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Gateless Gate
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The Gateless Gate is a seminal work in Zen Buddhism, comprising 48 koans compiled by Wumen Huikai in the early 13th century.
Each koan is accompanied by a commentary and verse by Wumen, designed to challenge the practitioner's understanding and help them achieve enlightenment.
The title 'Gateless Gate' reflects the paradoxical nature of Zen, where the barriers set by the ancient masters must be transcended to realize one's true self-nature.
The book is a central text in Rinzai Zen practice and has been influential in Zen literature and practice.
Each koan is accompanied by a commentary and verse by Wumen, designed to challenge the practitioner's understanding and help them achieve enlightenment.
The title 'Gateless Gate' reflects the paradoxical nature of Zen, where the barriers set by the ancient masters must be transcended to realize one's true self-nature.
The book is a central text in Rinzai Zen practice and has been influential in Zen literature and practice.
