Zen Buddhism

Over the centuries a number of practices have arisen in Zen (Ch'an, Son) Buddhism. Slightly different practices have arisen in different places, especially in different countries, which have different languages and cultures. Like chanting, they are all designed to help practitioners "awaken" and then to live awakened lives.

There is no central authority in Zen. There is no official body to determine what is and what isn't an authentic Zen practice. Practitioners are not treated as children. Each practitioner is an adult expected to find and walk the way alone but with the support of the community of practitioners. The chief practice is zazen meditation. While other practices may be helpful, none are required. There are even slight differences in how zazen is practiced, but it's a simple meditation that is designed to still and empty the mind.

Samurai, the feudal warriors of Japan, were separated from all other warriors throughout history in that they feared absolutely nothing and once committed they followed through without hesitation.
They had an inherent understanding of life and death as two entities of the same cycle, and through this, they achieved the courage to fight no matter what. A true samurai could never be intimidated. He never feared an opponent, and he longed for the day he died on the battlefield.
Zen Buddhism taught that Buddha Nature is nothing but the pure nature of the mind itself. Zen practitioners strive to realise sunyata, or beauty and fulfillment in emptiness. This may seem paradoxical, but the essence of Zen Buddhism is to find it.
In short, Samurai preferred Zen Buddhism because it enabled them to find themselves, and in doing so, eliminate fear.

Buddha is NOT a God, he never claimed to be God. He was a man who became enlightened, hence the name Buddha (meaning one who is enlightened). Buddha is a teacher, someone to look up to, but never worship. The artwork are just symbols and reminders of this man and the great work he has done. Material things in this world mean nothing to a true Buddha. That said, some people will consider it disprespectful. For example, would you deface a portrait of the Queen of England, the American Flag or something you respect (not worship)? Absolutely not! Whether we understand another's religious beliefs or not, we should always have respect for most belief systems and not desecrate anything pertaining to their religious beliefs. What matters will be the purpose of the cutting. If done in anger, or in ill intentions, it will be bad. If done in pure intensions ie. Archeology etc. it won't be a problem. As buddhists it pains us to see the cutting of a buddha statue. But you'll never "go to hell, or be cursed" because you cut open a buddha statue. Answer To be honest when I saw this question I was slightly offended and horrified. But it is true... The Buddha was never- and never claimed to be- a god... so you will not be punished for it... I suppose. Though it is disrespectful to the Buddha. However, whoever wrote above me is correct. Do it with a pure heart and I suppose it isn't so bad Answer: The question is close to the Samuria Zen koan "If you meet the Buddha on the road - kill him!" It shocks you in several ways -Why would you. What would it mean. Shame! - Eventually there is a sense of equanimity that goes past that. Answer: yes everyone is right that you will not get punished if you cut open a Buddha statue as the buddha is not a God but it is very stupid and disrespectfull if you did.

Since there are different kinds of meditation, the Japanese, like us, have different words for the different kinds. Perhaps the word you are thinking of is "zazen," which is the Japanese term for the distinctive kind of meditation practiced in Zen Buddhism (which is called "ch'an" in China and "son" in Korea).

The two features are the peace that surround the temples and the beauty within the temples these two bring joy to the heart of one

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My vision was of a beach, and on the beach was an older version of me, my pressumed future husband and two children, but it was strange, because while I was looking the future me turned and waved at me, I could even hear the children laughing, then one of my recently deceased relatives walked up to the children and hugged them then kissed the older me on the cheek, I was very scared by this vision and was momenteraly disorienated then I started shaking, please help, this has been recurring in my mind for weeks now, I am too scared to try and meditate again.

There are no rituals in Buddhism, except that we bow to each other and to everyone. The Buddha did not believe in rituals as an aid in attaining enlightenment.

It is not about where. It is about one's willingness to direct one's attention inward -- to simply watch one's thoughts, feelings, and physical sensations. To slow down, stop doing, and start being.

The primary sacred texts of Buddhism are the Tripitaka, which is the foundational scripture for Theravada Buddhism, and the Mahayana Sutras, which are central to Mahayana Buddhism. These texts contain the teachings of the Buddha and form the basis of Buddhist philosophy and practice.

Duality is the concept of opposites. A few examples: day and night; dark and light; up and down; love and hate. Most of us live in the world of duality. However, it is possible, through a regular practice of meditation, to transcend duality and find a state of consciousness beyond it.

Shaolin belongs to the Chan (Zen) sect of Buddhism.

Buddhism effects the cultures and countries of China, India, the Middle east and many countries in Asia

Zen-Headbutt is not a TM, but its is a move that some Pokemon learn naturally. This move can also be trained by a move trainer for heart scales to your Pokemon.

Buddhism is a religion about harmony,peace and finding the Buddha within yourself.The founder of Buddhism is Siddhartha Gautama.

In Buddhism ,people believe in karma and the 4 noble truths.

Many Buddhist's are vegetarians.

Buddhist's do not kill insects,animals,people.

Buddhist's meditate in quite places for their minds to relax and 'travel'.

Anything is worth some money if you can find someone to pay. In the case of a Buddha statue it would depend on its material of construction (gold is worth more than plastic), size (all other things being equal bigger usually costs more), history (an antique is worth more than a piece of tourist schlock), artistic attributes ( an Buddha carved bya master is worth more than a "SMiling Buddha" from a CHinese restaurant)

Siddhartha Gautama, also know as the Buddha, was born to a royal family who kept him inside of his palace in order to keep him from seeing suffering, decay and the evil that exists in the world. He remained sheltered until he was 29. One day he left his palace in order to meet his subjects, and during this excursion he saw an old man, a dying person, and other various forms of decay. What he saw shocked him so much that he began a spiritual journey to find out what caused evil and how to escape it.

It is because they are stupid.

Zen is a total state of focus that requires a total unity of body and mind; zen is a way of being and a state of mind. Zen is a way of "keeping it real" when it comes to how you see things in the world.

If someone calls you a zen princess, it's likely that they believe you are level-headed, down to earth, mellow, easy going. They also think you are a girl.

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His two primary accomplishments were:

* By his own efforts he became enlightened, this demonstrating a potential end to suffering and escape from the cycle of death and rebirth. * He then spread the knowledge of how others might become enlightened to his followers.

Will Smith has expressed admiration for Buddhism primarily due to its focus on mindfulness and personal growth. He appreciates the philosophy's emphasis on living in the present moment and its teachings on compassion and self-awareness. Smith has mentioned that these principles help him navigate challenges and maintain a balanced life. While not officially a Buddhist, he finds value in the teachings and practices associated with the religion.

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