How is Cosmopolitan Zen different then Rinzai or Soto? What are the guiding principles from which we orient our Zen practice at Shining Bright Lotus Meditation Society? This one-hour introduction offers an overview to the principles and practices of Cosmopolitan Zen.

Ming Po will introduce the foundational principles and experiential methods of precepts practice in an accessible and interactive format.

Curious about Zen, meditation, or Shining Bright Lotus Meditation Society? This one-hour introduction offers a simple, down-to-earth entry into our practice and community. We’ll cover the basics of Zen, including the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, the Three Marks of Existence, and Mondo Zen Facilitation. Led by Engo Michael Jackson

Designed for both beginners and experienced practitioners curious about this unique emotional koan path, this class introduces the principles and experiential methods of Mondo Zen Facilitation in an accessible and interactive format. Led by Ekai Joel Kreisberg.

Ming Po will introduce the foundational principles and experiential methods of Mondo Zen Facilitation in an accessible and interactive format.

In this class, we will explore together what helps us in our meditation practice. We will begin with simple movement and then sit in meditation, followed by time for reflection, questions, and sharing about what works for each of us.