Dear All,
Zen has no goals, yet we keep on striving for excellence! I am happy to report that, according to Tricycle magazine (see link below), a "Meditation Olympics" will be held in Sao Paolo, Brazil in April, 2027, and five teams will be sent, sponsored by the magazine, with the teams divided by continent. There will be a North American, South American, UK/Europe, Asia, and NZ/Australian team. 10 members will be selected for each for different events, and the magazine will provide airfare and hotels for the week of competition. It should be a wonderful happening, with Zen and other Buddhist folks from around the world!
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I would love to see some Treeleaf members try out for the various events, and maybe we can get one or two folks on the team!
There are 3 events in particular where I think we have a chance, with a little practice, but maybe more!
First, is "Speed Hannya Shingyo," or "Heart Sutra Sprints" ... a popular challenge in Japanese Buddhism, not so well known in the west ...
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There will also be team "synchronized sand garden sweeping." I have been told that the rules are not unlike "curling," so perhaps we have some members from northern places with experience?
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There will also be incense races, where teams will make, roll and burn their own sticks ... seeing who can "stick" it out the longest ...
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By the way, there are team uniforms, designed by famed monk/fashionista Masaki Sato ... image.pngBelow are his beautiful designs for some of the Asian entrants, "runway robes" that capture both the sexiness of our sects and tight abs of our Buddhist path, as well as ethnic identities both appropriate and appropriated ...
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Of course, the main event will be the meditation marathon ... who can sit and stay awake the longest ... and who can reach enlightenment the fastest ...
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The "Goal" is always right here ... but let's kick some ass and show what's we've got!
Other events for those with special talent ... one legged ball standing ... image.png
... 100 Metre Floor Washing ... image.png
"Free Style" Juzu Twirling ... Team Oryoki ... image.png...
... Full Contact "To the Death" Drum Fights (MMA rules) ...
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... plus Lotus Posture races (always neck and neck between TM-ers and various Himalayan yogis) ...
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... and high speed prostrations (the Tibetans are the defending champs, but the Koreans are strong here) ...
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There is nothing to attain ... but a Medal would look great on our Treeleaf Altar. So, let me know if you are interested.
Here is a video of last time ...
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The next competition will be held APRIL 1st, 2027 ... ONE YEAR FROM TODAY ... and you's be a FOOL not to try!
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Gassho, Jundo
stlah
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