Zen Peacemakers

The Zen Peacemakers is a spiritual organization founded by activist and Buddhist teacher Bernie Glassman. It combines Zen Buddhist principles with social activism, emphasizing peace, compassion, and social justice. Their approach encourages practitioners to engage directly with communities facing suffering, fostering mindfulness and ethical action. The organization promotes seven practices for social change, such as "Find the right path" and "Bring forth your infinite compassion," aiming to transform personal awareness into meaningful efforts for peace and healing in the world. Essentially, Zen Peacemakers integrate spiritual practice with active compassion to address societal issues.