Note on Basic Oryoki Ceremony Structure

[Jundo]

Also during these ceremonies (specifically in person or on our retreats) I will not have to compromise my vegan diet will I? That would be the only reason I would be hesitant to participate in this practice. (Sorry if the question is stupid)

Gassho
James
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Actually, quite otherwise. Traditional Buddhist monastic cooking is vegetarian.

Gassho, J

[Meishin]

For consideration when information is being assembled.

In looking at options there seem to be two choices: very expensive and not-so-expensive. Having tried the not-so-expensive, I returned it because the materials were flimsy. So I followed directions and made my own set. That worked fine except for the sponge part. The material in the sponge added a really noxious taste. Any options for the spatula?

Gassho
Meishin
sat today

[Mp]

For consideration when information is being assembled.

In looking at options there seem to be two choices: very expensive and not-so-expensive. Having tried the not-so-expensive, I returned it because the materials were flimsy. So I followed directions and made my own set. That worked fine except for the sponge part. The material in the sponge added a really noxious taste. Any options for the spatula?

Gassho
Meishin
sat today

Meishin, have you every looked at a wooden waxing spatula? I know it sounds weird, but it is just the right side and shape, plus it is plain wood with no odour or taste. =)

https://www.google.ca/search?q=Large+Wooden+Waxing+Spatula&es_sm=91&source=lnms&tbm=isch&sa=X&ei=bZSWVaXKGZfUoASrl4iQAw&ved=0CAcQ_AUoAQ&biw=1440&bih=802#imgrc=_

Also, if you are handy with wood, you can always make one as well. =)

Also during these ceremonies (specifically in person or on our retreats) I will not have to compromise my vegan diet will I? That would be the only reason I would be hesitant to participate in this practice. (Sorry if the question is stupid)

Gassho
James
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I too am a vegan James and every retreat that I have attended it vegetarian. Also, from my experience, they are very supportive if you have any food allergies as well. =)

Gassho
Shingen

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[Meishin]

Thanks Shingen

Gassho
Meishin
sat today

[Tai Shi]

I'm looking forward to assembling the necessary utensils. And I'm looking even more to these ceremonies and instruction.

Elgwyn
sat today
Gassho

[Sekishi]

Hi everyone,

My deepest apologies for not posting here earlier - I am not so mindful sometimes!

So I talked it over with Jundo last month, and we decided to start the Oryoki circle in the early spring, after Ango and Jukai (maybe aim to start around February 1). If anyone has any feedback, let me know here (or drop me a PM).

And thank you Shoka for jolting me back awake on this topic! ;-)

Gassho,
Sekishi

[Mp]

Hi everyone,

My deepest apologies for not posting here earlier - I am not so mindful sometimes!

So I talked it over with Jundo last month, and we decided to start the Oryoki circle in the early spring, after Ango and Jukai (maybe aim to start around February 1). If anyone has any feedback, let me know here (or drop me a PM).

And thank you Shoka for jolting me back awake on this topic! ;-)

Gassho,
Sekishi

This sounds wonderful Sekishi, thank you for taking care and being on top of it for us all. =)

Gassho
Shingen

#justsat

[Tai Shi]

I have decided not to go through with Jukai this year. Just not the right time yet.

Elgwyn
sat today
Gassho

[Mp]

I have decided not to go through with Jukai this year. Just not the right time yet.

Elgwyn
sat today
Gassho

Not a problem Elgwyn ... when the time is right, it is right. We can still live each moment of each day kind and gentle. =)

Gassho
Shingen

#sattoday

[Ongen]

Thank you Sekishi!
Ongen

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[Washin]

Thank you Sekishi,

I would like to participate in the Oryoki circle too. By the time it starts I hope my set of bowls will be delivered.
If not I will proceed with what I have here..(as Jundo suggests "it is perfectly find to make a set from bowls and ordinary
items already in your home and kitchen. No need for fancy-shmancy. ")

Gassho,
Sergey

sat2day

[Shoka]

And thank you Shoka for jolting me back awake on this topic! ;-)

Sekishi,

Happy to help! Also count me in for spring!

Gassho,

Shoka
sattoday

[Tai Shi]

With Jundo's reassurance I have decided to go ahead with Jukai, and please see my questions and comments on another page for I am 64 and the time is right. I am committed to Zen (Soto) and Treeleaf. I am at the beginning of the best times of my life.

Elgwyn
sat today
Gassho

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[Washin]

we decided to start the Oryoki circle in the early spring, after Ango and Jukai (maybe aim to start around February 1)

Hi all,
Would like to know if this will still be held in view of the recent changes within the Sangha.
Thank you.

Gassho
Washin
sat-today

[Shugen]

Hello Washin,

Sorry, let me look in to this and I'll post when I get more information.

Gassho,

Shugen

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