Nebraska Zen Center

The Nebraska Zen Center, Heartland Temple is a Soto Zen Buddhist Temple located in the Bemis Park Landmark Heritage District of Omaha, Nebraska.[1] Established for Zen practice in 1975 by Dainin Katagiri, the Nebraska Zen Center is one of the oldest Zen centers in the USA. The Nebraska Zen Center follows the tradition established in Japan by Zen Master Eihei Dogen in the 13th century. Dosho Port Roshi became the Center's abbot and head priest in 2016.[2][3][4]

Nebraska Zen Center
Religion
AffiliationSoto Zen
Location
Location3625 Lafayette Avenue, Omaha, NE 68131
CountryUSA
Architecture
FounderDainin Katagiri
Completed1975
Website
Nebraska Zen Center

See also

References

  1. Reeves, B. (2007) "Omaha offers rich mix of worship options", Lincoln Journal Star. September 24, 2007. Retrieved 3/20/08.
  2. "About", Nebraska Zen Center. Retrieved 02/11/17.
  3. Maguire, Jack (2000). Waking Up: A Week Inside a Zen Monastery. SkyLight Paths Publishing. p. 160. ISBN 81-88569-01-1.

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