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Though Zen is said to be based on a 'special transmission outside scriptures' which 'did not stand upon words', the Zen-tradition has a rich doctrinal and textual background. It has been influenced by sutras such as the Lankavatara Sutra, the Vimalakirti Sutra, the Avatamsaka Sutra, and the Lotus Sutra. Subsequently, the Zen tradition produced a rich corpus of written literature which has. Zen Center of NYC: Fire Lotus Temple is a refuge for spiritual practitioners in the heart of Brooklyn. Daily zazen, weekly workshops, meditation intensives, residency opportunities, and more. Visit Residency.

The Blooming Lotus Sangha (BLS) is Non Profit Organization founded as a Mindfulness Practice Center and Community of Mindful Living in the tradition of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh, our spiritual teacher. Thây, as he is affectionately known to his students, is the founder of Van Hanh Buddhist University in Saigon and the Unified Buddhist Church (Eglise Bouddhique Unifieé) in France and the United States. His lifelong efforts to generate peace and reconciliation moved Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. to nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1967. The Most Venerable Thich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese Zen Master, Beloved Dharma Teacher, Buddhist Scholar, poet, prolific writer, well-known peace activist, and founder of “Engaged Buddhism”. For most of his life, Thây aspired to bring mindfulness into the world in order to help relieve suffering. Amidst the devastation of the Vietnam War, Thây and his colleagues actively helped those in need while remaining grounded in their own mindfulness practice. From this work, Engaged Buddhism was born—a new kind of Buddhism that is fully present with the challenges of our time, and where spiritual growth and service to society go hand in hand.

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Our organization offers Meditation Sessions, Retreats, Days of Mindfulness, Family and Children Programs, Dharma Movie Nights, Picnics-in-the-Park, Mindful Outings in Nature, and other Environmentally Conscious Dharma Activities and Special Events throughout South Florida and beyond to support our mission and vision of living mindfully in the present moment and developing good environmental stewards in our communities. To see a list of our Sangha’s past, present, and future activities and events, visit our Calendar Section.

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic caused by SARS-CoV-2, The Lotus Sangha will only be holding virtual meetings until further notice.
Please join us from wherever you are.

A ‘Sangha‘ is a community of practitioners that gets together to meditate, practice mindfulness, and socialize with a focus.

We welcome the participation of people from all backgrounds, regardless of ethnic origin, race, cultural background, socio-economic class, age, gender, sexual orientation, religious affiliation, or physical ability.
We are committed to fostering a practice environment where all may touch the Dharma and find healing and nourishment.

If you are just beginning your meditation practice and would like to learn more about our Community of Mindful Living or basic meditation techniques, or please visit our Frequently Asked Questions, Other Tools for Mindfulness Practice, and Links for Mindfulness Practice sections.
You may also wish to set up an appointment to ask for guidance from one of our core Sangha members or for an introductory meditation class offered at 5:30 PM before our regularly scheduled Sunday Meditation Sessions.

Our Mindfulness Practice Center and Community of Mindful Living offers guidance from resident and visiting Dharma Teachers, Buddhist Chaplains, 11 Ordained Members of Zen Master Thích Nhất Hạnh’s Order of Interbeing (Tiêp Hiên) and classes with Mindfulness Meditation Instructors. We also host special Sangha meetings for members and aspirants of the Order of Interbeing and to recite the 14 Mindfulness Trainings. Please contact the Sangha for more information about this meditation meeting.

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Lotus Cafe Business Hours:

MONDAY - SATURDAY: 8am-4pm

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FIRST, SECOND AND THIRD FRIDAYS: 8am-10pm

Lotus Cafe is Located on the grounds of zen garden, in the heart of panama city beach, Florida. 707 Richard jackson blvd. 32407.

Lotus Cafe offers a Health Conscious Menu using all natural and organic ingredeints. our menu includes Juices and Smoothies, seafood and chicken, Vegetarian and Vegan Options, Salads, Wraps and more!

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Enjoy your meal in a beautiful garden setting, 0r call ahead for take-out.

The grounds of Zen Garden are available for event bookings... Concerts, Art shows, markets, weddings, company parties or whatever you have in mind!

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