Essential Questioning – Unlocking the Zen Koan
About this Class
This online morning retreat will focus on the practice of koan in the Zen tradition. Suitable for newcomers and experienced practitioners alike, we will explore how to approach and unlock deeper realization through the art of essential questioning. Our morning retreat will include time for meditation, two dharma talks, and group discussion.
Description
The Zen koan is a powerful tool for unlocking a deeper realization of our original nature. Timeless human questions such as “Who am I?” and “What is this?” help interrupt discursive thinking and gather our energy into focused inquiry. Through sincere, essential questioning, we can untangle confusion and come into a closer, more intimate contact with our true nature.
Schedule
9:30AM – Welcome and Introductions
9:35AM – Meditation with Guidance
10:00AM – Dharma Talk with Q&A
10:45AM – Zen Meditation
11:10AM – Stretch break
11:15AM – Dharma Talk with Q&A
12:00PM – Metta Chant and Closing
Cost
The class is being offered for $35. For LBM Sustaining Members, we are offering the class at a discounted rate of $25.
How to Join the Retreat
Please see Long Beach Meditation’s event page to register.