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The Monastic Tradition Serial: SF-00132 Monastic experience across religious traditions. The talk delves into the monastic experience as a universal human dimension, extending beyond specific religious traditions. It examines how the Christian monastic experience finds profound meaning in the 'word' within biblical... Silence, Monastic Practice, Don't Know Mind, Emptiness, Religion, Bell, Anger...	Brother David Steindl-Rast	Feb 26 1973 2
Living the Precepts in Zen Serial: RB-00091 The talk addresses the importance of understanding and integrating the Buddhist precepts in daily practice. It emphasizes how initial societal precepts shape one's approach to Zen practice and how zazen (meditation) helps align... *Practice, Precepts, Buddhism*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 23 1973
Awakening Through Bodhicitta Practice Serial: RB-00129 The central thesis of this talk revolves around the transformative power of recognizing and realizing the "bodhicitta" or the mind of enlightenment, as well as the practical implications of maintaining a vow to enlighten all... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Vow*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 22 1973
SF Seminar Serial: SF-00022 Myths and legends in religious traditions; natural and supernatural language. The talk addresses the concept of "karma obstacles" in relation to finding competent spiritual teachers, highlighting the role of karma in determining the quality of leaders in different communities. It further delves into the... *Attachment, Heart Sutra, Religion, Emptiness, Buddha Nature, Transmission, Enemies, Intuition...*	Dr Edward Conze	Feb 22 1973
Zen Practice: Integrating Precepts and Zazen Serial: RB-00090 The talk primarily focuses on the practical application of Zen teachings, emphasizing the importance of practicing zazen and precepts as foundational to Buddhist practice. The discussion addresses the transitions in the state of... *Practice, Zazen, Buddhism*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 21 1973
Collective Journey to Zen Clarity Serial: RB-00089 The talk discusses the advantages of practicing Zen in a collective setting, emphasizing the importance of shared routines and agreements that mitigate individual confusion. It addresses the complexity of practicing Zazen... *Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Zazen*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 18 1973
Desires Extinguished: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RB-00088 The talk explores the concepts of nirvana and enlightenment, emphasizing the nuanced understanding of desires in Buddhist practice. It discusses the importance of relinquishing dominating desires to achieve serenity and... *Desire, Practice, Buddha*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 11 1973
Embracing Reality Through Zen Simplicity Serial: RB-00086 The talk explores the theme of a non-repeatable universe alongside the practice of Zazen in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the receipt and acceptance of everything "as it is" without alteration. It contrasts Zen practice with... *Suzuki Roshi, Practice, Tozan*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 03 1973
Embracing Zen: Presence Over Perception Serial: RB-00298 This talk explores Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of sessions (sesshin) and Zazen for achieving a state of imperturbable mind and interconnectedness. The discussion elaborates on the nuances of Zen teachings, such as... *Practice, Dogen, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Feb 03 1973
Zen Silence and Reflective Awareness Serial: RB-00084 The talk focuses on two main aspects of Zen practice: accepting one's present state and being ready for the world beyond thinking. It explores the Pali scriptures' guidance on understanding different mental states without... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 28 1973
Embrace Self and Unpredictability Serial: RB-00297 The talk revolves around the dual aspects of Zen practice: acceptance of oneself without interference and readiness for life's unpredictabilities, in relation to both personal development and understanding of deeper... *Practice, Time, Buddhism*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 28 1973
Zazen: Beyond Sleep and Duality Serial: RB-00085 The discussion explores the practice of zazen and its transformative impact on experiencing sickness, emphasizing its contrast with sleep in relaxing the mind and body. The notion of practicing beyond understanding, especially... *Practice, Buddhism, Zazen*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 27 1973
Zazen Beyond Rational Boundaries Serial: RB-00296 The talk begins with a discussion on the personal experience of dealing with illness and its impact on the practice of Zazen. It then delves into the philosophical contrasts between the "world of light" and the "world of darkness... *Practice, Buddhism, Zazen*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 27 1973
Zen Practice: Individual and Irreplaceable Serial: RB-00083 The talk revolves around the concept of practice in Zen Buddhism, highlighting its individuality and non-repeatability. It critiques the modern Western inclination to seek verifiable and universal truths in spiritual practice,... *Practice, Buddhism, Work*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 23 1973
The Way-Seeking Paradox Serial: RB-00082 The main thesis of the discussion revolves around the paradox of studying and practicing Buddhism—an endeavor that's inherently beyond structured learning and fixed concepts. The practice demands a "way-seeking... *Practice, Practice Period, Enlightenment*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 18 1973
Unbroken Zen: Commitment and Lineage Serial: RB-00081 The talk explores the concepts of beginnings and continuity within Zen practice, focusing on the teachings of Umon (Ummon) and his lineage. It emphasizes the need for unwavering commitment, highlighting examples from historical... *Practice Period, Practice, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 15 1973
Awaken Through Desire's Death Serial: RB-00079 This talk emphasizes the necessity of giving up desires to truly practice Zen. It discusses the importance of prioritizing practice above all else and maintaining a balanced state of mind despite life's distractions. The talk... *Practice, Zazen, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 06 1973
