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Embracing Uncertainty in Zen Practice Serial: SF-09954 Talk by Wendy Lewis at City Center on 2007-04-04 This talk examines the concept of ambivalence and its transformation into equanimity within the context of Zen practice, referencing the teachings of Patanjali’s Vasudhimagga and the concept of the brahmaviharas. The speaker... *Equanimity, Silence, Compassion*	Kyoshin Wendy Lewis	Apr 04 2007 City Center
Sesshin Practices Serial: SF-00992 Sesshin Lecture: ordinary mind is the Tao; practice of confession; guilt/shame; Self-Receiving and -Employing Samadhi The talk begins with a reflection on the waning moon as a metaphor for impermanence and emphasizes the opportunity to work on practice with concentrated focus during the sesshin. The importance of correct posture and managing... Sesshin, Zhaozhou, Ordinary Mind, Suzuki Roshi, Right Effort, Posture, Buddha Nature,...	Myogen Steve Stücky	Apr 03 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Living in Accord with Birth and Death Serial: SF-00991 Sesshin Lecture: confirming Buddha nature; sesshin: gathering of heart/mind; what's the business under the patchwork robe?; story of Patacara The talk discusses the practice and significance of deepening one’s understanding and confidence in their Buddha nature during the week of Sesshin at the Green Dragon Temple. The central theme revolves around recognizing and... Sesshin, Buddha Nature, Patacara, Realization, Practice Period, Renunciation, Freedom,...	Myogen Steve Stücky	Apr 02 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Beyond Pleasure: The Path to Enlightenment Serial: SF-09999 Talk by Reb Anderson at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-04-01 The talk explores the notion of happiness, examining both worldly happiness derived from external circumstances and a deeper, more enduring happiness linked to enlightenment. The discussion emphasizes the perception of... *Happiness, Enlightenment, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Facing Discomfort Through Stillness Serial: SF-09947 Talk by Daigan Lueck at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-03-25 The talk explores the discomfort and existential inquiries that arise from the practice of zazen, emphasizing the koan of what one does when discomfort emerges. It discusses the human tendency to seek comfort amidst life's... *Pain, Time, Work*	Daigan Lueck	Mar 25 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Zazen: Gateway to True Nature Serial: SF-10026 Talk by Ryumon Baldoquin at City Center on 2007-03-24 The talk focuses on the Zen practice of Zazen as both a meditative discipline and a gateway to understanding one's true nature. It describes the transition from a seven-week early spring training period to a seven-day silent... *Zazen, Practice, Practice Period*	Ryumon Gutierrez Baldoquin	Mar 24 2007 City Center
Letting Go Through Zazen Practice Serial: SF-09978 Talk by Sala Steinbach at City Center on 2007-03-21 The talk emphasizes the practice of Zazen as a means to study and let go of personal stories and conceptual constructs that lead to suffering. The speaker discusses the importance of recognizing thoughts as natural occurrences... *Letting Go, Practice, Zazen*	Sala Steinbach	Mar 21 2007 City Center
Developing Confidence in Buddha Nature Serial: SF-00074 Sunday talk.Koan with the wild ducks; story of the king who questioned the Buddha; report on global warming. The talk explores how to develop confidence in one's true nature or Buddha nature amidst distractions and delusions, using Zen koans such as the wild ducks story of Baizhang and Matsu to highlight the importance of perceiving... Baizhang, Global Warming, Buddha Mind, Hindrances, Delusion, Practice Period, Dragons, Lineage...	Myogen Steve Stücky	Mar 18 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Awakening Beyond Illusion's Veil Serial: SF-09996 Talk by Steve Stucky at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-03-18 The talk explores the theme of awakening amidst distractions, emphasizing the recognition of one's true nature or Buddha mind. It highlights the importance of self-awareness and the dismantling of illusions that separate... *Time, Buddha, Buddha Mind*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Mar 18 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Navigating Grief Through Zen Magic Serial: SF-09990 Talk by Ryumon Baldoquin at City Center on 2007-03-14 This talk explores the unpredictability of emotions during personal loss, highlighting how intellectual concepts of grief transformed into direct experiences. It delves into the relationship between the speaker and an influential... *Practice, Time, Practice Period*	Ryumon Gutierrez Baldoquin	Mar 14 2007 City Center
