Sesshin is a traditional Japanese word which means "Touch the spirit". It refers to a zen meditation retreat during which the practitioners live to the rhythm of the intensive practice in the Zen temple.

Such a period usually alternates four sessions of Zazen a day with periods of free time, meals, traditional ceremonies and participation in the necessary tasks of the temple (Samu).

Monks and nuns of the Sangha come together during Sesshins to deepen their practice under the Master's direction. Sesshins also allows beginners to discover authentic temple life.

Indeed sesshins offer a perfect framework to deepen and refresh the practice of Zen.


Sesshins led by zen Master Kosen

Sesshins led by masters of Kosen Sangha

Easter Sesshin 2024

Friday, March 29, 2024 to Monday, April 1, 2024

Easter Sesshin 2024 : Zazen the méditation Zen, Caroux Temple near of Montpellier

The nun San Pai Gabriela Sobel

Sesshin of Saint Céré 2024

Saturday, April 13, 2024 to Sunday, April 14, 2024

Sesshin of Saint Céré 2024 : Zazen the méditation Zen, Zen Dojo of St Céré

Master Jomon Julien

Spring Camp 2024

Wednesday, May 8, 2024 to Sunday, May 12, 2024

Spring Camp 2024 : Zazen the méditation Zen, Caroux Temple near of Montpellier

Master Jomon Julien

Sewing the Kesa 2024

Thursday, June 13, 2024 to Sunday, June 16, 2024

The nun Françoise Kosen Laurent

Amsterdam Sesshin June 2024

Saturday, June 22, 2024 to Sunday, June 23, 2024

Master Soko Leroux

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Next sesshin : from 29 March 2024 to 01 April 2024 - Information and registration to this zen retreat

Easter Sesshin 2024 : Zazen the méditation Zen, Caroux Temple near of Montpellier


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