Chinese Zen

Chinese Zen, known as Chan Buddhism, is a spiritual tradition emphasizing direct experience and meditation over intellectual analysis. Its core goal is to realize one’s innate Buddha-nature and attain enlightenment beyond words and concepts. Practitioners often meditate, engage in mindful activities, and seek spontaneous insight, appreciating simplicity and living fully in the present moment. Rooted in Chinese culture and influenced by Daoism, Zen encourages letting go of attachments and dualistic thinking. It values intuitive understanding, emphasizing that truth cannot be fully captured by ideas but must be directly experienced through disciplined practice.