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Zen is a form of Buddhism. It originated in China, when Buddhism spread from India to China and was strongly influenced by Taoist philosophy.   

Zen literally means “meditation”. Zazen or “seated meditation” is the primary practice of the Zen Buddhist tradition. Unlike religion, Zen does not mention God, it does not try to explain how the world was created and what happens after death.  

It highlights meditation as a way of experiencing basic reality. Sitting quietly, going deep  and asking the question: What am I? That is the fundamental question in Zen. It begins with the curiosity and wonder of who you are.   

Be present and see what is happening, not your fantasy about what is happening but seeing what’s actually happening and then responding. That in a nutshell, is Zen practice, and Zen life. To be really present in this moment.   

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