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Bright Way Zen

Rev. Domyo Burk
Buddhism
Zen
Mindfulness
Zen Buddhism
Zazen
Sangha
Zen Practice
Meditation
Bodhicitta
Interbeing
Bright Way Zen
Sesshin
Political Systems
Practice
Dharma Study
Social Justice
Moral Psychology
Community Ethics
Community Building
Mental Health

Bright Way Zen is a Zen community in Portland OR, USA, and worldwide via our "Cloud Zendo" (Zoom). This podcast includes talks and classes by our teacher, Rev. Domyo Burk, (Zen Studies Podcast) and by Sangha members and visiting teachers. If you like this, please consider joining us at brightwayzen.org!

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In this talk Domyo discuses themse found in Joshu's Welcome.

In this episode Sangha member Mick leads that Sangha in a discussion surrounding the 8th Precept, Do Not Dwell On Past Mistakes.

All of our various Zen garments: the Wagesa, the Rakusu, and the Kesa, correspond with different (entirely optional) sets of vows that can shape our lives. Domyo talks about the origin, appearance and meaning behind these items. Soki, who is consider... more

In our seventh week of the Precept Series, Sangha member Leah leads a class discussion on the Precept of not becoming intoxicated.

In this podcast Sangha member Tyler looks at the ways in which Zen practices are made to slow us down and how these practices have an affect on our brain that allows us to more fully enact our Buddhist ideals in our day to day life.

Kyugen relates his personal story of how he came to Bright Way Zen, and shares what it was like for him to receive the precepts in our Jukai ceremony and enter the stream of teachings in order to realize the Buddha way. He discusses the deep meaning ... more

Four, long time Bright Way Zen Sangha members, take Zaike Tokudo.

In this weeks discussion of the precepts Drew speaks to the Sangha and leads a discussion the precept "Do Not Speak Dishonestly."

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Rev. Domyo Burk
Teacher at Bright Way Zen; host of the Bright Way Zen podcast; leader and teacher within Bright Way Zen.

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Reimagining Zen Towards an Ethics of Interbeing - Week 4/10
Q: What implications for our values...?
A value that I hold dear is being kind and supportive towards others.
Reimagining Zen Towards an Ethics of Interbeing - Week 4/10
Q: Can I ask you a question about...
It's hard to distinguish between conditions and voluntary activities, as some elements blend together.
Reimagining Zen Towards an Ethics of Interbeing - Week 3/10
Q: Does happiness come from within or without?
Happiness comes from within and without; it's influenced by both internal attitudes and external conditions.
Zazen as the Ultimate Self-Care - Domyo (1/11/2026)
Q: Do you enjoy your zazen?
Responses varied, with some considering it a pleasure while others viewed it as a requirement for their practice.
How Buddhist is Zen? - Domyo (1/4/2026)
Q: Can you discuss the distinction between Hinayana practice and non-duality?
Hinayana practices focus on individual improvement and self-cultivation, whereas non-dual approaches emphasize realizing that there is nothing fundamentally wrong with oneself and accepting one's true nature, which encourages a compassionate understanding of practice.

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This show centers on Zen practice, community, and ethical reflection through talks, Sangha conversations, and class series led by teachers and practitioners. Recent episodes explore building a physical and spiritual home for a Zen community, applying Zen principles to social issues, and sustaining practice in daily life, with frequent emphasis on mindfulness, interdependence, and authentic communal belonging. A standout trait is the recurring blend of personal storytelling with practical teachings—ranging from precepts and Dharma study to sesshin and the role of practice in everyday rhythms—often anchored by Rev. Domyo Burk's guidance. Listeners likely value contemplative inquiry, compassionate engagement, and how Buddhist ethics intersect ... more

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