Arrival: Friday August 1 between 3pm and 6pm.
Ends: Saturday August 9.
Only those who receive the precepts at the following session (Session “Receiving – Transmitting the Precepts”, August 11 to 17) may take part in this workshop.
The kesa is Buddha’s garment. Originally, Shakyamuni Buddha collected old rags, washed and dyed them with earth – kesa means “earth color” – assembled them meticulously stitch by stitch, then clothed himself in them.
The kesa has since been handed down from master to disciple.
Sewing the kesa follows very precise rules derived from tradition.
You generally sew it yourself, under the guidance of a teacher, with the great concentration that comes from the spirit of zazen.
The rakusu is one form of kesa worn in everyday life. It is transmitted to us when we receive the precepts.
