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Title	Speaker	Date
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 Serial: SF-09992 A song about Bodhidharma 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
Awakening Action Amidst Chaos Serial: SF-09893 Talk by Joan Sutherland at City Center on 2006-11-25 The talk explores how kōan practice can offer insights and guidance during times of societal upheaval, drawing on historical examples from the Tang Dynasty amid the An Lushan Rebellion. It examines how Chan masters Shito and Ma... *Time, Freedom, Koan*	Joan Sutherland	Nov 25 2006 City Center
Embracing Vulnerability in Zen Practice Serial: SF-09889 Talk by Michael Wenger at City Center on 2006-11-18 The talk explores the theme of vulnerability in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and working with one's vulnerabilities as a path to enlightenment. By referencing teachings from Nagarjuna and Dogen, it... *Time, Practice, Enlightenment*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Nov 18 2006 City Center
Urban Zen: Mindful Focus in Chaos Serial: SF-09923 Talk by Dana Velden at City Center on 2006-11-15 The talk examines the challenge of discussing Dharma, particularly focusing on the practice of Jhana and the concept of Zazen. It explores the balance between in-depth meditation and the engaged Zen practice typical in urban... *Zazen, Concentration, Posture*	Ikushin Dana Velden	Nov 15 2006 City Center
Just Showing Up Serial: EB-00047 The talk explores the idea of using awareness to awaken awareness, emphasizing trust in one's consciousness rather than seeking external authoritative guidance or expedient techniques. It critiques authoritarianism within... Skillful Means, Gurus, Authoritarians, Big Mind, Instruction, Peace, Rumi, Don't Know...	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 12 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Unleashing Inner Energy Through Meditation Serial: SF-09914 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2006-11-11 This talk focuses on the concept of energy within Buddhist practice, particularly as understood through the paramitas, or perfections. Emphasis is placed on the third paramita, viriyo (energy), explored as a neutral, vital force... *Practice, Meditation, Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Nov 11 2006 City Center
Joyous Effort in Buddhist Practice Serial: SF-09916 Talk by Susan Oconnell at City Center on 2006-11-08 The talk centers on the concept of "virya" or energy as one of the six paramitas discussed in Buddhist practice, emphasizing its nuanced meanings such as joyous effort, perseverance, zeal, vitality, and enthusiasm. It contrasts... *Practice, Effort, Virya*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Nov 08 2006 City Center
Seijiki Ceremony - Relating to Death and Dying Serial: SF-00029 Heading into winter; what is the most important thing at the end of your life? taking refuge; how are we also hungry ghosts; six realms. The discussion centers around the Seijiki Ceremony, addressing themes of death, dying, and the concept of "hungry ghosts." This ceremony is tied to a particular time of year when the veil between life and death is thought to thin... Ceremony, Six Realms, Death-and-Dying, Offering, Vow, Ordination, Sangha, Emptiness, Samadhi,...	Meiya Wender	Oct 29 2006
Path of Generosity and Patience Serial: SF-09891 Talk by Blanche Hartman at City Center on 2006-10-28 This talk centers on the path of the bodhisattva, with a focus on inherent compassion, the practice of dana paramita (generosity), and the importance of patience and ethical conduct in the pursuit of enlightenment. It is... *Suffering, Time, Compassion*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Oct 28 2006 City Center
Ethics as the Heart of Buddhism Serial: SF-09921 Talk by Jordan Thorn at City Center on 2006-10-25 The talk focuses on the intricate interconnection within Buddhist teachings, emphasizing the Śīla Paramita (ethics) as foundational to Buddhist practice. The discussion includes historical insights into the establishment of... *Buddha, Practice, Precepts*	Shokan Jordan Thorn	Oct 25 2006 City Center
Cultivating Basic Goodness Through Sila Serial: SF-09890 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2006-10-21 The talk explores the concept of sila, or ethical conduct, in Zen Buddhism, illustrating basic human goodness even amid tragedy, using the responses of an Amish community to a massacre as an example. It examines the integration... *Zazen, Community, Time*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 21 2006 City Center
Compassion's Role in Suffering's Dance Serial: SF-09864 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2006-10-14 The talk addresses themes of suffering, compassion, and the human spirit, illustrated by the Amish community's response to tragedy and the selflessness of a young girl during a violent incident. The discussion highlights the Zen... *Practice, Community, Suffering*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 14 2006 City Center
