Updated Dec. 6, 2017
On November 12th (Sun.)，SIED and Kyoto Management Study Group co-hosted “The World of ZEN” at Myoshin-ji temple.
As is the third annual event with the study group, we invited local and international students at Doshisha University as well as the members of the study group in the aim of intercultural exchange among the students and the professionals working in various fields.
The participants first practiced Zazen (sitting meditation). By being able to concentrate on inner selves in the serene space, they were able to get refreshed and notice something important whether about themselves or about the world around them.
After the zen meditation, a monk at the temple gave a sermon filled with everyday examples. It taught the participants lessons and practices easy to carry out in one’s daily life.
In the following group discussion, they talked about the essence of Zen practice, reasons behind its popularity in the world, how different values and perspectives affect the way we think about certain things, and so on.
Last but not least, the participants enjoyed a Buddhist cuisine called “shojin ryori” prepared by a specialty restaurant, “Ajiro.” In the Buddhist cuisine, each menu holds a religious meaning; the participants felt the significance of the zen practice and appreciation toward food with every bite.
In the short three hours, the participants were able to expand their world by sharing opinions and different perspectives in the world of Zen.
SIED strives to provide places for you to meet new people and experience various cultures. There are still many of our events coming up in the semester, and we hope to see you soon!
As is the third annual event with the study group, we invited local and international students at Doshisha University as well as the members of the study group in the aim of intercultural exchange among the students and the professionals working in various fields.
The participants first practiced Zazen (sitting meditation). By being able to concentrate on inner selves in the serene space, they were able to get refreshed and notice something important whether about themselves or about the world around them.
After the zen meditation, a monk at the temple gave a sermon filled with everyday examples. It taught the participants lessons and practices easy to carry out in one’s daily life.
In the following group discussion, they talked about the essence of Zen practice, reasons behind its popularity in the world, how different values and perspectives affect the way we think about certain things, and so on.
Last but not least, the participants enjoyed a Buddhist cuisine called “shojin ryori” prepared by a specialty restaurant, “Ajiro.” In the Buddhist cuisine, each menu holds a religious meaning; the participants felt the significance of the zen practice and appreciation toward food with every bite.
In the short three hours, the participants were able to expand their world by sharing opinions and different perspectives in the world of Zen.
SIED strives to provide places for you to meet new people and experience various cultures. There are still many of our events coming up in the semester, and we hope to see you soon!
On November 12th (Sun.)，SIED and Kyoto Management Study Group co-hosted “The World of ZEN” at Myoshin-ji temple.
As is the third annual event with the study group, we invited local and international students at Doshisha University as well as the members of the study group in the aim of intercultural exchange among the students and the professionals working in various fields.
The participants first practiced Zazen (sitting meditation). By being able to concentrate on inner selves in the serene space, they were able to get refreshed and notice something important whether about themselves or about the world around them.
After the zen meditation, a monk at the temple gave a sermon filled with everyday examples. It taught the participants lessons and practices easy to carry out in one’s daily life.
In the following group discussion, they talked about the essence of Zen practice, reasons behind its popularity in the world, how different values and perspectives affect the way we think about certain things, and so on.
Last but not least, the participants enjoyed a Buddhist cuisine called “shojin ryori” prepared by a specialty restaurant, “Ajiro.” In the Buddhist cuisine, each menu holds a religious meaning; the participants felt the significance of the zen practice and appreciation toward food with every bite.
In the short three hours, the participants were able to expand their world by sharing opinions and different perspectives in the world of Zen.
SIED strives to provide places for you to meet new people and experience various cultures. There are still many of our events coming up in the semester, and we hope to see you soon!
As is the third annual event with the study group, we invited local and international students at Doshisha University as well as the members of the study group in the aim of intercultural exchange among the students and the professionals working in various fields.
The participants first practiced Zazen (sitting meditation). By being able to concentrate on inner selves in the serene space, they were able to get refreshed and notice something important whether about themselves or about the world around them.
After the zen meditation, a monk at the temple gave a sermon filled with everyday examples. It taught the participants lessons and practices easy to carry out in one’s daily life.
In the following group discussion, they talked about the essence of Zen practice, reasons behind its popularity in the world, how different values and perspectives affect the way we think about certain things, and so on.
Last but not least, the participants enjoyed a Buddhist cuisine called “shojin ryori” prepared by a specialty restaurant, “Ajiro.” In the Buddhist cuisine, each menu holds a religious meaning; the participants felt the significance of the zen practice and appreciation toward food with every bite.
In the short three hours, the participants were able to expand their world by sharing opinions and different perspectives in the world of Zen.
SIED strives to provide places for you to meet new people and experience various cultures. There are still many of our events coming up in the semester, and we hope to see you soon!
