Chan Buddhism Gained Gradual Importance Under the Song Emperors

question 29

Multiple Choice

Chan Buddhism gained gradual importance under the Song emperors.The basic tenet of this school is the cultivation of mind and spirit in order to break through the illusions of ordinary reality.Which of the following is the vehicle used in order to achieve this breakthrough to enlightenment?

• A) Orderly meetings and recitations
• B) Giving alms to the poor
• C) Meditation
• D) Pilgrimage to the cave of Bodhidharma