This week, Roshi continued our exploration of Dogen’s Zuimonki. He reminded us that, unlike the more formal Shobogenzo, the Zuimonki consists largely of informal talks and conversations recorded by Dogen’s disciple, Ejo. Interestingly, Ejo first met Dogen as a fellow monk before eventually becoming his student and successor. This week we began Book Four, where…

This week, Roshi briefly reflected on the recent passing of the renowned Buddhist scholar Robert Thurman. Roshi first met Thurman approximately forty years ago at the First American Buddhist Conference. Although their paths crossed only occasionally over the decades that followed, Roshi held him in great respect and appreciation. Reflecting on Thurman’s life, Roshi noted…