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

South Sesshin 2024

Saturday, September 28, 2024 to Sunday, September 29, 2024

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

The monk Florian Hara Sho Richter

Autumn Camp 2024

Thursday, October 31, 2024 to Sunday, November 3, 2024

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

La nonne Myokan, Véronique Harruis

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Next sesshin : from 28 September 2024 to 29 September 2024 - Information and registration to this zen retreat

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


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