Senses
南北宗 Northern and Southern Schools
The two main branches of Chan Buddhism after the Fifth Patriarch; the Southern School founded by Huineng emphasized sudden enlightenment, while the Northern School founded by Shenxiu emphasized gradual enlightenment.
南北宗 Northern and Southern Schools of Quanzhen Taoism
The two branches of Quanzhen Taoism; the Northern School was founded by Wang Chongyang during the Jin Dynasty, and the Southern School is traced back to Zhang Boduan during the Song Dynasty.
南北宗 Northern and Southern Schools of landscape painting
Two historical styles of Chinese landscape painting categorized by Dong Qichang; the Southern School is known for ink wash and elegance, while the Northern School is known for precise lines and bold colors.