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Bodhi Oak Zen Sangha

Bodhi Oak Zen Sangha is a group of people who practice meditation together, and who endeavor to take the peaceful mind of meditation into all our activities, finding an inner refuge of stability in a troubled world.

Meaning of Bodhi

“Bodhi” means “awake” or “enlightened.” It is said that the Buddha attained enlightenment under a Ficus tree, ever after called “The Bodhi Tree.”  Here in Oakhurst, this valley of oaks, we can ourselves awaken through meditation and mindfulness.

Zen Meditation

Zen meditation is a spiritual practice of quieting the mind and awakening fully to life. Based in the centuries-old teaching of Siddhartha Gautama, the Buddha, the Awakened One, meditation practice can be an opening to a deeply ethical and fulfilled life.

Peaceful interior of Bodhi Oak

Beginners and experienced meditators are both welcome.

Peaceful interior of Bodhi Oak with Buddha

Donations are gratefully accepted, but are not required.

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