Embracing Imperfection in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00321 The central thesis of the talk emphasizes the paradoxical nature of Zen practice, specifically the necessity of giving up desires and conventional life priorities to realize one's true self. The discussion critiques clinging to... *Practice, Zazen, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Jan 06 1973
Zen Living Beyond Routine Serial: RB-00078 The talk explores the core question of how to practice Zen Buddhism in daily life, focusing on staying present in each moment and confronting ingrained habits and values. Examples from the lives of Zen masters Joshu and Nansen... *Practice, Nansen, Joshu*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 30 1972
Sustaining Zen Teachings Together Serial: RB-00077 The talk centers on a memorial service for Suzuki Roshi, reflecting on his teachings and the importance of sustaining these teachings. The narrative delves into the significance of memorial services in Zen tradition, using... *Suzuki Roshi, Tozan, Buddha*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 23 1972
Renewing Wisdom Through Zen Memorials Serial: RB-00247 The talk discusses the significance and practice of memorial services in Zen, particularly referencing Suzuki Roshi. It emphasizes how memorial services are a means to continuously re-energize and renew one's relationship with... *Suzuki Roshi, Tozan, Buddha*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 23 1972
Zen in Everyday Moments Serial: RB-00076 This talk addresses the intersection of Zen Buddhist practice with one's personal life, especially during vulnerable times like Christmas. It emphasizes the importance of experiencing life’s moments directly and without... *Time, Practice, Suzuki Roshi*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 18 1972
Cultivating Continuous Mindful Practice Serial: RB-00245 The talk addresses the end of a practice period, emphasizing the importance of maintaining discipline, continuity, and mindfulness as a foundation for deeper practice. The idea of shared practice and commitment, particularly in... *Practice, Practice Period, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 16 1972
Living Zen: Embrace Every Moment Serial: RB-00075 The talk delves into the practicalities and philosophies associated with Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of experiencing life "just as it is" and highlighting the significance of direct experiences over theoretical... *Practice, Time, Tozan*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 12 1972
Living Zen in Everyday Life Serial: RB-00319 The talk delves into the initiation and nuances of Zen practice, emphasizing the relevance of situating one's practice "as it is," regardless of the setting. It highlights the significance of being alert and recognizing the... *Practice, Tozan, Karma*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 12 1972
Eternal Circles of Life Illuminated Serial: RB-00074 The talk revolves around the concept of reincarnation and the interconnectedness of life and death. It discusses how life is viewed as a continuum without separation, using the metaphor of lighting one candle with another to... *Suzuki Roshi, Effort*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 10 1972
Transcending Impermanence for Inner Freedom Serial: KR-00359 This talk delves into the Buddhist concept of true freedom through the lens of Dogen's "Shobo Genzo Shoji," focusing on the impermanence of life, or birth and death, as a realization of nirvana. It places emphasis on... *Birth-and-Death, Hate, Nirvana, Anger, Evil, Obstacles, Precepts, Happiness, Attachment,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 07 1972
Zen Mind Unbound Daily Life Serial: RB-00073 The discussion revolves around the profound inquiry into Buddhist teachings and practices, emphasizing the nature of mind, obstacles in Zen practice, and the essence of meditation and mindfulness within daily life. The questions... *Practice, Hindrances, Monkey Mind*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 07 1972
Lotus Journey: Transcending Birth and Death Serial: KR-00358 The talk explicates the teachings of Dogen concerning the integration of life, death, and spiritual practice, emphasizing the seamlessness between individual experiences of existence and the transcendent house of Buddha. It... *Birth-and-Death, Patience, Obstacles, Conversation, Beginners, Suffering, Breath, Compassion,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 06 1972
Zen Practice Beyond Enlightenment Serial: RB-00072 The central thesis of the talk underscores the importance of recognizing the true nature of one's mind through sustained Zen practice, particularly via seshin (intensive meditation retreats). It delineates that real progress in... *Time, Work, Practice*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 06 1972
Embracing the Moment's Dynamic Essence Serial: KR-00360 The talk explores the nature of the moment, emphasizing its dynamic and non-conceptual essence as described by Dogen. It delves into the relationship between life, death, and karma, arguing that there is no separation between... *Birth-and-Death, Hate, Obstacles, Compassion, Repentance, Karma*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 05 1972
Mindfulness in Every Moment Serial: RB-00499B This talk delves into the Zen concept of everyday practice, emphasizing that every action, including mundane tasks, is interconnected and a part of one's spiritual practice. The concept of non-discrimination in Zen practice is... *Zazen, Practice, Tozan*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 05 1972
Moments Unfurled: Zen and Time Serial: KR-00361 The talk explores the relationship between metaphysical concepts, like living authentically through zazen, and the philosophical interpretation of time in Zen, referencing Dogen's understanding of the concept of "moment." The... *Birth-and-Death, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 04 1972
