Shunryu Suzuki
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Shunryu Suzuki was a prominent Japanese Zen monk and teacher who played a significant role in introducing Zen Buddhism to the West. He is best known for founding the San Francisco Zen Center and for his influential book, "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind." His teachings emphasized the importance of meditation and mindfulness, encouraging practitioners to approach Zen with a beginner's mind, free from preconceived notions and judgments. Suzuki's approach was characterized by simplicity and clarity, making Zen accessible to a wider audience.
Nationalität
Japanisch
Geburtsdatum
May 18, 1904
Geburtsort
Kōshi, Saitama, Japan
Todesdatum
July 4, 1971
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