I am now accepting applications for Jukai, the ceremony at which one receives the Buddhist Precepts from one’s teacher. This cannot be undertaken lightly. A special bond between teacher and student is established, and a commitment to serious, dedicated and consistent practice is essential. Read more »
Several of you have inquired about Jukai, receiving the Buddhist precepts. I am now accepting applications. The deadline is December 31, 2019. Jukai will be held on the last day of Nyogen Senzaki Sesshin at Dai Bosatsu Zendo (DBZ) May 2-7. Read more »
I am now accepting applications for Jukai, the ceremony at which one is given the Buddhist precepts by one’s teacher. The deadline is December 21, 2018. Jukai will be held on the last day of Nyogen Senzaki Sesshin at Dai Bosatsu Zendo (DBZ) May 4-10. Read more »
Sogen Yamakawa Roshi once spoke about the terms daihi and daiji: to take away others' pain and to bring others happiness. When we live by daihi and daiji, we are no longer being held hostage by the idea of a separate self. This is the true meaning of taking the transformative step of Jukai. Read more »
