Class: The Ceremony of Zazen -- Recommended for Everybody!

623 North Rendon,New Orleans LA 70119

24 May, 2022

Description

Learn about an essential Dogen teaching by visiting Zen teachers Linda Galijan and Greg Fain. Dogen's Fukanzazengi ("Universal Recommendation for Zazen (Seated Meditation)") expounds the "essential art of zazen." In addition to the foundational instructions for zazen, this 3-part class will explore: Why is the practice of upright sitting so important? What does it mean to "think not-thinking"? How is zazen "the dharma gate of repose and bliss"? Join Zen teachers Shinchi Linda Galijan and Zenshin Greg Fain of Tassajara Zen Mountain Center for a three-part class, offered on three successive nights, May 24, 25 and 26, from 7 to 8 p.m. Together we will explore the meaning and relevance of this magnificent short essay to our current life and practice. There is no need to commit to all three classes, each will be a stand-alone event. We hope to see you there! “Nobody can do it for you, and you can’t do it alone.” Tickets are available on a sliding scale, but no one will be turned away for lack of funds (just lack of space, so register soon!). Suggested donation ranges are: Mid City Zen members: $7 per class Non-members: $10 - $30 per class Accessibility info: the zendo must be accessed by 6 stairs. Zafu and zabuton floor seating available as well as chairs.