06/02/2026
Exploring Wisdom and Compassion: Further Steps Along the Path of Zen
with Danica Shoan Ankele, Sensei and Gokan Bonebakker, Osho
July 10-12, 2026
Within the dharma, wisdom and compassion are sometimes spoken of as the two wings of a bird—we need both of them to fly. We can nurture these qualities in how we engage our life as a field of practice.
The Further Steps retreats are intermediate level retreats which can be taken more than once. They provide opportunities to experience more extended periods of silence and zazen, explore Zen training through teaching and discussion, and engage in face-to-face teaching.
During the morning, we will focus on zazen, looking at developing concentration, working with thoughts and emotions, and what it means to cultivate compassion as part of a meditative practice. In the afternoon, our focus will shift to how we can develop our practice off of the cushion.
This weekend retreat is for anyone taking their next step on the Path and is open to anyone who has visited the Monastery or Temple, including for Introductory Weekends, Dharma Gates and Sunday programs.
There are three Further Steps theme retreats offered throughout the year, each with a different focus, including The Study of the Self, Practice on the Path of Liberation, and Exploring Wisdom and Compassion.
Lean more and register here:
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