Books & Other Writing
Zen at the End of Religion
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Zen at the End of Religion: An Introduction for the Curious, the Skeptical, and the Spiritual but Not Religious
Published by Monkfish Books. This work explores the teachings, techniques, and koans that are at the heart of a Zen practice, all from the perspective of a seeker of naturalistic perennialism in a post-religious world.
“When I hear James Ford’s words, something in me wakes up. He has the rare ability to communicate something that is much larger than himself.”
— Gesshin Claire Greenwood, author of Bow First, Ask Questions Later
— Gesshin Claire Greenwood, author of Bow First, Ask Questions Later
The Intimate Way of Zen
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The Intimate Way of Zen: Effort, Surrender, and Awakening on the Spiritual Journey
Published by Shambhala Publications. Here he explores the arc of the spiritual life loosely guided by Zen’s famous ten ox herding pictures.
Blogs & Ongoing Newsletters
In addition to traditional print, James maintains active digital channels:
- Monkey Mind Blog: Hosted on Patheos, capturing reflections over nearly two decades.
- Unanswered Questions: A spiritual newsletter distributed via Substack.