ZenistBuddha's Enlightenment Vigil
Zen
An overnight silent vigil on the anniversary of Buddha's enlightenment, held in-person with continuous zazen from evening through dawn. The retreat begins with a potluck supper and opening remarks, includes optional breaks during the night sitting, and closes with a morning service at 7:00 AM.
About this retreat
This is a one-night sitting held on Bodhi Day (or near it), marking the date of Shakyamuni Buddha's awakening under the Bodhi tree. The format is straightforward: you arrive for a potluck supper and opening remarks, then sit zazen continuously through the night with breaks available if needed, and conclude with a service at 7:00 AM.
The center has not yet published information about the lead teacher, experience requirements, or other logistical details. Contact Zen Mountain Monastery directly for more information about what to expect and whether prior sitting experience is required.
Originally listed on Zen Mountain Monastery's website.
Full details from Zen Mountain Monastery
A silent, all-night vigil celebrating Shakyamuni Buddha's enlightenment with deep zazen practice. The event begins with an informal potluck supper and opening remarks, followed by continuous sitting through the night with optional breaks, concluding with a morning service at 7:00 AM.
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