Sun MuZen Dance Technique Therapy Author:Sun-Ock Lee The purpose of Korean Sun (Zen) Buddhism is to find one=s true self to attain enlightenment and to end the suffering of mankind. Sun Mu-Zen dance, more than just expressing aesthetic beauty, is a preparation for attaining the goal of enlightenment. As such, Zen dance has adopted the basic disciplines of Buddhism along with the basic techniques o... more »f enlightenment exists beyond words and concepts, a number of very definite and specific exercises have been developed to give people the correct mind/ body alignment to enter the enlightened state. In this book, the author discusses the philosophy and principles of Sun Mu; the basic techniques, including tanjun breathing, emotional control and improvisation, the yin-yang theory in Sun Mu; the attitude of a Sun Mu dancer; and Sun Mu dance therapy, which in addition to being beneficial to good exercise, serves as a rehabilitation practice for those with spinal problems as well.« less