Miscellaneous Koans · CASE 14
Shōgen’s Three Turning Words
Preliminary koans studied before The Gateless Gate
Case
a) Why is it that the Man of Great Strength (Buddha) does not lift up his leg? b) Without using your tongue, speak. c) How is it that the crimson lines of clearly enlightened persons never cease to flow?
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