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    Norman Fischer Will Speak About his New Book, Sailing Home

    Published July 3rd, 2008

    Next Wednesday, July 9th, Senior Zen Buddhist Priest, dharma teacher, and poet, Zoketsu Norman Fischer, will be speaking on his new book, Sailing Home: Using the Wisdom of Homer’s Odyssey to Navigate Life’s Perils and Pitfalls. The event will begin at 7:00 pm Wednesday evening at Brooklyn Zen Center. Due to the event, both zazen and […]

    Andy Ferguson on Bodhidharma and His Legacy

    Published May 19th, 2008

    Andy Ferguson will be giving a talk at the Village Zendo this Thursday evening, May 22, 2008 between 7:45 pm and 9:00 pm.
    Bodhidharma is a primary figure in the history of Buddhism and traditionally known as the First Ancestor in Zen. Informed by new information uncovered during his recent trips to China, Andy Ferguson […]

    The Dalai Lama Teaching in New York

    Published May 15th, 2008

    Sangha member, Monica Rose, sent me an email, reminding us that the Dalai Lama is speaking at Radio City Music Hall on July 17th. Tickets go on sale today. For those interested, you can find out more information and purchase tickets here. Following is information from the Radio City Music Hall site:
    His Holiness, The 14th […]

    Bow for a Harmonious and Peaceful World

    Published April 30th, 2008

    The following is from an email by Nick Gershberg of Kwan Um Zen Sangha that was forwarded to me by BZC sangha member, Claudia Vieira.
    On Sunday, May 4th at Union Square Park (14th st), the NY Buddhist community will be celebrating the 20th Annual Lotus Lantern Parade (itinerary below). I am writing both to inform […]