If you've ever wondered how to get started with Koan practice, this is the place to start. In Rev. WonGong & Rev. Song's talk on September 24, 2017, they discuss how Won Koans, or Hwadu, are intended to both reveal our True Nature and Illuminate Human affairs and Universal Principles. A koan can be a profound question or simply the question of why our washing machine keeps leaving stains on our clothes.
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My Visit to India
Reverend Dr. Bokin Kim discusses her travels in India and reflects on the fact that the historical Buddha "was born on the road, lived on the road, and then died on the road." Demonstrating the ways in which Buddhism has continuously promoted equality, she teaches that the 4 Essentials are as integral to Won Buddhism as they are consistent with the Buddha's original teachings.
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Gratitude: Healing the Relationship
Rev. WonGong shares her personal healing journey with her mother, who brought many challenges to their family. This talk serves as a living testimony to uncovering “Grace from Harm”, especially with our relationship with parents.
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Blessing Words of Ven JukSanim
We are grateful to Ven. JukSanim, the Head Dharma Teacher of Won Buddhism, USA. He visited us from Won Dharma Center, Upstate New York to share his blessings on our 20th Anniversary Celebration. 감사합니다 (Kam Sah Hahm Nee Dah)
The Won Buddhism community of North Carolina shares what it means to practice modern-day Buddhism through dharma talks, healing chants, QiGong, etc., things that help one get to the heart of practice.