Sesshin is a Zen term that means “touch the essential” o “unify the mind” and refers to an intensive period of Zen meditation practice. Durante una sesshin, participants withdraw from the outside world to dedicate several days to the continuous practice of zazen (sitting meditation), with few interruptions for eating and resting. These intensive sessions can last from one day to a week or more..
A sesshin is an opportunity to deepen the practice of meditation. Often, includes the guidance and teachings of a Zen master, who offers instructions and answers to the disciples' questions, facilitating deep introspection and connection with the essence of Buddhist practice.