This page tells you about the forms we follow here during sesshin when we're open for in-person practice. What we do during virtual at-home retreats is a modification of the information below. The forms themselves are not as important as the opportunity they give us to put aside self-involvement and pay attention to our actions in and around the zendo. Please ask questions about things you don’t understand so that you feel comfortable practicing here. Do your best to follow along with what’s happening, but don’t worry about making a mistake. All practitioners were once beginners too. Read more about sesshin: context and approach are here and FAQ is here.
Zazen |
Kinhin |
If the zendo door is closed, zazen has begun. Please wait to enter the zendo until the next kinhin period.
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Morning bows and greeting
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Formally exiting the zendo for meals
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Eating meals
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More things to know
Here's a printable version of this information as a trifold brochure.
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