The 10 Gates of Kammassaka Zen: A Journey from Novice to Bodhisattva

The 10 Gates of Kammassaka Zen offers an accessible guide from Novice to Bodhisattva, to living Zen in every moment. At Kammassaka Zen Monastery & Ashram located on the Sunshine Coast of Queensland in Australia, Zen is not confined to silent meditation or formal rituals—it is woven into daily life. Every breath, every action, every relationship becomes a gateway to awakening.Written by Fushin, the Abbot of Kammassaka with over three decades of study in Buddhism & training, this book presents a pathway that blends ancient wisdom with modern relevance. The Ten Gates are not a checklist or ladder to climb, but a living mandala—each Gate opening into the next, reflecting the interdependence and wholeness at the heart of Zen.This is not merely a book about Zen—it is a companion for those who seek to live it. Whether you're a soul searcher longing for inner peace and/or more knowledge, or a committed practitioner called to guide others, The 10 Gates of Kammassaka Zen offers a structured yet fluid approach to the Zen journey. Drawing on koans, the Ox-Herding Pictures, the Eightfold Path, and the Six Perfections, this guide reveals the depth and simplicity of true practice.From stillness on the cushion to the mindful effort of daily tasks, Fushin shows that Zen is not about escaping the world, but about entering it fully—with presence, compassion, and clarity. This book opens the way for anyone ready to walk the path of awakened living. It is also the doorway to Ordination at Kammassaka. Read more