2024 FALL PRACTICE PERIOD

September 14 to December 15

This fall, our theme will be Prajnaparamita – Non-Dual Wisdom

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Shuso Hossen (Dharma Combat) for John Kyogen Rosania

Sunday, October 20 • 11:00 a.m.

John Kyogen Rosania's year as Head Trainee/Shuso will culminate in the ancient ceremony of Dharma Combat with the Sangha. The Shuso will present a case (koan) from the Book of Equanimity to the Sangha, offer brief comments, and then challenge the dragons and elephants (you!) to dharma combat, in which everyone is invited to test their understanding. This is an important rite of passage for the Shuso and Sangha, so please come support this practice effort. Everyone is invited to attend. Followed by group photo & celebratory lunch.

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