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Ethics Serial: SF-00984 Sunday lecture: Morality. Hedonists, perfectionists. College days. John Adams. Strawberry/cliff story. Wrong-doing = causing harm to oneself or others. Ten grave precepts. Gay rights. The discussion explores morality and ethics from a Zen perspective, contrasting hedonism with perfectionism, and reflecting on personal transformation since the 1960s cultural revolution. Central to this are the Buddhist precepts... *Precepts, Delusion, Freedom, Three Treasures, Bodhisattva Precepts, Humility, Commitment,...*	Fu Schroeder	Jun 29 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Dogen - Being Familiar With The Entire Body Serial: SF-00039 Sunday talk. Practice, realization, expression; Dogen's letters to nun Ryugen The talk focuses on Dogen's teachings, particularly the interconnectedness of practice, realization, and expression in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the immediacy and presence in meditation (zazen) and daily life. It references Dogen... *Realization, Practice Period, Lotus Sutra, Buddha Ancestors, confusion, Precepts, Delusion,...*	Taigen Dan Leighton	May 18 2003
Moonlit Path to Zen Enlightenment Serial: SF-04330 The talk begins with an accessible explanation of Zen teachings through Dogen's reflections on the full moon, emphasizing the importance of perceiving natural beauty and connecting with the essence of Zen Buddhism. Transitioning... *Buddha Ancestors, Oneness, Cultivation*		May 03 2003
Embodied Zen: Transcending Ego Mindfulness Serial: EB-00018 The talk discusses the practice of Zen meditation in the context of cultivating one's body and mind to express true nature, moving beyond ego, and emphasizes experiential learning over theoretical understanding. It references... *Ego, Freedom, Culture, War, Emotions*	Edward Espe Brown	Apr 27 2003
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-00983 First part of lecture children's program. Read story, "Play with Me". Impatient with world situation. Look at causes. Patience. Path of peace. Dog story. MLK Jr The lecture explores the themes of patience, peace, and nonviolence, using the children's story "Play with Me" as a metaphor for understanding silent contemplation and acceptance. The discussion highlights personal development... *Hate, Anger, Non-violence, Mill Valley, Peace, Greed, Evil, Demons, Concentration, Separation...*	Fu Schroeder	Apr 06 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Sesshin Lecture Serial: SF-03586 The lecture explores the concept of embodied practice during sesshin, emphasizing physical mindfulness and self-care amidst discomfort. It also discusses the relatability and humility of Zen masters through anecdotes, examines... *Fox, Practice Period, Precepts, Teacher-and-Student, Tassajara, Attachment, Karma, Suzuki...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 2003 Tassajara
Bell of Awareness: Finding Inner Peace Serial: EB-00017 The talk primarily focuses on meditation practice and self-awareness, using the ringing of a bell as a meditative anchor. It also reflects on broader themes such as finding peace amidst global and personal turmoil and the... *Bell, War, Evil, Letting Go, Peace*	Edward Espe Brown	Feb 02 2003
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-00982 The lecture explores the theme of achieving harmony and peace within oneself and the community, drawing on Buddhist teachings. The talk emphasizes the importance of monitoring one's mind to overcome ignorance and delusion, as... *New Year, Hate, Bodhidharma, Vow, Peace, Delusion, Cultivation, Harmonizing, Offering, Suzuki...*	Fu Schroeder	Dec 29 2002 Green Gulch Farm
Passions Serial: SF-00057 The talk explores themes of passion and suffering as pathways to enlightenment in Zen, challenging traditional Western views that consider passions negative and must be subdued. References to Zen teachings, such as Dogen's... *Passions, Priest, Evil, Enemies, Heart Sutra, Hate, Birth-and-Death, Nirvana, Vimalakirti,...*	Kosho McCall	Dec 01 2002 Tassajara
