Zen, Chan, Son, Thein, Zen Buddhism

A limitless disciplined practice to examine the joy of being. It is a school of Buddhism practiced throughout the world, originating in China during the Tang Dynasty. The practice uses meditation and mind observation, rituals and arts such as tea ceremonies, calligraphy, poetry, brush painting, gardening, etc., to practice boundless examination of the mind, reality, and the moment.

Refrain from using the word Zen as an adverb or adjective to describe style or place. For example, “Her style is very Zen.”