Zen Buddhism
1 / 15Explore the meditative traditions and teachings of Zen Buddhism
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Zen Buddhism originated in which country before spreading to Japan?
About Zen Buddhism
Explore the meditative traditions and teachings of Zen Buddhism Zen Buddhism packs 15 multiple-choice questions aimed at mixed difficulty into a relaxed session of roughly 7 minutes — no sign-up, no timer pressure. An explanation appears after every answer, and finishing once a day keeps your streak alive.
A few sample questions
1. Zen Buddhism originated in which country before spreading to Japan?
Answer: China
2. What is 'zazen' in Zen Buddhism?
Answer: Seated meditation
3. What is a 'koan' in Zen practice?
Answer: A paradoxical riddle used to provoke insight
4. Which legendary monk is traditionally credited with bringing Chan (Zen) Buddhism from India to China?
Answer: Bodhidharma
5. What is 'satori' in Zen Buddhism?
Answer: A sudden awakening or enlightenment experience
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Zen Buddhism has 15 multiple-choice questions. Each one has four answer options and an explanation that appears after you answer, so you learn something even when you miss.
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