The Oxherding Icons

The Ten Oxherding Icons describe the Zen training path to enlightenment. The ox represents the practicing mind, at first unaware, later trained and at last led back to its True Buddha Nature.

The allegory describes the stages of the training to enlightenment experienced by the zen disciple, ending with the sharing of the Dharma gifts with all the living beings.

 

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