Liaoan Qingyu
The Spiritual Brush of Liao'an Qingyu
Liao'an Qingyu was a profound Chan master and calligrapher whose life and work emerged from the vibrant cultural landscape of the Yuan dynasty. Born in Taizhou, within the Zhejiang province of China, he was originally known by the name Zhu and also carried the moniker Nantang. His existence was deeply intertwined with the spiritual lineage of Zen Buddhism, as he sought enlightenment through the gui
dance of esteemed masters such as Guling Qingmao. This pursuit of wisdom led him on a journey across significant religious landscapes, including stays at the Kaiyuan Temple and Baoning Temple in Jiangsu, as well as the Benjue Temple in Zhejiang. His reputation as a spiritual leader was so profound that he was regarded as the Master of the Southeast, eventually receiving the honorable title of Chan Master Ciyun Puji and being bestowed a…
