The Way of Clear Mind, Clear Thinking and Clear Action
Dae Seon Sa Nim
Sa Bu Nim’s teacher, Great Zen Master Seung Sahn Lee – passed away on November 30, 2004.
Today we remember Dae Seon Sa Nim on the 16th anniversary of his funeral.
Sa Bu Nim wrote a memorial to his teacher on hearing of his passing:
Memorial to Great Zen Master Seung Sahn
December 4th and January 1st Dharma Talk Cancellations
Given the continued increasing numbers of COVID cases and deaths we are cancelling our free Friday Meditation and Dharma talks sessions scheduled for December 4th and January 1st. The health and safety of our Temple continues to be our priority. We encourage all of our followers to continue to follow the health and safety guidelines during these difficult times.
Happy Thanksgiving
We are thankful to have all of you in our Shim Gum Do community. This has been an incredibly challenging year that has tested all of us in many ways. We urge everyone to persevere, with extra vigilance, to following the recommended practices for safety and health during Thanksgiving and throughout the upcoming holiday season.
Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim and Chong Kwan Jang Nim
November 6th Dharma Talk Cancelled
Health and safety continues to be our priority at Shim Gwang Sa Temple. With Covid cases on the rise here in Boston, the US and other parts of the world, we are continuing to keep health and safety our priority for all of our Shim Gum Do members, residents and guests.
Our first Friday free monthly meditation and Dharma Talk sessions continue to be cancelled at this time. We thank everyone for your patience and support during these very tough times.
Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim and Chong Kwan Jang Nim
First Friday Mediation and Dharma Talk Still Cancelled
We have members who are at high risk to serious complications if exposed to COVID so safety and health continue to be our number one focus for all of our Shim Gum Do members and residents.
Our first Friday free monthly meditation and Dharma Talk sessions continue to be cancelled at this time. We thank everyone for your support during these difficult times.
Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim and Chong Kwan Jang Nim
Shim Gum Do is the way of Clear Mind, Clear Thinking, and Clear Action
Today we remember and honor Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim who passed away five years ago, on March 12, 2021.
Sa Bu Nim, you gave us the great Dharma of Shim Gum Do – the Mind Sword Path – the way of clear mind, clear thinking and clear action. If we are clear; our clarity brings truth and brightness to those around us. The Universal Light of Shim Gum Do’s Dharma continues to shine, spreading out all over our planet and throughout the universe.
Sa Bu Nim, you are always in our hearts and minds.
We are eternally grateful to you for bringing Shim Gum Do to humanity.
Take a break and Clear your Mind!
Meditation and Dharma Talk Friday March 6th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for? Take a break from technology and screen time; learn how to quiet your mind and find peace.
Come join us on Friday March 6th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Happy Korean New Year of the Red Horse!
Today, February 17, 2026 is the Korean New Year. It is the year of the Red Horse. This new year symbolizes a transformative, high-energy and powerful year.
A new year is a new beginning. Let’s use this new energy for good luck, good health, success and great love and great compassion. Use Shim Gum Do – the Mind Sword Path to keep clear mind, clear thinking and clear action and achieve your goals!
Take a break and Refresh your mind!
Meditation and Dharma Talk Friday February 6th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for? Take a break from technology and screen time; learn how to quiet your mind and find peace.
Come join us on Friday February 6th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
(Photo credit Liza Rein January 19, 2026)
Happy 82nd Birthday Sa Bu Nim!
You gave us the Great Dharma of Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, the way of clear mind, clear thinking and clear action.
We will always remember you with great love and great compassion. We especially honor you today, January 8th, 2026, on your 82nd Birthday.
Shim Gum Do is eternal; it lives in all of us, and we continue to pass on Shim Gum Do and your teaching to others; now and into the future. We are eternally grateful to you, Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Won Gwang Chang Sik Kim.
HAPPY 82ND BIRTHDAY SA BU NIM!
Start the New Year Fresh and Clear!
Dharma Talk Friday January 2nd – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday January 2nd for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday December 5th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday December 5th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday November 7th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday November 7th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday October 3rd – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
@ Shim Gwang Sa Mind Light Temple – 203 Chestnut Hill Avenue, Brighton
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday October 3rd for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk. All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday September 5th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday September 5th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday August 1st – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday August 1st for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Happy 51st Anniversary to Sa Bu Nim!
Today is the 51st Anniversary of Sa Bu Nim arriving in the United States of America.
One of the most important days in Sa Bu Nim’s life was June 25, 1974, the day he arrived in the United States of America. He was proud of his Korean heritage and equally proud of becoming a United States Citizen.
Today, let us remember, honor and celebrate and Sa Bu Nim and his legacy. We will always be grateful to Sa Bu Nim for bringing his gift of the Universal Light and Wisdom of Shim Gum Do to us.
We love you Sa Bu Nim!
Dharma Talk Friday June 6th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday June 6th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday May 2nd – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday May 2nd for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!
Dharma Talk Friday April 4th – 5:45 – 7:30 PM
A Great Zen Master asks: Do you know your own mind? Can you see your own mind?
What is it that you want? What are you looking for?
Come join us on Friday April 4th for our free meditation and reading of a Dharma Talk given by Shim Gum Do Founding Master Great Zen Master Chang Sik Kim.
There will be a short demonstration of the Zen martial art Shim Gum Do, the Mind Sword Path, after the Dharma Talk.
All are welcome!