Honoring Philip Whalen—Bowed Some, Chanted a Little: Zen Journals and the San Francisco Renaissance
Honoring Philip Whalen—a luminary poet, Zen Buddhist priest, and a central figure in the Beat and San Francisco Renaissance movements. In this special online event recorded on Nov. 11, 2023, we delve into 'Bowed Some, Chanted a Little: Philip Whalen’s Zen Journals and the San Francisco Renaissance.' Edited by Brian Unger, a Zen student and literary scholar, this publication offers an intimate look at Whalen's profound impact on American poetry and his role in bridging Eastern spirituality with Western literary traditions. Featuring insights from former San Francisco Zen Center Abbot Norman Fischer and renowned poet Jane Hirshfield, this event is a celebration of Whalen’s enduring legacy and an exploration of his innovative literary contributions. Discover the Zen journals that showcase the depth of Whalen's intellect and spirit, and join the ongoing appreciation of his genius with a new generation of admirers. Bowed Some, Chanted a Little at the SFZC Online Bookstore: https://store.sfzc.org/product/bowed-... Norman Fischer: https://www.NormanFischer.org and http://www.EverydayZen.org Jane Hirshfield: https://www.poetryfoundation.org/poet... San Francisco Zen Center website: https://www.sfzc.org/ Donate and Support: https://www.sfzc.org/ways-to-support-... Practice Calendar: https://www.sfzc.org/calendar Newsletter Sign-up: https://www.sfzc.org/newsletter-signup Dharma App: Apple App Store: https://apps.apple.com/in/app/sfzc-dh... Google Play Store: https://play.google.com/store/apps/de...

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