What is Bendōwa?
A Sutra
A type of meditation
A work by Dōgen on Zazen
A Buddhist holiday
Answer
Bendōwa is Dōgen's writing on Zazen, a form of meditation central to Zen Buddhism. Zazen involves sitting in a specific posture and focusing on the breath to achieve a state of mindfulness and concentration. Dōgen's teachings emphasize the importance of practice, discipline, and the direct experience of enlightenment through zazen. Bendōwa offers insights into the philosophy, techniques, and benefits of this meditative practice.
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