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However Life Comes ForthSerial: SF-12288 Talk by Seshin Day However Life Comes Forth at Tassajara on 2020-01-29
The talk emphasizes the paradox of Zen practice, exploring the dual role of rigor and spaciousness in the Seshin process. Reflecting on the teachings of Dogen and the Bodhisattva Vows, the discussion addresses the interplay... Bodhisattva, Bell, Healing |
Jan 29 2020 Tassajara |
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Evolving Zen: Embrace Uncertainty's PathSerial: SF-12162 Talk by Paul Haller Seshin Day Investigation May Be So at Tassajara on 2020-01-28
The central theme of the talk focuses on the ongoing journey of Zen practice, specifically examining how teachings evolve over time through personal experience, as illustrated by Dogen’s amendments to his work, "Fukan Zazengi."... Dogen, Blue Cliff Record, Buddhism |
Jan 28 2020 Tassajara |
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Wisdom Through Direct ExperienceSerial: SF-12188 Talk by Paul Haller Sesshin Day Resolve Attention Samadhi at Tassajara on 2020-01-27
The talk focuses on the practice of Zen, particularly emphasizing directed attention and the process of integrating this into both formal meditation and daily life, as outlined in Dogen's "Fukan Zazengi." The... Dogen, Admonitions, Effort |
Jan 27 2020 Tassajara |
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Embodying Dogen's Evolving MindfulnessSerial: SF-12316 Talk by Paul Haller Seshin Day Resolve Attention Samadhi at Tassajara on 2020-01-27
This talk explores the evolution of Dogen Zenji's writings, particularly focusing on the Fukan Zazengi across different versions, and the development of certain teachings over time to emphasize engagement with practice through... Dogen, Effort, Breath |
Jan 27 2020 Tassajara |
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Nature and Experience: The Spiritual Context (video)Serial: SF-11163 01/25/2020, Kyoshin Wendy Lewis, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the themes of nature and experience, examining how human nature, self-reflection, and spiritual context influence individual actions and perceptions. It delves into the tension between creation and destruction... Time, Bodhisattva, Buddhism |
Jan 25 2020 City Center |
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Reimagining Power Through Spiritual ReflectionSerial: SF-12353 Talk by Wendy Lewis at City Center on 2020-01-25
The talk explores the theme of reimagining power through spiritual reflection, addressing the interplay between human nature, historical continuity, and our relationship to power and destruction. The discussion emphasizes the... Bodhisattva, Buddhism, Tassajara |
Jan 25 2020 City Center |
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Solitude, Nature, and Mindful AwakeningSerial: SF-12229 Talk by Wendy Lewis at City Center on 2020-01-22
The talk explores the relationship between solitude, nature, and mindfulness within Buddhist practice. It emphasizes the role of shamatha and vipassana meditation techniques, particularly focusing on the Four Foundations of... Mindfulness, Effort, Tassajara |
Jan 22 2020 City Center |
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Legacy of Unity and GenerositySerial: SF-11032 Talk by Nikki Mirghafori at City Center on 2020-01-20
The talk explores the profound theme of impermanence, unity, and the practice of generosity, emphasizing how these principles relate to personal and communal legacies within the context of Zen and Theravada traditions. It... Generosity, Practice, Diversity |
Jan 20 2020 City Center |
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Delusion and Enlightenment in HarmonySerial: SF-12272 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Green Gulch Farm on 2020-01-19
This talk explores the intricate relationship between delusion and enlightenment within Zen practice, proposing that these states are interconnected and not opposed. The discussion emphasizes the dual path where both delusion and... Delusion, Awakening, Enlightenment |
Jan 19 2020 Green Gulch Farm |
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Racial Inquiry and Zen Practice (video)Serial: SF-11337 01/18/2020, Sarah Emerson, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk delves into the interplay between race, racial inquiry, and Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging and addressing racial identity within the context of Dharma to promote liberation from suffering. The... Practice, Time, Love |
