In this video, we delve into the development of Zen in China, focusing on the role of Bodhidharma, the founder of Zen, and the emergence of major Zen sects. We share the story of Bodhidharma’s interaction with Emperor Wu and his profound teachings as well as how these teachings shaped Zen Buddhism and led to the formation of significant sects such as Soto and Rinzai.
The Evolution of Zen - Part 1 - The origin of ZEN and what it essentially is
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References:
BodhidharmaYoshitoshi1887:
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Noble Eightfold Path:
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Emperor Wu of Liang:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emperor...
Sōtō:
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Shikantaza (introduced as '' just sitting in meditation '' in this video):
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shikantaza
Rinzai school:
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Koan:
en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Koan
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Regarding the Buddhist terms introduced in this video :
Typically, Buddhist terms are pronounced based on several different languages. In this specific video, we primarily introduce Buddhist terms in Japanese.
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Recommendable books
Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind: 50th Anniversary Edition
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The Zen Teaching of Bodhidharma :
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The Noble Eightfold Path: Way to the End of Suffering
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