Bird's Nest Zendo - Zen Temple - Rinzai Zen Buddhism - Oneonta, NY | Bird's Nest Zendo (Choka-an Zen Buddhist Temple)

Bird's Nest Zendo was purchased for the purpose of sharing the Dharma; no profit motive exists at Choka-an. Nonetheless, living on a minimal, fixed income is tenuous. Your support would help to keep this "suburban hermitage" going

Another way to help is giving time and energy. The practice of samu (working zen) is one of the pillars of Zen Buddhism. Samu embodies Zen and fortifies its study. Inquire for details.

Please note that although Choka-an Zen Buddhist Temple (Bird's Nest Zendo) is registered as a charity (EIN 41-3561872), it is not yet organized as a 501(c)(3). Therefore, donations are not tax-deductible at this time.

Bird's Nest Zendo - 6 Chester Street, Oneonta, NY 13820-2005

Dana

Dana (translated as generosity or charity) is one of the principal paramitas (perfections) of the Buddha Way. It is an expression of giving from the heart without expectation to support clergy or a temple.