Jan 18 2020 City Center |
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Infinite Compassion: Listening and RespondingSerial: SF-10929 Talk by Eijun Linda Cutts at Green Gulch Farm on 2020-01-17
This talk explores Chapter 25 of the Lotus Sutra, focusing on the universal gateway of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, renowned as the Bodhisattva of Infinite Compassion. The discussion underlines the chapter’s significance in... Compassion, Bodhisattva, Practice |
Jan 17 2020 Green Gulch Farm |
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Mindfulness for Justice and ChangeSerial: SF-10946 Talk by Larry Ward at City Center on 2020-01-16
The talk focuses on the themes of mindfulness, spiritual practice, and social justice, exploring how practice can transform individual and societal consciousness. The discussion weaves the teachings of Martin Luther King Jr.,... Practice, Love, Buddhism |
Jan 16 2020 City Center |
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Zen Practices for Everyday PeaceSerial: SF-12228 Talk by Michael M Hord at City Center on 2020-01-15
The talk focuses on integrating Zen principles from monastery life into everyday activities to achieve inner peace and mindfulness. It emphasizes four key practices: giving full attention to one task at a time, recognizing the... Zazen, Bell, Giving |
Jan 15 2020 City Center |
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Zen's Dance of Mutual AwakeningSerial: SF-12328 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Green Gulch Farm on 2020-01-12
The talk addresses the concept of "Zen's Dance of Mutual Awakening," emphasizing the importance of realizing the truth of the Buddha's teachings, characterized by a continuous, imperceptible mutual assistance among all beings. It... Delusion, Stillness, Silence |
Jan 12 2020 Green Gulch Farm |
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Practicing in the Flames (video)Serial: SF-11272 01/11/2020, Tenzen David Zimmerman, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the teachings of the Zen practice with a focus on Dogen's "Mountains and Waters Sutra," emphasizing the interconnectedness of nature and self. The discussion highlights how immersion and observation of nature,... Practice, Study, Dogen |
Jan 11 2020 City Center |
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Mountains and Waters: A Zen UnitySerial: SF-12226 Talk by David Zimmerman at City Center on 2020-01-11
The talk explores the profound teachings in Dogen Zenji's "Mountains and Waters Sutra," emphasizing the unity of human beings and nature as a path to enlightenment. It reflects on the Zen practice at the Tassajara Zen Mountain... Dogen, Zazen, Tassajara |
Jan 11 2020 City Center |
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Ugly Stitch Zen: Embrace ImperfectionSerial: SF-12297 Talk by Tim Wicks at City Center on 2020-01-08
The talk focuses on the Zen practice of sewing and its transformative power as a meditation and a connection to the sacred, particularly through the crafting of the kesa or Buddha's robe. Emphasizing imagination and labor, the... Okesa, Ordination, Community |
Jan 08 2020 City Center |
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Jukai - Receiving the Bodhisattva Precepts (video)Serial: SF-11339 01/04/2020, Rinso Ed Sattizahn, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the significance of the Lay Bodhisattva Initiation Ceremony, where participants pledge to uphold the 16 bodhisattva precepts in pursuit of a life aligned with the bodhisattva path. This commitment to following... Vow, Practice, Bodhisattva |
Jan 04 2020 City Center |
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Living Vows: Zen's Path to AwakeningSerial: SF-12339 Talk by Ed Sattizahn at City Center on 2020-01-04
This talk explores the significance of the Bodhisattva Vows in Zen practice, particularly in the context of a Lay Bodhisattva Initiation Ceremony. The discussion addresses the essence of commitment, or vow, which in Buddhism... Vow, Buddha Nature, Bodhisattva |
Jan 04 2020 City Center |
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Unveiling Buddha Nature: The Joshu KoanSerial: SF-11155 Talk by Heather Iarruso at City Center on 2020-MM-DD
The talk examines Zen practice with a focus on "The Gateless Gate" collection, highlighting a specific koan: "Has a dog, the Buddha nature?" The koan, featuring Zen master Joshu's response "Mu," is used to illustrate how Zen... Buddha Nature, Buddha, Koan |
2020 City Center |
