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Bridging Wisdom: Buddhism Meets Christianity Serial: KR-00257 The talk explores the challenging endeavor of reconciling the philosophical differences between Buddhism and Christianity, particularly regarding their existential and metaphysical frameworks. Emphasis is placed on the importance... *Monastic Practice, Lotus Sutra, Instruction, Culture, Ceremony, Mahayana, Ego, confusion,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 06 1971
Manifested Three Treasures Serial: SR-00215 The talk explores the concept of the Three Treasures in Buddhism—Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha—and their manifestations as existing both indivisibly and as perceived figures and teachings after Shakyamuni Buddha. The focus is on... Precepts, Precepts, Emptiness, Priest, Anger, Sangha, Enemies, Hate, Observe...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 06 1971 City Center
Transiency and Tranquility Through Mindfulness Serial: KR-00256 The talk explores the concept of "dhamma" as the underlying truth of existence, focusing on the laws of transiency and its impact on human life. It emphasizes the importance of living according to egolessness and perceiving the... *Constancy, Ego, Evil, Posture, Nirvana, Religion, Hate, Building*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 02 1971
Real Precepts Are Beyond Words Serial: SR-00216 The talk explores the Zen concept of precepts, distinguishing them from traditional prohibitory rules like the Ten Commandments. Instead, Zen precepts are understood as a comprehensive practice of zazen, embodying the non-... Precepts, Precepts, Observe, Freedom, Emptiness, Sangha, Duality, Karma	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 02 1971 City Center
Ego's Illusion and Mindful Growth Serial: KR-00254 The talk explores the concept of ego and the notion of mindfulness in Zen practice, illustrated through the anecdote of a Zen master who isolates for meditation and experiences a lapse characterized by the illusion of receiving... *Monastic Practice, Mindfulness, Buddha Nature, Enthusiasm, Posture, Ego, Meditation, Evil...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 1971
Embracing Impermanence for Vibrant Living Serial: KR-00253 This talk explores the concept of impermanence through a dialogue between Buddha and his disciple Sona. The discussion emphasizes understanding impermanence as a source of suffering but not as a pessimistic doctrine. It suggests... *Impermanence, Attachment, Intention, Ego, Passions, Breath, Happiness, confusion, Ceremony...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 26 1971
Swirling Waters of Impermanence Serial: KR-00255 This talk delves into the impermanence of life as explained by the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha, using the metaphor of the Ganga River's swirling waters to illustrate the constant change and lack of substantiality in human... *Consciousness, Ceremony, Attachment, Buddha Nature, Impermanence, Conversation, Enemies, Ego,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 24 1971
Embracing Impermanence Through Buddhist Insight Serial: KR-00250 The talk centers on understanding the nature of human existence through the lens of Buddhism, particularly as expressed in the Lotus Sutra and Dogen Zenji's teachings. It emphasizes the transient nature of all beings and the... Attachment, Buddha Nature, Nirvana, Lotus Sutra, Commitment, Community, Evil, Suffering...	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 22 1971
Purely Involved Helping Others Serial: SR-00173 The talk emphasizes the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, focusing on the bodhisattva vow to help others. The discussion contrasts the non-discriminating perception in zazen with the discriminating actions required... Nansen, things-as-it-is, Discrimination, Ummon, Wisdom, Freedom, Discrimination, Sanctuary,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 22 1971 City Center
Interconnected Enlightenment: A Universal Awakening Serial: KR-00252 The talk introduces Chapter 5 of the Lord's Sutra, highlighting Shakyamuni Buddha's teachings that emphasize the interconnectedness of all beings and the universal presence of Buddha nature in both humans and all sentient beings... *Precepts, Perfect Wisdom, Religion, Demons, Offering, Interview*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 20 1971
Sewing Sesshin Serial: SR-00122 Sunday, June 20, 1971 Sesshin Lecture No. ____ San Francisco The lecture from June 20, 1971, discusses the significance of the okesa and rakusu in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing that they are not merely symbolic apparel but embody the dharma itself. A core teaching highlighted is that proper... Sesshin, Okesa, Dogen, Attachment, New Year, Freedom, Bodhidharma, Lay, Concentration, Zazen,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 20 1971 City Center
Unveiling Buddha Nature in Daily Life Serial: KR-00251 The talk explores the significance of the Lotus Sutra in Buddhism, emphasizing its universal applicability beyond specific Buddhist schools through Shakyamuni Buddha's teachings. Special attention is given to the metaphor in... *Lotus Sutra, Happiness, difficulty, Buddha Nature, Oneness, Breath, Lay, Realization, Hate...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 17 1971
