mushin (mushin)

(Language: Japanese)

Short Description: Zen state of no-mind

Long Description: a Japanese term used to describe the Zen state of no-mind. Roshi Keido Fukushima likes to describe it as “creative mind,” “free mind,” or “open mind.” The goal of Zen is to achieve and function in this state of mind which transcends all dualities.

Sources: The Laughing Buddha of Tofukuji: The Life of Zen Master Keido Fukushima , by Ishwar C. Harris