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The foundation of the Soto Zen School’s teachings is zazen. This originated with Shakyamuni Buddha who devoted himself to the practice of zazen and subsequently attained enlightenment. “Zen” refers to seeing into and discerning the truth of the way things are, then harmonizing the mind to properly correspond with that understanding. It is also to maintain the harmony of body, breath, and mind by sitting in a stable position with a focused mind.

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Special Dharma by Rev. Shinryu Okuma

Special Dharma Talk “Memorial Offering” by Special Goeika Teacher, Rev. Shinryu Okuma Dharma talk by Special Goeika Teacher, Rev. Shinryu Okuma after Zenshuji Soto Mission held Nehan-e, Monthly and Memorial service... read more

100th Anniversary Jukai-e, precept-explaining and instructing talks by Rev. Shohaku Okumura

Soto Zen Buddhism North America Office held Jukai-e at Zenshuji Soto Mission, Los Angeles to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Soto Zen teaching in North America from Nov. 16th... read more

100th Anniversary Jukai-e, precept-explaining and instructing talks by Rev. Shohaku Okumura

Soto Zen Buddhism North America Office held Jukai-e at Zenshuji Soto Mission, Los Angeles to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Soto Zen teaching in North America from Nov. 16th... read more

Zen Do Canada

Zen Do is back except this time from Canada! We are excited to announce online Zazen and Dharma Talk session, “Zen Do Canada” filmed at Thousand Harbours Zen – Sensoji,... read more

100th Anniversary Jukai-e, precept-explaining and instructing talks by Rev. Konjin Godwin

Soto Zen Buddhism North America Office held Jukai-e at Zenshuji Soto Mission, Los Angeles to commemorate the 100th anniversary of Soto Zen teaching in North America from Nov. 16th... read more

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100th anniversary in 2022