shikantaza

Shikantaza is a form of meditation known in English as “just sitting” is especially associated with Japanese Soto Zen. In this practice, one strives to erase the rigid categories associated with language so that the mind’s natural ability to illumine reality can shine forth. Sitting in zazen is not thought of as the means of obtaining enlightenment. Rather, to properly take the posture is itself to have the right state of mind.