Ordinary Mind Zendo
Ordinary Mind Zendo was founded in 1996 by Barry Magid, a Dharma heir of Charlotte Joko Beck, and is dedicated to her vision of a psychologically minded Zen practice adapted to the needs of American students practicing in the context of their everyday lives. The zendo is a center for non-residential practice and is committed to the proposition that the Dharma can be fully practiced, realized and transmitted in the midst of lay life.
Beginner's instruction is available to those new to Zen practice, while those with many years of experience in other traditions are welcomed to join us in deepening our understanding. Please email us at contact@ordinarymind.com for more information.
Zen in the Hudson Valley!
Registration is now open for our Summer 2019 Garrison Sesshin which will take place from July 11th to July 14th. Sesshin at Garrison is an opportunity to deepen our practice, to gather the extended sangha, hold ceremonies and experience the beauty of the Hudson Valley. Space is limited, so please sign up when you're able.
You can register here.Next Event
No sesshin currently scheduled
Daily Zazen
Wednesday 8:00AM - 9:00AM
Monday - Friday 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Saturday Program 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Contact Us
107 West 74th Street Apt BR
New York, NY 10023
contact@ordinarymind.com
Recent Dharma Talks
Barry MagidJuly 28th 2018 Hegel and the freedom you find within constraint
Barry MagidJune 30th 2018 The question of freedom in religious and political philosophy
Barry MagidJune 16th 2018 Vulnerability, attachment and dependence are not optional
Barry MagidJune 9th 2018 Discussion Group | Isaiah Berlin - Freedom and Its Betrayal - Introduction + Helvetius
Barry MagidJune 9th 2018 Enlightenment, though a wonderful thing, is not sufficient in itself
Barry MagidJune 2nd 2018 Discussion Group | Koans on the Multiplicity of Self: Hyakujo's Fox
Barry MagidMay 19th 2018 Discussion Group | Koans on the multiplicity of self: Kuei-shan's Buffalo
Barry MagidMay 19th 2018 Freedom and its Betrayal
Barry MagidMay 12th 2018 A few words in honor of the memory of Jeremy Safran
Barry MagidMay 5th 2018 Discussion Group | Transference and the "Real" Relationship
Ordinary Bodhisattvas
Ordinary Mind Zendo is a non profit organization that depends entirely on the generosity of people like you for its continued existence. If sitting with us, listening to our talks, or supporting a Zen center in New York City is in line with your values, please consider making a donation here.
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We will be releasing Dharma talks and other content via podcast on a weekly basis. Check it out if you need something to listen to on your commute!
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Barry will answer your questions in short episodes on the podcast. For more information and to submit a question, check out the link below.
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