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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

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​  Spring, flowers

  Summer, cuckoos

  Autumn, the moon

  Winter, snow does not melt

 All seasons pure and upright 

NEW YORK ZEN COMMUNITY
FOR DŌGEN STUDY

  • 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.

Photograph by Michael Cirillo

Upcoming Events and Special Announcements

Please note:  ​

Hōsan (holiday) - No Zazen or classes

from July 3 - 5

Morning Zazen on zoom continues throughout the month:  Monday – Friday from 7:00 am – 8:00 am followed by short readings from Dōgen’s Shōbōgenzō Zuimonki and an abbreviated Morning Service (ryaku chōka) on days ending in 4 and 9.
Summer Ango
April 15 - July 15

Special Study Opportunities for Sangha Members.​

July 1, 8, 15
Lotus Sutra: Kannon-gyō
Examining the verse portion of this sutra, we focus on the nature of Kanzeon's power and how it liberates us from all suffering and distress.
July 11
Zazenkai

Treat yourself to a refreshing day of zazen! Join anytime between 8 am – 5 pm. Gather at 5 pm to share experiences during Open Sosan.

July 18
Mondō:
Our Monthly
Q & A 

Join us with your questions about applying Buddha's teachings to real-life situations.

July 24
Flower Adornment Sūtra
During this All-Day Study Intensive, we begin reading Chpt. 26: the well-known Daśabhumika Sūtra.
All programs are offered online and in person free of charge
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