Part 1: An open-hearted overhaul. Bernie spins a lively history of the Gate of Sweet Nectar liturgy, from an early version (mythically attributed to Shakyamuni) to Menzan’s tantric innovations to his own open-hearted overhaul. Maezumi Roshi gave Bernie remarkable permission to remake the Gate (and by extension Zen) in an American grain: “He didn’t try […]

Bernie Glassman at Upaya

Roshi Bernie Glassman: Gate of Sweet Nectar 2015 (Part 1 of 5)

This podcast features Roshi Bernie Glassman’s teachings at Upaya over the years and is a memorial series honoring his profound Zen teachings and socially engaged work in the world.

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Bernie Glassman at Upaya