Truc Lam is a Vietnamese Zen Buddhist school founded in the 13th century by Zen Master Truc Lam. It emphasizes meditation, simplicity, and harmony with nature. The school promotes a peaceful lifestyle and encourages practitioners to find enlightenment through direct experience rather than through intellectual study. The teachings of Truc Lam are rooted in the principles of Buddhism and focus on mindfulness and compassion. The school has influenced Vietnamese culture, art, and architecture, with many pagodas and temples built in its honor. Today, Truc Lam continues to attract followers and is an important part of Vietnam's spiritual heritage.