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MY FIRST ZEN RETREAT - 18-20 OCTOBER
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"EXPERIENCE YOUR FIRST RETREAT IN A ZEN TEMPLE"
This first Zen retreat (first sesshin) is open to everyone. It is particularly aimed at beginners in the practice of Zen.
It is aimed at people wishing to discover Zen meditation, zazen and all aspects of daily life in a Buddhist temple. Teachings and discussions between participants will clarify the posture and state of mind during zazen, the meaning of the ceremonies and the practice in general.
The programme includes learning zazen (sitting meditation) and kinhin (walking meditation), as well as a number of teachings, the practice of samu (voluntary work for the community) and ritualised meals taken in silence.
Master Wang-Genh, the abbot of the monastery, will be giving talks at on the specifics of Zen meditation and Zen Buddhism. It will be possible to ask him questions during individual talks - dokusan - or in assembly - mondo.
This retreat is an opportunity for everyone to immerse themselves in the heart of Sôtô Zen, experiencing a practice that has been handed down through the centuries and permeates every aspect of daily life.
PROGRAMM
The sesshin (first retreat) will take place from Friday 18 October to Sunday 20 October. Arrival is scheduled for Thursday 18 October at 5pm. The introductory lecture is at 7pm. Departure is on Sunday 20 October after lunch at around 2pm-3pm.
RATES
(INCLUDING TUITION, ACCOMMODATION AND MEALS)
- Full pension : €311 (€235 for students and jobseekers, €150 for under-25s)
To participate in the activities of the monastery, you must be a member of the Association of the Zen Temple of Weiterswiller. Annual fee: 15 €.
INFORMATION : The Community of Communes of Hanau La Petite Pierre has introduced a tourist tax on the territory to contribute to the development of tourism activities. This tourist tax is applicable from May 1st 2022 at a rate of 80 cents per person per night (to pay in addition to the sesshin).
Or I send an email to info@meditation-zen.org
PRACTICAL INFORMATION
IMPORTANT - please take note of :
- membership conditions
- what to bring with you
- access to the temple (by train or car)
- the possibility of car pooling
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SHALL WE TRAVEL TOGETHER?
As a participant, we offer you the opportunity to organise car pooling so that you can share the cost while reducing your carbon footprint. And all this while sharing a moment of conviviality with other retreatants :)
