a sangha of sanghas and individuals inspired by the american soto zen tradition of kobun chino otogawa
If there are any misunderstandings about what is called Zen life or Buddhist life, I'd like to to clear them up and reassure you that however you are is the way you should be. However you manage your daily life, that is how it should be. I'm saying this because there is such a long traditional way of monastic practice in which sitting was done only in a closed society like a monastery. My basic intention is to really open this sitting opportunity to everybody who is ready to do it and enjoy it, with no division between monks and nuns, young and old. For some who were trained in the monastery or communal situation with a well-set schedule and regulations, it might be quite difficult that we have almost no rules. People come in and go out and there is no scolding or carrying a stick to beat you up like an old rug or dumb person! Many people say this is not sesshin, but I believe this is the real sesshin!
Kobun Chino Otogawa from "Kobun, Sesshin Talks"
Kobun Chino Otogawa from "Kobun, Sesshin Talks"
bridging the gaps between people and communitiesPhoenix Heart comprises the sanghas of physically separated temples along with many individual beings. Choose an event that interests you and come join our loving sangha!
Hokoji Temple, Taos, NM
Myokoji Temple, Ben Lomond, CA Hakubai Temple, Boulder, CO |
Myokoji Temple
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Hokoji Zendo
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our events
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Everyone is invited to join Phoenix Heart events! Physical events include an annual Phoenix Heart retreat, and regular meditation schedules at our affiliated temples. In addition there are regular online events including meditation, Zen studies, book club, and more.
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