Kenshō | Vibepedia

Kenshō (見性) signifies an initial, often sudden, "seeing" or "perceiving" (見) of one's inherent "nature" or "essence" (性). This profound insight, commonly translated as "seeing one's true nature," refers to the direct apprehension of [[Buddha-nature|buddha-nature]], the ultimate reality, or the [[Dharmadhatu|Dharmadhatu]]. The term is often used interchangeably with [[Satori|satori]], another Japanese word denoting comprehension or understanding, highlighting the experiential and intuitive nature of this awakening.