Breathing In, Breathing Out Serial: SF-01146 Sunday Lecture: simplicity; story of Prajnatara in Malawi; the sun comes up, the sun goes down; connections; the four foundations of mindfulness; Navajo rain dance The talk emphasizes simplicity through various anecdotes and teachings. A core story involves Prajñātara, an ancient Buddhist ancestor, who illustrates the principle of mindfulness through a simple breathing practice. The... Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Mindfulness, Book of Serenity, Four Noble Truths, Nirvana,...	Fu Schroeder	Oct 08 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Generosity Beyond Consumer Limits Serial: SF-09871 Talk by Susan Oconnel on 2006-10-07 The talk discusses the practice of giving, exploring themes of generosity, attachment, and consumerism within the context of Buddhism. It highlights the difficulty of determining what is enough in a consumer-driven society and... *Time, Study, Practice*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Oct 07 2006
Cultivating Generosity in a Material World Serial: SF-09888 Talk by Susan Oconnell at City Center on 2006-10-07 The main focus of the talk is on the practice of generosity, using "The Giving Tree" by Shel Silverstein as a central example to explore themes of giving, attachment, and generosity. It examines the Buddhist concept of the... *Time, Study, Practice*	Zesho Susan O'Connell	Oct 07 2006 City Center
The Abundance Within Giving Serial: SF-09862 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2006-10-04 The discussion centers on the theme of giving, utilizing the Zen koan from the Mumonkan involving Ching Shui and Chaoshan to explore the essence of generosity both in material and spiritual terms. The talk delves into the tension... *Practice, Generosity, Name*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 04 2006 City Center
Urban Dharma: Integrating Buddhist Principles Serial: SF-09885 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2006-09-30 The talk explores the practice of integrating traditional Buddhist principles, such as the practice period, into the context of modern city life. It emphasizes the application of Buddhist teachings, particularly the first Noble... *Practice, Compassion, Suffering*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Sep 30 2006 City Center
Embracing Life Through Death's Lens Serial: SF-09922 Talk by Linda Cutts at Green Gulch Farm on 2006-09-24 The talk discusses the practices and philosophies surrounding death and dying, emphasizing the inevitability of death and the importance of preparing for it. The speaker reflects on the story of Shakyamuni Buddha's realization of... *Suzuki Roshi, Time, Meditation*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Sep 24 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Imperfection with Zen Grace Serial: SF-09911 Talk by Steve Weintraub at City Center on 2006-09-23 The talk discusses the Four Noble Truths, particularly focusing on the second truth, Samudaya, or the cause of suffering, through the lens of Zen practice and Nagarjuna's concept of shunyata or emptiness. The idea is to not get... *Practice, Desire, Buddha Nature*	Steve Weintraub	Sep 23 2006 City Center
Beyond Self: Living the Precepts Serial: SF-09872 Talk by Luminous Owl Henkel at Green Gulch Farm on 2006-09-17 The talk explores the Buddhist teachings on no-self (anatta) and their link to the Bodhisattva precepts, emphasizing how deeply entrenched belief in a permanent self is the root of individual and communal suffering. By... *Precepts, Buddha, Time*	Kokyo Henkel	Sep 17 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Right Speech Serial: SF-00037 The eight-fold path and its relationship to the precepts. The talk explores the concept of "right speech" within the Eightfold Path in Buddhism, linking it closely to the precepts, especially within the context of a lay ordination ceremony. By presenting two koans, it underscores the... Ummon, Koan, Right Speech, Suzuki Roshi, Conversation, Heart Sutra, Zazen, Buddha Nature,...	Marc Lesser	Sep 16 2006
Buddhas And Sentient Beings Are Not Two Serial: SF-01026 One-day sitting lecture: positive encouragement; nirvana; five hindrances; preliminary practices; three worlds; jhanas - benefits and ptifalls; Four Noble Truths; Mahayana This talk focuses on the duality of Buddhas and sentient beings through Zen practices, examining meditation and the path to enlightenment. It discusses the importance of bodily posture and mental composition in meditation,... Five Hindrances, Four Noble Truths, Mahayana, Dhyana, Hindrances, Nirvana, Concentration,...	Fu Schroeder	Sep 16 2006 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Suffering for Transcendence Serial: SF-09873 Talk by Yuko Masuda at Green Gulch Farm on 2006-09-09 The talk discusses the evolution of Zen practice and emphasizes the resilience and suffering endured by Shakyamuni Buddha and subsequent ancestors in the Dharma lineage. The central theme is the Buddhist teaching of confronting... *Suffering, Buddha, Practice*	Yuko Masuda	Sep 09 2006 Green Gulch Farm

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