Friday, December 9, 2022

Rohatsu Sesshin 2022

 The Rohatsu Sesshin is a meditation retreat held annually at Shao Shan Temple the first week in December.  This is a time of concentrated practice to commemorate Shakyamuni Buddha’s enlightenment upon seeing the morning star.

This year was well-attended with the Zendo being completely full for several sections.  The first half of the sesshin was in-person only and the second half was "hybrid" - option for in-person or online participation.  The sesshin included opening and closing ceremonies and each afternoon included a brief dharma talk.

walking meditation

sitting meditation

Formal Oryoki breakfasts (for the first time since 2019!)