What is Seon (a.k.a. zen)?
- Beyond Meditation to Cultural Expression -
Seon originated in India around 1300 B.C. as “Dhyana”, which had a widespread influence throughout Asia. It was translated as “禪(Chan)” in China, “선(Seon)” in Korea, and “禪(Zen)” in Japan.
The term signifies meditative contemplation or thought cultivation, emphasizing the act of polishing the mind, not through analysis but by gathering, concentrating, and going deep within.
Seon is closely related to Buddhism, and can be regarded as a branch of Buddhism, where it emphasizes experiential realization and awakening through rigorous meditation, transcending conventional thinking.
Seon Culture - Simplicity, Spontaneity, and Naturalness
More than being an important pillar in Buddhism however, its unique influence on culture and art is what we want to delve more into. The beauty of Seon culture relies on its emphasizing simplicity, spontaneity, and naturalness.
The context runs deep within Korean culture, making it necessary to better understand this perspective. With the unique perspective of Seon, let’s dive deep into the Korean culture and art!
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