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Title	Speaker	Date
Zen Blooming: Living with Pure Presence Serial: KR-00115 The talk discusses the concept of "blooming," a metaphor for genuine, uncontrived living, drawing parallels between Zen practice and natural human expression free of attachments and evaluations. It emphasizes the need for right... *Obstacles, Samadhi, Nirvana, Emotions, Consciousness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 07 1979
Blooming in Mindful Presence Serial: KR-00130 The talk delves into the essence of Zen practice, drawing parallels between natural phenomena and spiritual activities like Zazen. It emphasizes the concept of "blooming" as an expression of engaging fully in the present moment,... *Samadhi, Obstacles, Chanting, Nirvana, Emotions, Delusion*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 07 1979
The Perfection of Zen Causality Serial: KR-00114 The talk explores the Zen concept of causality beyond conventional understanding, emphasizing the "perfection of causality" and its manifestation in practice. It introduces two aspects of causality, "raku" and "mai," as well as... Funeral, Realization, Separation, Causation, Birth-and-Death, Consciousness, Rinzai...	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 06 1979
Perfect Causality: Unity in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00129 This talk explores the themes of causality and practice in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the concept of perfect causality and its manifestation through practice, as described in Dogen's teachings. The discussion centers on the... Birth-and-Death, Consciousness, Funeral, Patience, Realization, Rinzai, Separation...	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 06 1979
Contentment in Simplicity: The Zen Path Serial: KR-00112 The talk focuses on the concept of "less desire" in Buddhism, which emphasizes minimizing desires rather than their total elimination, as expounded by Buddha and interpreted by Dogen Zenji. The discussion elaborates on how daily... *Compassion, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 05 1979
Embrace Stillness Amidst Chaos Serial: KR-00113 The talk focuses on embracing serenity and tranquility amidst life's chaos, using the concept of "non-doing" or dynamic silence, which is a state of being that transcends external disturbances. It discusses overcoming attachment... *Suffering, Consciousness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 05 1979
Tranquility Through Effortless Detachment Serial: KR-00127 The talk explores the concept of "non-doing" as a dynamic state of silent activity, using the story of a monk seeking quietude to illustrate that tranquility is found through detachment rather than physical solitude. It... *Zazen*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 05 1979
Serenity Through Minimal Desire Serial: KR-00128 The talk focuses on the concept of "less desire" as interpreted in Buddhist teachings, particularly through the lens of Dogen Zenji's guidance on confining human desires and understanding satisfaction to achieve a state of... *Compassion, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 05 1979
Riding Beyond Desires to Freedom Serial: KR-00110 The talk explores the first of the Eight Awarenesses of Enlightened Persons as taught by Shakyamuni Buddha, focusing on the concept of having few desires. This involves not overly seeking objects related to the five desires (... *Compassion, Consciousness, Eight Awarenesses, Happiness, Patience, Suffering*...	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 02 1979
Few Desires, Eternal Peace Serial: KR-00111 The talk explores the concept of having "few desires" as a way to cultivate merit and achieve a peaceful state of mind in Zen practice. It emphasizes sitting in Zazen as a means to avoid being swayed by transient thoughts and... *Concentration, Consciousness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 02 1979
Desireless Zen: Path to Peace Serial: KR-00124 The talk emphasizes the virtues of possessing few desires, which aligns with Buddhist teachings on achieving peace and equilibrium through simplicity and non-attachment. The concept of Zazen, or seated meditation, is highlighted... *Concentration, Consciousness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 02 1979
Desireless Equilibrium: Path to Enlightenment Serial: KR-00125 The talk delves into the first two awarenesses of the enlightened person according to Buddhist teachings: having few desires and finding satisfaction, using translations from "Shobo Genzo" by Dogen and "Enlightenment, Hazy Moon... *Samadhi, Happiness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 02 1979
Harmony in Life's Koan Dualities Serial: KR-00121 The talk explains a koan from Zen Buddhism by emphasizing its understanding of truth and manifestation, as outlined in Dogen's "Genjo Koan," where koan conveys eternal truth manifesting in everyday life. The discussion centers... *Funeral, Causation, Buddha Nature, Karma, Interdependence*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 01 1979
