The official site of Rinzai-Obaku Zen (one of the main lineages of Zen) states that "Zen is not a system of defined beliefs, but a path to clarity and awareness. As such it has no conflicts with science, and can enrich the inner life of followers of any religious tradition. East, west, north, or south, all are welcome."
Zen first originated in China as an effort to return Buddhist practice to its original roots. It emphasizes the importance of lived experience and the awareness of each moment over formalized doctrine and ritual.