Not Always So Class Serial: SF-01786 This talk examines the interplay between Buddhist teachings, particularly the instructions of Bodhidharma and Dogen Zenji, on the theme of non-attachment and the concept of continuous practice. It explores Suzuki Roshi's... *Emptiness, Buddha Nature, Realization, Suzuki Roshi, Chanting, Religion, Zazen, Bodhidharma,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Nov 18 2002 Tassajara
Not Always So Class Serial: SF-01785 The talk examines Buddhist teachings on restraining desires and understanding karma, emphasizing the non-dualistic acceptance of sustenance as medicine and reflecting on the interconnectedness of actions and consequences. Key... *Suzuki Roshi, Precepts, Ceremony, Karma, Anger, Teacher-and-Student, Demons, Offering,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Oct 30 2002 Tassajara
Embrace Openness Through Zazen Practice Serial: SF-00059 The talk centers on a passage from "Not Always So," a collection of Suzuki Roshi's talks, focused on the essence of Zazen practice. The discussion emphasizes the importance of practicing Zazen without the pursuit of personal gain... *Suzuki Roshi, Buddha Nature, Zazen, Manjushri, Practice Period, Buddha Ancestors, Tassajara,...*	Steve Weintraub	Oct 19 2002 City Center
Smile Within: Finding Inner Peace Serial: EB-00016 The talk explores the dynamics of emotional responses, emphasizing the futility of attempting to control external circumstances to achieve happiness. It suggests practicing smiling as an alternative to anger, honing internal... *Peace, War, Priest, Bell, Diversity*	Edward Espe Brown	Oct 06 2002
Seven Principles for Preventing Decline Serial: SF-00935 Dhammapada, 9/11, we are not well, cause of great peace, Huey Johnson, the soldiers will have their way, dogs of war, Dalai Lama, pinpoint causes, 'Guns, Germs, and Steel', leadership, fanaticism, family, brothers, Buddha... The talk delves into the causes of violence and interdependence among humans, referencing significant historical and philosophical insights. Reflections center on the aftermath of September 11th, exploring leadership, fanaticism... *Nirvana Sutra, Precepts, Daily Life, Religion, Interdependence, Renunciation, Politics,...*	Fu Schroeder	Sep 15 2002 Green Gulch Farm
Translating Zen: Mindfulness in Every Word Serial: EB-00015 The talk centers on the process of editing and translating Zen teachings, specifically through the work "Not Always So," based on Suzuki Roshi's lectures. The discussion emphasizes the challenge of rendering Suzuki Roshi's... *Big Mind, Monkey Mind, Kinhin, Emptiness, Heart Sutra*	Edward Espe Brown	Aug 14 2002
Awakening Through Zen's Illusions Serial: SF-10122 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-08-02 The talk explores the Zen philosophy of self-realization through the teachings of Vasubandhu, focusing on the concepts of detachment from self and others, karmic tendencies, and the illusion of self-identity. It emphasizes the... *Time, Practice, Buddha*	Teah Strozer	Aug 02 2002
Transcending Hindrances Through Present Awareness Serial: SF-10124 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-08-01 The talk focuses on the process of overcoming hindrances in spiritual practice, emphasizing the importance of presence and awareness over attempting to eliminate thoughts or emotions. Key hindrances identified are greed, aversion... *Suffering, Time, Pain*	Teah Strozer	Aug 01 2002
Unveiling Reality Through Mindfulness Serial: SF-10112 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-07-31 The talk examines the nature of grasping and ignorance as central to suffering in Buddhist philosophy, with a focus on the three natures: Parikalpita (imagined or erroneous), Paratantra (dependent or relational), and Parinispanna... *Suffering, Practice, Meditation*	Teah Strozer	Jul 31 2002
Embracing Emptiness Through Mindful Silence Serial: SF-10121 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-07-29 The talk emphasizes the importance of silence and mindfulness during practice and outlines different approaches to experiencing emptiness in Zen practice. It discusses the significance of studying and directly experiencing non-... *Time, Study, Separation*	Teah Strozer	Jul 29 2002
