Great Vow Zen Monastery, Buddhist monastery in Clatskanie, Oregon, US.
Great Vow Zen Monastery is a Buddhist center located on rural land near Clatskanie that brings together various structures for practitioners. It includes meditation halls, residential quarters, and communal spaces where both permanent residents and visiting practitioners study and practice.
The monastery was founded in 2002 and quickly established itself as a place for serious Zen practice. It was built on the foundation of traditional Buddhist teachings and continues to follow that lineage.
The name reflects the sincere commitment of its community to Zen practice and inner transformation. Visitors can observe how daily meditation and group chanting shape the rhythm and character of life here.
The monastery welcomes visitors on Sunday mornings for programs running from 10 AM to 12:15 PM, with meditation sessions and teachings available both in person and online. Arriving early gives you time to settle in and familiarize yourself with the space before activities begin.
The monastery maintains a retreat cabin where individuals can practice alone while remaining connected to Oregon's natural surroundings. This secluded setting offers a rare chance to deepen practice in silence while surrounded by forest and quiet.
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