Hōrin Zenji

Hōrin Zenji was a respected Japanese Zen monk and teacher, known for revitalizing Zen practice in Japan during the 20th century. As the 22nd Abbot of Eiheiji, one of Japan’s most important Zen temples, he emphasized meditation, direct realization, and compassionate practice. His teachings focused on integrating Zen principles into daily life, promoting discipline, mindfulness, and clarity. Hōrin Zenji worked to make Zen teachings accessible, balancing tradition with modern understanding, and inspiring practitioners to seek inner peace and enlightenment through disciplined practice and ethical action.