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The SGI is based on the teachings and philosophy of Nichiren Buddhism, which places the highest emphasis on the sanctity of life. Members seek, through their practice of Buddhism, to develop the ability to live with confidence, to create value in any circumstance and to contribute to the well-being of friends, family and community.

The Clock Tower Sangha meets at a private home in Maynard, Massachusetts that includes a meditation room.  The philosophy of the sangha (meditation group) is based on Buddhist concepts common to many different Buddhist traditions including Soto Zen, Insight Meditation and the Tibetan traditions. People with little or no experience in meditation are always welcome and some brief instruction can be arranged before the meetings if that is desired.

The mission of Boundless Way Zen is to cultivate Zen in the West through: * Establishing and supporting local sanghas * Training dharma teachers and practice leaders * Providing sesshin and other intensive training opportunities * The ideals of Boundless Way Zen are based on the example and teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha guided by the Bodhisattva Precepts and the teachings of the schools of Zen Buddhism. Our central value is to develop the realization of non-duality and its compassionate actualization.