Heart-Centered Zen: Balancing Mind and Emotion Serial: SF-10128 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-07-28 This talk explores the integration of mental factors and emotions in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a heart-centered awareness and addressing the roles of reflections, projections, and identifications in... *Time, Practice, Emotions*	Teah Strozer	Jul 28 2002
Illusion of Self and Freedom Serial: SF-10119 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-07-26 The talk explores the nature of self and the impermanence of form, feeling, perception, consciousness, and habitual tendencies, emphasizing the teachings from the Anatta Lakkhana Sutta and how these insights lead to the practice... *Consciousness, Practice, Emotions*	Teah Strozer	Jul 26 2002
Unraveling Illusions: Embrace Interconnectedness Serial: SF-10120 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-07-22 The discussion emphasizes the delusion of separating self and other, highlighting how such concepts entrap individuals in Samsara, and references the Nidanas, or the 12-fold chain, as the cause of suffering. By embracing... *Practice, Time, Consciousness*	Teah Strozer	Jul 22 2002
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-00981 Buddhist culture rooting in California, purpose of ZC, banana in his back pocket, Puccini, motherhood, livelihood, Buddhahood, statuary invoking our higher purpose, Bodhisattva hatchery, sitting on black cushions, Jizo, Tara,... The talk explores the development of a Buddhist culture in California, emphasizing the San Francisco Zen Center's purpose of embodying and expressing Buddhist wisdom and compassion. It reflects on the "Bodhisattva hatchery"... *Perfect Wisdom, Renunciation, Suzuki Roshi, Precepts, Ceremony, Bodhisattva Precepts, Three...*	Fu Schroeder	Jul 21 2002 Green Gulch Farm
Beyond the Illusion of Self Serial: SF-10127 Talk by Teah Strozer Vasubandhu Summer Intensive Sf Ew on 2002-07-21 The talk explores the study of self and the dualistic nature of consciousness, emphasizing the importance of renouncing the "small self" that feels separate and in charge. Introducing the Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses," the... *Study, Consciousness, Time*	Teah Strozer	Jul 21 2002
Discovering Your Own Zen Path Serial: EB-00014 The talk explores the teachings and influence of Suzuki Roshi, particularly emphasizing his unique approach to Zen, which involves encouraging practitioners to discover their own path rather than relying solely on prescribed... *Dragons, Instruction, Sengai, Lotus Sutra*	Edward Espe Brown	Jul 03 2002
Fear, Failure, and Spiritual Leadership Serial: SF-00154 Wednesday talk. Poem; anxiety about things finishing; expressing ourselves, failure, resentment. The talk discusses themes of failure, fear, and leadership in spiritual practice, using poetry and personal anecdotes to explore these ideas. The speaker reflects on the fear of things ending and the failure to meet expectations... *Happiness, Monastic Practice, Don't Know Mind, Practice Period, Conversation, Samsara,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Jun 19 2002
Interwoven Time: Zen and Responsibility Serial: SF-04337 The talk explores the concept of time, lineage, and responsibility through the lens of Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of past, present, and future. The discussion delves into the concept of "deep time" as... *Ceremony, Peace, Evil, Politics*		Jun 16 2002
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-01019 Work week: work practice, SFZC Mission Statement, two forms of Buddha's teaching: texts, etc, and common sense. Up to us to find satisfying relationship to Buddhist teaching, "Wisdom of Buddha" sutra - mind-only school, middle-... The talk examines the integration of work and spiritual practice within the framework of Buddhist teachings, emphasizing the mission of the San Francisco Zen Center to embody Buddha's wisdom and compassion. The discourse explores... *Perfect Wisdom, Buddha Mind, Realization, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, confusion, Heart...*	Fu Schroeder	Jun 05 2002 Green Gulch Farm
