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Zen Buddhism Practices
Contributed by: Robertson
  • 1. What is zazen in Zen Buddhism?
A) Physical exercise
B) Prayer ritual
C) Vegetarian diet
D) Meditation practice
  • 2. What is a sesshin retreat in Zen Buddhism?
A) Fasting period
B) Intensive meditation retreat
C) Community service event
D) Pilgrimage journey
  • 3. What is the purpose of bowing in Zen practice?
A) To express respect and gratitude
B) To ask for forgiveness
C) To signal the start of meditation
D) To improve flexibility
  • 4. What is the significance of the zafu cushion in zazen practice?
A) Decoration
B) Musical instrument
C) Support for sitting meditation
D) Footrest
  • 5. Which Zen tradition is known for its emphasis on the use of the kyosaku (teacher's stick) during meditation?
A) Fuke
B) Obaku
C) Soto
D) Rinzai
  • 6. Dogen, the founder of the Soto school of Zen, emphasized what method of meditation?
A) Visualization
B) Koan practice
C) Breath counting
D) Shikantaza
  • 7. Which famous Zen master emphasized the practice of mindfulness in daily activities?
A) Dogen
B) Bodhidharma
C) Hakuin Ekaku
D) Thich Nhat Hanh
  • 8. The Five Precepts in Zen Buddhism are guidelines for what?
A) Physical health
B) Financial success
C) Intellectual development
D) Ethical conduct
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