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Join us for Soto Zen Buddhist practice in Bloomington, Indiana.
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We practice Buddhism within the Soto Zen tradition that comes to us from Japan, following the particular style of our immediate three ancestors: Kodo Sawaki, Kosho Uchiyama and Shohaku Okumura.
Some of us are lay practitioners and some are ordained clergy, but we all engage in the same practices and walk the Buddha Way together. Everyone, whether beginner or experienced practitioner, is welcome. |
Several of the links throughout this website will connect you to our companion-site, Sanshin Source: a multimedia library of resources and in-depth information organized around our practice vision. Check back regularly for new content.
Our practice
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Our main activities are zazen, sitting quietly and letting go of thinking; working together on food, clothing and shelter according to Buddha's teachings, and on developing wise and compassionate leadership; studying the teachings of the Buddha and the ancestors of our lineage; and engaging in ritual that brings our community together across space and time. We do all this in the context of our six practice guidelines and support each other in carrying forward this concentrated experience of interconnectedness throughout our everyday activities and communities.
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Our practice theme this year
Throughout this year, we're undertaking an exploration we've named Tangible Thusness, a deep investigation of the teachings of nyoho: things done or made according to the dharma. LEARN MORE |
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Our 2025 End of Year Appeal is underway. We invite everyone's support, as you are able, in maintaining the integrity of our temple and continuous practice. Thank you for your participation!
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