Monday, October 23, 2017

Autumn Sesshin & Kanzeon Eye-Opening

October 20th-22nd was Shao Shan Temple's autumn sesshin (meditation retreat).  Amid the sunny warm autumn days, this year's sesshin was well-attended and inspirational.

One highlight of this retreat was also the unveiling of a Kanzeon Bodhisattva statue that was a gift from Ryuunji Temple in Japan (Shinjo).  An "Eye-Opening Ceremony" for the new statue was part of the Sesshin.  Other highlights included a dharma talk by Rev. Taihaku on teachings from her Japan trip and delicious meals from fresh garden produce!

Zazen

Food offering walk

Food offering

Dharma Talk

Kanzeon Statue - gift from Ryuunji to Shao Shan Temple

Eye-Opening Ceremony