Soto Zen Buddhists around the world come together in meditation each December to commemorate the Buddha’s enlightenment. This is called “Rohatsu,” meaning “the eighth day of the twelfth month” in Japanese. We want everyone in the NZC community to have an opportunity to experience this special time of year, so we are offering a variety of options for both full and partial participation. This formal retreat includes zazen, kinhin (walking meditation), services, dharma talks, formal and informal meals, dokusan (meetings with a teacher), and work practice. Date: Wednesday, December 4 to Sunday, December 8 Location: Nebraska Zen Center Registration Deadline: 12/1/2023
Registration Options: In-person: $40/day for members, $50/day for non-members Online: $25/day for members, $30/day for non-members If you are unable to afford the full cost of the event, please contact us at heartlandtemple@nebraskazencenter.org to inquire about fee reductions or waivers. As always, we encourage those who are able to donate an additional amount to help us keep retreats affordable for everyone.
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*Please indicate which days you will attend sesshin and if you are attending in person (full days) or online via Zoom (restricted schedule – morning session, dharma talk and evening session).
Do you have a regular meditation practice? It's not necessary to have any meditation experience prior to this Sesshin.
Are you familiar with Zen Sesshin formats or have you attended any Sesshins or retreats?
Are there any stressful life circumstances that might make the Sesshin difficult for you at this time? (e.g., recent loss of a loved one or job, substance use, fasting, ect.)
Is there anything else that might be helpful for us to know at this time to support you during the Sesshin?
Do you own your own oryoki place setting for meals (bowls, utensils, placemat)? A personal oryoki set is not required to attend the Sesshin. We will provide one if needed.
Do you have any physical illness, food allergies, physical limitations, or special needs?
I understand that my participation in the Sesshin is entirely voluntary and I am free to withdraw or leave the Sesshin at any time without penalty or prejudice, except for the non-refundable fee. At the present time, I am planning to participate in the entire retreat:
I understand I am responsible for my physical and psychological safety throughout and after the Sesshin. Accordingly, in order to be accepted into the Sesshin, I agree that neither Nebraska Zen Center nor any of its employees, officers, board members, or trainees, nor the teacher of the Sesshin will be liable to me or to any other person for any loss or injury suffered by me in connection with my participation in the Sesshin, whether or not caused by an act or omission of Nebraska Zen Center or such persons. I have read the above statement and agree.
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