Precepts as Original Nature Serial: SR-00121 The talk emphasizes the intrinsic nature of precepts, arguing that they are inherent to human nature rather than imposed or solely dictated by religious doctrine. It highlights the universality and fundamental presence of... Precepts, Bodhidharma, Precepts, Concentration, Building, Posture, New Year, Bodhidharma,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 12 1971 City Center
Freedom from Everything Serial: SR-00150 Sesshin Lecture, Day 5Wednesday, June 9, 1971San Francisco The talk centers on the practice of zazen, specifically shikantaza, and emphasizes the importance of approaching it with seriousness and sincerity. It explores themes such as detachment, the integration of practice into everyday... Sesshin, Happiness, Demons, Precepts, Perfect Wisdom, Attachment, New Year, Zazen, Wisdom,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 09 1971 City Center
Calmness of Mind Serial: SR-00151 Sesshin Lecture No. 2 Sunday, June 7, 1971 San Francisco Practice is to expose yourself as you are, express yourself fully. Accepting your teacher's words. Zen Center practice community offering mutual support for practice. The talk focuses on the essence of Zen practice, emphasizing Shikantaza or "just sitting," and the continuous practice of true self-expression without expectations. It describes living in each transient unit of time and... Sesshin, Zazen, Breath, Community, Emptiness, Priest, Pain, Community, Hate, Death, difficulty...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 07 1971 City Center
Okesa Ceremony Serial: SR-00146 Ceremony of the okesa: chanting the fascicle Shobogenzo Kesa Kudoku; ten virtues of the okesa. What is practice of zazen and practice of the okesa. Truth is beyond priest or layperson. Acknowledging Yoshida Roshi. The talk discusses the ceremony of the okesa, emphasizing the ten virtues of this sacred garment as recorded in Dogen Zenji's "Shobogenzo Kesa Kudoku." The okesa's virtues are explored in detail, highlighting its transformative... *Priest, Ceremony, Okesa, Zazen, Dragons, Priest, Greed, Demons, Gratitude, Happiness...*	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 06 1971 City Center
The Teaching Just for You Serial: SR-00147 Sesshin Lecture No. 1 Saturday, June 5, 1971 San Francisco The talk examines the dual understanding of Zen practice, focusing on the concept of "just to sit." While practice traditionally aims for improvement over time, the true essence is experiencing the goal in each moment rather than... Sesshin, Precepts, Dragons, Bodhidharma, Truth, Buddha Nature, Politics, Transmission, Zazen,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 05 1971 City Center
Embracing Life's Circle Through Zen Serial: KR-00296 The central theme of the talk revolves around understanding and applying the essence of Zen practice through mindfulness and intentionality, specifically through the metaphor of a circle and the concept of ‘opportunity’ or ‘kien... *Attachment, Liberation, Lay, Ceremony, Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 01 1971
Eyes of Insight: Beyond Perception Serial: KR-00297 This talk explores the concept of the "five eyes" in Buddhism, as presented in the Daichi-doron Sutra: the physical eye, heavenly eye, wisdom eye, Dharma eye, and Buddha eye. The talk emphasizes the limitations and scope of each... *Hindrances, Happiness, Suffering, Attachment, Discrimination, Building, Offering, Realization...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 1971
Seeing Beyond the Physical Eye Serial: KR-00302 The talk primarily explores the concept of the "five eyes" in Buddhism: the physical eye, heavenly eye, wisdom eye, Dhamma eye, and Buddha eye. It emphasizes the integration of worldly and spiritual perception, encouraging an... Meditation, difficulty, Anger, Happiness, Composure, Fox, Passions, Hate, Suffering...	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 1971
Nurturing Wisdom Through Dharma Rain Serial: KR-00303 The talk discusses central themes from Chapter 5 of the Lotus Sutra, with a detailed exploration of the profound merits of the Tathagata, as described through a metaphor of rain nourishing various plants. The discussion... *Attachment, Nirvana, Hate, Demons, Dragons, Offering, Ceremony*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 1971
Mindful Movement in Zazen Practice Serial: KR-00295 The talk focuses on precise techniques for physical positioning and breathing during zazen practice, emphasizing the integration and effect of these practices on internal and external tensions. Detailed guidance is offered on... *Breath*	Katagiri Roshi	May 11 1971
Wholehearted Sitting in Stillness Serial: KR-00293 The talk focuses on the practice of zazen, emphasizing the Soto school approach of Shikantaza, or "just sitting," distinct from the Rinzai school’s focus on koans. It delves into the concept of "wholeheartedness," or "shojin," as... *Concentration, Right Effort, Instruction, Pain, Composure, Mindfulness, Observe, Posture,...*	Katagiri Roshi	May 08 1971
