Zazen is going right into the Ocean of Awareness, manifesting the body of all Buddhas. The natural luminosity of mind suddenly reveals itself and the original light is everywhere. -Keizan Zenji

A Zazenkai is a day of Zen practice in the city. Join us for a silent day of meditation (seated and walking), chanting, mindful eating, temple care-taking, and a dharma talk. We close the day with a ceremony to renewing our intention to live an ethical life.

Suggested donation includes a vegetarian/vegan lunch. No one turned away for lack of funds.

Your registration helps us know how much lunch to prepare.

This retreat is held in silence.

7:30           Zazen
9:00            Service
9:20            Break
9:45            Work Circle (work practice includes cleaning, cooking, or gardening)
11:00          Zazen
12:00          Lunch
1:00            Zazen
2:00            Dharma Talk / Interviews
3:00            Break
3:20            Zazen
4:20            Refuge Ceremony
4:35            Closing Circle
5:00            Temple Cleaning

Please note: This is an approximation; Zazenkai schedules may vary.