Koun Franz is a Soto Zen priest. He leads practice at Thousand Harbours Zen in Halifax, Nova Scotia.
Koun Franz
Recent Articles
How Does Buddhism Speak to Us Today: An Interview with Stephen Batchelor
Stephen Batchelor talks to <em>Buddhadharma</em> deputy editor Koun Franz about the importance of study in Buddhist practice and the relevance of the Buddha's teachings to modern life.
Step Into Awareness with Walking Meditation
Walking meditation is not just an opportunity to stretch our legs, says Koun Franz. It’s a practice in living all of life as meditation.
Los “Cinco Recordatorios” del Budismo: Un llamado al despertar para todos
Perfectamente claros, compasivos y concisos, los "Cinco Recordatorios" son de lo mejor del budismo. Explica Koun Franz.
The Eightfold Path: Right View
Koun Franz on seeing what’s in front of you, even the things you’d rather not see.
How to Feed All Beings
Koun Franz contemplates how caring for ourselves is caring for all.