Ozeki Soen (尾関宗園)
Soen OZEKI (1932 -) is the head priest of the Daisen-in sub-temple of Daitoku-ji Temple.
Career
Born in Nara City in 1932.
Graduated from Nara University of Education.
Appointed the head priest of Daisen-in Temple in 1965 at the young age of 33. He has appeared on television advice programs and written numerous books.
His sermons are highly popular with tourists. A strength that belies his age, English language proficiency and a speaking style full of kindness and humor have provided inspiration and confidence to many.
He is a lecturer of 'History of Life Culture' at Kyoto Institute of Technology.
Bibliography
Ima Ganbarazu ni Itsu Ganbaru: Ozeki Soen no Ishiki Kakumei Goroku
Fudoshin: Seishinteki Sutamina wo Tsukuru Hon
Daianshin: Shinpai Suru na, Nantoka Naru
Anta ga Ichiban Erain ya!Ujiuji Suru na! Kuyokuyo Suru na!
29 other works
Record
Dekiru Dekiru!! Nandemo Dekiru!! (Columbia Music Entertainment, 1978, interviewer - Motoomi KOMATSU)