SO WK 5874 - Awakening to the Heart of Zen

This course offers a practical introduction to Zazen, the heart of Zen-Buddhist training. Various meditation methods from the Soto and Rinzai schools are presented. Looking directly into one's innate wisdom or Buddha nature and the compassionate manifestation of this wisdom in everyday life situations has been the focus of all authentic training throughout the history of Zen. This wisdom is universal and does not depend on any particular religious doctrine. It has been transmitted from Shakyamuni Buddha down to the present day through successive generations of Zen masters. **Course offered Fall only**