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NYZ: Parinirvana Weekend Sesshin
This sesshin honors Shakyamuni Buddha’s final passage into Nirvana, marking the moment of his Parinirvana—the ultimate liberation from the cycle of birth and death. It serves as a time for reflection on mortality, impermanence, and the importance of practice. We will also commemorate the passing of Eido Tai Shimano Roshi, founding abbot of Dai Bosatsu […]
$150.00 – $175.00
NYZ: Temple Closed
New York Zendo Shobo-ji is closed today. Please check the calendar for schedule modifications.
Sunday, February 16, 2025
No events on this day.
Monday, February 17, 2025
No events on this day.
Tuesday, February 18, 2025
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February 18, 2025 -Online: Morning Zazen
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February 18, 2025 -NYZ: Zazen and Tai Chi
Online: Morning Zazen
Join us online for zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. The Zoom meeting room will open at approximately 6:30 a.m. Short morning service begins at 6:45 a.m. Zazen begins at 7 a.m. and continues until 7:40 a.m. We will use our sutra book. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to […]
NYZ: Zazen and Tai Chi
On Tuesday evenings, New York Zendo is open for zazen and tai chi from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 pm. This program includes 40 minutes of zazen followed by a tai chi class on the second floor. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please do not […]
Wednesday, February 19, 2025
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February 19, 2025 -NYZ: Morning Zazen
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February 19, 2025 -Online: Morning Zazen
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February 19, 2025 -NYZ: Evening Zazen
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February 19, 2025 -Online: Introduction to Zen Meditation
NYZ: Morning Zazen
New York Zendo is open for morning zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please do not wear scented cosmetics, and set any electronic device to silent mode. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Refer to Zendo Etiquette for […]
Online: Morning Zazen
Join us online for zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. The Zoom meeting room will open at approximately 6:30 a.m. Short morning service begins at 6:45 a.m. Zazen begins at 7 a.m. and continues until 7:40 a.m. We will use our sutra book. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to […]
NYZ: Evening Zazen
On Wednesday evenings, New York Zendo is open for zazen from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. Doors open at 6:30 pm. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please do not wear scented cosmetics, and set any electronic device to silent mode. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Refer to Zendo Etiquette for […]
Online: Introduction to Zen Meditation
Join us on Zoom every Wednesday evening for Introduction to Zen Meditation. We begin with instruction on meditation posture and technique, followed by a brief period of guided meditation and an opportunity for questions. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please set any electronic device to silent mode and wear […]
Thursday, February 20, 2025
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February 20, 2025 -NYZ: Morning Zazen
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February 20, 2025 -Online: Morning Zazen
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February 20, 2025 -NYZ: Introduction to Zen Meditation
NYZ: Morning Zazen
New York Zendo is open for morning zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. Doors open at 6:30 a.m. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to our practice. Please do not wear scented cosmetics, and set any electronic device to silent mode. Wear comfortable, loose-fitting clothing. Refer to Zendo Etiquette for […]
Online: Morning Zazen
Join us online for zazen Monday through Thursday from 6:45 to 7:45 a.m. The Zoom meeting room will open at approximately 6:30 a.m. Short morning service begins at 6:45 a.m. Zazen begins at 7 a.m. and continues until 7:40 a.m. We will use our sutra book. A quiet atmosphere with minimal distractions is essential to […]
NYZ: Introduction to Zen Meditation
If you are new to Rinzai Zen Buddhism, New York Zendo Shobo-ji offers city dwellers the opportunity to experience traditional Zen practice and find an oasis of deep stillness in the heart of Manhattan. Every Thursday evening, the Introduction to Zen Meditation class covers the basics of zazen (seated meditation): posture, breathing, and concentration. Beginners […]
$10.00
Friday, February 21, 2025
No events on this day.
Saturday, February 22, 2025
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February 22, 2025 -NYZ: Open AA 11th Step Meeting
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February 22, 2025 -NYZ: Seiza Quiet-sitting & Dharma Talk on Shin Buddhism
NYZ: Open AA 11th Step Meeting
We welcome you to “Acceptance,” an open AA 11th Step meditation meeting at New York Zendo. Doors open at 10:30 a.m. Meditation begins promptly at 11 a.m. and lasts 30 minutes. If this is your first time attending this meeting, please arrive early to receive a short orientation. Both cushions and chairs are provided. Please […]
NYZ: Seiza Quiet-sitting & Dharma Talk on Shin Buddhism
Join us for seiza meditation at New York Zendo Shobo-ji, led by Miki Nakura. Seiza (quiet sitting) was established in Japan more than 110 years ago by Okada Torajiro Sensei. […]
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