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Compassionate Living as EnlightenmentSerial: SF-11182 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Green Gulch Farm on 2020-MM-DD
The talk focuses on the Zen practice of engaging with and responding to one's immediate circumstances, including suffering, by emulating Buddha's virtues of gentleness, flexibility, harmony, honesty, and uprightness. The speaker... Practice, Buddha, Doubt |
2020 Green Gulch Farm |
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Embrace Uncertainty, Discover IntimacySerial: SF-11285 Talk by Sonja Gardenshwartz on 2020-MM-DD
The talk emphasizes the theme of embracing the "don't know" mind, a Zen concept that involves openness to uncertainty and surprise as a form of presence and intimacy with life. The discussion draws on Zen teachings, highlighting... Time, Intention, Practice |
2020 |
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Cultivating Compassionate Presence Through ZenSerial: SF-12322 Talk by Susan O Connell at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-12-29
The talk explores the concept of compassion, examining personal barriers to practicing it and strategies for fostering it. It discusses compassion's complexity, differentiates it from related concepts like pity, and emphasizes... Enemies, Gratitude, Commitment |
Dec 29 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Zen and the Art of OrdinarySerial: SF-12311 Talk by Bryan Clark at City Center on 2019-12-28
The talk focuses on the concept of "ordinary mind is the way" in Zen Buddhism, examining how the pursuit of understanding can lead to delusion and miss the essence of Zen practice, which is to simply embody the state of ordinary... Ordinary Mind, Koan, Delusion |
Dec 28 2019 City Center |
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Perception's Flow: Seeing Beyond SelfSerial: SF-12207 Talk by Hakusho Ostlund at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-12-22
The talk discusses Eihei Dogen's "Mountains and Water Sutra," emphasizing the importance of questioning our fixed perspectives and how these views shape our reality. The discussion highlights how different beings—including... Vow, Study, Practice Period |
Dec 22 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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From Self to Altruistic ZenSerial: SF-12241 Talk by Shundo David Haye at City Center on 2019-12-21
The talk discusses the transformation in Zen practice from self-centered motivations to altruistic behaviors, emphasizing the Bodhisattva vows and six perfections as outlined in several influential books. It explores themes of... Four Methods of Guidance, Dogen, Meditation |
Dec 21 2019 City Center |
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Embodying Interconnectedness through Just SittingSerial: SF-12263 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-12-19
The talk examines Dogen's fascicle "Mountains and Waters Sutra" and its impact on Zen practice, emphasizing the concept of embodying interconnectedness through "Shikantaza" or "just sitting." It... Dogen, Shikantaza, Practice Period |
Dec 19 2019 Tassajara |
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Embracing Crisis Through Transcendent WisdomSerial: SF-12173 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-12-15
The talk explores how to practice non-attachment in the midst of crisis, using the teaching of the Bodhisattva path. It emphasizes embracing both the danger and opportunity inherent in crises without causing or leaning into... Perfect Wisdom, Bodhisattva, Vow |
Dec 15 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Nature's Path to EnlightenmentSerial: SF-12215 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-12-15
The talk examines the Zen practice of engaging directly with nature as a path to enlightenment, drawing on Dogen's "Sansuikyo" fascicle. The discussion explores the metaphorical and literal significance of mountains and waters as... Dogen, Study, Awakening |
Dec 15 2019 Tassajara |
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Interconnected Realities in Zen NatureSerial: SF-12330 Talk by David Zimmerman Mountains Are Mountains Waters Are Waters at Tassajara on 2019-12-15
The talk examines Dogen's "Mountains and Waters Sutra" and emphasizes the themes of interconnectedness and the non-dual nature of reality. It explores the metaphorical significance of water and mountains as vehicles for... Dogen, Study, Awakening |
Dec 15 2019 Tassajara |
