Greater Boston Zen Center

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288 Norfolk St
Cambridge, MA 02139
+1 (617) 299-0065
http://www.bostonzen.org

Greater Boston Zen Center is a Soto Zen sangha based in Cambridge, MA, offering opportunities for practicing Zen Buddhist meditation both in-person and online. Programs include regular meditation sessions, non-residential retreats, and multi-day residential retreats in New England.

Rooted in the traditions of Master Eihei Dogen and the Harada-Yasutani curriculum, GBZC practices koan introspection and is overseen by a Board of Directors. The center also hosts study groups, classes, and sitting groups for LGBTQIA and POC individuals, with a commitment to creating a welcoming and inclusive space for all practitioners.

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5.03 reviews
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A P.
10/16/2017

A very welcoming and open community exists at the GBZC. Every week newcomer classes are offered that are very accessible to people of all levels of knowledge of Zen Buddhism. The space is warm...

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Sarah F.
3/29/2017

I came here for the first time last night and immediately knew I made the right decision. They provided an orientation for newcomers that was welcoming and instructive. After 30 or so minutes of...

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M. C.
8/24/2019

A bright and beautiful center with a welcoming community. The center recently moved from Inman & I only new about it from their sandwich board out front as they are on the 2nd floor on Mass Ave....

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