What we’re about
"In order to meet the challenges facing all of us, we will need a spirituality grounded in the human heart, rather than in beliefs or ideals. One that cultivates the best in each of us, challenges us to function at the level of full self-expression, and affirms the fundamental and immeasurable value of every living being." — Seijaku Roshi
We strive to live a more authentic, compassionate, and engaged life. "Through daily meditation, prayer, and contemplation, in our Zen Community, we aspire to be transformed in mind and heart by embodying the Buddhadharma (the Path of Loving-Kindness, Compassion, and Service) in ways appropriate for our times."
Anyone no matter ther religious affiliation, faith, or beliefs is welcome to join us in another expression of what we all share in common, a dream for a more loving, compassionate, and kind world.
"For in the final analysis, our most basic common link, is that we all inhabit this small planet, we all breathe the same air, we all cherish our children's futures, and we are all mortal." John F. Kennedy, Speech at The American University, Washington, D.C., June 10, 1963
Zen Studies Program - In Person and Online
$15 Donation at the door or through Zeffy for livestream
Join Sister Betsy Fujin Nieves for Zazen and a Dharma Talk:
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF TAKING REFUGE
When we begin walking this path, we start the process of taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha. Then, we may come to the realization that we are ready to take formal refuge as we experience the transformation that naturally happens when we make the genuine commitment to fully embrace this way of being in the world. Let's explore the meaning of the powerful statement and action of taking refuge.
Join us for an evening of Zazen, (seated meditation) Kinhin (walking meditation) chanting of the Sutras and a Dharma discussion—both in-person and online.
* IN-PERSON at our Cherry Hill zendo, or ONLINE:
REGISTER FOR ONLINE EVENT
(in-person need not register online)
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See all- Zen Studies: The Significance of Taking RefugeJizo-an Zen Community / The Zen Society, Cherry Hill, NJ$15.00
Zen Studies Program - In Person and Online
$15 Donation at the door or through Zeffy for livestream
Join Sister Betsy Fujin Nieves for Zazen and a Dharma Talk:
THE SIGNIFICANCE OF TAKING REFUGEWhen we begin walking this path, we start the process of taking refuge in the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha. Then, we may come to the realization that we are ready to take formal refuge as we experience the transformation that naturally happens when we make the genuine commitment to fully embrace this way of being in the world. Let's explore the meaning of the powerful statement and action of taking refuge.
Join us for an evening of Zazen, (seated meditation) Kinhin (walking meditation) chanting of the Sutras and a Dharma discussion—both in-person and online.
* IN-PERSON at our Cherry Hill zendo, or ONLINE:
REGISTER FOR ONLINE EVENT
(in-person need not register online)
