NEW YORK ZEN COMMUNITY
FOR DŌGEN STUDY
詠本来面目
春は花
夏ほととぎす
秋は月
冬雪きえで
すずしかりけり
The Original Face
Spring, flowers
Summer, cuckoos
Autumn, the moon
Winter, snow does not melt
All seasons pure and upright
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New York Zen Community is a Sangha dedicated to Shikantaza Zazen and Dōgen study. We offer lectures exploring the teachings of Dōgen Zenji and other Buddhist texts, with a focus on their practical relevance and integration into daily life.
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Part of a global network of disciples and students of Okumura Shōhaku Rōshi of the Sōtō Zen School of Japan, we are under the direct lineage of Sawaki Kōdō, Uchiyama Kōshō and Okumura Shōhaku.
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An expanding collection of resources is being curated to support independent Buddhist study.
Upcoming Events
Programs are offered online and in person
January 28
AM Zazen
Continues
Classes canceled
due to schedule conflict
January 29
Classes canceled
due to schedule conflict
AM Zazen
Continues
February
Wednesdays
Ch 25, LOTUS SŪTRA:
Kannon-gyō
Following Kyoto Anti-ji tradition, February is a reduced schedule month, however
This ongoing Wednesday Lecture Series continues through February and March to explore the most renowned and widely-revered portion of the Lotus Sutra
