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MENTAL MODEL · M10210

Mumon Gate

Mumon Gate
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Version 1.0.0 · Updated 2026-07-30

CORE DEFINITION

Mumon: no fixed gate to enter. Gate: an obstacle that needs to be broken through. Gong'an: a problem used in Chan for contemplation.

SCAFFOLDING EFFECT

psychology

Reduce cognitive load

Breaking conceptual attachment. Through paradoxical problems, break conventional thinking and achieve cognitive leap.

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Anchor fast decisions

The Chan gong'an collection 'Mumon Gate': using the word 'Wu' (nothing) as a huatou to break logical attachment; the gate is originally gateless, enlightenment lies in transcending dualistic opposition in a single turn.

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