Project «Seeds of Peace – Meditation and Coexistence in Penitentiary Centers»

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The Soto Zen Camino Medio Community (CSZCM) has presented the project "Seeds of Peace - Meditation and Coexistence in Penitentiary Centers" to the call for subsidies 2025 from the Pluralism and Coexistence Foundation, of the Ministry of the Presidency, Justice and Relations with the Courts. The purpose of this call is to support initiatives that promote coexistence, … Read more

The shared power of group meditation

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Meditating in a group is one of the most direct ways to experience the interconnection between all beings.. In the practice of Soto Zen Buddhism, zazen is not just an individual practice, It is a living expression of our common unity. Practicing with other people reinforces perseverance and helps us enter more easily … Read more

Gaslighting espiritual

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When the light of conscience turns against itself The term gaslighting comes from an ancient play in which a man manipulated his wife to make her doubt her own perception of reality.. Since then, The word has become popular and is used to describe a form … Read more

Ketsumyaku, buddha bloodline

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In our tradition, during the bodhisattva ceremony the ketsumyaku is given, whose translation could literally be "flow of blood". Beyond its literal meaning, For our community it represents the living transmission of the Dharma, the spiritual continuity that links our current practice with that of Shakyamuni Buddha more than twenty-five centuries ago. El ketsumyaku … Read more

Introduction to Meditation in Murcia

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Date and Time:Domingo, 26 October 20259:30 a 13:00 hours Mode: In-person Location:The Zen Association of Murcia is located on Calle de la Gloria, 59. Importance:Helena Garcia, disciple of Daizan Soriano Contribution: 15 € Contact Information: Telephone: 609 137 679 Mail: Asociaciónzenmurcia@gmail.com Description of the Activity: This introduction to Zen meditation is designed to … Read more

Teaching on unconditional trust.

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We put at your disposal the recording of the talk offered yesterday, 5 October 2025, Within the activities of the urban retirement that took place in the Dojo Zen in Murcia. It was a simple and close encounter, in which we share the practice and explore how to bring the experience of Zen to life … Read more

The CSZCM is incorporated into the UBE-FEBE

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The Soto Zen Camino Medio Community (CSZCM) announces with great joy its admission as a full traditional member of the Buddhist Union of Spain – Federation of Buddhist Entities of Spain (Be Febe), The entity that groups and represents the different Buddhist communities and traditions present in the Spanish State. This recognition marks a … Read more

Mushotoku, practice without expecting anything

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In Buddhism Soto Zen we recite every day the sutra of great wisdom, donde mushotoku, practice without looking for anything in return, It is a central term. But, How to do something without expecting anything in return? When we sit in zazen, We do not pursue special states or accumulate merits. It's not about reaching a prize … Read more

The spine and the road: Antonio Machado and the teaching of Zen Buddhism

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I'm dreaming roads, I'm dreaming of the afternoon. The Colinadoradas, The green pines,The dusty holm oaks!... where will the way go?I'm singing, traveler along the path...-the afternoon is falling-.«In my heart I had«the thorn of a passion;«I managed to tear it out one day:"I don't feel the heart anymore". And the whole field stays for a moment, mute and gloomy,meditating. Sounds … Read more

Urban Retirement in Murcia

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Urban Retirement in Murcia Date: domingo 5 October 2025: Of 9:00 a 20:00 H.LUGAR: Zen Association of Murcia and Online we invite you to participate in our urban retreats, a unique opportunity to stop in the middle of the daily hustle and reconnect with our authentic original nature. During this intensive journey, We will explore the art of … Read more

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