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Sesshin Talk Day 2 - Stepping Stones on the Path Serial: SF-11776 12/5/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the practice of Zen through the teachings of Dogen Zenji, particularly focusing on the "Bendowa." It emphasizes the concept of "best effort" in practice, the art of embracing each moment, and the interplay... *Effort, Buddha, Time*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Dec 05 2011 City Center
Sesshin Talk Day 1 - Rediscovering the Request of Practice Serial: SF-11757 12/4/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the significance of Shashin, highlighting the transition from habitual life patterns to engaging deeply with the practice of Zen as a method of achieving authentic presence. It explores the idea of leaving... *Practice, Zazen, Commitment*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Dec 04 2011 City Center
Suzuki Roshi's Fortieth Anniversary Serial: SF-11856 12/4/2011, Edward Espe Brown dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk discusses the significance of honoring Suzuki Roshi and the essence of Zen practice, emphasizing the discovery of one's true nature and 'inmost request.' It reflects on personal experiences and teachings of Suzuki Roshi... *Suzuki Roshi, Time, Zendo*	Edward Espe Brown	Dec 04 2011 Green Gulch Farm
The Bodhisattva's Four Methods of Occupation Serial: SF-11764 12/3/2011, Robert Thomas dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the alignment of Buddhist principles, particularly those of the bodhisattva, with contemporary social movements such as the Occupy movement. Emphasizing the bodhisattva's methods of guidance—generosity, kind... *Bodhisattva, Intention, Four Methods of Guidance*	Do-on Robert Thomas	Dec 03 2011 City Center
Dwelling In Peace Serial: SF-11848 11/30/2011, Mark Lancaster dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the theme of "continuous practice" and "dwelling in peace" within the Zen tradition, highlighting the concept of starting anew moment by moment and the acceptance of one's own imperfections. It emphasizes the... *Practice, Delusion, Work*	Mark Lancaster	Nov 30 2011 City Center
Right Intention and the Heart of Gratitude Serial: SF-11771 11/27/2011, Meg Levie dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk examines the themes of gratitude, intention, and mindfulness within the context of Zen practice. It highlights the importance of understanding and forming right intention as part of the Noble Eightfold Path, emphasizing... *Intention, Practice, Suffering*	Sessei Meg Levie	Nov 27 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Seeing Ourselves Clearly Serial: SF-11739 11/26/2011, Tenzen David Zimmerman dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the theme of perception and the metaphorical blindness humans experience in understanding their own lives and others. It highlights the dual vision of seeing the world through a "dharma eye," which is clear and... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Nov 26 2011 City Center
Your Winter Self Serial: SF-11869 11/22/2011, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk addresses the inherent simplicity and complexity found in Zen practice, focusing on the concepts of faith and original self as expounded in the Genjo Koan. It discusses the importance of recognizing one’s “original self... *Sanctuary, Practice Period, Time*	Leslie James	Nov 22 2011 Tassajara
Hearing the Dharma Serial: SF-11884 11/20/2011, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk discusses the significance of listening and hearing in the context of Buddhist practice, emphasizing the role of "śrāvakas" or hearers in the Buddha's tradition. It explores the concept of the "three prajnas" (wisdoms... *Buddha, Practice, Dharmakaya*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Nov 20 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Saturday Talk Serial: SF-11855 11/19/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the interplay between delusion and awareness within Zen practice, emphasizing the need to integrate basic teachings into one's life. It discusses how Zazen allows practitioners to navigate the challenges of... *Practice, Consciousness, Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Nov 19 2011 City Center
Faith in Practice, Part 2: Further Commentaries on the Eihei Koso Hotsuganmon Serial: SF-11693 11/18/2011, Sojun Mel Weitsman, dharma talk at Tassajara. The discussion focuses on the practice of Zen vows, contrasting the ideals of strong, permanent vows with the notion of maintaining flexible, realistic intentions within one's practice. The talk explores themes from Zen... *Practice, Vow, Buddha*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 18 2011 Tassajara
Buck Enters the World of Perfection Serial: SF-11773 11/17/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk examines the interplay of self-awareness and the interconnectedness of all beings within the context of Zen practice, particularly through the act of bowing. It questions the nature of suffering and explores the wisdom... *Bowing, Time, Work*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Nov 17 2011 Tassajara
