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Zen Center of Philadelphia

Name: Zen Center of Philadelphia
Address: 4904 Cedar Avenue, Philadelphia, PA, 19143, US
Price range: $
Rating: 4.2

Zen Center of Philadelphia: a welcoming space for Zen meditation and personal growth

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About Zen Center of Philadelphia

Zen Center of Philadelphia provides a tranquil space for Zen meditation in Philadelphia, with cushions and a quiet setting ideal for learning the basics. The warm sangha is praised for helpful, responsive support and opportunities to grow through meditation and Zen practice, including the maxim 'The obstacle is the path.' It's a welcoming health-focused destination for mindfulness and personal insight.

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4904 Cedar Ave, Philadelphia, PA 19143, USA

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Services Offered

Group Meditation Sessions

Regular guided and silent meditation practices for all skill levels in a serene setting.

Dharma Talks

Educational discussions on Zen Buddhist principles and teachings to inspire personal insight.

Dokusan (Private Instruction)

One-on-one meetings with teachers for personalized guidance and spiritual support.

Community Sangha Events

Gatherings and activities that foster connection and mutual support among practitioners.

Introductory Zen Workshops

Beginner-friendly sessions to learn meditation basics and explore Zen philosophy.

4.20 · 5 reviews

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Kathleen Patteson

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· 7 months ago

As a student of Zen Buddhism from Florida, I was touched by the sangha’s response when I reached out with a phone call for help in finding lodging when our daughter was having a health emergency in Philly. I received such a warm and helpful response. My husband and I look forward to visiting the next time we are in Philadelphia.

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Brian Miller

via Google

· 8 months ago

A beautiful place to meditate and grow a deeper relationship with myself and the people I love.

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richard odabashian

via Google

· about 4 years ago

There are cushions and a quiet space and you no doubt will get the basics. But in response to the review that mentions social justice talk... There's a reason Pat was never given permission to teach by her first teacher.

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Steve Dolinsky

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· almost 5 years ago

I met Pat one time in 2013 and only once. I wanted to learn more about Zen Buddhism and one icy winter day my friend and I decided to do just that. Here I am 8 years later, still thinking about that single session. It's not the visit itself was transformative, it was one little maxim that has stuck with me ever since: "The obstacle is the path." It was also a few words Pat told me during our dokusan that stick with me today. If your goal is to learn more about yourself and do it through meditation and even Zen Buddhism, I highly suggest you should go.

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David St. Hubbins

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· about 7 years ago

I stopped going to the Philadelphia Zen Center after three visits. The people were nice, but the Dharma talks were too political and wrapped up in social justice. Zen is supposed to be apolitical and amoral, but the talks I heard were judgmental and dualistic in nature.

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4.20 · 5 reviews

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Kathleen Patteson

via Google

· 7 months ago

As a student of Zen Buddhism from Florida, I was touched by the sangha’s response when I reached out with a phone call for help in finding lodging when our daughter was having a health emergency in Philly. I received such a warm and helpful response. My husband and I look forward to visiting the next time we are in Philadelphia.

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Brian Miller

via Google

· 8 months ago

A beautiful place to meditate and grow a deeper relationship with myself and the people I love.

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richard odabashian

via Google

· about 4 years ago

There are cushions and a quiet space and you no doubt will get the basics. But in response to the review that mentions social justice talk... There's a reason Pat was never given permission to teach by her first teacher.

S

Steve Dolinsky

via Google

· almost 5 years ago

I met Pat one time in 2013 and only once. I wanted to learn more about Zen Buddhism and one icy winter day my friend and I decided to do just that. Here I am 8 years later, still thinking about that single session. It's not the visit itself was transformative, it was one little maxim that has stuck with me ever since: "The obstacle is the path." It was also a few words Pat told me during our dokusan that stick with me today. If your goal is to learn more about yourself and do it through meditation and even Zen Buddhism, I highly suggest you should go.

D

David St. Hubbins

via Google

· about 7 years ago

I stopped going to the Philadelphia Zen Center after three visits. The people were nice, but the Dharma talks were too political and wrapped up in social justice. Zen is supposed to be apolitical and amoral, but the talks I heard were judgmental and dualistic in nature.