Dogen Seminar 2023: Aspects of Awakening (1 of 8)

It is difficult to summarize the life and work of Dogen, a renowned Zen master. This program opening frames Dogen’s life into four main life stages from his birth in 1200 to his death in 1253. This talk highlight the social and historical context of Dogen’s time, including the transition from aristocratic rule to samurai leadership and and on Dogen’s early education, his decision to become a monk, his time in China, and his role in establishing Zen in Japan. To access the resources page for this program, please sign up by clicking here.