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[こう(公)·あん(案)]
kouan
noun

English Meaning(s) for 公案

noun
  1. koan; kōan; Zen question for meditation (e.g. the sound of one hand clapping)
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Definition and Synonyms for 公案

Koan a paradoxical anecdote or a riddle that has no solution
Synonyms: 公案
Koan used in Zen Buddhism to show the inadequacy of logical reasoning
Synonyms: 公案

Meanings for each kanji in 公案

» public; prince; official; governmental
» plan; suggestion; draft; ponder; fear; proposition; idea; expectation; bill; worry

Categories 公案 is a member of

Problem a question raised for consideration or solution
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