Empty Gate Zen Center
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Our practice forms are based on the traditions of Korean Son (Zen) practice. In the mornings we include 108 prostrations, a Korean tradition, which is both energetic and meditative. Our chanting has a unique character, using sounds and melodies from the Sino-Korean tradition. Our formal Zen sitting style will be familiar to anyone who has learned Zen or Vipassana meditation in most forms. We recog
06/16/2026
"Zen practice brings us back to the question..."
06/04/2026
In this video, Zen Master Bon Soeng explores why Zen practice is not about escaping life's challenges or achieving spiritual perfection, but about bringing awareness, sincerity, and presence into each moment of everyday life.
Integrating Zen Into Everyday Life | Zen Master Bon Soeng In this video, Zen Master Bon Soeng explores why Zen practice is no...
05/13/2026
In this video, Zen Master Bon Soeng talks about how Zen practice helps us recognize our own reactivity, step out of anger and defensiveness, and return to openness, connection, and peace.
When You Realize You’re Making It Worse | Zen Practice in Daily Life In this video, Zen Master Bon Soeng talks about how Zen practice helps us recognize our own reactivity, step out of anger and defensiveness, and return to op...
04/28/2026
"Return to the practice, come back to this moment..."
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Berkeley, CA
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