Embracing the Ordinary: Dogen's Zen Insight Serial: KR-00333 The talk discusses the recent publication "Primo Soto Zen," a translation of Dogen's "Shobo Genzo Zuimonji" by Professor Masunaga, emphasizing its importance for both laypeople and priests. The teachings of Dogen on recognizing... *Breath, Offering, Pain, Demons, Instruction, Composure, Interdependence, Bell, Attachment...*	Katagiri Roshi	May 05 1971
Wholehearted Bowing, Unveiling Buddha Within Serial: KR-00334 The talk elucidates the principle of interdependence in Zen practice through the act of bowing with wholeheartedness to recognize the intrinsic Buddha in daily life. It emphasizes the importance of Dogen's teachings, particularly... *Hate, Interdependence, Tassajara, Breath, Attachment, Pain*	Katagiri Roshi	May 05 1971
Zen Breathing: Harmonizing Mind and Body Serial: KR-00294 This talk investigates the intricate practice of regulating breath in Zen, highlighting essential teachings from Dogen on harmonizing body and mind for spiritual tranquility. It emphasizes the detailed attention needed in... Breath, Oneness, Right Effort, Emotions, Discrimination, Consciousness, Pain, Building...	Katagiri Roshi	May 03 1971
Catching Space: Zen's Living Wisdom Serial: KR-00331 This talk explores the Zen concept of space, as illustrated by a story involving Sekkyo, a Zen master, and the symbolic interaction of "catching space," critiquing preconceived notions of space and existence. The discussion... *Breath, Compassion, Observe, Posture, Buddha Nature, Consciousness, Precepts, Silence,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 27 1971
Living the Experience of Wisdom Serial: KR-00330 The talk explores the challenge of grasping and teaching the concept of "prajnaparamita" or "perfect wisdom" as narrated in the Sutra of Perfect Wisdom. A conversation unfolds between Shakyamuni Buddha and Shakra, where... *Breath, Perfect Wisdom, Building, Instruction, Tassajara, Lay, Ceremony, Attachment,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 25 1971
From Osaka Roots to Zen Wisdom Serial: KR-00328 The talk details a personal journey from growing up in a religious Buddhist family in Osaka, Japan, to becoming a Zen priest. Emphasis is placed on transitional phases, such as post-World War II experiences, working briefly for... *Ceremony, Teacher-and-Student, Chanting, Transmission, Ordination, Conversation, Compassion...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 11 1971
Balancing Sutras and Service Duties Serial: KR-00329 The talk focuses on the challenges and responsibilities of practicing and teaching Buddhism both in the West and Japan. It emphasizes the importance of studying sutras despite the vast number, highlighting daily efforts to... *Hate*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 11 1971
Zen Symbols: Path to True Self Serial: KR-00327 The talk explores the symbolic meaning of Buddha's birthday ceremony and its connection to Zen practice. Emphasizing the symbolism of sweet tea and flowers, it underscores the importance of realizing Buddha nature through direct... *Birth-and-Death, Ego, Gratitude, Subject-and-Object, Buddha Nature, Evil, Suffering, Oneness...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 10 1971
Rooting Zen: Beyond Ego Illusions Serial: KR-00325 The talk discusses Zen master Dogen's teachings on the "attainable root" versus the "lamentable branch," emphasizing the dangers of inserting extra thoughts in practice, which can lead to illusions and ego conflicts. The... *Happiness, Consciousness, Don't Know Mind, Buddha Nature, Delusion, Bell, Emotions,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 05 1971
Breaking Free: Effort and Mindfulness Serial: KR-00324 The lecture centers on the metaphor of a bird hatching from an egg to illustrate the importance of relying on others, especially in spiritual practice, while emphasizing the necessity of individual effort in breaking free from... *Breath, difficulty, Consciousness, Buddha Nature, Obstacles, Posture, Ceremony, Delusion, Pain...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 04 1971
Breathe Life with Mindful Action Serial: KR-00323 The talk titled "Mindful Living Beyond the Cushion" emphasizes the urgency of practicing Zen Buddhism by focusing on immediate, mindful actions rather than seeking abstract concepts like happiness or enlightenment. The speaker... *Breath, Mindfulness, Don't Know Mind, Evil, Bell, Ego, Happiness*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 03 1971
Breath, Mind, and Zen Harmony Serial: KR-00321 The talk explores the Zen concept of breath regulation, known as Chosoku, emphasizing the integration of mind and respiration with meticulous attention. Breathing, seen as a bridge between self and mind, should be moderate and... *Breath, Posture, Buddha Nature, Evil, Instruction, Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 02 1971
Aligning Breath with True Nature Serial: KR-00322 The talk discusses the practice of realizing one's capabilities, emphasizing the importance of recognizing personal habits and the environmental influences that shape them. It refers to the Zen concept of understanding and... *Breath, Buddha Nature, Delusion, Ego, Building*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 02 1971
