The Story of Bodhidharma

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    Bodhidharma is the legendary founder of the Zen/Chan Buddhist school, who came from India to China to teach the Buddhist way.

    Bodhidharma

    The Story of Bodhidharma
    Bodhidharma was the quasi-mythical figure who founded the Zen school in 5th Century China.

    An Audience with the Chinese Emperor

    The Story of Bodhidharma 
    The legendary founder of Zen Buddhism challenges the Emperor of China on the value of his 'good' deeds.

    Huike's Encounter with Bodhidharma

    The Story of Bodhidharma
    When Huike came to Bodhidharma for training, he was berated by the master for his lack of commitment and ignorance of the severity of the training. Although...

    Bodhidharma's Death

    The Story of Bodhidharma
    Even in death, Bodhidharma’s last encounter left those he met scratching their heads in confusion.
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