Zen Wisdom: Beyond Preferences Serial: SF-10016 Talk by Luminous Owl at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-03-11 The talk explores the life and teachings of the Zen Master Zhaozhou, emphasizing his approach to the concept of "no preferences" as depicted in the Zen poem "Xin Xin Ming." This philosophy underscores the notion that the true... *Time, Discrimination, difficulty*	Kokyo Henkel	Mar 11 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Change: Redefining Self Now Serial: SF-10050 Talk by Christina Lehnherr at City Center on 2007-03-10 The talk discusses the concept of co-creation and fluidity in existence, emphasizing the Buddhist teaching of "no self" and how each moment redefines identity in response to varying circumstances. The idea of staying present and... *Practice, Time, Heart Sutra*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	Mar 10 2007 City Center
Awakening Through Zazen Practice Serial: SF-10039 Talk by Marsha Angus at City Center on 2007-03-07 The talk addresses the profound realization of life as an inconceivable gift and explores ways to appreciate and awaken to this reality through Zazen practice. The speaker reflects on the teachings of Dōgen, emphasizing the... *Pain, Time, Work*	Dainin Marsha Angus	Mar 07 2007 City Center
Alignment With The Great Way Serial: SF-00944 Sunday Lecture - Children's Lecture: waging peace; taking up a practice The lecture focuses on alignment with the "Great Way" through meditation and mindfulness in daily life, particularly aimed at young children. It begins with guided meditation ("nose and belly" meditation) and... Zhaozhou, Suzuki Roshi, Buddha Mind, Delusion, Posture, Ordinary Mind, Peace, Zazen, Lay,...	Myogen Steve Stücky	Mar 04 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Harmony Through Mindful Living Serial: SF-10007 Talk by Myogen Steve Stucky at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-03-03 This talk explores the theme of alignment with the "great way" through meditation and mindfulness in daily activities. It emphasizes the importance of harmonizing body and mind to reach enlightenment, drawing from Zen teachings... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Mar 03 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Wholehearted Zen: Interconnected Practice Serial: SF-10036 Talk by Blanche Hartman at City Center on 2007-03-03 This talk focuses on the interconnectedness of all experiences and the inherent gifts of life, using the metaphor of the Lunar New Year and traditional Zen stories to emphasize these themes. It discusses the importance of... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Zendo*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Mar 03 2007 City Center
Wholehearted Path to Enlightenment Serial: SF-10029 Talk by Ryumon Baldoquin at City Center on 2007-02-28 The talk delves into Zen Master Dogen's teachings, focusing primarily on the text "Bendowa" and emphasizing the themes of intimacy, wholeheartedness, and confidence in practice. The speaker reflects on Dogen's fervent quest for... *Time, Dogen, Intimacy*	Ryumon Gutierrez Baldoquin	Feb 28 2007 City Center
Eternal Consciousness Beyond Form Serial: SF-10043 Talk by Zoketsu Norman Fischer at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-02-25 The talk focuses on a quote from the Shurangama Sutra used in Zen practice, which explores the nature of consciousness by examining the paradox of seeing and not-seeing. The discussion includes an analysis of the dialogue between... *Consciousness, Time, Buddha*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Feb 25 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Timeless Wisdom in Daily Practice Serial: SF-09994 Talk by Hoitsu Suzuki at City Center on 2007-02-24 This talk reflects on the passage of time and the inevitability of aging, focusing on continuous practice and the importance of gratitude in daily life. Emphasis is placed on Zen practice, particularly the act of Zazen, and the... *Time, Zazen, Practice*	Hoitsu Suzuki Roshi	Feb 24 2007 City Center
Wholehearted Living Through Zen Practice Serial: SF-10012 Talk by Blanche Hartman at City Center on 2007-02-21 The talk explores the theme of wholehearted engagement through the lens of Dogen Zenji's teaching, "Bendoho,” emphasizing the practice of wholehearted living in Zen. It relates personal anecdotes about sewing a teaching robe and... *Practice Period, Practice, Time*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Feb 21 2007 City Center
Presence Beyond the Meditation Hall Serial: SF-10054 Talk by Meiya Wender at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-02-18 The talk explores the challenges of maintaining Zen practice beyond the meditation hall, emphasizing the connection between intention and action. It uses a film scene illustrating a samurai's internal conflict to highlight the... *Practice, Suffering, Suzuki Roshi*	Meiya Wender	Feb 18 2007 Green Gulch Farm
