Linji Yixuan Quotes
Linji Yixuan was a Chinese Chan Buddhist master of the late Tang dynasty and the founder of the Linji school, the dominant Chan and later Zen lineage in China, Korea, and Japan. After training under Huangbo Xiyun, he established his teaching seat at the Linji monastery in Hebei, from which the school takes its name. The quotes below are attributed to Linji Yixuan, organized by topic.
Linji Yixuan on Mind
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Attributed to Linji Yixuan:
“Wherever you stand, that is the very place; rest there.”
Linji Yixuan on Truth
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Attributed to Linji Yixuan:
“If you meet the Buddha on the road, kill him.”
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Attributed to Linji Yixuan:
“Followers of the Way, there is no Buddha to seek, no Dharma to attain.”
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Attributed to Linji Yixuan:
“The true person of no rank stands in your face and speaks.”
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Attributed to Linji Yixuan:
“Don't be deceived by names; look the matter in the face.”