Chinese Buddhist Philosophy

Chinese Buddhist philosophy blends traditional Buddhism with Daoist thought and Confucian values. It emphasizes the concepts of emptiness (śūnyatā) and impermanence, suggesting that all things are interconnected and constantly changing. Key practices include meditation and moral living, aimed at overcoming suffering and achieving enlightenment (nirvana). Schools like Chan (Zen) highlight direct experience and intuition over doctrinal study, while Pure Land Buddhism focuses on devotion to Amitābha Buddha for rebirth in a blessed realm. Overall, it encourages mindfulness, compassion, and the realization of one’s true nature, fostering harmony within oneself and with the world.