proverb

The Eight Gates

The Eight Gates of Zen

Modern

Traditionally attributed

Text

Zazen, study, liturgy, art practice, body practice, work practice, the precepts, and right action — eight gates leading to one yard. Walk through each at your own pace.

tr. Zen Lineage editorial

license: cc_by

Attribution

Lineage: White Plum Asanga

By John Daido Loori

Sources

  • contentThe Eight Gates of Zen: A Program of Zen Training

    John Daido Loori