정명사 - Jung Myung Sa Buddhist Temple

This is a traditional Korean Buddhist temple. The people are welcoming and the 스님 talks are truly inspiring. If you're seeking peace of mind, I highly recommend visiting. They hold Dharma services on Wednesdays and Sundays.

Abbot Doshine leads a guided meditation Saturday mornings at Jung Myung Sa temple which I've been attending regularly. I'm grateful for the time and space in which we shift the focus from distraction to calm and clarity. The guided meditation is accessible and combines traditional Buddhist practice with a modern sensibility. After meditation, tea is available to commune together and catch up. The temple is a warm and welcoming space. And Abbot Doshine exhibits kindness and sincerity. Always look forward to the next session.

Since the summer, I've been regularly attending the temple for Saturday meditation sessions. It's a serene and welcoming spot in the Queens/Long Island area, ideal for English-speaking beginners seeking a peaceful place to practice meditation. Attending these sessions has not only helped me grow personally and mentally through meditation but also allowed me to engage with new individuals. Following the meditation, our small group gathers for tea time, where we discuss various topics and share our experiences. It's a setting where I feel completely at ease. I really appreciate the abbot's kindness and contribution in creating a peaceful and welcoming place in the community.

I went here for the Buddha's birthday celebration.( Vesak) It was really wonderful. The members were like family. They were welcoming and kind, to each other and us visitors. The temple was very beautiful. I really enjoyed my visit.

I have been attending the Saturday morning meditation sessions in English at the temple for several months and would highly recommend them for anyone looking for a welcoming and sincere community centered around meditation practice. The temple itself is a beautiful and welcoming space. The guided meditation format prepared by the abbot Doshine clears away any uncertainties or misunderstandings about approaching meditation and makes it accessible to laypeople and those unfamiliar with Buddhist practice. Attending has actually become a really important part of my weekly routine because it offers a time where I can work on calming my mind and offers a needed refuge from the hectic pace of NYC life. Doshine is extremely knowledgeable about Buddhist practice and history but also makes an effort to make the tradition accessible amid the demands and pace of modern life. He is also very kind and I have really enjoyed getting to know practitioners over tea after the sessions and sharing about our lives. Strongly recommend checking it out!