Founded in 1973, the Bodhi Manda is a Zen Buddhist practice and retreat center that offers Zen meditation and practice in the Rinzai tradition for experienced practitioners and beginners alike. The Bodhi welcomes committed seekers from every faith and background, and supports the spiritual growth of all. Visitors are invited to come and sit in quiet contemplation in our meditation hall or on the grounds located in the scenic village of Jemez Springs NM.
New Year’s Greetings from Hosen
Dear Bodhi Friends and Practitioners,
During this season, light becomes an even more poignant reminder of hope as the year draws to a close.
The flickering of luminarias guides the weary to houses of worship. We push in close together, elbow to elbow around our woodfires with friends and strangers alike. Votives burn in the early morning, punctuating the twilight and illuminating the zendo altar.
In these moments, we recognize that the shared light of love, wisdom, and compassion endures, prevailing over ignorance and hatred.
But it is always the sangha that lights the flame.
On behalf of everyone at Bodhi Manda Zen Center, I wish you and your family perseverance and joy in the fresh light of this New Year.
In deep gratitude,
Osho and Abbess
The Bodhi’s Mission and Vision
Our Mission: The Bodhi Manda Zen Center mission is to embody American Rinzai Zen Buddhism through compassion and selfless service. We are a thriving and committed community of practitioners that supports our diverse sangha with inspiration, education, and Zen practice.
Our Vision: The Bodhi Manda Zen Center is dedicated to helping all seekers uncover the Truth within.
Listen to Hosen Speak about the Bodhi’s Mission
Striking the Han
The han is one of the ways the sitting schedule at monasteries and Zen centers is marked. The rhythmic rap of the wooden han at the Bodhi Manda Zen Center announces the beginning of the day during zazen in the Zendo and the beginning of dusk at the end of the day. Click below to listen to a recording made by Michael Hughes of the Bodhi’s han announcing the start of zazen.