Kozai and the Dance of Duality Serial: KR-00126 The talk investigates the concept of kozai in Zen, emphasizing its dualistic aspects and its connection to fundamental Buddhist teachings. It explores the story between Hyakujo and a transformed fox, illustrating the relationship... *Bowing, Funeral, Conversation, Nirvana, Hate*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 01 1979
Harmonious Being Through Zen Presence Serial: KR-00108 The talk delves into the Zen concepts of "shobo" and "dharma," emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance and a correct posture in meditation as essential for achieving a harmonious state of being. It stresses returning to... *Hindrances, Posture, Teacher-and-Student, Realization, Samadhi, Concentration*...	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 28 1979
Awakening Through Harmonious Living Serial: KR-00109 The talk discusses the concept of understanding and practicing the "right dharma" by integrating oneself with objects, exemplified by becoming one with a bicycle. Emphasis is placed on practicing under the guidance of a teacher,... *Eight Awarenesses, Transmission, Emotions*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 28 1979
Embodied Zen: Practice and Presence Serial: KR-00119 The talk explores the concept of "Shobo Genzo," focusing on "gen," "ai," and "zo" as facets of right Dharma practice in Zen. The practice of correct posture, the significance of maintaining mental and physical balance, and the... *Samadhi, Posture, Hindrances*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 28 1979
Pedaling into Dharma Harmony Serial: KR-00122 The talk focuses on the concept of understanding "right dharma" and the path to achieving unity with one's practice, exemplified through the metaphor of riding a bicycle. This understanding is crucial for practicing with a "clear... *Eight Awarenesses, Transmission, Emotions*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 28 1979
Embodying Timeless Zen Presence Serial: KR-00107 The talk examines the nature of Buddha-nature and causality, as outlined in Zen teachings, with a focus on Dogen's perspectives. It explains the dual aspects of Buddha-nature and causality as both not falling into and not setting...	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 27 1979
Embracing Causality Through Buddha Nature Serial: KR-00118 The talk discusses the dual aspects of Buddha Nature, emphasizing how truth manifests both as Buddha Nature and non-Buddha Nature, similarly addressing emptiness and causality. By using examples from the Shobogenzo's Daishugyo... *Consciousness, Realization, Funeral, Karma*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 27 1979
Awakening Through Zen Integration Serial: KR-00105 The talk introduces the Zen practice of Shobo Gendo Hachidai Ningaku, the Eight Awarenesses of the Enlightened Person, and its roots in the Nirvana Sutra and Dogen's writings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of the... *Compassion, Eight Awarenesses, Posture, Consciousness, Mahayana, Realization*...	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 26 1979
Harmony in Motion: Zen Practices Serial: KR-00106 The central theme of this talk is the concept of "touched down" in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of having the physical and mental state in harmony during activities such as zazen, gassho, and walking. It highlights... *Community*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 26 1979
Awakening Through Dharma Transmission Serial: KR-00120 The talk explores the eight awarenesses of an enlightened person as outlined in the Shobo Genzo by Dogen Zenji, emphasizing how this ties into the Mahayana version of the Nirvana Sutra. It discusses the concept of "Shobo Genzo,"... *Eight Awarenesses, Compassion, Posture, Consciousness, Nirvana, Mahayana*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 26 1979
Zen Balance in Body and Mind Serial: KR-00123 The talk discusses the practice of Zen, emphasizing the importance of correct posture and actions in zazen, gassho, and bowing as expressions of egolessness and appreciation for existence. The idea of "touched down" and "right... *Eight Awarenesses*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 26 1979
Lama Govinda’s Paper Serial: SF-00010 AIBS The talk addresses the challenge of translating Buddhist teachings into Western languages and perspectives, underlining the effort to detach Buddhism from Western interpretations and biases. The discussion references the siddhas... Emptiness, Sanctuary, Dragons, Birth-and-Death, Lovingkindness, Happiness, Nirvana...	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Aug 05 1978