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Weaving Reality Through StoriesSerial: SF-12256 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2019-12-14
The talk explores the theme of co-creating reality through reflection and narrative, using stories and poetry to illuminate how perceptions of reality are interwoven with personal and collective experiences. Specific references... Delusion, Japan, Generosity |
Dec 14 2019 City Center |
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Flowing Wisdom: Zen's Water PathSerial: SF-12170 Talk by David Zimmerman The Way Of Water at Tassajara on 2019-12-11
The talk centers on the metaphorical exploration of the Zen way as akin to navigating water, emphasizing the inseparability and fluidity of life and practice in Zen. It draws connections between mountain and water practice in Zen... Dharma Transmission, Zazen, Dogen |
Dec 11 2019 Tassajara |
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Zen Crossroads: Legacy and TransformationSerial: SF-12204 Talk by Barbara Matingher at City Center on 2019-12-11
This talk delves into the legacy and impact of Suzuki Roshi at the San Francisco Zen Center, highlighting its development since his arrival in the U.S. in 1959. It explores interactions between Japanese-American and Western... Suzuki Roshi, Zazen, Priest |
Dec 11 2019 City Center |
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Surfing Zen's Fluid WavesSerial: SF-12211 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-12-11
The talk explores Zen teachings on understanding and practicing non-duality, using metaphors of water and fishing to convey spiritual insights. It discusses making oneself receptive to Dharma, letting go of self-identity, and... Dharma Transmission, Zazen, Dogen |
Dec 11 2019 Tassajara |
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Mountains Rivers Zen: Embracing OnenessSerial: SF-12184 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-12-10
The talk discusses the intersection of Zen practice, specifically the San Sui Kyo, with the concept of mountains and waters as metaphors for mindfulness and Zen teachings. The primary focus is on Dogen's insights about the... Dogen, Zazen, Dongshan |
Dec 10 2019 Tassajara |
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Mountains, Waters, and Zen HarmonySerial: SF-12361 Talk by David Zimmerman Mountains As Dwelling Places Of Great Sages at Tassajara on 2019-12-10
The talk centers on an exploration of Dogen's "Sansui Kyo," delving into the intimate relationship between mountains, waters, sages, and Zen practice. It emphasizes the non-dual understanding of nature and practice, where the... Dogen, Zazen, Practice Period |
Dec 10 2019 Tassajara |
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Interwoven Pathways of Spiritual RefugeSerial: SF-12159 Talk by Jody Greene Refuge at Tassajara on 2019-12-09
The talk examines the concept of refuge within Buddhism, contrasting the reliance on external forces with the strength found in personal practice. Using stories from Buddhist traditions, such as those involving Avalokiteshvara,... Fox, Sangha, Three Treasures |
Dec 09 2019 Tassajara |
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Embodied Silence: Pathway to TransformationSerial: SF-12364 Talk by Christina Lehnherr at City Center on 2019-12-07
The talk explores the theme of "Embodied Silence" and its role in personal transformation, highlighting a 10-week practice period involving mindful engagement and exploration of body awareness. The discussion emphasizes the... Practice Period, Silence, Gratitude |
Dec 07 2019 City Center |
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Pathways to Collective EnlightenmentSerial: SF-12302 Talk by Christina Lehnherr Rohatsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-06
The talk discusses the transformation of being into enlightenment, drawing comparisons between the realization of one's path and artistic expression without words, emphasizing that enlightenment is a shared journey and inevitable... Stillness, Silence, Jewel Mirror Samadhi |
Dec 06 2019 City Center |
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Embrace Silence, Discover True SelfSerial: SF-12357 Talk by Christina Lehnherr Rosatsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-05
The talk explores the practice of Zazen as a means to connect with one's true nature, emphasizing the importance of non-attachment and non-grasping of thoughts. It highlights the support from the surrounding environment and... Breath, Zazen, Posture |
Dec 05 2019 City Center |
