By The time was ripe last June to travel to the Philippines to share Jōdo Shinshū and Seiza meditation. Continue reading “Connecting the Philippines and Jōdo Shinshū”
Meditation and Jodo Shinshu
By Rev. Miki Nakura
When Shakyamuni Buddha attained enlightenment, he’s depicted as sitting in contemplation beneath the Bodhi tree. In that sense, we can say the Buddhist teachings sprung from meditation. The Buddha understood that body and mind are not separate but one, expressing non-dualism. Continue reading “Meditation and Jodo Shinshu”
My Mother was My Enemy
Rev. Miki Nakura exudes the peaceful bearing one expects of a Buddhist priest. He closes his eyes, ponders a question, and answers slowly with a slight Japanese accent. Every day, he meditates. Such calmness belies a personal history beset by tragedy, dashed dreams and a deep resentment against his mother. At one time, he thought, my mother is “my enemy.” Continue reading “My Mother was My Enemy”
Starting December: Online meditation
Beginning this month, sitting meditation sessions begin via Zoom. Everyone is welcome to join and there is no charge. Continue reading “Starting December: Online meditation”
New Video Page: Watch, Listen, Learn
Welcome to our new video page. We just started, but going forward, we plan to have more videos about Buddhist teachings, practices, services, lectures, instruction and more.
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Zen and Shin Buddhism: Wisdom and Compassion
By Rev. Kenjun Kawawata
The famous Zen scholar Daisetz Suzuki spent a lifetime translating and writing about Buddhism emphasizing Dharma, or wisdom, not compassion. Why? Continue reading “Zen and Shin Buddhism: Wisdom and Compassion”