The Way of Tenderness

In The Way of Tenderness, Zen priest Zenju Earthlyn Manuel explores how Buddhist teachings on emptiness and appearance relate to race, sexuality, and gender, drawing from her own experiences as a lesbian Black woman. She offers insights into reconciling identity and privilege through a practice rooted in warmth and compassion, emphasizing that true healing requires tenderness at the intersection of conventional reality and emptiness. The book provides meaningful lessons on empathy and understanding for all readers.