What was Dōgen's original religious affiliation?
Shinto
Tendai
Theravada
Jōdo Shinshū
Answer
Tendai, a prominent Japanese Buddhist school, served as Dōgen's initial religious affiliation. This school emphasizes the Lotus Sutra and incorporates various meditation practices. Dōgen deeply resonated with Tendai's teachings, laying the groundwork for his future contributions to Zen Buddhism.
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