February 4-5th, 2017 - Our SPECIAL "NEHAN-E" 4-hour ZAZENKAI!

[Hoko]

Sat this one with all sentient beings alive or dead.
I'm going to look a little more into Obon to learn about it.
I am married to a gal who's family hails from Mexico and the Dia de los Muertes (Day of the Dead) is a big deal down there.
It's a little Mardi Gras mixed with a little Halloween but it's all about remembering the ones we love who have died.
Wondering if there are any parallels; there are many celebrations that honor the deceased across many different cultures.
Anyway, it's important to acknowledge who came before us and offer gratitude for the opportunities they have provided us.
As seen on gravestones: Sum quod eris, fui quod sis.
"I am what you will be; I was what you are."

Gassho,
Hoko
#SatToday

[Hotetsu]

Wonderful ceremony! I sat this for my best friend who passed away last year around this time.

For all the wonderful memories that resurfaced, I thank you.

Gassho,
Hotetsu

SatToday

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[Kotei]

Thank you all.

Gassho,
Kotei sattoday.

[Gokai]

Thank you Jundo, Kyonin and everyone. I Sat with all of You here and with all ancestors and loved ones. I am very grateful for that.
Peace for everyone.
Gassho, Gokai
SatToday

[Onkai]

Finally sat with this zazenkai. Thank you, Jundo, Kyonin and everybody else.

Gassho,
Onkai
SatToday

[Tai Shi]

I have listened to the Dharma Cast and very much wanted to participate,and I have seem so many friends there. Other people I do not recognize--so I'll give it a go tonight--I will tell you that for me it is the passing of my step-mom, and especially my mother!

Tai Shi
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Gassho