Huangbo Xiyun Quotes

A collection of quotes by Huangbo Xiyun.

Huangbo Xiyun was a 9th-century Chinese Chan Buddhist master, belonging to the Hongzhou school. He is known for his teachings, specifically on the doctrine of sudden enlightenment and the concept of non-duality. Huangbo's teachings emphasized the direct realization of one's true nature and the attainment of enlightenment through direct experience rather than relying on intellectual understanding alone. Although not much is known about his personal life, his teachings, compiled in the book "Essential Dharma of Mind Transmission," have significantly influenced Zen Buddhism and continue to inspire practitioners today.