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Of all the Buddhist sects, Zen Buddhism has the strongest injunction against formalized "answers" to Buddhist understanding. As the koan states "If you meet the Buddha on the road - kill him!". Each person must avoid the experts and formal answers on their path to enlightenment. Enlighten meant often comes through satori, a burst of understanding. There are no sacred texts or holy men. The Sutras and modern works such as those of Daisetz Teitaro Suzuki, D.Litt., Professor of Buddhist Philosophy are seen only as one musing on the issues.
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Is sacred texts shared or not shared by Hinduism and Buddhism?
Sacred texts are shared between Hinduism and Buddhism, with both religions revering texts such as the Vedas and Upanishads. However, each tradition also has its own distinct scriptures, such as the Bhagavad Gita for Hindus and the Tripitaka for Buddhists.
Who is Zen Buddha?
There is no "Zen Buddha" there is "Zen Buddhism". Zen Buddhism is a school of Buddhist thought centered on meditation and the instantaneous awareness of the whole in any situation.
Does the religion have any special or sacred texts?
Yes, many religions have special or sacred texts that are considered authoritative and hold religious significance. For example, Christianity has the Bible, Islam has the Quran, Hinduism has the Vedas and the Bhagavad Gita, and Buddhism has texts like the Tripitaka and the Dhammapada.
Are there any sacred places relating to Zen Buddhism?
Yes. Your own Buddha nature is most sacred. All other sacred things arise there.
What is unique about Zen Buddhism?
There are few elements about Zen Buddhism that are truly unique. Mostly the difference between Zen Buddhism and other forms of Buddhism is just a matter of emphasis. In Rinzai Buddhism, there are unsolvable questions called koans. These are unique, not found in any other denomination.
Are there any rituals in Zen Buddhism?
No. Except almost everywhere.
Does japan have any religious beliefs?
Shinto Buddhism,Zen Buddhism,Christian but predominantly Buddhist
What are some modern books written about Zen Buddhism?
Any decent-sized bookstore will have some books related to Zen Buddhism. Perhaps the most influential books about Zen Buddhism written in English during the last half century are Philip Kapleau's THE THREE PILLARS OF ZEN and Shunryu Suzuki's ZEN MIND, BEGINNER'S MIND. .
Who reads the sacred texts of Hinduism?
any hindu can read the Sacred Texts of Hinduism. Mostly they are written in sanskrit so not everyone can read them.
Does Islam have any special or sacred texts?
Yes, the quran
Is a sacred poem for followers of which of these belief systems?
A sacred poem could be for followers of various belief systems, including Christianity, Hinduism, Buddhism, Islam, or any other religion that includes poetic and sacred texts in its practices. The specific belief system would depend on the context and content of the poem in question.
Are their any other sacred Islamic texts?
There is the Quaran, which Muhammad was a part of.
