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What type of buddhist were samari warriors

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Zen Buddhism

However, it was Zen Buddhism that best suited the warriors and complemented bushidō, the strict code of the samurai's practice, or, “the way of the warrior.” Zen Buddhism eschewed the elaborate rituals and scriptures of Pure Land and the esoteric sects for the idea that all things are fleeting and enlightenment may be.

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Answer: The primary reason samurai adopted Zen Buddhism was the belief that it strengthened them on the battlefield. They believed that plans and strategy on the battlefield led to death, and Zen helped followers dismiss such thoughts. Hopefully i helped

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