I encourage looking at these threads, topics and posts from recent days ...
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We also have our various 90 minute Treeleaf Zazenkai from recent weeks .... such as this on Goin' Solo (LINK) and YOU are all things come alive (LINK)
Our community celebrates the Dharma Transmission of Kūdō Shinshi, our priest and friend.
Many of our members suffer headaches or other illnesses ... so sometimes we practice "moaning and miserable" Zazen ... (LINK)
Our member, Hoshuku, has posted recently about a course he is taking on Japanese Buddhist history ... here is on Pureland Buddhism (LINK) and Tendai (LINK) in Japan ... and Hoshuku's visit to the beautiful D.T. Suzuki memorial in Japan ... (LINK)
Translator Red Pine (Bill Porter) has a little film revisiting some Buddhist and Daoist hermits in China ... (but I insist that the "True Hermitage" is in our hearts!
) ... (LINK)
Metta to those in the Nepal flood, or anywhere in the world in nature's path ... For those who might wish to donate, a few suggestions ... (LINK)
The mystery and hassle of the tassel on Buddhist prayer beads ... and why they are not so important in Soto Zen practice ... (LINK)
Sorry, I am not big on Reiki and other "energy healing"... although there may be real psychological benefits ... (LINK)
Mixing Shikantaza and Vajranyana Buddhism (or any other path really)? ... Yes, possible, but with some care ... (LINK)
A comment on the "Zen of Performing" by our member, and vocalist, Shosho ... (LINK)
We welcome Rev. Shujin as Treeleaf's new treasurer. Even though we are a small place, somebody trustworthy should watch our funds ... (LINK)
Some chuckles on "spirituality" these days ... Church of the Spiritual, Not Religious ... (LINK)
Ryaku Fusatsu, Precept recommitment, is held each month ... but really can be undertaken any time ... (LINK)
Lots of delicious cooking in our "Zen Cooking" group ... (LINK)
Our "All Welcome" Tea Houses meet from time to time ... a good time to catch up or make new friends ... (LINK)
The published sent my book cover (but the book will not come out until JULY!!!
) ... (LINK)
Try your hand at some Zen poetry fun, even for non-poets! ... "Less Is More" Dharma & Poetry Discussion ... (LINK)
And DON'T FORGET! ... the experiment continues, and we need you! ...
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REQUEST - SatToday & Lend-A-Hand: Please LAH and SAT before CHAT! (LINK)
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I am so glad if this place and the practice are benefiting you. If so, you might consider a DONATION to Treeleaf at this LINK, although there is absolutely no need or requirement to do so. Thank you.
A Re-MINDer on SIMPLICITY:
In a Zen Monastery, SILENCE or A FEW WISE WORDS are cherished over MANY WORDS. Thus, I advise folks to restrain the need to speak unless the heart truly calls. If you find yourself posting many times each day, maybe consider what truly needs to be said ... and when it is best just to answer with silence and an inner Gassho.
SILENCE OR A FEW HESITANT WORDS OF FRIENDSHIP AND SUPPORT OFTEN SPEAK MOST PROFOUNDLY. Post when it is truly important to you and needs to be spoken from the warm heart.
(BUT too much silence or shyness can also be excessive ... so take the Middle Way!)
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* * *
As well, to those who may get lost among the many threads and conversations in our Forum, please think of a monastery made of wood or brick, with 100 monks holding 10,000 conversations in the hallways, kitchen, Abbot's rooms and library (I assume no chatting in the Zendo where people sit Zazen).
Would you need or want to hear or join in all or most conversations? Of course not! You would, at best, pick and choose the conversations relevant and helpful to you.
So here too in our Sangha, NO NEED TO READ EVERY CONVERSATION: Try to note the ones that seem helpful to your Practice or interests, leave the rest. The above threads are a few suggestions.
