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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

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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 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
December 3
Kannon-gyō: Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra
This ongoing Lecture Series continues to explore the most renowned and widely-revered portion of the Lotus Sutra.
December
5 - 7
Sesshin in the
City

This 3-day event will take place in person at Catherine’s newly renovated zendo as well as on zoom.

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Please RSVP if you plan to attend in person!

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December 10
Kannon-gyō: Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra

This ongoing Lecture Series continues to explore the most renowned and widely-revered portion of the Lotus Sutra.

 December 13
Avatamsaka Sūtra
Monthly Study Intensive

We continue to explore the Avatamsaka Sūtra, its exuberant celebration of Dharma and its enormous influence on Buddhism and Dōgen's lineage.

December 19
Nyohō-e Sewing Circle

Join us as we gather to sew Buddhist robes in the tradition of Dōgen and Sawaki Kōdō Rōshi.

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