Investigating Zen Practice: a one-day workshop

With Darah Shonin Ashton

February 1, 2025

Date and Time Details: 9:00am to 4:00pm

Location Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple

Address: 6401 NE 10th Ave, Portland, OR 97211, USA

Prices
  • Maximum $35.00 – By donation; $35 suggested - no one turned away for lack of funds
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Experience an Introduction to Zen Practice through the Ten Directions.

This one-day in-person workshop at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple is for beginners or those who want to dive deeper into Zen practice.

Learn how to practice using ancient methods that are applicable in today’s world:

  1. Meditation and sitting with stability
  2. Mindfulness practice off the cushion
  3. Chanting
  4. Mindful eating
  5. Work practice
  6. Stillness
  7. Walking meditation
  8. Koans
  9. Tradition and ritual
  10. Dharma teachings

Lunch is included. Your RSVP helps us know how much lunch to prepare.

About the Leader

Darah Shonin Ashton

Darah Shonin Ashton has practiced with the Zen Community of Oregon since 2009 and was made a Dharma holder in 2019.  She currently co-leads Thursday evening meditation at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple.  Since 2019 she has served as treasurer for ZCO.  Shonin recently retired from a 30 year chiropractic career and enjoys spending more […]

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