“The miracles I am speaking of are the daily activities of buddhas, which they carry out tirelessly.” ”
Dogen Zenji brought Soto Zen practice from China to Japan in the thirteenth century. His writings have come to be known world-wide for their poetic and paradoxical language, and penetrating depth. Studying Dogen together we can widen and deepen our perspectives on practice.
In Japanese a gathering to study Dogen's Shobogenzo is called a Genzo-e, so we are after years of having an annual Dogen study retreat we are finally brave enough to use the term. The weekend retreat has grown into a month-long intensive. Last year we studied and practiced with two very long fascicles, "Continuous Practice", parts one and two. This year we will chose several short fascicles, beginning this weekend with “Miracles". Our aim is to introduce Dogen’s teaching in a way that is accessible and relevant to our daily lives.
Throughout the month, Wednesday evenings will be dharma seminar format, and Sunday mornings will include a dharma talk. Please join us in whatever way supports your practice. More details TBA soon.
Lunch: Please bring your own lunch and a mug for tea, which will be provided.
Schedule: Please click HERE for a detailed schedule.
Retreat fee: $40 full fee $20 reduced fee for those on limited income
*** The Wall Street zendo is full ***
If you would like to attend over Zoom please register above to select a sliding scale amount
Note: Regular Sunday morning practice will be an extension of the opening weekend. Though you do not have to register, additional donations and teacher dana are much appreciated.
Dana: Dana is an ancient Pali word that means generosity. In the Buddhist tradition the teachings are offered freely. Fees only cover expenses, and do not go to the teachers. There will be an opportunity to give a cash/cheque donation/dana on location, or for the paperless inclined: E-transfers for teacher dana is acceptable. Please use teachers@mountainrainzen.org