Whatever Leads to Joy Serial: SF-11794 11/16/2011, Jisan Tova Green dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the concept of aversion within the context of Zen practice, exploring how it manifests in personal experiences, relationships, community dynamics, and global issues. It emphasizes confronting aversion rather... *Practice, Work, Practice Period*	Jisan Tova Green	Nov 16 2011 City Center
The Practice of Awakening - Class 8 Serial: SF-11699 11/15/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of not knowing within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of experiential understanding over intellectual knowing. The discussion links this to Zazen, encouraging an exploration of physical... *Practice, Study, Faith*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Nov 15 2011 City Center
Faith in Practice: Commentary on the Eihei Koso Hotsuganmon Serial: SF-11826 11/15/2011, Sojun Mel Weitsman dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the practice of faith in the Dharma as expounded by Dogen in Ehei Koso Hotsugo Mon, emphasizing the importance of inspiration, the process of renunciation, and the role of ancestors and teachings in verifying... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Zazen*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 15 2011 Tassajara
Buddha Nature, Horse Sense and Patachara's Pride Serial: SF-11703 11/13/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature, underscoring its presence in every moment and challenging the notion of pride and preconceptions that hinder true understanding. Through reflections on the practices of zazen and... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Time*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Nov 13 2011 Tassajara
Embracing the Great Vehicle: Surrender to Grief Serial: SF-11738 11/13/2011, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the interplay between the cyclical nature of life and the practice of grief and surrender as tools for spiritual liberation. The speaker discusses the transformation that occurs when one embraces changing... *Time, Happiness, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 13 2011 Green Gulch Farm
The Ten Powers of the Bodhisattvas Serial: SF-11655 11/12/2011, Sojun Mel Weitsman dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the concept of the ten powers of a bodhisattva and their applicability in Zen practice. It explores the importance of understanding karma as indeterminate, emphasizing the power to alter one's karma and life... *Practice, Time, Karma*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 12 2011 Tassajara
Continuous Practice Serial: SF-11803 11/12/2011, Shosan Victoria Austin dharma talk at City Center. The talk addresses the theme of "continuity of practice," investigating what motivates persistent effort in one's practice over a lifetime, despite changing circumstances. It emphasizes the role of the Bodhisattva vow and the... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Practice Period*	Shosan Victoria Austin	Nov 12 2011 City Center
The Practice of Awakening - Class 7 Serial: SF-11770 11/10/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on the notion of integrating Zen awareness into everyday experiences, emphasizing the importance of perceiving and accepting life as it is rather than being dominated by preconceived ideas and agendas. It... *Practice, Letting Go, First Principle*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Nov 10 2011 City Center
Denkoroku Class - Daman Hongren Serial: SF-11673 11/8/2011, Sojun Mel Weitsman dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the Buddhist concept of original nature through the story of Konin, who interacts with Doshin and claims Buddha nature as his true identity, emphasizing the non-dualistic perspective that transcends social and... *Buddha Nature, Name, Buddha*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 08 2011 Tassajara
The History of our Relationship with Rinso-in Serial: SF-11656 11/6/2011, Sojun Mel Weitsman dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the historical and ongoing connection between the San Francisco Zen Center and Rinsuin Temple in Japan. It details the origins of this relationship, including the influence of Suzuki Roshi, and the evolution of... *Japan, Suzuki Roshi, Dharma Transmission*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 06 2011 Tassajara
Samsara and what to do about it Serial: SF-11878 11/6/2011, Steve Weintraub dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores themes of inclusivity, the persistent nature of problems in life, and Zen teachings on the nature of suffering and change. By recounting a fairy tale, it emphasizes the importance of embracing challenges rather... *Samsara, Suzuki Roshi, Time*	Steve Weintraub	Nov 06 2011 Green Gulch Farm
What are you afraid of? Serial: SF-11732 11/5/2011, Zesho Susan O'Connell dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on practicing with fear and offers three antidotes: calm abiding through radical acceptance, adaptive reasoning with fearful thoughts, and expressing compassion for vulnerability. The discussion delves into how... *Study, Practice, Work*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Nov 05 2011 City Center
Buddha Work! Serial: SF-11860 11/4/2011, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on Zen practice, exploring the theme of "Buddha work" through reflection on ancestors from the Denko Roku, specifically Punya Mitra. It discusses the nature of ordination within different Zen traditions and... *Buddha, Practice, Practice Period*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Nov 04 2011 Tassajara
