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Since 1949, the Zen Buddhist Temple of Chicago has helped people work to realize their inherent wisdom and compassion through Zen meditation and Dharma teachings. We rely exclusively on your generosity to continue. If your circumstances permit, please donate. We have also recently enrolled in a program with Amazon wherein a portion of your purchase will be donated to us - Amazon Smile -
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Our services at the Zen Buddhist Temple of Chicago are open to all. Newcomers and beginners are always welcome. Instruction in Zen meditation is offered at each service. Please join us for one of our regular Meditation Services.
Zazen services are held three times weekly:
We are located at 608 Dempster St in Evanston, IL.
The Zen Buddhist Temple of Chicago is a Soto Zen Temple dedicated to helping practitioners realize their true nature through Zazen, seated meditation.
Zen Buddhists hold that all living beings are pure Buddha nature that seems to be obscured by the workings of the discursive mind, fueled by the pressures of modern life. Through daily practice of seated meditation, we allow the discursive mind to settle, and let this true nature be expressed in our daily life.
Buddhism is non-theistic. The historical Buddha is not worshipped as a deity, but rather serves as an example of the realization that is expressed through our Zazen practice. Practitioners of other faiths may cultivate themselves through Zazen, supplementing their existing spiritual practice.
While we welcome newcomers to each of our regular services, once a month we offer an "Introduction to Zen Meditation" class for those who prefer a more structured introduction to our practice. All are welcome. Space is limited - Reservations are recommended.
While we welcome newcomers to each of our regular services, once a month we offer an "Introduction to Zen Meditation" class for those who prefer a more structured introduction to our practice. All are welcome. Space is limited - Reservations are recommended.
Please join us for an end of year Zen sesshin in Schaumburg, IL. Sesshin is an excellent opportunity to extend your Zen practice. At this time of the year it is also a beneficial way to see the old year out and the New Year in.
Meals and a sleeping space are provided - please bring a sleeping bag/bed roll. A donation of $100 is suggested for the entire retreat [pro rated].
Please join us for a 1 day Zen meditation retreat in Evanston. All are welcome. Suggested donation is $50.00 for the entire day. For more information:
The standard schedule for a one-day sesshin is as follows [Evanston]:
While we welcome newcomers to all of our regular Zen Meditation services, once every month [typically the 3rd Sunday] we offer an "Introduction to Zen Meditation Workshop" for those who prefer a more structured introduction to our meditation practice. Zen Meditation Practice permits an understanding and realization of the deeper and more subtle aspects of our lives and points toward a compassionate and more confident way of living.
Please join us for a 1 day Zen meditation retreat in Evanston. All are welcome. Suggested donation is $50.00 for the entire day. For more information:
The standard schedule for a one-day sesshin is as follows [Evanston]: