Following a brief introduction by Abbott Will Rauschenberger of Ordinary Zen Sangha, we will engage in a peaceful sunset mediation under the Full Beaver Supermoon on the Sunset Deck (#6 on the map) and conclude with a Dharma talk and Q&A with Zen Master Chong An Sunim. Please bring your own chair or cushion. Donations are gratefully accepted. All are welcome.
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The Wisdom Teachings Of Zen
In a world that often feels divisive and turbulent, how does practicing Zen help us see our true nature and live with clarity, compassion, and peace? Join us for a special evening of illuminating insight as a renowned Zen Buddhist monk, Zen Master Chong An Sunim, shares his years of experience. This is a unique opportunity to learn from a master deeply rooted in the tradition of Zen. Chong An Sunim will be joined by Abbot Will Rauschenberger, Dharma […]
Schedule Updates!
Greetings my dear Sangha friends, Please note: There will be no Practice Session on Wednesday, September 18, or Sunday, September 22, 2024. Register for the Silent Retreat in Nature with Chong An Sunim at Myakka State Park! Please visit our YouTube channel or enjoy one of our audio podcasts…
Dharma Talk at the Original Light Zen Temple, Hungary
I gave this Dharma Talk on June 29, 2024, during my stay at the Orginal Light Zen Temple (zentemple.eu). Please forgive the choppy edit. The talk was translated into Hungarian by Chong An Sunim as I spoke, so most of the translation was edited out. Hence, the unnatural pauses. Deep gratitude to Chong An Sunim and the Original Light Zen Temple Sangha for supporting and caring for Charlene and me during our stay.
Temple Life – Part Two
After 8 days of traveling with Sunim and his family, plus 8 days of Charlene and I traveling alone down Croatia’s Dalmatian coast, Charlene and I have returned to the Orginal Light Temple outside Budapest for the last few days of our visit. We will be ending our trip with an Ancestor Celebration on Sunday. Of course, there are stories to tell about our adventures. However, this post is not a travel log. There will be opportunities to share those […]
Temple Life
Dear Sangha, Charlene and I are at the end of our first week at Orginal Light Zen Temple. Very welcoming and wonderful Sangha. We love it here! I would like to share a poem that Charlene wrote about daily temple life. A Gentle Awakening The 4 A.M. sunrise illuminates the crown of the yurt. Then, morning birdsong. A solo recital. The 5 A.M. Zen drum beckons. And so it begins. Shoes on shoes off, shoes on shoes off, shoes on […]
Tea Cup
Exploring an exchange between two Zen Masters. From 208 Kongans – compiled by Chong An Sunim, Original Light Zen Temple.
Taking June 2024 Off for a Personal Retreat
Last year, I took a month off in August for a personal retreat. This year, I will take a month off in June. There will be no practice sessions in June 2024. I will be in Budapest, Hungary from Thursday, June 6th through Sunday, June 9th for an advanced meditation retreat at the Original Light Zen Temple that will be led by Zen Master Chong An Sunim. I will also be traveling with Chong An Sunim and his family after […]
All-day Silent Retreat – Myakka River State Park
Saturday, November 9, 2024, 9:00 A.M. to 5:00 P.M. We are honored that Zen Master Chong An Sunim will join us for the retreat. The park setting, surrounded by nature’s beauty, will help us relax, reflect, and renew. We will start promptly at 9:30 a.m. (arrival time 9:00 a.m.). During the day, there will be several sitting and walking meditations, Dharma talks, and a vegetarian/vegan potluck lunch. Water and tea will be provided. The retreat will be over by 5:00 […]
Original Light Zen Temple 90 day retreat – Dharma Talks
Chong An Sunim – 01/15/2022 Original Light Zen Temple 90-day retreat