Another addition to the list of translations of this sutra, this one by an acknowledged scholar of Chinese literature. Hui Neng is presented within the context of history and Buddhist traditions. There is little reason to doubt the accuracy of the translation, which appears to be free of the imbedded commentary of other versions. This one is based upon a manuscript found in the Tun Huang cave and is somewhat briefer than others. The text is an excellent introduction to the School of Sudden Awakening or Southern School of Ch'an Buddhism, which is often called Original Zen.