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November News & Events
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Class: Introductory Precepts
Beginning September 16 and meeting on Monday evenings twice monthly on Zoom, the Introductory Precepts Class will be led by Jaune Evans, Alan Block, Jeff Bickner, John Murray, Michael Gelfond, Steve Gross, and Mary Ann Sacksteder. Each meeting will focus on a different individual precept to take into our daily lives and then come together for reflection and conversation. Advance registration is required and closes Sept 10.
Dharma Seminar & Sejiki
Led by Jaune and invited speakers from the EDZ sangha, seminar continues a deep and intimate study of teachings from the Pali Canon on The Five Remembrances. On Sept 25, led by Norman, we’ll turn to a study of Dogen’s two fascicles on “Continuous Practice,” from the Shobogenzo. Also on Sept 25, Norman and Jaune will lead us in Sejiki, a traditional Japanese Zen Buddhist ceremony for the spirits of departed ones.
When You Greet Me I Bow
Norman’s most recent dharma book is a collection of essays, When You Greet Me I Bow: Notes and Reflections from a Life in Zen. Edited by Cynthia Schrager, the essays span a life of inquiry into Zen practice, relationship, cultural encounter, and spiritual creativity.
Everyday Zen Events
Everyday Zen Daily Sitting
7:30-8:00 AM (PT)
Link: Join on Zoom
Meeting ID: 818 1405 8944
Passcode: Zazen (note the upper case “Z”)
Weekly Metta Sitting
Mondays 8:00 – 8:30 AM (PT)
Link: Join on Zoom
Meeting ID: 818 1405 8944
Passcode: Zazen (note the upper case “Z”)
Our mission is to share the Zen attitude, spirit, and practice with the world. Guided by spiritual director and poet Norman Fischer, we are dedicated to listening to the world, to changing it and being changed by it. Together and each on our own unique paths, we endeavor to bring our spiritual practice into all aspects of our everyday lives.
Latest Teachings
October 17, 2024
Dogen’s Continuous Practice – Talk 4 – 2024 Series – Simone Weil
October 10, 2024
Dogen’s Continuous Practice – Talk 3 – 2024 Series
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Dana, in Sanskrit and Pali, means generosity, or the practice of giving. In this spirit, Norman makes his talks available for download through this website for no charge other than a suggested donation, and all Everyday Zen workshops and retreats are offered at the lowest possible cost.
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