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Are there several transmissions in Zen?

Master Kosen – Published on April 1 – transmission

Question

Dear Kosen Sensei,
I would like to know the differences between Deshimaru’s transmission and Sanbo Kyodan’s. Are there other transmissions in Zen? What are the differences between them?
Thank you. Gavi.



Gavi

Answer from Master Kosen

Master Deshimaru said: If you want to judge a master, the objective side is of primary importance. Ask him from whom he received ordination and from whom he received shiho (the certificate of transmission

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