Fukanzazengi, Universal Principles Of Zen Meditation -1

This is the first in a series of six talks which provides an in-depth immersion into the Soto Zen practice of shikantaza, or just sitting with attention to the theory and doctrine behind the practice. The talks are based on a close reading and analysis of Fukanzazengi, “Universal Principles of Zen Meditation,” written in 1227 by Eihei Dogen, the founder of the Soto Zen school in Japan. In this way we can view the actual meditation practice as a lived expression of core Zen Buddhist teachings.

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Thank you for this introduction - clearly explained. I look forward to listening to the ‘follow on’ talks.

Thank you Seiso. Always so interesting to listen to and such helpful insights into practice. 🙏

Informative even for a long time practitioner … Dogen is endlessly fascinating.

Thank you for a beautiful introduction to a very important text. 🙏

As always, I'm most appreciative for your clear and helpful understanding, descriptions, instructions for zazen and dharma. I began with the practices of the Tibetan Shambhala lineage in 2003. But in the most recent 2 years I am finding zazen, through your instruction, a simpler and more clear form of practice. I thank you, and hope you will continue to publish your helpful instructions and discourse on various subjects in the Soto Zen tradition.