This is an extended, silent retreat usually lasting from 3 to 9 days. Literally meaning “to unify the mind,” sesshin is when we set aside the regular Center schedule and devote ourselves to continuous samadhi practice. Each day several blocks of zazen are integrated with walking meditation, face-to-face meetings with Roshi Egyoku and other teachers, mindful work practice, chanting, oryoki meals, dharma talks and rest periods. Here is a sample sesshin schedule.

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Upcoming Sesshin Dates:

Introduction to Sesshin	May 22, 2008 - May 24, 2008	Application...
Maezumi Roshi Memorial Sesshin	July 20, 2008 - July 26, 2008	Application...
Autumn Sesshin	October 06, 2008 - October 11, 2008	Application...
Rohatsu Sesshin	December 05, 2008 - December 13, 2008	Application...
End-of-Year Sesshin (end 1:00pm on 12/31)	December 26, 2008 - December 31, 2008	Application...