Beginner’s Place
Resources for those new to Zen practice or just new to Treeleaf
Zazen for Beginners: A Series of Talks
There are 22 talks in the series, discussing a variety of themes.
We all should maintain a fresh and open “Beginners Mind“, moment to moment, no matter how long we have been Practicing. However, these talks are meant for beginners in “Just Sitting” Shikantaza Zazen, as well as more experienced folks who are newcomers to Treeleaf Sangha. Shikantaza is our central Practice at Treeleaf.
Buddha Basics
Exploring basic Teachings of the Buddhist Way with Jundo Roshi (Click the titles for content):
Bodhisattva Basics
Dear Bodhisattvas!
Here is a series of video talks, reflecting on several of the famous “Greats” among the Bodhisattvas, Kannon, Maitreya, Manjusri, Jizo, Samantabhadra, Vimalakīrti and others, as well as the qualities of a Bodhisattva which can manifest in any of our words, thoughts and actions in life ..
A Zen Glossary
The following is a glossary of some very basic Zen terminology that might lead to head scratching, especially for new folks.
Suggested Books & Media on Zen Practice
The following is a recommended book list for any student of Zen buddhism. It covers a variety of works on Zen, life, “just sitting” Shikantaza Zazen, Master Dogen, and Buddhism in general.