Wei-Lin Dao-Pei (Irin-Dohai): A Life of Zen and Art Born: Gushan, China (1615) Died: 1702 Other Names: Irin-Dohai Wei-Lin Dao-Pei, also known as Irin-Dohai, stands as a significant figure in the early Qing Dynasty, recognized both for his profound spiritual leadership within the Sōtō Zen school and for his distinctive artistic contributions. Born in 1615 in Gushan, Fujian province, China, he established a branch of the Sōtō Zen tradition and is particularly celebrated for his influential work, 'Excerpt from Xin-xin-ming.' His art reflects a deep commitment to meditative practice, int…