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Taking the Precepts: An Introduction

Rochester Zen Center Teisho (Zen Talks)

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The 16 Precepts of Zen

In all schools of Buddhism, morality is taught as integral. In Zen, we consider it foundational because of its implications for Sazen. Morality or what it means to do good and avoid harm is incredibly complex. Taken together, the 16 precepts represent our true nature in action. They represent how we would conduct ourselves if we were fully enlightened.

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