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.
Next Event
October Sesshin October 1st
Daily Zazen
Tue - Thu 7:00AM - 8:00AM
Mon - Fri 6:00PM - 7:00PM
Saturday Program 10:00AM - 12:00PM
Contact Us
107 West 74th Street Apt BR
New York, NY 10023
(917) 446-9803
contact@ordinarymind.com
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Join our Google group
The Ordinary Mind google group is a place to share articles, poetry, and trade stories. To participate please email Tim Dose at
tim@timdose.com
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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!
OMZ Podcast
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.
Recent Dharma Talks
Barry MagidMay 6th 2016 It is not possible to waste your time by night or day.
Barry MagidMarch 26th 2016 This is the truth
Barry MagidMarch 19th 2016 The limits of utilitarian thinking
Barry MagidMarch 12th 2016 The fantasy of a timless, universal Buddhist morality
Barry MagidMarch 5th 2016 The absolute within the subjective
Barry MagidFebruary 20th 2016 There's nothing outside the text, no pages that don't count
Barry MagidFebruary 13th 2016 Flourishing rather than content
Barry MagidFebruary 6th 2016 Knock down the flagpole, there's nothing more
