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.
Upcoming Special Events
Women of Faith: an Interfaith Seminar: On October 27-31, women spiritual leaders from a variety of spiritual traditions (Buddhism, Christianity, Hinduism, Islam, Judaism, Native American, Sai Baba and Wicca) will gather at the Bodhi to speak about the women of faith who inspire them. Lectures, discussion and faith practices such as chanting and dedication to the ancestors will inspire us all. Men are encouraged to attend! Sunday, October 26 - Saturday, November 1, 2025. Please use the button below to register:
Golden Winds Sesshin: This special sesshin brings three dynamic teachers together: Jiun Hosen, Osho in the Rinzai tradition and Abbess of the Bodhi Manda Zen Center, Zen Master Jeong Ji from the Albuquerque Zen Center and Korean lineage of Zen Master Seung Sahn and Koshin Christopher Cain, Osho in the Rinzai tradition and founding teacher of the Puget Sound Zen Center. Zazen, kinhin (walking meditation), teisho (dharma talks), chanting, yoga, vegetarian meals and hot springs await you! The sesshin begins with dinner at 6 pm on Sunday Nov 2 and ends with lunch at noon Sunday Nov 9.
The Bodhi has reached the maximum number of participants for the Golden Winds Sesshin and online registration has now been closed. For more information, please contact Yvonne in the Bodhi Manda office at office@bmzc.org or (575) 829-3854.
For more information, please contact Yvonne in the Bodhi Manda office at office@bmzc.org or (575) 829-3854
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.