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-01018 Lotus Sutra (Heart Sutra), seals our mind with Buddha's mind, basics of the middle way are covered (in the Sutra of Innumerable Meanings), power of joy and compassion, devotion to the welfare of all living beings, Book of... The lecture delves into interpretations of the Lotus Sutra and its significance in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the power of compassion, joy, and dedication to the welfare of all beings. Using the Lotus Sutra and the Heart Sutra as... *Lotus Sutra, First Principle, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Nirvana, Four Noble Truths,...*	Fu Schroeder	May 11 2002 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Vulnerability Through Zen Connection Serial: EB-00013 The talk contemplates the feeling of being a fraud juxtaposed with the external validation of being a Zen teacher, exploring themes of authenticity, societal expectations, and inherent suffering. The narrative transitions into... *Priest, Big Mind, Money, Buddha Nature, Faith*	Edward Espe Brown	Mar 24 2002
Genzo-e Serial: SF-00116 The talk explores Dogen's "Shobo Genzo Sansui-kyo" (Mountains and Waters Sutra) and its significance in understanding Dogen's teachings. It discusses the challenging nature of translating Dogen's work, emphasizing the... Nirvana, Monastic Practice, Ceremony, Transmission, Karma, Fox, Vinaya, Passions...	Shohaku Okumura	Mar 09 2002 1
The One Who's Not Busy Serial: SF-04338 The talk focuses on the Zen story of two brothers, highlighting the theme of busyness versus awareness. One brother, Yun Yan, responds to his brother Da Wu's comment about being too busy by stating there is "one who's not busy,"... *Duality, Manjushri, Tassajara, Faith*		Feb 03 2002
Whispers of Awakening: The Zen Path Serial: SF-04357 The talk explores the concept of "bodhicitta," or "mind of the way," in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the initial spiritual impulse towards awakening and compassion for all beings. This theme is illustrated through a traditional Zen... *Religion, Mill Valley, Shosan, Desire*		Feb 02 2002
Embracing Divine Dialogue in Relationships Serial: SF-00067 The talk explores the spiritual and poetic depth of the Psalms, proposing a reinterpretation where God is addressed as "you" to emphasize personal relationship. It transitions to discuss Martin Buber's "I and Thou" philosophy,... *Commitment, Intimacy, Absolute-and-Relative, Impermanence, Monastic Practice, confusion, Peace...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Jan 11 2002 City Center
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-01017 The talk explores the symbolic figure of Mara in Buddhist teachings, emphasizing the struggle to transcend personal desires and illusions during the pursuit of enlightenment. The narrative of Shakyamuni Buddha's meditation under... *Two Truths, Four Noble Truths, Humility, Buddha Ancestors, New Year, Liberation, Renewal,...*	Fu Schroeder	Dec 30 2001 Green Gulch Farm
Lotus Sutra's Zen Ecology Awakening Serial: SF-04345 The talk offers an in-depth exploration of the Lotus Sutra's profound influence on Zen Buddhism, particularly through the teachings of Eihei Dogen. It discusses the Zen Buddhist perspective on the Earth and space, emphasizing the... *Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Blue Cliff Record, Evil, Tassajara*		Oct 13 2001
Zen Paths to Peaceful Understanding Serial: SF-00509 The talk addresses the intersection of Zen practice with ethical considerations and reconciliation efforts, focusing on internal and external conflict resolution. It suggests that reconciliation begins with self-examination and... *Work, Practice, Time*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Oct 01 2001 San Francisco Zen Center
Zen Practice for Global Harmony Serial: SF-02287 The talk explores the application of Zen practice in fostering global harmony, emphasizing the need for objective reflection on societal issues and advocating for mindful, socially engaged actions without partiality. It discusses... *Zazen, Community, Emotions*		Sep 19 2001
Transforming Hate Into Global Compassion Serial: SF-00051 Sunday talk. The talk analyzes a transformative journey from hatred to understanding and compassion, primarily reflecting on historical cycles of violence through vivid personal and historical examples, culminating in a call for global peace... *Hate, Current Events, Mill Valley, Peace, Bell, Interdependence, Sanctuary, Chanting,...*	Fu Schroeder	Sep 16 2001
