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GOTAN E sesshin april 7-10
The Gotan-e sesshin is held every year at Ryumonji to celebrate the anniversary of the birth of Shakyamuni Buddha, the historical Buddha.
So every year we practice a sesshin, a 4-day silent retreat. A way of plunging into the heart of zazen, the Soto Zen meditation through which the Buddha awakened, under a tree, more than 2600 years ago.
The sesshin takes place in early spring, when nature awakens and offers an example of beautiful, ever-renewing energy. This year, the Gotan-e will follow the schedule of the Rohatsu sesshin (see below).
Teachings will be given by Master Reigen Wang-Genh, assisted by experienced monks and nuns. It is also possible to ask him questions in private - dokusan - or in assembly - mondo.
The sesshin will take place from 7 to 10 April. Arrival on Thursday 6 April at 5pm. Meal at 8:30pm. Departure Monday, April 10 after lunch. Especially for this sesshin, it is really desirable to be present from start to finish.
RATES
(Teaching, accommodation and meals included)
- Full retreat: 230 € / 167 € (for students and job seekers)
- Bed sheet rental: 6 €
- 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 €.
or write an email to info@meditation-zen.org.
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).
TO BRING
- For meditation (zazen): kimono OR comfortable, dark clothing for practice. If you have a zafu (black or brown meditation cushion), you can bring it.
- For meals: bowl + spoon + fork + a large dark napkin to wrap the bowl + a small white handkerchief-type napkin
- For the beds: single duvet cover + single fitted sheet + pillowcase - Sleeping bags not allowed.
- For everyday use: shoes and work clothes, sandals or flip-flops (to be removed easily), slippers for indoors
- Please bring biodegradable hygiene products.
- Possibility to borrow some items on site.
- Some items are for sale at the temple store.
Note: mobile phones must be completely switched off throughout the monastery in order to maintain a quiet atmosphere. Possibility to make phone calls in the car parks.
ACCESS
By train
If you need to arrive at Ingwiller station, please coordinate your arrival with the secretariat.
SCHEDULE FOR THE GOTAN E SESSHIN
Schedule may change.
FRIDAY - SUNDAY
| 4:00 | Wake up |
|---|---|
| 4:30 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Tea break |
| 6:30 - 8:00 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Ceremony |
| 8:00 - 8:30 | Genmai Coffee - rest |
| 9:30 - 12:00 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Nitchu - Ceremony |
| 12:30 | Meal Coffee - rest |
| 14:45 - 17:15 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Banka - Ceremony |
| 17:45 | Evening meal |
| 18:30 | Samu - cleaning |
| 19:00 - 20:30 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Kaijo - Ceremony |
| 20:45 | Herbal Tea |
| 21:00 | Bed time |
MONDAY
| 4:00 | Wake up |
|---|---|
| 4:30 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Tea break |
| 6:30 - 8:00 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Ceremony |
| 8:00 - 8:30 | Genmai Coffee - rest |
| 9:30 - 12:00 | Zazen - kinhin - zazen Temple Anniversary Ceremony |
| 12:30 | Meal Coffee |
To support your zazen practice - zen meditation - Master Wang-Genh has recorded a series of thematic videos. They are available in French, with English subtitles. You need to enable the subtitles. The views were taken at the Zen monastery Ryumonji (Alsace) where Master Wang-Genh most often resides.
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