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.
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.
We cordially invite you to join us for Bodhifest 2026 and help restore the Jemez Valley acequia. The acequia was severely damaged by torrential rains on June 26. This historic irrigation system, which dates back to at least 1865, provides water not only to Bodhi’s gardens and grounds, but also to the rest of the community.
This year, every dollar raised through BodhiFest will go directly toward repairing the community irrigation ditch that runs through the Bodhi property. Thanks to the generosity of several donors who stepped up to cover food and other operational expenses for the event, we are able to dedicate 100% of BodhiFest proceeds to the acequia repair effort.
Your contribution will help restore this vital source of water for our neighbors, farmers and gardens throughout the valley. Every gift, large or small, is deeply appreciated by the Bodhi and everyone who depends on the acequia.
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.