Join us
Thousand Harbours Zen meets online daily via Zoom. Anyone is welcome to join us anytime—just click the button below and enter the passcode "vow" to participate in any of our offerings.
Morning zazen
Every morning 6:30–7am, we sit in zazen, recite the Bodhisattva vows together, then move into the day.
Beings are countless; I vow to free them all.
Delusions are inexhaustible; I vow to put an end to them.
Dharma gates are infinite; I vow to enter them.
The awakened way is unsurpassable; I vow to embody it.
We also offer zazen 9:30-10am Monday–Friday.
Tuesday evenings
We meet every Tuesday from 6:45–8:15pm Atlantic (5:45 Eastern; 2:45 Pacific).
1st and 3rd Tuesday: zazen, vows, discussion
2nd Tuesday: zazen, community discussion
4th Tuesday: zazen, extended ceremony, zazen
Chant Book for Tuesday Ceremonies
When a month has five Tuesdays, we'll let you know what we have planned for that last week.
One-day retreats
We periodically host one-day retreats, in person in Halifax and on Zoom. The next retreat is scheduled for Saturday, March 18.
One-Day Retreat Schedule and Chants for Online Participants
There is no charge, though we are always grateful for donations. Newcomers and longtime practitioners of all traditions welcome.
Soto Zen emphasizes commitment to the action of the present moment, the vow to work on behalf of others, and expression of truth in all one's words and gestures.
The central practice of Zen is zazen—formless, goalless meditation. The best way to learn is through direct instruction; if you want advice on posture, breathing, or attention, feel free to contact Koun or to ask questions during a Thursday night gathering.