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Chanting is often treated as the “ritual” before meditation — but in Zen, chanting is meditation. In this video, we explore how chanting functions as a core part of zazen practice, revealing the same flow of awakening, orienting, and letting go that occurs on the cushion. Whether you’re new to Zen, deep into Buddhist practice, or simply curious about why chanting feels so powerful, this breakdown shows how sound, breath, and shared rhythm can transform your meditation.

We’ll look at why Zen temples chant in Pali, Sanskrit, and Japanese, how group chanting creates a field of awareness, and why meaning matters far less than vibration itself. Discover how chanting shifts attention, dissolves self-consciousness, and opens a direct connection to the present moment — making it one of the most accessible forms of meditation for beginners and experienced practitioners alike.

If you’ve ever wondered what chanting actually does or how to incorporate it into your own zazen practice, this video offers a clear, grounded explanation rooted in the lived experience of Zen training.

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Zen, Zazen, Chanting, Zen Chanting, Buddhist Chanting, Meditation, Mindfulness, Zen Buddhism, Zen Practice, Zen Optimism, Joshu Sasaki, Buddhism, Zero, Chanting Meditation, Soto Zen, Rinzai Zen
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