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Embracing Impermanence Through Zen RitualsSerial: SF-12238 Talk by Christina Rohatsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-04
The talk examines the practice of embracing impermanence through Zen, emphasizing the ritualistic nature of Zen ceremonies and the fleeting beauty of each moment. It highlights the concept of the "Merciful Ocean of Buddha’s Way... Letting Go, Zazen, Vimalakirti |
Dec 04 2019 City Center |
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Embracing Present Perfection WithinSerial: SF-12312 Talk by Christina Rohotsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-03
The talk focuses on the concept of embracing the present moment as perfect, as argued through Zen and Dzogchen teachings. It emphasizes the practice of recognizing inherent perfection in both life and self, referencing texts that... Silence, Buddha Nature, Stillness |
Dec 03 2019 City Center |
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Fluid Perception and Buddha NatureSerial: SF-12300 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-12-02
The talk at Tassajara on December 2, 2019, centers on the fluidity and impermanence of perception, using Dogen's teachings as a focal point. The discussion delves into the nature of water as a metaphor for Buddha nature,... Dogen, Study, Money |
Dec 02 2019 Tassajara |
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Beginners Heart: Zen in ActionSerial: SF-12335 Talk by Tim Oconnor Fraser at City Center on 2019-12-02
The talk focuses on the theme of "Beginner's Heart" in Zen practice, highlighting the importance of gratitude, respect, and silence within a community setting. It discusses the Shuso's role in embodying practice by learning... Shuso, Big Mind, Ceremony |
Dec 02 2019 City Center |
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Inner Practice, World TransformationSerial: SF-12178 Talk by Sara Tashker at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-12-01
The talk discusses the interconnectedness of inner and outer experiences, emphasizing the role of spiritual practice, specifically zazen, in addressing global and personal challenges. It underscores the need for enlightened... Zazen, Faith, Study |
Dec 01 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Embrace Silence through Beginner's MindSerial: SF-12292 Talk by Christina L at City Center on 2019-12-01
The talk focuses on the Zen practice of Zazen and Shikantaza, emphasizing the importance of being present, cultivating a beginner's mind and heart, and engaging with the body in the moment. The discussion explores how to create a... Breath, Zazen, Daily Life |
Dec 01 2019 City Center |
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Awakening Through Acts of GivingSerial: SF-12252 Talk by Tova Green at City Center on 2019-11-30
This talk focuses on the theme of 'giving' within Zen practice, discussing its role as the first of the six paramitas and its connection to ethical living through the Buddhist precepts. Emphasis is placed on the transformative... Precepts, Giving, Practice Period |
Nov 30 2019 City Center |
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Rethinking Water, Rethinking LifeSerial: SF-12369 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-11-27
The talk explores perceptions of water through the metaphor in David Foster Wallace's commencement speech, challenging participants to question their unexamined beliefs. Attendees are encouraged to reconsider their views on... Bell, Community |
Nov 27 2019 Tassajara |
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Manjushri: Slicing Through DualitySerial: SF-12160 Talk by Jody Greene Manjushri A.k.a.the Real Head Monk at Tassajara on 2019-11-25
The talk focuses on the embodiment of wisdom through the figure of Manjushri, a bodhisattva associated with wisdom in Zen Buddhism. The discussion explores the symbolism of Manjushri, particularly his sword which signifies the... Manjushri, Practice Period, Silence |
Nov 25 2019 Tassajara |
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Listening as a Transformative PracticeSerial: SF-12248 Talk by Theimo Blank at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-11-24
The talk explores the concept of listening as a profound and essential practice, connecting it to both personal interactions and Zen Buddhist teachings. Drawing on a quote from Winnie the Pooh, mediation training experiences, and... Right Speech, Zazen, Eightfold Path |
Nov 24 2019 Green Gulch Farm |