Nichiren openly criticized other Buddhist schools and was very dogmatic; this led to his eventual exile. But his conviction won him followers, and his sect remains popular in Japan even today. Zen ...

The karesansui style emerged in fifteenth-century Japan. Karesansui became associated with Zen Buddhism because they share an abstract understanding. A karesansui garden is enjoyed through ...

a Zen Buddhist priest who emigrated to the U.S. from Japan in the late 1960s. Like Jobs, Kobun was an innovator, lacked appreciation for rules and was passionate about art and design. It wasn't ...

Art holds a vital place in monastic life, acting as a pathway to devotion. Indian monks craft intricate sand mandalas and ...

Kanho Yasukuji, a Japanese Zen monk and musician, started to blend Buddhism and music and released his music piece featuring Heart Sutra in 2016. His performance was broadcast via YouTube in 2017 ...

One of the things you can do to destress and bring balance into your life is adopting a Zen Buddhist mindset. It will offer numerous benefits for succeeding in work and life. By incorporating Zen ...

In the fast-paced rhythm of everyday life, finding a quiet space to relax and reconnect with nature can be a rare find. The ...