In this expanded edition of his 1995 work, Kenneth S. Leong presents the man from Nazareth as an artist who sought to draw out the creativity, joy, and wonder of those who listened to him. The author wants nothing to do with the sober and apocalyptic Jesus of rigid religious zealots. Instead he proclaims Jesus as a Zen master of everyday spirituality whose parables and koans enabled people to see the world afresh.
Leong writes poetically about presence, ordinariness, zest, insight, creative quietude, gentleness, freedom, and soulfulness. Shedding light on the life and ministry of Jesus from Zen Buddhist and Taoist sources works beautifully. Those who approach this highly original and spiritually illuminating volume with an open mind will come away with abundant delights and insights.