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On research in Zen.

E T Shimano, D B Douglas

    The American Journal of Psychiatry
    |December 1, 1975
    PubMed
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    Scientific research into Zen meditation offers insights into altered states of consciousness. Understanding Zen

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    Area of Science:

    • Neuroscience and Psychology
    • Philosophy of Mind
    • Comparative Religion

    Background:

    • Zen is a spiritual discipline attracting scientific inquiry.
    • Meditation and enlightenment are key areas of interest.
    • Understanding altered perception is crucial.

    Purpose of the Study:

    • To explore the psychophysiological effects of Zen meditation.
    • To investigate the impact of Zen enlightenment on consciousness.
    • To highlight the necessity of experiential practice for researchers.

    Main Methods:

    • Review of existing research on Zen and meditation.
    • Discussion of theoretical frameworks for understanding altered states.
    • Emphasis on the importance of first-person experiential research.

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    Main Results:

    • Zen meditation has measurable psychophysiological effects.
    • Enlightenment in Zen may represent a significant shift in reality perception.
    • Current research approaches may be limited without direct experience.

    Conclusions:

    • Direct practice of Zen meditation is essential for accurate research.
    • Misinterpretation of Zen phenomena is likely without experiential understanding.
    • Future research requires a blend of objective study and subjective immersion.