The Practice of Awakening - Class 6 Serial: SF-11726 11/3/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. This talk discusses the practice of mindfulness and presence, focusing on attention to body and breath, acceptance without judgment, and the challenge of embracing experiences fully. It explores the use of koans to reframe... *Practice, Zazen, Work*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Nov 03 2011 City Center
So It Is Serial: SF-11807 11/2/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the theme "So it is" as a foundational Zen principle, referencing the Heart Sutra and its teachings on perceiving the emptiness of the five skandhas through deep practice of the Prajnaparamita. The speaker... *Zazen, Breath, Practice*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Nov 02 2011 City Center
Denkoroku Class - Gayashata Serial: SF-11741 11/1/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The main thesis of the talk focuses on the historical and ritual significance of the Gyojiki Han observance and its connection to the feeding of hungry ghosts (Preta) during the Ghost Festival, its evolution in China, and how the... *Ceremony, Bell, Time*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Nov 01 2011 Tassajara
Roots to Sustain Serial: SF-11844 10/30/2011, Wendy Johnson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the interplay between tradition and modernity, focusing on the themes of sustainability, interconnectedness, and the importance of storytelling and mindfulness. It emphasizes the significance of honoring the... *Time, Work, Practice*	Wendy Johnson	Oct 30 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Love and Forgiveness Serial: SF-11709 10/29/2011, Kyoshin Wendy Lewis dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concepts of love, forgiveness, and ethics within Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of love and wisdom. Discussion focuses on the Metta Sutta, highlighting the need for boundless, inclusive... *Love, Forgiveness, Wisdom*	Kyoshin Wendy Lewis	Oct 29 2011 City Center
Subduing Demons Serial: SF-11756 10/29/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the enduring practice of "subduing demons" within the context of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of balancing wisdom and compassion. This is illustrated through the story of Anabhote and the demon... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Practice*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 29 2011 Tassajara
Pure Dharma Vessel Serial: SF-11877 10/28/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk addresses the importance of mindful awareness during zazen practice, encouraging practitioners to resist movements by counting breaths, thereby facilitating the discovery of one's intrinsic nature. Through the story of... *Time, Buddha, Practice*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 28 2011 Tassajara
The Sejiki Ceremony: Welcoming Our Wholeness Serial: SF-11683 10/26/2011, Anshin Rosalie Curtis dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on the Sajiki ceremony, a Zen ritual involving offerings to hungry ghosts, which symbolizes addressing both the negative aspects of self and society, using a practice rooted in Buddhist teachings such as the... *Ceremony, Practice, Buddha*	Anshin Rosalie Curtis	Oct 26 2011 City Center
Oats and Obstructions Serial: SF-11789 10/26/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk at Tassajara delves into the early stages of a sashin meditation retreat and the common hindrances faced, particularly emphasizing the "prison of the mind" and exploring the traditional Buddhist concept of the Five... *Time, Practice, Hindrances*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 26 2011 Tassajara
Grief Body Practice Serial: SF-11689 10/25/2011, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the intimate connection between body and mind in the practice of Zazen, primarily through the exploration of independent and interdependent body parts' roles during meditation, drawing on teachings from... *Breath, Practice, Zazen*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 25 2011 Tassajara
The Bodhisattva's Courageous Effort Serial: SF-11737 10/23/2011, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. In this talk, the exploration centers on understanding the delusions of independent existence as the root of craving and attachment, which in turn causes suffering. Practicing mindfulness and studying these delusions, even in... *Delusion, Suffering, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 23 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Saturday Talk Serial: SF-11686 10/22/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the engagement in Zen practice, emphasizing the process as intrinsic to human existence. Central themes include trusting the practice, becoming aware of the causes of suffering, and experiencing awareness... *Suffering, Practice, Buddha*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 22 2011 City Center
