Zen meditation
Still, focused sitting
Zen meditation is the formal meditative practice of Zen Buddhism, centered on zazen—seated meditation focused on posture, breathing, and present-moment awareness.
Practitioners may work with koans (paradoxical questions) or simply observe thoughts without attachment.
The monastery offers Zen meditation retreats throughout the year. (Lowercase zen meditation may refer more loosely to any calming contemplative practice.)
- koanBuddhist mind-puzzle
- zazenZen seated meditation
- beginner's mindUnencumbered openness to learning
- breath countingTracking cycles of inhalation
- satoriSudden spiritual awakening
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