ZEN PRACTICE FOR ALL PEOPLE, WITH BERND BENDER, 1 – 7 NOVEMBER 2024
Dear members of Zen Center Athens,
from November 1 to 7 we will have the pleasure of hosting Bernd Bender from Akazienzendo Berlin at Kaisanji.
Below is an excerpt from the teacher’s website as well as a link to visit it if you would like to get more information and apply for registration.
Respectfully,
Zen Center Athens
“Nestled on a mountainside of Serifos island in the heart of the Aegean Sea, Kaisanji, the “temple between mountains and the sea”, offers a singular opportunity to take your own place. Being present in the here and now lies at the core of Zen practice, and we at Akazienzendo invite you to participate in a special retreat to discover and actualize this place.
All are welcome, from beginners in meditation to seasoned practitioners, to join a six-day retreat that blends serenity with intensity, without being overwhelming. Our daily practice begins at 6:30 in the morning, followed by breakfast served in the traditional Zen Oryoki-style in the meditation hall. Throughout the day, there will be periods of meditation, mindful work in nature, talks, and an extended break after lunch for relaxation and swimming. Introductions in meditation and Oryoki will be provided, along with opportunities for one-on-one conversations with the teacher.
Akazienzendo at Kaisanji offers Zen practitioners a unique space to deepen their practice, while providing beginners with an introduction to Zen amidst breathtaking surroundings and ample support.”
