Here you find a collection of technical terms and concepts from zen, contemplation, mindfulnes as well as psychology and religious studies that stem from the traditions that are practiced at the Benediktushof.
We have compiled this collection to the best of our knowledge and belief. Every dictionary is a living web of concepts and therefore nevere complete. Therefore we welcome any suggestions for additions and improvements by e-mail.
Kado (flower path)
see IkebanaKare-san-sui (Zen garden)
Kare-san-sui (Japanese, “dry landscape”) is a Japanese rock garden, a special form of Japanese garden. This form of garden, also called “Zen garden”, consists only of gravel, stones and boulders. Apart from moss, no plants are used; water is indicated by undulating structures in gravel or sand areas.Kundalini-Yoga
Kundalini-Yoga is a combination of physical and mental exercises and postures, which serve to awaken the Kundalini force, which is understood as both spiritual and physical life energy and which lies dormant at the foot of the spine, curled up like a snake. The goal of Kundalini-Yoga is the ascent of Kundalini through the chakras to the highest chakra, where individual and cosmic consciousness are connected.Kyudo (Japanese archery)
Kyūdō (Japanese, “way of the bow”) is an art of Japanese archery practiced since the 16th century, which is formally characterized by its slow movement. When shooting the arrow, the archer ideally reaches “Mushin”, i.e. “non-ghost”: unintentional, pure presence. This makes the “way of the bow” a Zen art.
