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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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24Dec

RSVP requested: Jan. 12th, the Baika Convention in May 2025

We are excited to announce the details of the Baika-ryu National Convention tour, which will be held in Okinawa on May 15, 2025! This event marks the 80th anniversary of the... read more

01Nov

Dharma Talk on Zoom

Soto Zen Buddhism North America Office will hold Dharma Talk on Zoom “SPECIAL DISSEMINATION OF SOTO ZEN BUDDHISM” by Rev. Gihan Unno, Eishoji Temple, Iwate Prefecture, Japan.Dharma Talk theme is... read more

12Jun

Official English Translation of Shōbōgenzō

Official translation of the Shōbōgenzō 正法眼藏, Treasury of the True Dharma Eye, was published last year from the Soto Zen Text Project in 8 volumes including the glossary.  It is... read more

20Nov

Re-stock: Official English Translation of Shōbōgenzō

Official translation of the Shōbōgenzō 正法眼藏, Treasury of the True Dharma Eye, was published last year from the Soto Zen Text Project in 8 volumes including the glossary.  It is... read more

23May

Dharma Talk by Rev. Koun Franz

Dharma Talk by Rev. Koun Franz, Thousand Harbours Zen - Sensoji, Halifax, Nova Scotia Canada. Dharma talk topic is “Prepare for the Zazen.” https://fb.watch/sveyiWZ-4g/ Thousand Harbours Zen - Sensoji 1895 Purcells Cove RdHalifax,... read more

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