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lanxi daolong

1213 - 1278

lanxi daolong
High Medieval
High Medieval

lanxi daolong

Born 1213 Died 1278

The Journey of Lanxi Daolong: Bridging Cultures Through Zen Lanxi Daolong, a name resonating with the quiet power of enlightenment, stands as a pivotal figure in the transmission of Chan (Zen) Buddhism from China to Japan. Born Ran Xī in 1213 in the verdant province of Sichuan during the Southern Song dynasty, his life was not one of worldly ambition but an unfolding quest for spiritual understanding. From a young age, he demonstrated a profound inclination towards monastic life, entering Daci Temple at the tender age of thirteen. This marked the beginning of a rigorous journey through the i…

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