Zen in Ireland

Zen is not a philosophy or system of ethics or religion, but it enables us to reach the source of all philosophies, ethics and religions. Zen is learning to know ourselves, to go beyond the contraditions within which our "I" ordinarily imprisons us and on to a more harmonious and natural way of being.

The essence of the way transmitted by all Zen masters is based on correct meditation: zazen. Seated cross-legged with back straight and breathing calmly, through the unity of mind and body we can find true freedom. Zazen is good for our health, but in addition to that it enables us to understand ourselves better and gain greater control over our lives.

By restoring balance to our relationship with the world, it naturally gives us strength and peace. It reveals and matures the spirit of compassion and becomes the source of human fulfilment in its truest dimension.