Dechan Jueren, the only master in modern times to ever hold two of the major Buddhist lineages - Esoteric and Zen, is scheduled to give a public lecture at Anglia Ruskin University. As part of the Essex Jiangsu festival, he will be presenting a talk entitled 'Zen Buddhism For The Modern World' at Rivermead Campus, Chelmsford on Friday 21 November 2008.
Earlier this year, Dechan Jueren, already the 49th Master of the Esoteric School, became the New Master of the Chinese Linji school of Zen Buddhism. The most authentic and recognised Zen school in China. The title was passed on by the 105 year old Grand Master Fozhi.
Paul King, the event organiser, first met Dechan Jueren in Hawaii in 2006. Whilst studying Chinese medicine, Paul attended a workshop given by Dechan Jueren on meditational healing techniques. Profoundly impressed with his teachings, Paul invited him to the UK.
Essex County Council's Essex Jiangsu Festival organisers were looking for speakers on Buddhism and Paul suggested that they invite the top Zen Master Dechan Jueren. As a result there will be seven public talks given in Essex entitled, 'Zen Buddhism for the Modern World'.
The talk at Chelmsford starts at 8pm on Friday 21 November 2008, and costs £6/£5 concession (£3 for Anglia Ruskin University students).
Tickets can be reserved on 01245 830888 or by email at: info@wisdom36.com
Read the full press release here.
Content added on October 28, 2008.
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