There is a well-known koan in the Chan tradition. Once, Chan Master Wenyan wished to test the depth of his disciples’ meditative realization. He addre...
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(English) Dharma Q&A Episode 274
• Body sensation while meditating
• The counting in meditation
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(English) Dharma Q&A Episode 273
• The object and the focus during meditation
• The benefits of the half-lotus position
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Dharma Q&A Episode 272 (English)
• The speed of chanting mantra “Om Mani Padme Hum”
• Where is Venerable Hong Ci?
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