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What is Zen Buddhism?

Zen Buddhism cannot be fully explained or defined through a book, a set of definitions, or a website.  Such attempts to describe Zen ultimately weaken its significance. Describing Zen Buddhism is like attempting to describe…

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Buddhism

15 Japanese Concepts to Enrich Your Life

Renowned for its culture, technology, and cuisine, Japan has long been a source of fascination and intrigue.  It’s not just sushi, samurai, or cherry blossoms that captivate people globally, but also its philosophical and ethical…

Meditation, Zen Buddhism

What is “Nanso Meditation”?

As someone coming from a Soto Zen background, my recent discovery of this traditional Rinzai meditation practice called “Nanso Meditation” has been an interesting discovery!  Rinzai Zen, known for its emphasis on koan practice and…