introduction to enji torei enji torei, a japanese zen buddhist monk, teacher, author, painter, and calligrapher, was born on may 8, 1721. he is known for his influential text on zen practice called "the undying lamp of zen" (shūmon mujintō ron), which gives an overview of hakuin's views and practices with regard to the buddhist path. early life and training enji torei was born in kazaki, shiga prefecture. at a young age, he met the respected zen master kogetsu zenzai (1667–1751), which inspired him to begin his studies at a local monastery. he later received his ordination as a buddhist monk…