Zen Buddhism - this eastern doctrine which teaches the attainment of enlightenment.If a broader look at this area, it is rather a way of life and is beyond the rational.The purpose of practice is quite broad: it is a spiritual awakening, and absolute disclosure and comprehension of himself.
first in a line of Zen is Sakyamuni Buddha.This is followed by Mahakashyapa which the Buddha passed a special state of awakening, and it happened without the aid of words (so-founded the Zen tradition of direct transmission of the teachings of "heart to heart").
The origin of this doctrine has received in China in the fifth century BCIt brought Bodhidharma Buddhist monk.Later, he became the first patriarch of "Chan" in China.Badhidharma is the founder of the famous Shaolin Temple.Nowadays it is considered the birthplace of Chan Buddhism (Chinese).
Bodhirharmy followers were five patriarchs.Then the researchers divided the southern and the northern school.South, in turn, is divided into five schools of Zen (nowadays there are two: Linji and Caodong school.
Zen Buddhism reached Europe in the middle of the XIX century, but the first encounter westerners to the teachings held in 1913, it was then published inThe book "Religion Samurai," but it did not gain popularity. She became interested in the narrow circle of specialists. The philosophy of Zen Buddhism began to gain fans after the release of DT Suzuki's books, is the impetus for the growth in popularity of Zen. Watts was the first Western author whoI wrote about the teachings. His first book was called "The Spirit of Zen." By the end of the 50s began to appear a lot of literature on the subject. They were both European and American Zen Buddhists, who is described by his experience of immersion in meditation and attainment of truth. These books all European reader commented in accessible language, uses understandable terms. describe practical and theoretical side of the teachings.
transmission line in Zen must be continuous, formed directly from teacher to student.This ensures the stability of the learning process.Teachers do not welcome the written texts and discussions ("Truth can not be expressed in words").
known practitioners - calm and relaxed people.Classes Zen contribute to a better development of intellectual abilities.The practice is based on meditation.It is noted that in the process of learning takes place prevention of diseases and health problems are solved.The student can easily defeat any stress.Consciousness is clear mind - deep and sharp.Concentration increased many times over.It helps to quickly and confidently make decisions.Develop psychic abilities.
This is Zen Buddhism, philosophy, understood by many today.Even in the most critical situations, the doctrine allows you to feel liberated and confident.Practitioners can see the beauty in the smallest things, maybe that's why this doctrine and finds more and more fans.
