In the land of China, Meditation Master Shikan was a highly venerated monk dwelling in Rinzai’s temple. The first time Rinzai chanced to see Shikan coming his way, he suddenly grabbed hold of him, whereupon Shikan responded, “As you wish.” Releasing him, Rinzai said, “I was just about to give you a thumping.” Thereupon, Shikan became Rinzai’s disciple
– From the Shobogenzo