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Asked by: Cristofer Ortigoso
religion and spirituality buddhismIs Vipassana the same as mindfulness?
Also question is, is mindfulness and meditation the same thing?
Mindfulness is the awareness of“some-thing,” while meditation is theawareness of “no-thing.” There are many forms ofmeditation. Some are aimed at developing a clear and focusedmind, known as 'Clear Mind' meditations. MindfulnessMeditation is a form of Clear Mindmeditation.
Also, what is the difference between mindfulness and concentration?
Concentration and mindfulness aredistinctly different functions. They each have their role toplay in meditation, and the relationship between themis definite and delicate. Concentration is often calledone-pointedness of mind. Mindfulness, on the other hand, isa delicate function leading to refined sensibilities.
zen is a branch ofbuddhism. Vipassana is a method of meditation whichis found in all branches of meditation: theravada, mahayana,and vajrayana. Zen is pure awareness meditation,Vipassana is investigation meditation.