Hakuin Serial: SF-00138 The talk provides a detailed exploration of the Japanese Zen master Hakuin Ekaku, highlighting his contributions to Zen art and Koan practice. This discussion includes an analysis of Hakuin's paintings, especially those embedded... *Concentration, Bodhidharma, Hate, Lay Practice, Demons*	Kazuaki Tanahashi	Mar 23 1978 Tassajara
Five Masters in the Kamakura Period Serial: SF-00159 The talk explores the transformative teachings of five influential Buddhist masters from the Kamakura period: Honen, Shinran, Ippen, Nichiren, and Dogen. These masters diverged from established traditions to focus on singular... *Lotus Sutra, Chanting, Precepts, Ceremony, Demons, Sangha*	Kazuaki Tanahashi	Mar 03 1978 Tassajara
Becoming Zen: Path to Ego-Free Harmony Serial: KR-00101 The talk elucidates the interconnectedness between student, teacher, and the Zen Center, advocating for an ego-free life to harmonize with others and achieve personal and communal completion. Emphasizing Zen principles, the... *Buddha Nature, Causation, Compassion, Continuous Practice, Realization, Teacher-and-Student...*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 01 1977
Egoless Journey to Pure Land Serial: KR-00100 The talk expounds on the concept of egolessness and its connection to Zen practice and the notion of the "pure land." By emphasizing practices that transcend individual ego, the discussion highlights the interconnectedness and... *Consciousness, Continuous Practice, Nirvana*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 31 1977
Buddha Nature: Navigating Interconnected Realms Serial: KR-00098 The talk explores the ten realms of existence in Buddhism, discussing the concept of samsara and the importance of understanding the interconnectedness of all states of being, emphasizing the middle way as the path to... *Buddha Nature, Impermanence, Nirvana, Realization, Suffering, Ego*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 30 1977
Embracing the Eternal Buddha Nature Serial: KR-00099 The talk discusses the three Buddha bodies—Dharmakaya (ultimate truth), Sambhogakaya (beyond form), and Nirmanakaya (manifestation in the world), exploring the integration of these aspects within the unity of samsara and nirvana... Compassion, Transmission, Politics, Don't Know Mind, Buddha Nature, Mahayana...	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 30 1977
Zen Practice: Embracing Equanimity and Unity Serial: KR-00097 The talk discusses the practice of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of practicing without attachment to the realistic or fantastic aspects of life. It describes the concept of "just doing" as transcending the notions of... *Buddha Nature, Ego, Interview, Nirvana, Precepts, Realization, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 29 1977
Love's Essence: A Buddhist Perspective Serial: KR-00096 The talk focuses on the relationship between words, specifically "love," and the essence of life as seen through a Buddhist lens. It emphasizes that words inherently carry the vibration of life, influencing human experience, and... *Community, Compassion, Consciousness, Hate, Politics, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 28 1977
Walking the Path of Awakening Serial: KR-00094 The talk discusses the concept of "Daiji," correcting a previous interpretation related to Gyo, and explores the idea of spiritual practice as continual movement, described as walking with all beings without stagnation. It... *Buddha Nature, Dharma Transmission, Realization, Transmission, Vinaya*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 26 1977
Egoless Journey to Enlightenment Serial: KR-00092 The talk explores the Zen concept of egolessness, focusing on the abandonment of self to achieve enlightenment and Buddha's compassion. It discusses the process of transcending personal ego within a priest's life, equating it to... *Buddha Nature, Compassion, Continuous Practice, Hindrances, Subject-and-Object, Suffering...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 24 1977
Dharma Connection: Face-to-Face Transmission Serial: KR-00091 The talk dissects the significance of Dharma transmission in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the difference between ceremonial and actual transmissions, with a particular focus on Dogen's critique that genuine transmission, known as... *Dharma Transmission, Buddha Nature*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 23 1977
Awakening Truth in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00090 The talk primarily explores the teachings and the transcription of texts, focusing on the "Shisho" of the Dogen Zenji. Discussing the differences between various Zen writings and the significance of self-awareness (Jikaku) and... *Bodhidharma, Ego, Lay Practice, Realization, Transmission*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 22 1977
Dharma Transmission in Zen Evolution Serial: KR-00089 The talk examines the significance of Dharma transmission within the Soto Zen lineage, focusing on the restructuring initiated by Zen masters during the transition from medieval to modern Japan. The central discussion revolves... *Buddha Nature, Dharma Transmission, Hate, Precepts, Realization, Rinzai, Soto Zen,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 19 1977
