The Basics of the Hua T’ou Method
This is an ancient method used in Chan practice. It is a question asked over and over again […]
Category: Essays
Basics of Nienfo Chan/Nembutsu Zen & Traceless Mind
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One of dear masters has given us a strong and clear introdutcion to a wonderful practice that can be done by anyone and in all situations. What a boon!
Announcement: Welcome Our Two New Novice Priests
The Order of Hsu Yun and Dharma Winds Zen Sangha / Zen Order of HsuYun are delighted to announce the ordination of ShenHai and ShenYin, Deep Ocean and Profound Seal. They have received Novice Chan / Zen Priest Ordination in the Linji / Yunmen Z in Lineage of the Zen Buddhist Order of Hsu Yun, ZBOHY-ZATMA.
Welcome Back to Zen
Our late Ming Zhen calls out to the busy among us to come back to Zen as she cautions us with Newton’s third law….for every action there is an equal and opposite reaction. It is sobering to realize this law applies to our daily life, especially in speech. But in all actions we are subject to the reaction of our actions….to what degree? Equal and opposite.
NEW! NEW! NEW! Watch a Short, Short….Read a Short, Short
NEW! NEW! NEW!
Watch a short, short video and read a short essay to help you in your practice.
Get Out! Get Out!
Get Out! Get Out! by Fashi Lao Yue is a continuation of looking at karma yoga and what it means for the Zen adept. In this short essay there is a clarification of a teacher’s message, Get Out! Get Out! which is strong medicine….strong clarifying medicine indeed!!!!
FREE E-BOOK: Work, Karma Yoga by Ming Zhen Shakya
The Zen Buddhist Order of Hsu Yun will now begin to offer FREE E-Books. This e-book, WORK: Karma Yoga is a must read and it was written by our dear master, Ming Zhen Shakya. In offering this E-Book, we hope that it is beneficial to your spiritual path.
Concentration: One of Three Powers in Karma Yoga by Fashi Lao Yue
When we know that all bondage is in the mind and all freedom is in the mind we aare able to harness our mind in such a way that we can use our power of concentration. Fashi Lao Yue
Theophagy: The Communion Ritual by Ming Zen Shakya
Because they regard themselves as intellectuals who cannot countenance things unscientific, atheists mock rituals they do not understand. In Theophagy: The Communion Ritual, our dear late teacher, Ming Zhen Shakya examines this religious practice.
Ask a Master: What is a Zen Retreat?
Ask a Master: What is a Zen Retreat? If you are thinking about attending a Zen retreat, Fashi Yao XIn Shakya offers some advice on how to approach the retreat. It’s all about vow.
Work: Karma Yoga by Ming Zhen Shakya Remixed
This is a MUST read for any devoted spiritual seeker. It touches on the action and actions of Zen that is practical and potent. Hope you take the time to read it.
Ask a Master? What is Chan Liturgy — The Simple Way is Our Way
If you are struggling with daily practice, this essay will help you sort out the basics with some helpful, simple tips on Chan liturgy.