The Bodhisattva Grandmother Serial: SF-00942 Deshan and the old woman; the distortions of sexism, racism, others; the bodhisattva grandmother; devotion to zazen; bringing attention and support to the natural states/bodily conditions that are difficult The talk discusses the story of Deshan and the old woman from 9th century China, aiming to emphasize wisdom beyond established norms and literature. Deshan, a scholar of the Diamond Sutra, encounters an old woman selling dim sum... Deshan, Family Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Heart Sutra, Delusion, Mindfulness, Balance, Vow,...	Myogen Steve Stücky	Feb 17 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Awakening Through The Four Truths Serial: SF-09939 Talk by Jordan Thorn at City Center on 2007-02-17 The talk discusses the foundational Buddhist concept of the Four Noble Truths, emphasizing its role in understanding and living life through the lens of awakening or enlightenment. It highlights the terms "waking up" and "... *Suffering, Practice, Buddhism*	Shokan Jordan Thorn	Feb 17 2007 City Center
Wisdom in Unexpected Encounters Serial: SF-09950 Talk by Steve Stucky at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-02-17 This talk explores the themes of perception, mindfulness, and the role of women in Zen practice, using the story of Deshan and the old woman as a focal point. The discussion highlights the importance of openness to new teachings... *Time, Practice, Effort*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Feb 17 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Forest Wisdom for Global Peace Serial: SF-09949 Talk by Wendy Johnson at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-02-11 The talk explores the intricate relationship between nature, particularly trees, and human community, highlighting themes of nonviolence and interconnectedness. There is an emphasis on celebrating Arbor Day and the teachings... *Peace, Suffering, Work*	Wendy Johnson	Feb 11 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Wholehearted Practice of Zen Way Serial: SF-10019 Talk by Greg Fain at City Center on 2007-02-10 The talk primarily focuses on the study of Dogen Zenji's "Bendowa" during a Zen practice period, highlighting its importance in Soto Zen teachings. The discussion underscores its central concept of "wholehearted practice of the... *Time, Practice, Practice Period*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Feb 10 2007 City Center
Morning Service - Monday Serial: SF-10015 *Love, Time*	Various	Feb 05 2007 City Center
Buddhist Trees and Social Harmony Serial: SF-10040 Talk by Linda Cutts at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-02-04 The talk focuses on the interconnectedness of trees, Buddhism, and active engagement in social issues. It discusses the significance of trees in Buddhist teachings and their role in the Buddha's life, including a narrative... *Delusion, Buddha, Suzuki Roshi*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 04 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Wholehearted Path to Buddha Nature Serial: SF-09946 Talk by Blanche Hartman at City Center on 2007-02-03 The talk focuses on the concept of Buddha nature within each individual, emphasizing its precious and inherent value, particularly through illustrative exercises with young people. It transitions to discuss the theme of "... *Practice, Buddha, Practice Period*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Feb 03 2007 City Center
Morning Service Serial: SF-10033 *Love, Time, Practice*	Various	Feb 03 2007 City Center
Full Moon Ceremony Serial: SF-09943 *Love, Vow, Practice*		Feb 02 2007 City Center
Zen's Ancestral Wisdom Journey Serial: SF-10003 *japanese, Breath, Time*	Various	Feb 01 2007 City Center
Balancing Light and Shadow in Zen Serial: SF-09959 Talk by Michael Wenger at City Center on 2007-01-31 The talk emphasizes the dual nature of vision and shadow in Zen practice, advocating for a balance between visionary aspirations and present-moment awareness. It critiques the tendency to overvalue visionary ideas without... *Emptiness, Time, Practice*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Jan 31 2007 City Center
Morning Service - Wednesday Serial: SF-10005 The talk reflects on the interplay between wisdom and compassion, particularly within the context of great spiritual teachers and their teachings. The discussion emphasizes the importance of integrating collected wisdom into... *Love, Wisdom, Japan*	Community	Jan 31 2007 City Center
Morning Service - Tuesday Serial: SF-09935 Talk by Tuesday at City Center on 2007-01-30 *Time, Love, Practice*	Various	Jan 30 2007 City Center
Morning Service - Monday Serial: SF-09937 *Wisdom, Perfect Wisdom, Work*	Various	Jan 29 2007 City Center
Embracing Life Through Zazen Awareness Serial: SF-10030 Talk by Darlene Cohen at Green Gulch Farm on 2007-01-28 The talk focuses on embracing life through Zazen practice, drawing heavily from Uchiyama Roshi's teachings in "Opening the Hand of Thought." The speaker reflects on the baselines of Zazen as the practice of returning to immediate... *Zazen, Time, Consciousness*	Darlene Cohen	Jan 28 2007 Green Gulch Farm
Living Zen: Work as Practice Serial: SF-09940 Talk by Robert Thomas at City Center on 2007-01-27 The talk discusses integrating Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing work as a form of practice consistent with Zen Master Dogen’s teachings, especially as outlined in the Shōbōgenzō. The discussion revolves around the... *Bodhisattva, Practice, Dogen*	Do-on Robert Thomas	Jan 27 2007 City Center
