Shitou Xiqian

Shitou Xiqian (700–790) was a buddhist monk, poet and zenji.

Also recorded as Shítóu Xīqiān; Sekitō Kisen; Shi Xiqian; Xiqian; Wuji dashi; Shitou heshang.

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Overview

Born at Gaoyao District in 700, died in 790.

In detail

Yaoshan Weiyan, Shi Datian and Tianhuang Daowu are recorded as having studied under Shitou Xiqian.

The field of work recorded is Zen.

Works named in the authority record are Cantongqi.

Sources

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  1. 1.

    “Shitou Xiqian”, English Wikipedia, consulted as further reading

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  2. 2.

    Wikidata, structured authority record Q3117641: Shitou Xiqian

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