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Reflections
Writings and reflections on Zen practice, contemplative Judaism, and simply showing up.


REGISTER NOW: High Holidays 2024 – Jewish New Year Interfaith Zen Retreat in Burlingame, CA – September 14, 2024
I would like to take the opportunity to invite you to the daylong interfaith Zen retreat for the Jewish New Year coming up this September 14 in Burlingame, CA. You may register now! As the summer winds down and we experience the cooler temperatures in the morning, we are reminded that the season is turning. …
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Adam Fogel
Sep 3, 20242 min read


What is “Beginner’s Mind”? And Did Heschel Describe It?!
If you are anything like me and either enjoy reading books or grabbing a bargain, take a look! I noticed today that the kindle version of one of my favorite Zen books is on sale this month on Amazon – Zen Mind, Beginner’s Mind by Shunryu Suzuki Roshi.
Adam Fogel
Jul 11, 20233 min read


REGISTER NOW: High Holidays 2023 – Jewish New Year Interfaith Zen Retreat in the Bay Area
Come celebrate Rosh Hashanah and the Jewish New Year on this contemplative interfaith Zen retreat in the Bay Area! You may register now! Rosh Hashanah is a holiday of waking up. We awaken from the deep slumber of selfishness, conceit, and putting ourselves above others and awaken to something different. On Rosh Hashanah, the Divine …
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Adam Fogel
Jul 9, 20232 min read
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