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Koan Summer: A Person of Great Strength

  • Jul 14, 2023
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Updated: Mar 27, 2025

Seido launches the summer group koan study with comments on Case 20 of the Mumonkan, “Sung-yuan’s Person of Great Strength.” Included in this talk are tips on working with strong reactions to koans language and how to foster a sense of trust and openness when one is confused or uncertain.



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