Zen practice also often includes other spiritual practices such as koans, chanting, and physical disciplines such as martial arts or gardening.
This is typically achieved through the practice of zazen, or seated meditation, which is said to help practitioners develop concentration, clarity of mind, and insight into the nature of reality. The goal of Zen Buddhism is enlightenment, or understanding one's true nature and attaining liberation from suffering. Zen emphasizes direct experience and personal realization through meditation and other spiritual practices, rather than relying on scriptures or other external sources of authority. Zen Buddhism is a form of Mahayana Buddhism that originated in China and has spread to other countries in Asia and beyond.
