The Zen Center of Los Angeles has a 30-year history as a Zen training and practice center. In recent years, Zen philosophy has taken hold among mainstream society, and its principles and practices are taught in corporations, meditation groups and nonreligious devotees alike. Newly renovated and carpeted, the center area allows people to gather to hear and participate in talks. It also offers introductory ...
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Like any religion, Zen can lose sight of its essence. It perhaps takes longer because Zen is a practice rather than a teaching. No question: ZCLA looks just fine but it is dead. It is all about robes and sutras and chants; all about personal attainment. If you are interested in adding a chit to your experience jar then by all means, enjoy the trip. If you want to wake up, find a real teacher and a ...
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