Takkesa Ge: the Kesa sutra

Takkesa Ge: the Kesa sutra

Also called the Kesa sutra, the Takkesa Ge is sung as a sign of veneration for the kesa, the Buddha's robe. Before putting on the kesa, we place it above us, on our head, silently reciting the Takkesa Ge three times.

Sutras of zen budhhism: morning ceremony

Sutras of Zen Buddhism

Mahayana Buddhism spawned numerous sutras. Some are especially alive because they are still recited every morning after zazen - in all dojos.


Sesshin con la Maestra Barbara Kosen en el European Zen Center

Sesshin in Amsterdam with Master Barbara Kosen

One and a half days of intensive practice of zazen on November the 23th and 24th at the European Zen Center. This sesshin will be led by zen Master Barbara Kosen, visiting our dojo for the second time. Inscriptions & info: www.zen-deshimaru.nl









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