Zen Buddhism

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Definition
  1. Noun:
    • A school of Mahayana Buddhism: Zen Buddhism is a major school of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes rigorous meditation practice, personal insight into one's true nature, and the direct, experiential realization of enlightenment.
    • A Buddhist doctrine: It is the doctrine that enlightenment (satori) is attainable through direct, intuitive insight, often cultivated through meditation and interaction with a teacher, rather than through intellectual study or faith alone.
Usage Examples
  • Noun:
    • The principles of Zen Buddhism have influenced many aspects of Japanese culture, from tea ceremony to garden design.
    • She practices Zen Buddhism, meditating for an hour each morning.
Advanced Usage
  • "to study Zen Buddhism": to learn about its teachings and practices.
    • He went to a monastery to study Zen Buddhism more deeply.
  • "the practice of Zen Buddhism": the application of its methods, such as zazen (seated meditation) or koan study.
    • The practice of Zen Buddhism requires discipline and patience.
Variants and Related Words
  • Zen (n): Often used as a shortened, more general term for Zen Buddhism, or to describe its aesthetic or philosophical qualities.
    • He approached the problem with a Zen-like calm.
  • Zazen (n): The core meditative practice of sitting in mindfulness, central to Zen Buddhism.
    • The daily schedule includes several hours of zazen.
  • Koan (n): A paradoxical anecdote, dialogue, or question used in Zen Buddhism to provoke doubt and test a student's progress.
    • The teacher assigned him the koan "What is the sound of one hand clapping?"
Synonyms
  • Chan Buddhism: The Chinese precursor and equivalent term for Zen Buddhism.
  • Seon Buddhism: The Korean equivalent of Zen Buddhism.
  • Thiền Buddhism: The Vietnamese equivalent of Zen Buddhism.
Related Phrases
  • Zen master: A teacher recognized for deep attainment in Zen Buddhism.
    • The student sought guidance from a renowned Zen master.
  • Zen center: A community or institution dedicated to the practice and study of Zen Buddhism.
    • She attends weekly meditation at the local Zen center.
Related Idioms/Concepts
  • "Zen mind, beginner's mind": A concept emphasizing an open, eager, and unbiased attitude, free from preconceptions, essential for practice.
    • The teacher reminded us to cultivate a "Zen mind, beginner's mind" in our meditation.
Noun
  1. a Buddhist doctrine that enlightenment can be attained through direct intuitive insight
  2. school of Mahayana Buddhism asserting that enlightenment can come through meditation and intuition rather than faith; China and Japan

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