The term sesshin, which is commonly used in Zen for retreats lasting several days, comes from the Japanese. It literally means ”gathering the heart-mind”. Based on the tradition in Japanese monasteries, it is a five to seven-day intensive period of practice that we spend together in one place and in silence. A sesshin day includes several periods of meditation, working meditation (samu), a Dharma exposition (teisho), individual talks (daisan/dokusan) and meals together.
Upcoming Sesshins
Fall Sesshin 2025
September 26 - October 03, 2025
Summer break 26.7. - 30.8.
The last evening zazen before the summer break will take place on 21.7.
