July, 2011

Zen and poetry

Zen and poetry

07.22.2011  |  No Comments ››

Art and religion have always been close companions. My own Zen lineage comes through Japan where Zen and art seem nearly inseparable. I’m personally interested in the relationship between art and religion because ... Continue Reading »

Saturday morning zazen and talk: 7-23-11

Saturday morning zazen and talk: 7-23-11

07.21.2011  |  Comments Off

Big Pond Zen will meet as usual on Saturday morning, 7/23. Rev. Soshin Bruce Jewell will lead the sitting and discussion. Continue Reading »

The Zen of choosing brownies

The Zen of choosing brownies

07.10.2011  |  1 Comment ››

Some classical Zen literature looks at first blush like highly idealized, unrealistic, or even preposterous teaching for life in a complex world. One example is “Faith in Mind,” a long poem attributed to ... Continue Reading »

Saturday morning zazen and talk: 7/9/11

Saturday morning zazen and talk: 7/9/11

07.07.2011  |  Comments Off

Fresno Big Pond Zen group will be meeting as usual at the UU Church of Fresno in room 7 from 9-11 a.m. Continue Reading »