PILGRIM RETREAT - 7 DAYS

This pilgrimage starts from Lambda Zen Temple in Glarus and crosses the surrounding mountains. Join us and re-examine life and death.

Twice a year, during the first weeks of May and August, we have a Pilgrim Retreat during which we cross the Alps of Glarus. The pilgrimage leads through rough terrain and takes place in all weather conditions.

"Doing a pilgrimage means to go into the unknown and to plunge into chaos."

A crack in the wall will let the wind blow in;
a crack in the mind lets demons sneak in.

Hiking Meditation (with Lambda Zen Temple just behind the crest on the right)

Hiking meditation in the Swiss Alps - Lambda Zen Temple

Looking into valley of Glarus with Mount Vorderglärnisch (just above Lambda Zen Temple)

Hiking meditation at Mount Schilt in the Swiss Alps - Lambda Zen Temple

Hiking meditation, in front of mount Schilt

SCHEDULE

Monday

19:15 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
22:00 Lights Out

Tue, Thu, Sat

4:00 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
5:45 Breakfast
6:30 Walking Meditation, full-day hike (in any weather)
~18:00 Dinner
1h Break
~19:15 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
22:00 Lights Out

Wed, Fri

6:30 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
8:15 Breakfast
Module
12:00 Lunch, then break
14:00 Module
18:00 Dinner, then break
19:15 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
22:00 Lights out

Sunday

6:30 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
8:15 Breakfast
Cleanup and Packing
10:00 Sitting Meditation (Zazen)
11:00 End of Retreat

Module (not freely selectable): Sitting Meditation (Zazen), Working (Samu), Cooking, Hiking, Gardening, IT Projects, Cleaning, etc.

The schedule can vary.

STAFF

Munen Alain M. Lafon

I have formally trained for 10 years under the guidance of venerable Zen Monks. This training included stringent monastic practice, a strict daily meditation routine, conducting monthly 7-day retreats, ceremonies, pilgrimages, study trips to Korea and Japan, as well as co-financing and co-building two Zen Temples lead by my teachers.

Now, this work is complete. As thanks to my teachers and to pay their kindness forward, I have opened Lambda Zen Temple to the public for daily practice. From the deepest heart I bow and thank all my teachers, free from east and west.

Monika Bieri

Monika Bieri has a university degree in psychology and an additional degree as an art therapist. In her studio (malatelier-glarus.ch) she offers art therapy as well as painting according to Arno Stern.

Since 2013 she has been living in Zen dojos, respectively, at Lambda Zen Temple. Subsequently, she is co-leading daily meditation and monthly retreats.

GENERAL INFORMATION

Equipment

Good hiking gear
• Sturdy hiking boots (no low shoes)
• Protection against the rain
• Flashlight
• Drinking bottles for full day hiking
• Sun screen
• Recommended: Hiking poles

Participation

It is mandatory to participate in at least one monthly retreat at Lambda Zen Temple before applying for the Pilgrim Retreat.

The Pilgrim Retreat is physically and mentally challenging. Please note that we take no responsibility for accidents and illnesses.

Donation

500 CHF for the retreat
(plus 26.40 CHF visitor's tax)

Payment information is on the donation site.

PROGRAM

The Pilgrim Retreat is always in the beginning of May and August. Here is the upcoming schedule:

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