Lin-Chi quotes

Lin-Chi was a renowned Chinese Chan (Zen) Buddhist master and the founder of the Linji school of Chan Buddhism. His teachings emphasized direct experience, spontaneity, and often used paradox or shouting to awaken disciples. He became influential for shaping the unique methods and philosophy of Zen practice in East Asia. Here is 1 of his quotes:

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Secret operations are essential in war; upon them the army relies to make its every move.

Sun Tzu

Engage people with what they expect; it is what they are able to discern and confirms their projections. It settles them into predictable patterns of response, occupying their minds while you wait for the extraordinary moment - that which they cannot anticipate.

Sun Tzu

The dependence of family life makes a person more moral.

Aleksandr Pushkin

I like the dreams of the future better than the history of the past.

Thomas Jefferson