Effortless Equanimity in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00499A The talk discusses the concept of non-discrimination in Zen practice, emphasizing how practitioners should approach zazen (sitting meditation) without distinguishing between good and bad experiences. It is suggested that... *Practice, Buddha, Consciousness*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 04 1972
Embracing Nirvana in Every Moment Serial: KR-00356 The talk delves into the profound understanding of the nature of life and death through Zen practice, emphasizing the teaching that birth and death are essentially the same as nirvana. The discussion highlights Dogen's teachings... Birth-and-Death, Hate, Nirvana, Buddha Nature, Interview, Patience, Community, Pain...	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 03 1972
Zen Beyond Everyday Discrimination Serial: RB-00320 The talk primarily explores the challenges and methods of practicing Zen in everyday life, emphasizing the importance of mindfulness and the relinquishing of discrimination in daily activities. Discussion revolves around... *Practice, Joshu, Nansen*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 03 1972
Embracing Patience in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00498C The talk from December 3rd, 1972, delves into the Zen concepts of patience, waiting, and engagement with the present moment during practice, contrasting structured and unstructured approaches to Zen meditation sessions. The... *Time, Suzuki Roshi, Bell*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 03 1972
Freedom in the Flow of Being Serial: KR-00353 The talk delves into the Zen philosophical understanding of freedom within the cycle of birth and death, examining insights from Zen masters Kassan, Jozan, and Hojo. It explores the concepts of karma, the illusion of constant... *Birth-and-Death, Suffering, Consciousness, Posture, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 02 1972
Eternal Harmony of Birth and Death Serial: KR-00354 The talk examines the nature of birth and death in relation to nirvana, positing that both are aspects of the same temporal reality, which becomes apparent through self-awareness. The discussion emphasizes the integration of the... *Birth-and-Death, Pain, Nirvana, Hate, Enemies, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 02 1972
Buddhism's Paradox of Non-Doing Serial: RB-00498B Main Thesis The discussion focuses on the paradoxical practices in Buddhism, notably the concept of non-doing, and the distinction between ignorance and enlightenment in relation to karma. Concepts such as practicing singular... *Buddhism, Practice, Buddha*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 02 1972
Birth and Death as Nirvana Serial: KR-00352 This talk discusses Dogen's Shobogenzo Shoji, focusing on the concept of birth and death within Zen Buddhism. It examines key teachings from Zen Masters Kassan and Josan, emphasizing that true freedom from the cycle of birth and... *Birth-and-Death, Nirvana, Obstacles, Patience, difficulty, Attachment, Compassion, Evil,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 01 1972
Breath as the Essence of Being Serial: RB-00498A This talk emphasizes the significance of breath in one's life and death, connecting it to the broader notions of understanding and acceptance. It advocates for awareness of one's breath as a fundamental practice, aligning it with... *Breath, Consciousness, Love*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 01 1972
Embracing Fluidity: Karma and Self Serial: KR-00351 The lecture explores the concept of "no self," arguing there is no fixed self due to the shifting nature of karma and the interplay between free will and inevitability. Referencing ancient Indian philosophies—fatalism, god's will... *Consciousness, Attachment*	Katagiri Roshi	Nov 28 1972
Embracing Desire in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00317 The central thesis of the talk discusses the nature of pure practice in Buddhism, contrasting it with preparatory practice. It emphasizes the necessity of embracing both desires and aversions as part of the practice. It also... *Practice, Time, Suzuki Roshi*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Nov 28 1972
Zen Practice: Letting Go Now Serial: RB-00497 The talk focuses on the distinction between preparatory practice and pure practice in Zen Buddhism, exploring the necessity of giving up attachments to achieve enlightenment. Central to the discussion is the nuanced... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Nov 28 1972
Seeing Beyond Self: Shikantaza Unveiled Serial: RB-00496 The talk centers on the practice of Zazen, specifically Shikantaza, and the importance of seeing beyond superficial distinctions to experience the interconnectedness of all things. It emphasizes the challenges of overcoming self-... *Practice, Zazen*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Nov 23 1972
Zen Friendship and Courage Essence Serial: RB-00495 The talk primarily covers the significance of the Shusho ceremony, emphasizing its role in Zen practice as a moment of communal and personal testing. It then discusses the qualities of true friendship, applying Zen principles of... *Practice, Manjushri, Anger*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Nov 18 1972
Embracing Zen: Questioning and Vows Serial: RB-00494 The main thesis of the talk focuses on the upcoming Shuso Ceremony and its significance in Zen practice, particularly around the act of questioning as a central part of Buddhist inquiry. The talk emphasizes a more cooperative and... *Practice, Japan, Ceremony*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Nov 16 1972
Embracing Impermanence Through Non-Self Serial: KR-00348 The talk explores the Buddhist concept of "non-self" and its implications for understanding suffering and impermanence, drawing from the Samyukta Nikaya and other Buddhist texts. The discussion emphasizes how the fluidity of self... *Silence, Consciousness, Attachment, Separation, Suffering, Conversation, Emotions, Ceremony,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Nov 14 1972
Living Zen: Embrace Without Clinging Serial: KR-00349 The talk examines the interplay between spiritual tradition and personal experience, focusing on the teachings of Bodhidharma. It explores the challenges of practicing Zen without attachment or personal desires, emphasizing the... *Bodhidharma, Practice*	Katagiri Roshi	Nov 14 1972

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