Kōan

GPTKB entity

Statements (56)
Predicate Object
gptkbp:instance_of gptkb:temple
gptkbp:bfsLayer 4
gptkbp:bfsParent gptkb:Emperor_Kammu
gptkb:Muromachi_shogunate
gptkbp:can_be a question
a teaching tool
a statement
gptkbp:can_lead_to satori
gptkbp:depicts Zen principles
gptkbp:form spiritual inquiry
non-dualistic thinking
https://www.w3.org/2000/01/rdf-schema#label Kōan
gptkbp:is_a gptkb:video_game
gptkbp:is_a_source_of insight
gptkbp:is_a_tool_for self-discovery
spiritual awakening
gptkbp:is_associated_with Zen masters
gptkbp:is_characterized_by paradoxical nature
gptkbp:is_designed_to provoke doubt
gptkbp:is_discussed_in Zen circles
gptkbp:is_explored_in Zen retreats
dialogue with a teacher
gptkbp:is_found_in Zen literature
gptkbp:is_often_associated_with gptkb:organization
Zen anthologies
the phrase ' What is the sound of one hand clapping?'
gptkbp:is_often_compared_to philosophical puzzles
gptkbp:is_often_depicted_as koan
a paradox
a dialogue
a bridge to understanding Zen
a spiritual paradox
a way to access deeper truths
gptkbp:is_often_used_in gptkb:psychologist
gptkb:artwork
Zen monasteries
Zen practitioners
facilitate personal growth
break down conceptual thinking
gptkbp:is_part_of Zen training
koan practice
gptkbp:is_related_to mindfulness practice
gptkbp:is_studied_in gptkb:Rinzai_school_of_Zen
gptkbp:is_used_in meditation
gptkbp:is_used_to challenge logical thinking
gptkbp:origin gptkb:China
gptkbp:performed_by encourages introspection
can lead to enlightenment
can be transformative
challenges conventional wisdom
transcends language
gptkbp:subject gptkb:Television_personality
gptkb:academic_study
gptkbp:technique invites contemplation
encourages direct experience
teaching Zen