one of two major Zen Buddhist sects in Japan; it stresses the abrupt awakening of transcendental wisdom, or enlightenment. Among the methods it ... [4 related articles] Found on http://www.britannica.com/eb/a-z/r/51
School of Zen Buddhism introduced to Japan from China in the 12th century by the monk Eisai and others. It emphasizes rigorous monastic discipline and sudden enlightenment by meditation on a koan... Found on http://www.encyclo.co.uk/local/20688