2024 Rohatsu Sesshin (I)

Zen Talks from the Windhorse Zen Community by Lawson Sachter

Jul 23, 202529:44Religion & Spirituality

In this teisho, Roshi Sunya Kjolhede reflects on the spiritual, cultural, and historical context of the Buddha's awakening, emphasizing its relevance to our present-day challenges. She calls us to renew their dedication...

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