Category: Dōgen Zenji

Renowned as a monk, writer, philosopher, and poet, Dōgen’s life was characterized by a relentless search for spiritual authenticity and an unwavering dedication to the practice of zazen (sitting meditation)....

Dōgen (1200–1253), a pivotal Japanese Zen master and the founder of the Sōtō school, articulated profound philosophical insights through his writings, especially in the Shōbōgenzō. Among his teachings, “One Bright Pearl”...