Rev. Nyogen Senzaki

Rev. Nyogen Senzaki was a Japanese Zen Buddhist priest and teacher who emigrated to the United States in the early 20th century. He is renowned for founding the Zen Buddhist approach known as "Mother Mind," emphasizing direct, everyday awareness, often through simple, accessible teachings. Senzaki dedicated his life to sharing Zen practice with Westerners, adapting traditional teachings to fit modern, diverse audiences. His efforts contributed significantly to the spread of Zen in America, promoting understanding of mindfulness and meditation as tools for everyday living and spiritual growth.