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	Zazen - Wikipedia, the free encyclopedia
		In Zen Buddhism, zazen (Japanese: literally "seated meditation") is a meditative discipline practitioners perform to calm the body and the mind and experience insight into the nature of existence.
		While the zazen experience is inherently different for each practitioner, and such phenomena are not at all out of the question, such states of mind are not the goal of zazen.
		However, to many who practice zazen there is a direct correlation between the cultivation of a focused state of mind and a relaxed body (Johanus Itten, Elements of Color) which is often achieved in martial art activities as well as Chinese, Japanese, and even Western practices of painting and calligraphy, for these are Fine Arts.
	en.wikipedia.org /wiki/Zazen (815 words)

	Zen Meditation - The Seat of Enlightenment (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Zazen is a particular kind of meditation, unique to Zen, that functions centrally as the very heart of the practice.
		In fact, Zen Buddhists are generally known as the "meditation Buddhists." Basically, zazen is the study of the self.
		In zazen it is important to loosen up anything that is tight around the waist and to wear clothing that is non-binding.
	www.mro.org /zmm/meditation (2240 words)

	Zazen - the formal practice of seated meditation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Zazen, the formal practice of seated meditation, is the cornerstone of Zen training.
		In its beginning stages, zazen is a practice of concentration, with a focus on following or counting the breath.
		Through zazen, we realize the unity of the self with the ten thousand things, which has the potential to transform our lives and those of others.
	www.mro.org /mrotraining/8gatesofzen/zazen.html (113 words)

	Zazen
		The uniqueness of Zazen lies in this: that the mind is freed from bondage to all thought-forms, visions, objects, and imaginings, however sacred or elevating, and brought to a state of absolute emptiness, from which alone it may one day perceive its own true nature, or the nature of the universe.
		Zazen that leads to Self-realization is neither idle reverie nor vacant inaction but an intense inner struggle to gain control over the mind and then to use it, like a silent missile, to penetrate the barrier of the five senses and the discursive intellect (that is, the sixth sense).
		But it is in Zazen that the bodymind's force and vigor are enlarged and mobilized for the breakthrough into this new world of freedom.
	www.angelfire.com /electronic/bodhidharma/zazen.html (2068 words)

	( Masunaga texts01 - Dogen Zen - Zazen, Soto-Zen, Japan And Israel)
		Upon completion of zazen the hands are placed over the chest with the right hand clasping the left fist A slow walk follows in half step with one breath for each step.
		In zazen nothing is sought, not even enlightenment Bodhidharma called it the "non-seeking practice." But the results are substantial.
		Zazen, in short, prepares the body and mind for the next stage of vital activity.
	www.zenki.com /Masunaga01.htm (7042 words)

	The Way of Zazen, by Shodo Harada Roshi (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		If you then continue to practice zazen day after day, kensho will be realized as certainly as you hit the ground when you strike at it.
		Zazen is one form of yoga, and you must not go against your muscle structure.
		Zazen: Meditation; sitting in which one cuts all connections with the external world and lets go of all concerns within.
	zen.columbia.missouri.org /wayofzazen.html (4710 words)

	ZCLA Dharma Talks - Your Zazen is the Zazen of the Buddhas
		When you do shikantaza, have faith in the fact that your zazen is the same zazen as the zazen of the Buddhas and Patriarchs.
		Appreciate that your zazen is the zazen of the Buddha.
		The zazen of Shakyamuni Buddha is okay; the zazen of the Buddhas and Patriarchs is okay.
	www.zencenter.org /texts/zazen_buddhas.htm (829 words)

	Zen Buddhism, Ch'an, satori, koan, zazen, the Roshi
		Zen Buddhism, Ch'an, satori, koan, zazen, the Roshi
		It was born in China, with the name of "Ch'an", and its founder was Bodhidharma in the fifth century, and it is actually practiced in syncretism with Taoism.
		Is also essential: He not only gives the koans and zazen to the student to suppress the mind an body, but also shouts to him, gives him painful blows with a "warning stick", to humiliate him, to destroy completely the student personality...
	www.religion-cults.com /Eastern/Buddhism/budis10.htm (510 words)

	BODHIDHARMA (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		THE ZAZEN OF THE BUDDHAS AND THE PATRIARCHS
		Authentic Zazen takes place within the horizon of the historical and religious dimensions; it is the actualization and recapitulation of the Buddha and the Patriarchs, transmitted from master to disciple, and nourished and validated in the matrix of the Sangha.
		In zazen you are at the heart of the universe, and you are the heart of the universe.
	www.webwerkstatt.de /bodhid.htm (9710 words)

