Shitou Xiqian (700-790) was an 8th-century Chinese Chan Buddhist teacher and author. All existing branches of Chan throughout the world are said to descend either from Shitou Xiqian or from his contemporary Mazu Daoyi.
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About this person
Category
Writers
Type
Writer / Author
Status
deceased
Dates
Lived 700 to 790 · aged 90
Written about in
10 languages
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