koan by Domyo | Jul 13, 2017 A traditional Zen story of an interaction between a Zen ancestor and a student, meant to convey a subtle aspect of Zen understanding and practice. Koans are often used by Zen students as a point of contemplation or inquiry, particularly in Rinzai. Related Articles: BibliographyGlossary: RinzaiGlossary: Hongzhi ZhengjueGlossaryUpcoming Episodes (subject to change):Get a sneak peek at upcoming Zen Studies Podcast Episodes on Buddhist Teachings, Practices, History, Texts, and Zen Teachings.