Morning Service - Saturday Serial: SF-09956 Talk by Saturday at City Center on 2007-01-27 The talk centers around the recognition and honoring of key historical figures in Zen Buddhism, including Shakyamuni Buddha and other foundational teachers across different cultures. It emphasizes the bridging of cultural... *Wisdom, Study, Practice*	Various	Jan 27 2007 City Center
Zen: Present Amidst Life's Waves Serial: SF-10027 Talk by Ingen Breen at City Center on 2007-01-20 The talk emphasizes the practice of Zen meditation, advocating sitting in awareness (Zazen) to stay present amidst life's fluctuations. It explores the concept of impermanence and finding renewal in familiar settings, illustrated... *Time, Work, Practice*	Ingen Breen	Jan 20 2007 City Center
Intimate Journeys in Zen Transmission Serial: SF-09986 Talk by Mark Lancaster at City Center on 2007-01-10 This talk centers on the personal reflections and experiences related to the Dharma Transmission process within the Soto Zen tradition. The speaker discusses the lineage of Dharma Transmission starting from Buddha and Mahakashapa... *Dharma Transmission, Transmission, Time*	Mark Lancaster	Jan 10 2007 City Center
Mindfulness Through Timeless Lessons Serial: SF-09988 Talk by Victoria Austin at City Center on 2007-01-06 The central theme of the talk focuses on the Buddhist teaching of self-awareness and continuous mindfulness, exemplified through stories designed for both children and deeper philosophical reflections for adults. A key story, “... *Buddha, Vow, Time*	Shosan Victoria Austin	Jan 06 2007 City Center
Our Hero Serial: SF-09966 The talk discusses the ideals embodied by the figure known as the Bodhisattva Never Disparage from the "Lotus Sutra." The narrative emphasizes the Bodhisattva's commitment to seeing the potential for Buddhahood in... *Love, Lotus Sutra, Buddha*	Zenshin Greg Fain	2007 Tassajara
Bodhidharma's Paradox of Enlightenment Serial: SF-09992 The talk focuses on the enigmatic figure Bodhidharma, whose journey from the West to the East initiates profound philosophical inquiry. Through poetry, it captures Bodhidharma's teachings on the nature of the mind and reality... *Name, Time*		2007
Awakening to Interconnected Zen Harmony Serial: SF-09919 Talk by Blanche Hartman at City Center on 2006-12-30 The primary focus of the talk is on cultivating bodhicitta, the mind of awakening, and exploring the teachings of selflessness in Zen practice. It emphasizes interconnection and the importance of recognizing Buddha-nature within... *Precepts, Buddha, Practice*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Dec 30 2006 City Center
Awakening Through Everyday Zen Serial: SF-09876 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2006-12-09 The talk explores the intersection of Zen practice with daily life, emphasizing meditation as a means to awaken to one's true self and discover inner freedom amidst habitual actions. It highlights the concept of being present... *Practice, Intention, Freedom*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Dec 09 2006 City Center
The Gift of Nothing Serial: SF-00929 Sunday Lecture Children's Lecture: one who is not busy, one reality; the gift of nothing; sesshin, from Suzuki Roshi; our mind is the same as Buddha's; all things are impermanent; illusion of self; desire based on... The talk elaborates on the story "The Gift of Nothing" and weaves it into the principles of Zen Buddhism, focusing on impermanence and the illusion of self. Through a children’s story about a cat named Mooch who... Buddha's Enlightenment, Sesshin, Koan, Daowu, Keizan, Suzuki Roshi, Nirvana Sutra, Book...	Fu Schroeder	Dec 03 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Impermanence: The Zen Path Serial: SF-09895 Talk by Fu Schroeder at Green Gulch Farm on 2006-12-03 The talk explores the Zen concept of "nothingness" through the story "The Gift of Nothing," drawing parallels with Zen practice, particularly sesshin, a period of intensive meditation. The narrative emphasizes the impermanent... *Buddha, Time, Suzuki Roshi*	Fu Schroeder	Dec 03 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Prajnaparamita: Wisdom Beyond Duality Serial: SF-09892 Talk by Greg Fain at City Center on 2006-11-29 The talk explores the six paramitas in Mahayana Buddhism, with a focus on Prajnaparamita or the perfection of wisdom, emphasizing its non-dualistic nature and its embodiment in Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Compassion. It... *Wisdom, Practice, Practice Period*	Zenshin Greg Fain	Nov 29 2006 City Center
Transforming Anger Through Mindful Generosity Serial: SF-09867 Talk by Linda Cutts at Green Gulch Farm on 2006-11-26 The talk emphasizes the importance of examining and transforming feelings of anger and resentment, drawing from Shantideva's "Bodhicaryavatara," particularly Chapter 6, to highlight the unskillful nature of such emotions and how... *Anger, Work, Gratitude*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Nov 26 2006 Green Gulch Farm

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