Community Circle: The Feminine, Poetry and the Sacred

 
 

Led by Koji Shin’ei Alison Brown
Mondays October 23 - November 20
6:30 pm - 8:30pm, including Zazen


This “I” am, a true “I” but also the eye which sees... leaves, stem, lotus, a rose, a peony unfolding... Wide and bright like a radiant seed, ...a sapling of no-thing. You are invited to a recital and response in vigil like style to pay homage to the sacred writings of women from various traditions and times. In this community circle and class, we will explore the person and place of the feminine in spiritual practice. The feminine archetype is not specific to a single gender; therefore, men and all gender expressions are most welcome. 

A poetry ‘chant’ type book will be provided. Suggestions and short exercises will be offered to stimulate conversation and contribute to your own writing experience. Multiple sources will be used - but there is an anthology which can be purchased: "Women in Praise of the Sacred, 43 Centuries of Spiritual poetry by Women." Edited by Jane Hirshfield.   

All are welcome and registration is required. Click here to register. For more information, contact Shin’ei at shineialison@yahoo.com