	Zazen Practice: Ceremony
		Sometimes when you think that you are doing zazen with an imperturbable mind you ignore the body, but it is also necessary to have the opposite understanding at the same time.
		Water is practicing zazen with movement-yet the water is still while flowing because flowing is its stillness, or its nature.
		The bridge is practicing zazen; painful legs are practicing zazen; imperturbable zazen is practicing zazen.
	www.whiterobedmonks.org /zazen1.html (571 words)

	Zazen Posture
		The fundamental practice in zen is meditation called zazen, which is a Japanese word that literally means "sitting zen" or "sitting concentration." Zazen is the practice of awareness, of bringing your attention, or concentration, to the present moment-this whole and complete moment--by bringing your awareness to your posture, your breathing, and your state of mind.
		In addition, zazen can be done sitting in a chair or lying down while paying attention to most of the same points of posture.
		You might notice both in zazen and in daily activity the connection between having your teeth apart and your inner dialogue or your chattering mind.
	www.intrex.net /chzg/posture.htm (2869 words)

	Siskiyou Sansui Sangha - Zen Practice: Art of Zazen
		If you sit on one of these cushions, your zazen forms a three dimensional triangle, and your center of gravity is right in the center of the triangle.
		In the beginning of zazen, if it is difficult to take care of your mind, you can close your eyes for a while.
		I don't know how often you have to take her back to your zazen; maybe during the whole time you are doing zazen.
	www.gmrdesign.com /sangha/lecture.html (1690 words)

	sit zazen page (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Zazen is the single most important thing for the layperson, and the mastery of zazen is vital to Zen practice.
		The knees should be separated by the breadth of one fist.
		In zazen, slow, quiet and long breaths are desired.
	www.ebslr.org /zazen.htm (836 words)

	Hakuin Zenjis Song of Zazen
		Zazen is very important for our body and mind, and our way of direction of mind.
		We cannot do zazen from explanation and mental understanding, we have to receive it innocently with our mind and body, from our mind and body, then our mind and body will know what is the best way to do.
		In Hakuin Zenji’s Song of Zazen, when he begins “All sentient beings are essentially Buddhas” it is this mirror-like mind, this simple ability, which is studied and experienced.
	onedrop.mentalblocks.com /newsletter/nov2004_65.html (7004 words)

	Frequently Asked Questions from alt.zen
		This zazen FAQ is based (with modification) on the publication
		An informal hall for zazen is practice, which may combine the function and layout of a sodo and hondo.
		Remember these are only for use in difficulty, the norm of awareness for zazen is to be awake without preference to everything in the universe regardless of whether it is inside or outside the body.
	www.ibiblio.org /zen/faq.html (3612 words)

	Zazen Boutique Resort and Spa - Koh Samui
		In the Gulf of Thailand, on the Northern coast of Koh Samui Island, on the west side of Bophut Beach lies a small, charming and intimate Boutique Resort.
		Zazen enjoys a secluded setting at the end of an unspoiled bay.
		Nestled on Koh Samui's quieter, more traditional northern shore, Zazen stands on the west coast of Bophut beach amid lush gardens facing its own palm-shaded beach.
	www.samuizazen.com (188 words)

	Zazen and Christianity
		Here you must remember, that the experience attained by zazen practice is not a thought or a philosophy or a religion, but merely a fact, a happening.
		So if we want to free ourselves from the anxiety of the sufferings of life through zazen, a satori experience should be our main purpose for practicing zazen.
		The third aim of zazen, the personalization or embodiment of satori, comes as a matter of course only after having attained satori.
	www.whiterobedmonks.org /zazen.html (1399 words)

	ABZenD : 180 answers about zen from Master Deshimaru
		You say that when we practice zazen we are Buddha or God, and you also say that we must abandon the ego.
		You often say that the greatest freedom comes through zazen, but you also say that it is impossible to do away with all one illusions.
		You say that Zen wants to reach the highest wisdom and the deepest love, but some people think zazen produces indifference to others, they say it is the opposite of the active charity taught by Christianity.
	www.zen-deshimaru.com /EN/sangha/deshimaru/QR.htm (2097 words)

	Zazen (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Many methods of practicing Zazen were advocated in China’s Sung, Yuan, and Ming dynasties [China’s Sung Dynasty: 960-1279, Yuan: 1271-1368, Ming: 1368-1662, author].
		It is nonsense to say that Obaku suggested that his students learn koan of Joshu’s MU [the koan of the question if a dog has Buddha-nature, author], since Obaku had already died when Joshu talked about it.
		It showed the samurai sitting in Zazen meditation, to discipline their minds and spirits in the face of death in the battle to come.
	www.za-zen.net /zazen.html (3412 words)

