Zen Master Longshan (also known as Hidden Mountain Monk) was a renowned Chan Buddhist monk of the Tang Dynasty. After receiving Dharma transmission from Chan Master Mazu Daoyi, he chose to retreat deep into mountains for spiritual practice, remaining secluded from society throughout his life. Dwelling in austere simplicity at Long Mountain (Dragon Mount, in Tanzhou, Hunan; present-day Changsha), he pursued enlightenment with unwavering devotion, wholly detached from worldly concerns.
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The “hell” and “paradise”
Chan Master Hakuin Ekaku (1686–1769 CE) was one of the most influential figures in Japanese Rinzai Zen Buddhism.
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One puff of wind vs. Eight
Chan Master Foyin (1032–1098 CE) was a renowned Chinese Chan (Zen) master of the Song Dynasty, known for his wisdom, humor, and deep spiritual insight.
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What the heart holds, the eye beholds
Su Dongpo, the famed poet, shared a close yet playful rivalry with the Buddhist monk Foyin, often trading barbs—though Su usually lost.
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[Journey to the West]Why is the Monkey King surnamed Sun?
The Monkey King is given the name Sun Wukong (孙悟空 or 孫悟空 in Chinese) by his first master, Subhuti. But why the surname Sun?
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