This series begins with mediation instruction and and introduction to the ceremonial aspect of the Soto Zen tradition

1. Vespers is the chanting of The Litany of the Great Compassionate One followed by short verses.
2. Open discussion on following the Mahayana Bodhisattva Precepts.

Chanting scripture The Litany of the Great Compassionate One and other short verses that go together to make up the Vespers ceremony. This is the last public ceremony of the day.

There will a sitting period beginning at 7:30 am and each following hour until 3:00pm. This will be a full day of silent meditation, sitting Zazen.