The Practice of Awakening - Class 4 Serial: SF-11876 10/20/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk emphasizes the importance of engaging in mindful awareness, particularly through the practice of Zazen. Central to the discussion is the concept that the process of mindfulness involves a deliberate and non-grasping... *Practice, Breath, Mindfulness*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 20 2011 City Center
Dancing with Mara Serial: SF-11766 10/19/2011, Mark Lancaster dharma talk at City Center. The talk delves into the transformative nature of "beginner's mind" within Zen practice, advocating for a shift from linear, goal-oriented thinking to embracing continuous practice amidst life's uncertainties. Central to the... *Practice, Buddha, Practice Period*	Mark Lancaster	Oct 19 2011 City Center
Four Dharma Seals Serial: SF-11769 10/16/2011, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk centers on the Four Dharma Seals, which authenticate Shakyamuni Buddha's teachings: impermanence, non-self, suffering, and nirvana as peace. The speaker discusses the metaphor of the dragon and temple bell at Green Gulch... *Bell, Community, Suffering*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Oct 16 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Zazen and Our Heart Serial: SF-11722 10/15/2011, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the essence of Zen practice through the lens of shared human experiences and foundational Buddhist teachings. It discusses the embodiment of the bodhisattva ideal, emphasizing the importance of awakening and... *Practice, Buddha, Meditation*	Shokan Jordan Thorn	Oct 15 2011 City Center
The Practice of Awakening - Class 3 Serial: SF-11845 10/13/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the concept of mindfulness in Zen practice, focusing on the story of Basho and Nangaku to illustrate the importance of engaging with practice through process rather than focusing solely on outcomes. The... *Practice, Effort, Dogen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 13 2011 City Center
I'm Still Here Serial: SF-11806 10/9/2011, Edward Espe Brown dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores themes of existential inquiry, drawing on personal experiences to illustrate the unpredictability of life and the Zen notion of 'not thinking' beyond strategy or planning. The discussion emphasizes the... *Time, Work, Practice*	Edward Espe Brown	Oct 09 2011 Green Gulch Farm
Striving in the Dark Serial: SF-11659 10/8/2011, Furyu Schroeder dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the Zen practice of Zazen, emphasizing the ongoing struggle with desire and ignorance, as illustrated by the Buddha's teachings on the Four Noble Truths. The speaker reflects on personal experiences of... *Time, Suffering, Work*	Fu Schroeder	Oct 08 2011 City Center
The Practice of Awakening - Class 2 Serial: SF-11787 10/6/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the practice of mindfulness and Zen, emphasizing observation without judgment and the realization that awareness can transform the experience of the present moment. The speaker highlights the Zen teaching "... *Buddha, Intention, Time*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 06 2011 City Center
Zen Through Ancestors: The Denko Roku Serial: SF-11819 Talk by Steve Stucky Mel Weitsman at Tassajara on 2011-10-06 The talk introduces an eight-class series focusing on Zen texts, particularly the Denko Roku, exploring themes of transmission through Zen ancestors and translations of key texts. A central discussion revolves around the story of... *Buddha, Sambhogakaya, Time*	Sojun Mel Weitsman, Myogen Steve Stücky	Oct 06 2011 Tassajara
Entering the Moment Serial: SF-11817 10/5/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the practice of mindfulness and the non-dual aspect of Zen, emphasizing the importance of noticing for direct experience without attachment. It discusses the challenges in maintaining awareness, particularly in... *Practice, Time, Doubt*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 05 2011 City Center
Forgiveness Serial: SF-11765 10/2/2011, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the practice of meditation and the importance of forgiveness within both Buddhist and broader religious contexts. It highlights the narrative of "Peaceful Piggy Meditation" as a means to teach mindfulness and... *Practice, Forgiveness, Time*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 02 2011 Green Gulch Farm
The Unique Breeze of Reality Serial: SF-11792 10/1/2011, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center. The talk emphasizes the significance of lay ordination ceremonies in Zen practice, highlighting how these ceremonies are not just symbolic but enactment of vows and commitment to living the teachings of Buddhism. The speaker... *Buddha, Ceremony, Lotus Sutra*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Oct 01 2011 City Center
The Practice of Awakening - Class 1 Serial: SF-11816 9/29/2011, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. This talk explores the mysterious and non-linear process of awakening within Zen practice. It involves deep engagement with the physical body, sensations, and awareness, often free from habitual patterns and self-imposed... *Practice, Karma, Intention*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Sep 29 2011 City Center

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