Zen buddhism

Zen is a philosophy that was born out of Mahayana Buddhism in the 11th century. Zen puts less emphasis on ancient religious practices and focuses…

The word “zen” originates from the Japanese pronunciation of the Chinese word “chán,” which itself is derived from the Sanskrit word “dhyāna,” meaning meditation. Zen is both a school of Buddhism and a philosophy that emphasizes mindfulness, meditation, and the direct experience of enlightenment. In Zen Buddhism, the practice of meditation, or “zazen,” is central. Practitioners sit in silent meditation, focusing on the breath and being fully present in the moment. This practice is not just…

Some of the world’s top visionaries turn to Zen Buddhism to find purpose and clarity in their work. In this article, we discuss 12 Zen Buddhist practices – inspired by how actual Zen Buddhist monks live in hermitage – that artists and entrepreneurs can incorporate to bring focus and productivity bac

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Do not be angry with a dry well because it does not give you water , rather ask yourself why do you keep insisting on taking the water where you already...

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Welcome to a profound exploration of compassion and healing through the practice of "Tonglen Meditation Script."

8 titles of Zen, the Sword, Color, Noh, Sumo, the Seal, Haiku and Verse make up the series “Japanesque”, first published as a photo book in 1970. Having been brought up in “post-war” years with the sudden influx of American culture, and the increasing rejection of Japanese culture Narahara claimed that as a photographer the concept of Japan was a subject which he could not move his index finger to take. For Narahara, Japan was like a reflection in a mirror, a mysterious, untouchable form.