	Zenshuji Activities - Zazenkai (Zazen Meditation) (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		The facility where we sit Zazen, the Zendo, matches the traditional design of the Soto meditation hall.
		Anyone interested in Zazen meditation is welcome to join us during any of our regularly scheduled sitting periods.
		Following the Sunday morning Zazen and English Buddhist service and the Monday evening Zazen, we serve tea and hold a discussion in which participants are encouraged to address issues relating to meditation or other elements of Buddhist practice.
	www.zenshuji.org /activ_zazen.html (190 words)

	About Zazen Bungalows, Koh Samui, Thailand (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Zazen Bungalows is a charming small hotel that has existed for more than 25 years.
		With a complete change of life style, Zazen Bungalows will able you to take your partner to heaven and your family to paradise.
		Zazen Bungalows is also the idyllic place for newly-weds on their honeymoon or for loving couples who wish to celebrate, the Thai way, their wedding anniversary.
	www.samuizazen.com /about.php (423 words)

	AZA - Teachings - Taisen Deshimaru - Zazen, Mushotoku
		That is why the practice of zazen is important and necessary.
		What is the object of zazen?" And I answer: Zazen has no object, it is purposeless, it brings us back to ourselves.
		But zazen has no object and no subject, it is only union with the absolute self.
	www.nozt.org /teachings/tdzzmshtk.shtml (364 words)

	Dr. Bonnici's Meditation Instructions (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Keep as still as possible during zazen meditation, but do so with a caring and compassionate attitude toward your body.
		If you experience some physical discomfort during zazen, try to make the necessary adjustments to settle into your "sitting form" comfortably.
		Always be aware not to move in a heedless, careless or casual manner.
	www.sonic.net /~jotokuji/Zazen.html (1543 words)

	Zazen Meditation (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		You can sit on a pillow or use a bench, whatever helps, but once you settle, remain immobile, because if the body doesn't move the mind will gradually fall silent.
		When you practice Zazen, do not try to stop your thinking.
		In Zazen, do not be bothered by anything.
	www.aspire.org /zazen.html (288 words)

	zazen (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		That is why Zen is a priceless treasure for the modern man, or at least for those who see the true meaning of things.
		Practicing zazen on a regular basis, he is given the opportunity to become a whole new person by returning to the origin of life.
		Sitting in zazen, allow the images, thought, mental forms emerging from unconsciousness pass by as clouds in the sky — without fighting or trying to catch them.
	www.zen.rdsnet.ro /zazenen.html (767 words)

	Amazon.com: The Wholehearted Way: A Translation of Ehihei Dogen's Bendowa: Books: Kosho Uchiyama,Kosho Uchiyama ... (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		He teaches what to aim for in zazen and how to maintain compassion for oneself and the difficulties one may encounter.
		This book did help me see zazen as less of a obligation, and more as an expression of life manifesting life (theres no seperation or duality in pratice/enlightenment).
		Zazen is opening the hand of thought (not grasping thought) and returning to seeing the wall millions of times.
	www.amazon.com /exec/obidos/tg/detail/-/080483105X?v=glance (2028 words)

	Zen in London Zazen (Soto Zen Buddhist Meditation) Group
		London zen groups meet regularly to practice zazen - the core practice in the Soto Zen tradition.
		Zazen is a form of meditation - it is wholehearted upright sitting.
		We sit as the Buddha sat, silent and still in the calm posture of awakening.
	www.zeninlondon.org (162 words)

	Empty Hand Zen Center
		Zazen (seated meditation) is the core of our practice.
		This involves working with body, breath and mind: entering into deep silence and stillness; opening to a fresh awareness moment after moment.
		Half-hour periods of zazen are followed by ten minutes of kinhin (walking meditation).
	www.emptyhandzen.org (966 words)

	Zen Center of Chapel Hill--a Zen Buddhist meditation group
		Body and mind of themselves will drop away, and your original face will be manifest....The zazen I speak of is not learning meditation.
		It is simply the...gate of repose and bliss, the practice-realization of totally culminated enlightenment.
		When it is snowing or sleeting, or if either snow or sleet are predicted to occur before or during zazen, you can assume that the zendo will be closed, particularly for 6:00 a.m.
	www.intrex.net /chzg (519 words)

	How to Sit in Zazen, The Zen Center of Los Angeles (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-10-07)
		Sit on the forward third of your cushion.
		Allow your thumbs to touch together so as to form a nice oval.
		Arrange your whole body appropriately before beginning zazen.
	www.zencenter.org /training/instruction.htm (244 words)

	JET 14(2) - August 2005 - LaTorra - Trans-Spirit
		The zazen I speak of is not learning meditation.
		It is simply the Dharma gate of repose and bliss, the practice-realization of totally culminated enlightenment.
		Again, as Master Dogen said, zazen meditation is practice-realization, which may be more intense for some individuals than for others.
	www.jetpress.org /volume14/latorra.html (6237 words)

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