zen and pure land buddhism

Question 1

Flower sermon

Answer 1

Buddha taught holding up a flower and turning it in his hand. One of the disciples understood his message and smiled.
Demonstrates the direct grasp of reality transferred from pastor to pupil. Shows the Buddha nature is available in everything.

Question 2

Satori

Answer 2

Enlightenment comes all at once. Like getting a joke.
Haukin compares this to the sudden shattering of a block of ice.

Question 3

Zazen meditation

Answer 3

• Effectively a type of meditation where Buddhists try to completely empty their mind.
• Barbara O’Brien argues that it is the foundation of Zen practice. It is an independent and unique journey.
• Sit without thinking, may be done through concentration on breathing.

Question 4

2 schools of Zen Buddhism

Answer 4

Rinzai and Soto

Question 5

Rinzai

Answer 5

Emphasises eccentric teaching methods for example shouting.

Question 6

Soto

Answer 6

Emphasises a quiet approach with decent moral behaviour and studying scriptures.

Question 7

Koan

Answer 7

A short anecdote passed verbally from teacher to student.
For example, what is the sound of one hand clapping.

Question 8

Pure Land Buddhism origination

Answer 8

• Started in China in 2nd Century CE.
• Founded by T’an-Iuan who was inspired by visions on Amitabha Buddha.
• Aim to be reborn in Sukhavati which is Amitabha’s Pure Land.

Question 9

5 religious practices to follow to get reborn into pure land according to T’an-Iuan

Answer 9

1. reading scriptures
2. meditating on Amitabha and his paradise
3. Worshipping Amitabha
4. Making praises and offerings to him.
5. Chanting his name

Question 10

What do pure land Buddhists chant

Answer 10

nemo amida butsu

Question 11

2 schools of pure land buddhism

Answer 11

Jodu-Shu and Jodu-Shinsu

Question 12

Jodu-Shu

Answer 12

• recognises the importance of living a moral life.
• Pure Land is a stepping stone on the path to enlightenment, can be shown through parable of the Magic City.