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Dōgen, the founder of the Sōtō Zen tradition, presents a profound perspective on the meaning of existence in Buddhist philosophical history, focusing on concepts such as time, being, death, and nature. One of his most prominent teachings is the concept of "Uji" or "being-time," which explains the fundamental relationship between being and time. Dōgen believed that time is not merely an independent unit but an inseparable component of being, such that all entities, from nature to humans, represent different manifestations of time. Examination of different perspectives on the concept of "Uji" reveals three main interpretations: (a) time as a static reality, (b) time as a combination of stasis and dynamism, and (c) time as absolute dynamism. Analysis of these three interpretations demonstrates that the third interpretation, emphasizing dynamism and impermanence, has the greatest compatibility with Dōgen's teachings and doctrines. Comparison of Dōgen's ideas with Islamic mysticism also shows that his notions of impermanence are similar to concepts such as "continuous creation" and "renewal," albeit with differences in perspective regarding the nature of truth and the permanence of reality. This comparison provides an opportunity for intercultural dialogue and expanding mutual understanding between Eastern and Western philosophy.
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