ROHATSU SESSHIN ( 臘八攝心 )

The 8th of December is traditionally held in Japanese Zen linages to commemorate the awakening of Shâkyamuni Buddha. It is called Rôhatsu, which literally means "the eighth day of the twelfth month". 

This sesshin is aimed primarily at people who have dedicated themselves to the Zen Path. It is a very intensive practice that offers the opportunity to go beyond your own limits, to increase your focus and to strengthen your own development. Differently than in regular monastic Rohatsu retreat, participants will return each day home, for a night rest, and will return to zendo early next morning.

Participants are encouraged to endure the whole retreat from the beginning to the end. Participation to introductory session is must, especially for those who have no experience in Zen meditation, intensive Zen practice, or Hinotori Zendo. 

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Der 8. Dezember wird traditionell in japanischen Zen-Linien abgehalten, um an…