Author · 1200 to 1253
Dōgen books in order
Japanese Zen Buddhist teacher.
- Books
- 2
- Editions tracked
- 3
- First editions
- 2
- Nationality
- Japan
- Born
- Koga, 1200
- Died
- Kyoto, 1253
Dōgen wrote 2 books we track between 1975 and 1994; in publication order they begin with Shōbōgenzō (a Complete English Translation) (1975).
About Dōgen
Writer
- Known as
- Buddhist monk, philosopher, teacher
- Citizenship
- Japan
- Also wrote as
- 高祖
Notable works
- Shōbōgenzō
- Fukan zazengi
- Shōbōgenzō Zuimonki
- Hōkyōki
From Wikidata (CC0); Wikipedia has articles on Dōgen in 44 languages.
Collect Dōgen
Dōgen books in order
In publication order
First editions, year by year
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Frequently asked questions
What order should I read Dōgen's books in?
In publication order they begin with Shōbōgenzō (a Complete English Translation) (1975), then Master Dogen's Shobogenzo (1994). Books in a series are listed in series order on this page.
What was Dōgen's first book?
The earliest book we list is Shōbōgenzō (a Complete English Translation), first published in 1975.
When was Dōgen born?
Dōgen was born in 1200 and died in 1253.
How many Dōgen books does MyVolumes track?
We track 2 books by Dōgen across 3 editions, 2 of them first editions.
Did Dōgen write under another name?
Yes: Dōgen also published as 高祖. Those books are listed here under the one author.