Gassho, Jundo
SatTodayLAH
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REMINDER - Our Jukai and Ango Season (Link) begins THIS WEEKEND with our monthly, 3-hour TREELEAF ZAZENKAI ... (LINK TO BE HERE)!
We also have our various 90 minute Treeleaf Zazenkai from recent weeks .... such as this on Goin' Solo (LINK) and YOU are all things come alive (LINK)
Our community celebrates the Dharma Transmission of Kūdō Shinshi, our priest and friend.
Many of our members suffer headaches or other illnesses ... so sometimes we practice "moaning and miserable" Zazen ... (LINK)
Our member, Hoshuku, has posted recently about a course he is taking on Japanese Buddhist history ... here is on Pureland Buddhism (LINK) and Tendai (LINK) in Japan ... and Hoshuku's visit to the beautiful D.T. Suzuki memorial in Japan ... (LINK)
Translator Red Pine (Bill Porter) has a little film revisiting some Buddhist and Daoist hermits in China ... (but I insist that the "True Hermitage" is in our hearts!
) ... (LINK)Metta to those in the Nepal flood, or anywhere in the world in nature's path ... For those who might wish to donate, a few suggestions ... (LINK)
The mystery and hassle of the tassel on Buddhist prayer beads ... and why they are not so important in Soto Zen practice ... (LINK)
Sorry, I am not big on Reiki and other "energy healing"... although there may be real psychological benefits ... (LINK)
Mixing Shikantaza and Vajranyana Buddhism (or any other path really)? ... Yes, possible, but with some care ... (LINK)
A comment on the "Zen of Performing" by our member, and vocalist, Shosho ... (LINK)
We welcome Rev. Shujin as Treeleaf's new treasurer. Even though we are a small place, somebody trustworthy should watch our funds ... (LINK)
Some chuckles on "spirituality" these days ... Church of the Spiritual, Not Religious ... (LINK)
Ryaku Fusatsu, Precept recommitment, is held each month ... but really can be undertaken any time ... (LINK)
Lots of delicious cooking in our "Zen Cooking" group ... (LINK)
Our "All Welcome" Tea Houses meet from time to time ... a good time to catch up or make new friends ... (LINK)
The published sent my book cover (but the book will not come out until JULY!!!
) ... (LINK)Try your hand at some Zen poetry fun, even for non-poets! ... "Less Is More" Dharma & Poetry Discussion ... (LINK)
And DON'T FORGET! ... the experiment continues, and we need you! ...
/
REQUEST - SatToday & Lend-A-Hand: Please LAH and SAT before CHAT! (LINK)
.
. image.png
I am so glad if this place and the practice are benefiting you. If so, you might consider a DONATION to Treeleaf at this LINK, although there is absolutely no need or requirement to do so. Thank you.
A Re-MINDer on SIMPLICITY:
In a Zen Monastery, SILENCE or A FEW WISE WORDS are cherished over MANY WORDS. Thus, I advise folks to restrain the need to speak unless the heart truly calls. If you find yourself posting many times each day, maybe consider what truly needs to be said ... and when it is best just to answer with silence and an inner Gassho.
SILENCE OR A FEW HESITANT WORDS OF FRIENDSHIP AND SUPPORT OFTEN SPEAK MOST PROFOUNDLY. Post when it is truly important to you and needs to be spoken from the warm heart.
(BUT too much silence or shyness can also be excessive ... so take the Middle Way!)
.
* * *
As well, to those who may get lost among the many threads and conversations in our Forum, please think of a monastery made of wood or brick, with 100 monks holding 10,000 conversations in the hallways, kitchen, Abbot's rooms and library (I assume no chatting in the Zendo where people sit Zazen).
Would you need or want to hear or join in all or most conversations? Of course not! You would, at best, pick and choose the conversations relevant and helpful to you.
So here too in our Sangha, NO NEED TO READ EVERY CONVERSATION: Try to note the ones that seem helpful to your Practice or interests, leave the rest. The above threads are a few suggestions.
Gassho, Jundo
SatTodayLAH