ZEN
...is knowing yourself.
Sit quietly for a while.   Wait for your mind to be still.  Patiently watch.  Your mind will eventually reflect the divine awareness that you are. 

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Spirituality, Art & Architecture

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"Benin Buddha"
Enhanced Intaglio, Acrylic, Silver Leaf & Gold Leaf on Paper,
24" x 18"
(by Carolyn Goodridge)


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Kwan Um School of Zen

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Photo of Amitabha Buddha on the Altar at the
Diamond Hill Monastery at
Providence Zen Center,
Cumberland, Rhode Island, USA

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Korean Style, Hand Built-on-Site Pagoda at the
Providence Zen Center,
Cumberland, Rhode Island, USA

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At its base is a beautiful Meditation Room
Meant for solo retreat through zen sitting.

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Main Dharma Hall
For group meditation practice.
It has a peacful wrap around porch for zen walking practice.

(Photos by Carolyn Goodridge)

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For more information or to register for a retreat
send an e-mail to the center