Working with Kong-an is a core element of the Lin-Chi (Rinzai) tradition, and the Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch— often regarded as the 'Bible of Zen Buddhism'—is inseparably linked to Kong-an practice.
To help practitioners gain a deeper understanding of Zen teachings and attain Kong-ans, Zen Master Dae Kwan will, for the first time, offer a ten‑session course that brings these two aspects together.
For those wishing to truly attain the essence of Zen or for anyone who suffers from 'Kong-an anxiety'—this is a course you won’t want to miss 🥳!
As the teachings are subtle and profound, some preparation is needed before each class. Sifu will share the preparation for the following session during class, so kindly take note. 🙇♀️‼️
Teachers: Zen Master Dae Kwan, Bon Sun Sunim JDPS
Date: May 21 – July 23 (10 Thursdays)
Time: 7:30 pm – 10:00 pm
Venue: Su Bong Zen Monastery (Causeway Bay)
Texts: 'The Platform Sutra of the Sixth Patriarch', 'Dropping Ashes on the Buddha', 'Ten Gates' (Please bring your own copies. If needed, you may purchase them from our Gift Shop.)
Course Fee: HK$1,000 *
Registration:
Members only and have to be our precept students or those who have completed our 'Introduction to Zen Meditation' course. You may choose to attend in person or online. Please register through Zen Center WhatsApp Channel-Su Bong Zen Monastery (Events Communication).
Notes:
If you have financial difficulty, please let us know the amount you can manage. To encourage in‑person participation and direct experience of Zen practice, those who attend all 10 sessions in person may join one mountain retreat day free of charge (applicable to Winter Kyol Che, one‑day retreats, or two‑day/one‑night retreats).