About Tiantong Zongjue
Lived 1091 – 1162 (aged 70–71). Tiantong Zongjue was a Chinese buddhist monk.
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Frequently asked questions
Who was Tiantong Zongjue?
Soto Zen patriarch
When was Tiantong Zongjue born?
Tiantong Zongjue was born in 1091 in Hezhou.
When did Tiantong Zongjue die?
Tiantong Zongjue died in 1162.
What was Tiantong Zongjue's occupation?
Tiantong Zongjue was a buddhist monk.
What nationality was Tiantong Zongjue?
Tiantong Zongjue was Chinese.
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APA: Biography.guide. (2026). Tiantong Zongjue. https://biography.guide/tiantong-zongjue/
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