Zen Lineages Buddhism
"A special transmission outside the sutras, no dependence upon words and letters, direct pointing to reality, seeing into one's own nature and realizing Buddhahood." -- Bodhidharma, founder of the Zen lineage.
Here you will find sutras, words, letters, books, and other people's words about Zen.
Top: Society: Religion and Spirituality: Buddhism: Lineages: Zen
See Also:
Editor's Picks:
Zen Buddhism Virtual Library - Excellent resource for information on teachers, schools, lineages, Zen names, Zen sutras and other writings.
ZEN - Visually rich, funny, intuitive, basic introduction to Zen. Produced by Kodai-ji Temple, Kyoto, Japan. Requires Shockwave and a 4.0+ browser.
-
Cybermonk - Your Zen questions answered by a senior monk from Zen Mountain Monastery.
-
Ketsumyaku (Certificate of Affiliation to a Lineage) - Image of the traditional document given to Zen monks on the day of their ordination showing their entire lineage from Buddha Shakyamuni to themselves. This version is used by the Association Zen Internationale.
-
On Finding a Zen Teacher - Essay giving advice on why and how to find a Zen teacher.
-
International Research Institute for Zen Buddhism - An academic research institution devoted to the study of Zen Buddhism, serving the needs of researchers, students, teachers, and practitioners of Buddhism. 48.000 character Chinese character database. The IRIZ is located at the Rinzai-affiliated Hanazono
-
Daily Zen - An aesthetic Zen haven with a humorous touch. Offers inspirational daily quotes, complimentary monthly e-journal, and an extensive collection of Buddhist-themed e-cards.
Click here to add, change or remove your listing
|
