Path of Expression
Begins Sunday, September 22 Online
The Village Zendo’s Japanese name, Dotokuji, means True Expression Temple. Expression and expressive forms are central to Zen practice—they bridge the contemplative wisdom of zazen with its functioning in the world as responsive action.
This year’s Path class, The Path of Expression, is an exploration of two of the traditional Zen arts: poetry and flower arranging.
After last spring’s sessions, led by Senior Student Gessho, which focused on Zen poetry, we are continuing with an exploration in flower arranging.
Fusho Sensei will guide the group through the basics of Ikebana-influenced flower arranging for both the home altar and the home.
Participants in the Zen Flowers course will be given a list of required and suggested materials to be purchased independently at a modest cost (not included in program fee).
If you registered for both sessions in the spring, you are already registered for the fall session.
You will receive an email and Zoom invitation from the registrar, including the list of required materials, close to the start date: Sunday, September 22.
If you are not already registered and wish to join the fall session, please register below.
Part Two: Zen Flowers
Sundays, 1:30 pm – 4:00 pm
Online Only
September 22
October 20
November 17
December 15
Suggested fees:
Single section: $175 members, $200 nonmembers