"A monk asked, “What is Zen?” The master struck him. Nothing more was said."
– Yunmen
The Five Houses of #Chán (#Guiyang, #Linji, #Caodong, #Yunmen, #Fayan) mark the diversification of #Chinese #Zen, each developing distinct pedagogical styles and approaches to awakening. Their legacy shaped Zen in #China, #Korea, #Vietnam, and #Japan, forming the foundation for global Zen practice. Here is a brief exploration of their origins, teachings, and lasting influence on the #Buddhist tradition:
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