The Two most Famous Buddhist Verses in Zen Buddhism

<p>Zen Buddhism, also known as Chan Buddhism, is a school of Mahayana Buddhism that originated in China. It is characterized by its emphasis on direct experience and meditation as a means to attain enlightenment.</p> <p>Zen Buddhism places great importance on the concept of &ldquo;awakening&rdquo; or &ldquo;enlightenment&rdquo; and the realization of one&rsquo;s true nature.</p> <p>The Fifth Ancestor of Zen Buddhism in China, Hongren (弘忍), asked his followers to tell him what they think one&rsquo;s true nature (Buddha-nature) is. He told them he would choose his successor, i.e., Sixth Ancestor of Zen Buddhism, based on their answers</p> <p><a href="https://medium.com/illumination/the-two-most-famous-buddhist-verses-in-zen-buddhism-788e721296f0"><strong>Read More</strong></a></p>
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