Breathing into Zen Harmony Serial: KR-00320 The talk explores the Zen practice of breathing as outlined by Dogen Zenji, emphasizing the importance of meticulous attention to breath for understanding the principles of transiency and regulation of the mind. Despite the... *Breath, Posture, Don't Know Mind, Instruction, Building, confusion, Delusion, Evil,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 01 1971
Zen's Path to Foundational Clarity Serial: KR-00326 The talk explores the significance of understanding the foundational aspects of life through Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of aligning with the 'bedrock' of human existence rather than being caught up in the... *Happiness, Enemies, Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 1971
Beyond Dualities: Effort in Zen Serial: KR-00318 The talk explores the concept of effort in Zen practice, emphasizing its dichotomous nature between seeking enlightenment and avoiding delusion. The discussion highlights the complex relationship between effort, dichotomous... *Dragons, Delusion, Anger, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 30 1971
Embracing Reality Beyond Dualism Serial: KR-00319 The talk delves into the profound concepts of emptiness and self-realization within the framework of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the notion of "big self" versus "small self." It stresses the futility of seeking peace in dualistic... *Dragons, Ego, Evil, Realization, Consciousness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 30 1971
Navigating Uncertainty with Zen Clarity Serial: KR-00316 The talk explores the Zen Buddhist philosophy of accepting the present moment's reality amid life's uncertainties and challenges. It uses the allegory of Pindola Bharadwaja's story from the "Sutra of Sermon" or "Seppo Kyo" in... *Effort, Zazen, Happiness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 27 1971
Finding Completeness in Each Step Serial: KR-00317 The talk emphasizes the "essence of completeness" found in the practice of Zen, particularly through the act of taking a single step rooted in the present moment. The speaker elucidates that genuine happiness and understanding of... *Religion*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 27 1971
Transcending Duality Through Continuous Practice Serial: KR-00315 The talk focuses on the Buddhist concept of cultivating and practicing good without cessation, emphasizing the need to transcend the conventional discrimination between good and bad. The discussion explores the existential... *Discrimination, Liberation, Religion, Building*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 23 1971
Endless Effort Beyond Duality Serial: KR-00336 The talk focuses on the interpretation of "effort" as emphasized in Shakyamuni Buddha's last words, particularly in the "Shobo Genzo" by Dogen Zenji, who describes it as practicing "good things" without ceasing. The discourse... *Mahayana, Patience, Building*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 20 1971
Changing Our Karma Serial: SR-00116 The talk focuses on the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, emphasizing a continuous, attentive engagement with one's actions to mitigate and transform karma. Through illustrative anecdotes such as the Zen master's... Baso, Concentration, Karma, Suffering, difficulty, Ceremony	Suzuki Roshi	Mar 09 1971 City Center
Why We Have So Many Problems Serial: SR-00153 Tuesday, March 2, 19718 am Tuesday MorningSan Francisco This talk addresses the root causes of human problems from both Buddhist and psychological perspectives, questioning the fundamental life structures and desires leading to dissatisfaction and distress. It emphasizes the Buddhist... Concentration, Ego, difficulty, Ceremony, Addiction, confusion, Building	Suzuki Roshi	Mar 02 1971 City Center
The Driver Serial: SR-00119 The talk discusses the concept of "mumyo" or delusion, emphasizing the importance of having a clear understanding and guidance (a "driver") to progress toward enlightenment. Obstacles such as misidentifying... Anger, Karma, Zazen, difficulty, Freedom, Tassajara, Peace, confusion, Posture, Pain, War...	Suzuki Roshi	Feb 27 1971 City Center
Be Kind with Yourself Serial: SR-00112 Warm-hearted practice. Breathing and posture in zazen. We all have different circumstances, but in the monastery, we have one practice. Rules give freedom to practice. The main thesis of the talk centers on the significance of embodying warmth and kindness in one's zazen practice, emphasizing that following instructions alone is insufficient without infusing them with compassion and a... Dogen, Zazen, Tatsugami, Freedom, Instruction, Monks, Posture, Priest	Suzuki Roshi	Feb 23 1971 Tassajara
Talk on Chiji Shingi Serial: SF-06114C The talk focuses on the Zen concept of Chiji Shingi and highlights the principle that the essence of perception and enlightenment does not change fundamentally, but the understanding and perspective transform through experience... *Buddha, Time, Enlightenment*	Tatsugami Roshi	Feb 22 1971 Tassajara
It Is Actually Buddha's Practice Serial: SF-06114B The main thesis of the talk emphasizes that true practice in Zen involves embodying Buddha's practice rather than perceiving it as a personal endeavor. This concept suggests that selfless practice leads to liberation from... Sesshin, Tatsugami, Zazen, Karma	Suzuki Roshi	Feb 20 1971 Tassajara

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