In Buddhism, giving, or generosity, is called dana, a Sanskrit term that probably has many […]
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Thoughts From Our Abbot: Sensei Michael Elliston
Dharma Bytes blog posts are essays written by the Silent Thunder Order’s guiding teacher; Zenkai Taiun Michael Elliston, Roshi. These posts are updated regularly and include a wide range of topics related to Zen Buddhism, politics, and society. For blog posts written by other Silent Thunder Order disciples and priests check out Dharma Bits: Community Blog.
This month’s one-day retreat (J. zazenkai) was held Saturday the 20th from 9 to 3 as usual; […]
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