What Is Joshu's Mu

question 31

Multiple Choice

What is Joshu's Mu?

• A) The first koan presented to Zen disciples.
• B) A phrase repeated by Pure Land Buddhists to express praise to Amitabha Buddha
• C) A logic puzzle given to Buddhist students to find the solution through careful thought
• D) The final question asked to a Buddhist monk at their ordination exam
• E) A short sutra or text that is chanted for several hours a day

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