KnowraKoanLinked fromLinked fromThe 11 pages that link to Koan, each with the reason it gives.All 11Related 6Narrower topic 2Compared with 3AphorismCompared with: Koans may resemble aphorisms, but they are embedded in contemplative practice rather than general observation.ShikantazaCompared with: Koan practice gives attention a defined inquiry, unlike shikantaza’s open sitting.SōtōCompared with: Kōan-centered training is more strongly associated with Rinzai than with Sōtō.