It is traditional to have a Buddha Statue in the Zen Hall … or, rather, a statue of Manjusri Bodhisattva astride a Lion, a symbol of Wisdom …

But, really, any Buddha (or Bodhisattva) statue or picture will do.

In fact, where in these do you see or not see the ‘True Buddha”?


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(remember: recording ends soon after the beginning bells;
a sitting time of 20 to 35 minutes is recommended)

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