Vocab 4.3

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Zen Buddhism

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A branch of Buddhism emphasizing meditation, simplicity, and self-discipline.

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Meditation

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The practice of focused breathing, with the intention of clearing one’s mind. It is a main practice of Zen Buddhism.

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Mushin

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'No mind,' where a person acts instinctively without conscious thought.

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Shinto

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The traditional religion of Japan focused on nature, spirits (kami), and rituals.

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Animism

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The belief that natural objects, places, and creatures have spirits.

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Kami

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Spirits or gods in Shinto, often associated with nature and ancestors.

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Torii

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A traditional Japanese gateway marking the entrance to a Shinto shrine or sacred space, usually made of wood or stone.

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Matsuri

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A Japanese festival connected to Shinto shrines or local traditions, including rituals, parades, music, food stalls, and performances.

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Calligraphy

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The art of beautiful and controlled handwriting using a brush and ink, influenced by Zen Buddhism's emphasis on simplicity, discipline, and focus.

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Muso Soseki

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A prominent Zen monk renowned for his calligraphy during the Kamakura Shogunate.