Voices of Seon
An online reading and reflection circle
Voices of Seon is an online reading and reflection group dedicated to exploring the great voices of the Korean Buddhist tradition through both classical and modern texts. Together, we read selections from influential teachers, monastics, scholars, and practitioners, then gather for open reflection and discussion in a relaxed and welcoming space. All sessions are held online and everyone is welcome to join. No homework or reading in advance is required.
Practical Information
Meeting times
Wednesday evenings from 8:30 to 9:30 pm, Oslo time (CET / CEST).
Check the schedule for upcoming events.
Platform
We meet online via Google Meet. Register below to receive the meeting link.
What to Expect
Participants take turns reading the text out loud, with the option to pause for questions or reflections at the end of each paragraph or section. The discussion is facilitated by Dohasa’s Practice Leader, Alex Carroll, who brings experience in meditation practice and Buddhist studies. Each meeting ends with time for open discussion.
Author visits
Contemporary authors may be invited to join us for a discussion after we finish reading the text. This offers participants an opportunity to engage directly with living authors and deepen their understanding. See below for scheduled guest author visits
Suggested Donation
Participation is free for members of Dohasa Zen Group.
Non-members are asked to make a suggested donation of NOK 80 per session. Click here for membership info.
Reading List
Reading Selection
This group is dedicated to studying works in the Korean Buddhist tradition. From time to time, we include complementary texts from other traditions where they are relevant and deepen understanding. We cover both contemporary and classic texts, and where possible, we invite contemporary authors for discussions after we finish reading the text. We maintain a queue of books at all times—please see the list below for upcoming titles.
Upcoming books
The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching — Thich Nhat Hanh
The Things You Can See Only When You Slow Down — Haemin Sunim
Featured guest session: Live discussion with Haemin Sunim following this reading.
Zen — Martine Batchelor
Korean Buddhism — Ven. Beopgwang
The Way of Korean Zen — Kusan Sunim and Martine Batchelor
Women in Korean Zen: Lives and Practices — Martine Batchelor
The Timeless Wisdom of Korean Seon Masters — Yoon Chung Kwang
Pure and Fragrant: The Prose Anthology of Korean Buddhist Master Beopjeong — Beopjeong Sunim
Donations
Non-members can use the form below to send a donation. Alternatively, Norwegian residents can send donations via VIPPS. Non-members are asked to make a suggested donation of NOK 80 per session.
Amount
NOK 80
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Registration Form
Complete the form below to register for Voices of Seon. The Google Meet link and reading materials will be sent to you after registration.
