Chokhor Duchen is the third of the four great festivals in the Tibetan Buddhist Calendar. It is a celebration of the first Turning of the Wheel of Dharma. For seven weeks after his enlightenment, the Buddha did not teach. Then, encouraged by Indra and Brahma, he turned the Wheel of Dharma for the first time [...]

Heart Sutra Wrist mala bracelets are wonderful gifts for yourself, as spiritual wedding gifts to special guests and for a spiritual teacher or lama. This wrist mala has the Heart Sutra mantra of Lord Buddha carved on each bead. Heart Sutra Wrist malas, aka, Buddhist Prostration Mala or Japa Malas, are made from rosewood with [...]

Just released is the spiritual music compilation from the best and brightest stars in the heavens of Rama. Kirtan Nation, The Best of Chanting is Here! A kirtan nation has no borders, no army, and no government. It is a place where all are welcome as citizens of the universal heart, and the only coin [...]

Vajrasattva Karmic Healing and Purification Practice, and White Tara Longevity Empowerment to be held in Phoenix, Arizona. This is a wonderful series of life enriching Buddhist meditation practices to be offered in the near future. Spiritual Buddhist Dharma talks and empowerment will be given by Konchok Thubten Nima (Ven. Gape Lama) who is affiliated with [...]

Zen Retreat Clothing, perfect for all retreats and spiritual practice. It is that time of year when late spring and summer retreats will be taking place. Regardless of your spiritual affiliation, retreat clothing is essential for comfort when meditation, working or relaxing on retreats. Retreat clothing should allow for freedom of movement for any activity [...]

Zen Lay Zen Robe is essential for Zen meditation practice. The Zen Lay robe is a traditional Soto formal style meditation garment appropriate for use in the meditation hall by the lay practitioner. Often, one wears the Robe over a Jubon (Japanese undergarment, similar to the way we use a dress shirt beneath an over [...]

Four Gates now offers a selection of Angelic Meditation Robes for your enjoyment. These comfortable meditation robes are roomy enough for all forms of meditation whether sitting cross legged, kneeling or seated in a chair. The Angelic Robe is a spiritual garment essential for inspirational spiritual practice time. The flowing sleeves of the Angelic Robe [...]

Four Gates is now offering hand crafted Zen Lay Robe made from raw silk noil fabric for added comfort. The Zen Lay Robe is a traditional Soto, formal style meditation garment appropriate for use in any Zendo meditation hall or by the lay Zen practitioner at home. It is important to wear the Raw Silk [...]

Zen Rin gongs are often used for Meditation Practice. But, did you know that gongs can also be used as a stress management tool? It is true. Playing a rin gong reduces tension, loosens up bodily tightness and eliminates fatigue caused by stress. People have been using the sound of gongs for centuries to work [...]

Folding Meditation Benches by Four Gates are versatile, sturdy and made to last a lifetime. Four Gates Folding Oak Meditation Bench includes a with removable black cushion cover. The cushion is made from a 100% natural cotton outer lining and a 1″ thick, high density foam core. You can remove the cushion cover for cleaning [...]