Beyond Lineage: All Are Buddhas Serial: KR-00093 The talk delves into the historical and textual intricacies of the Zen lineage, examining the seals of the triple treasure and their placement on names like Shakyamuni, Nyojo, and Shindogen. It also covers Dogen's own teachings... *Lay Practice, Community, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 1977
Satori and the Eighth Consciousness Serial: KR-00095 The talk explores the nuanced difference between awareness and Satori in Zen, specifically through the lens of Alaya Vijnana, the eighth consciousness. It delves into how Satori, often considered a pivotal experience in Rinzai... Happiness, Realization, Buddha Nature, Transmission, Consciousness, Concentration...	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 1977
Ascending the Zen Pole of Effort Serial: KR-00088 The talk explores the Zen concept of proceeding from the top of a 100-feet-high pole, reflecting on teachings by Dogen Zenji about human effort and enlightenment. Using the mondo between Zen Masters Sansho and Seppo from the... *Big Mind, Ego, Separation, Soto Zen*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 03 1976
Silence and the Path to Insight Serial: KR-00084 The main thesis of this talk revolves around a story from the Samyutta Nikaya where Buddha Shakyamuni emphasizes focusing on the Dharma and the 'secret of silence' in human life instead of mundane discussions, such as comparing... *Buddha Nature, Compassion, Emotions, Hate*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 29 1976
Embracing Presence Through Active Inquiry Serial: KR-00085 The talk explores the theme of self-awareness and active engagement with life, emphasizing the importance of transcending traditional boundaries of thought to truly connect with the present moment. The discussion centers around... *Concentration*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 29 1976
Present Moment, Spiritual Flow Serial: KR-00083 This talk discusses the concept of "pure practice" in Zen, emphasizing engagement with present experiences and routines without expectation of reward or specific outcomes. Drawing on teachings from Zen masters like Dogen Zenji... *Hate, Three Treasures*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 21 1976
Mind's Energy: Path to Liberation Serial: KR-00087 The discussion explores the concept of the mind as a source of energy for achieving freedom. The speaker emphasizes the importance of harnessing one's mental capacity to enhance spiritual liberation. The dialogue alludes to the...	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 04 1976
Awakening Through Sound and Self-lessness Serial: SF-00130 Changes that occur during practice period; sutra story of monk retrieving his mother from hell; composing concrete music; This talk explores the transformation experienced during a Zen practice period, emphasizing the dissolution of the individual self through continuous meditation and ceremonies, including contrasts with Western concepts of a fixed... *Practice Period, Ceremony, Mahayana, Nirvana, Karma, Manjushri, Samsara, Bowing, Chanting...*	Philip Whalen	Dec 10 1975
Reviving Zen: Manzan's Reforms Unveiled Serial: KR-00082 The talk focuses on Manzan Zen Master's efforts in reforming Soto Zen's Dharma transmission practices and his emphasis on restoring Dogen Zenji's teachings. Manzan introduces reforms to prevent the nullification of Dharma lineage... *Transmission, Dharma Transmission, Ceremony, Soto Zen, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 17 1975
Zen Manuscripts: Evolutionary Pathways Serial: KR-00080 The talk discusses the preservation and evolution of "Shobo Genzo" through various editions and contributions from significant figures at AHE Monastery and beyond, emphasizing the mimeographing efforts of Sogo and Taiyo Bonsai.... *Soto Zen, Rinzai, Ceremony*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 12 1975
Keizan Zenji: Catalyst of Soto Zen Serial: KR-00078 The talk focuses on the legacy of Keizan Zenji, emphasizing his pivotal role in expanding and formalizing the Soto Zen school, especially by popularizing Dogen's teachings. Keizan's efforts to balance original teachings, such as... *Soto Zen, Transmission, Dharma Transmission, Realization, Lay Practice*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 11 1975
Zen Leadership: Tradition and Transformation Serial: KR-00077 The talk examines historical leadership changes and ideological conflicts within the Soto Zen lineage at Eheji Monastery. It discusses the differing approaches to dharma transmission, the tension between progressive and... *Bodhidharma, Dharma Transmission, Interview, Rinzai, Soto Zen, Transmission*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 10 1975

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