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-01033 The talk explores the transformation from hatred to compassion, using personal reflections and historical events to emphasize the importance of understanding and confronting human suffering and ignorance. It stresses the urgency... *Hate, Current Events, Mill Valley, Peace, Bell, Interdependence, Sanctuary, Commitment,...*	Fu Schroeder	Sep 16 2001 Green Gulch Farm
Mindfulness Over Materialism in America Serial: SF-04339 The talk focuses on the intersection of Buddhism with American culture, particularly critiquing consumerism as a prevailing "religion" in contrast to Buddhist values. By outlining the adaptation of Buddhism through historical... *Religion, Happiness, Desire, Addiction, Faith*		Sep 09 2001
Zen and the Art of Liberation Serial: EB-00012 The talk explores themes of fear, trauma, and existential questioning, juxtaposed with the teachings of Zen, emphasizing the fluidity of reality and the importance of mindfulness in the present moment. The narrative weaves... *War, Freedom, Letting Go, Peace*	Edward Espe Brown	Sep 03 2001
Walking in Beauty Through Zen Farming Serial: SF-00073 Wednesday night. The talk primarily explores the close relationship between Zen practice and agricultural efforts at Green Gulch Farm, emphasizing the themes of interconnectedness with nature, the importance of persistent learning, and adapting... *Suzuki Roshi, Heart Sutra, Anger, Greed, Hate, Bowing, Mill Valley, Continuous Practice,...*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Jul 25 2001
Savoring Life Through Presence Serial: EB-00053 The talk explores the concept of relationship and presence in both cooking and life, emphasizing mindful engagement and appreciation rather than striving for perfection or mastery. Through insights from Zen teachings and poetry,... *Death, Emptiness, Rumi, Silence*	Edward Espe Brown	Jul 18 2001
Boundless Narratives: Your Life Unbound Serial: EB-00011 This talk explores the creation of personal narratives as exemplified in performances and teachings, specifically referencing the Vimalakirti Sutra. It examines the theme of self-imposed limitations and the idea of creating one's... *Oneness, Vimalakirti, Sutra, Daily Life, Mahayana*	Edward Espe Brown	Jul 01 2001
Mindful Engagement in Life's Tasks Serial: EB-00010 The talk addresses the relationship between work and practice within Zen philosophy, emphasizing engagement with life's tasks through mindful presence rather than avoidance. It explores the shift from control to compassion and... *Instruction, Intimacy, Liberation, Posture*	Edward Espe Brown	Jun 06 2001
The Essence of Continuous Practice Serial: SF-04344 The talk examines excerpts from Eihei Kōroku by Zen Master Dogen, particularly focusing on Dogen's later teachings. It highlights the importance of daily practices and the realization of Dharma in everyday activities, discussing... *Book of Serenity, Non-attachment, Samsara, Hongzhi, Attachment*		Jun 04 2001
Everyday Courage in Zen Practice Serial: SF-04346 The talk elaborates on the metaphorical courage of everyday Zen practice as described through teachings and imagery found in Buddhist texts. The narrative emphasizes transcending the notion of future enlightenment predictions,... *Tassajara, Ordinary Mind, Vimalakirti, Diversity, Ego*		May 29 2001
Moonlit Paths to Enlightenment Serial: SF-04347 The talk focuses on Dogen's views on themes of enlightenment and the natural world, using the full moon as a symbol of completeness and beauty. The discourse delves into interpretations of Zen images and koans, such as the full... *Buddha's Birthday, Bodhidharma, Fox, Book of Serenity, Sandokai*		May 22 2001
Evolving Zen: Dogen's Monastic Insights Serial: SF-04348A The talk explores Zen Master Dogen's later teachings, focusing on the formal discourses delivered to his monks at Eheiji Temple. It examines the transformation in Dogen's approach from his earlier general teachings to a monastic-... *Intimacy, Karmic Consciousness, Gratitude, Doubt, Ordinary Mind*		May 14 2001

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