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Brooklyn Zen Center

Brooklyn Zen Center
Buddhism
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Beginner's Mind
Suffering
Mother Principle
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Zen Buddhism
Life Affirmation
Meditation
Bodhisattva Vow
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Dominant Culture
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Thich Nhat Hanh
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Buddhist Cosmology

Audio dharma talks from the Brooklyn Zen Center. Our programs are offered free of charge and made possible by the donations we receive. If you would like to support Brooklyn Zen Center, please visit the “Giving” section of our website at brooklynzen.org.

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Recorded on February 19, 2026 at at the Online Parent/Caregiver Monthly Sangha.

Over the next few months, the Parent Sangha will be exploring together the traditional cultivation of lovingkindness, or Metta, through the lens of parenting. This guide... more

Recorded on February 19, 2026 at at the Online Parent/Caregiver Monthly Sangha.

A short offering from the Parent Sangha exploring parenting as a path of awakening and social change. This talk is aimed at parents and caregivers, though the insights a... more

Recorded on March 7, 2026, at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn, NY. Please enjoy this interfaith dialogue on engaged action as spiritual practice with guest teacher, Reverend Mira Salwani of The Riverside Church, and Sarah Dojin Emerson. The BZC Pod... more

Recorded on February 28, 2026 at Boundless Mind Temple, Brooklyn, NY.

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The BZC Podcast is offered free of charge and made possible by the donations we receive.

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Mira Salwani
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Episode: An Interfaith Dialogue on Engaged Action as Spiritual Practice: Rev. Mira Salwani (3/7/2026)

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Sarah Dōjin Emerson
Priest and Dharma teacher at Brooklyn Zen Center, sharing insights on connection, compassion, and community.
Charlie Korin Pokorny
Dharma teacher at Brooklyn Zen Center, exploring themes of community and interconnectedness in his teachings.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 21 ratings
  • Great stuff

    More Kaira Jewel Lingo please!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    modest mediator and Buddhist
    United States5 years ago
  • Great teachers

    I’ve been attending BZC for a few years now and can attest to the quality of talks in this feed. They are all very approachable and have been very helpful for me.

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    United States6 years ago

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An Interfaith Dialogue on Engaged Action as Spiritual Practice: Rev. Mira Salwani (3/7/2026)
Q: Tell us a little about your story and how your life as a clergy member informs how you show up in the world.
Mira describes growing up as a third culture kid in Hong Kong, raised in a multi-faith home with Catholic and Hindu influences, which taught her to lean into discomfort and find home through shared practices and belonging. This foundation informs her commitment to interfaith work and to building communities where safety and dignity are extended to everyone, not just a select group.
The True Body of Faith: Audio Dharma Talk by Kidō Ian Case (2024/06/02)
Q: How does the speaker view his practice of Zazen?
Initially driven by uncertainty, he learned to trust the process of Zazen, which gradually helped him understand his mind and cultivate authentic faith.
The True Body of Faith: Audio Dharma Talk by Kidō Ian Case (2024/06/02)
Q: What does Dōgen say about faith?
Dōgen emphasizes that faith is intertwined with the practice of confession and repentance, indicating that revealing our lack of faith helps us connect with compassion and support our awakening.

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What is Brooklyn Zen Center about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This collection of audio dharma talks presents enlightening discussions centered around Zen Buddhism and mindfulness, often focusing on themes such as interconnectedness, compassion, and community engagement. The speakers, primarily Dharma teachers from a specific center, share personal reflections and insights on the importance of individual and collective practice, advocating for understanding and kindness in both personal and societal contexts. The content addresses current social issues, emphasizing inclusivity and community support, while exploring deep philosophical questions that resonate with everyday challenges, including the nature of existence, suffering, and the significance of embracing impermanence. Unique to the series is the... more

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