What question did Zen Buddhists from the 9th to 13th century focus on?

Understanding Kōans in Zen Buddhism

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1.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
How to achieve material success?
Why do we need an explanation?
What is the meaning of life?
How to explain the unexplainable?
2.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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What are kōans primarily used for in Zen Buddhism?
To enforce monastic laws strictly
To teach scientific principles
To practice living with ambiguity and paradox
To provide clear answers to philosophical questions
3.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
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In the kōan involving Tanzan and Ekido, what was Ekido's mistake?
Ignoring the traveler
Mentally clinging to the traveler
Physically carrying the traveler
Breaking the traveler's belongings
4.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What does the kōan about the moving flag illustrate?
The conflict between perception and reality
The need for strict adherence to rules
The value of silence
The importance of physical strength
5.
MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION
30 sec • 1 pt
What is the main purpose of kōans according to the final section?
To challenge our understanding of understanding
To memorize Buddhist texts
To reach a simple solution
To provide entertainment
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