[4][3] With the help of Father Hugo Enomiya-Lassalle, he visited Japan and trained with Yamada Koun Roshi of Sanbo Kyodan.

[6][3][7] Ama Samy's method of teaching embraces both Soto and Rinzai Zen traditions and draws from the resources of Christianity and other religions.

[4] He lives and teaches at Bodhi Zendo Zen Center near Kodaikanal in South India (opened in 1996).

[4][3] With the help of his students, he also runs Little Flower, a non-profit organization supporting women, children and landless people in South India.

[9] Ama Samy has appointed the following teachers: In English: In German: In Dutch: In French: In Spanish: In Swedish: Hakuun Yasutani Lineage Chart