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Gratitude and Connection in Zen Serial: KR-00298 The discussion centers around expressing gratitude and the importance of maintaining connections within the Zen community. It explores the logistical and personal considerations for facilitating visits, teachings, and potential... *Practice Period, New Year, Tassajara, Building, Gratitude, Lay*	Katagiri Roshi
Zazen: Resonating Beyond Thought Serial: SF-04343 The discussion focuses on Zazen, portraying it as an integral practice that transcends ordinary judgment and connects practitioners to a broader, interconnected existence with all beings. The practice is framed as a communal... *Balance, Uchiyama, Faith, Tassajara*	Taigen Dan Leighton
Untitled Serial: SR-00252C This could be Katagiri Roshi speaking, end of talk only.Talking about concentration camps. The talk concludes with reflections on the themes of sacrifice, faith, and eternal freedom, illustrated through the story of Maximilian Kolbe, a prisoner in Auschwitz. Kolbe's selfless act of offering his life to save another... *Sangha, War, Freedom*	Unknown Speaker	C Unknown
Embracing Change with Compassionate Wisdom Serial: SF-07284 Talk by Zendo on YYYY-MM-DD The talk addresses the challenges of embracing impermanence and practicing Dharma amidst personal transitions and global unrest. It emphasizes that awareness and acknowledgment of emotions pave the way toward a more liberated... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Zendo
Navigating Emotions Through Zen's Lens Serial: SF-07286 Talk by Zendo on YYYY-MM-DD This talk centers on the themes of grief, gratitude, righteous anger, and the practice of non-attachment, particularly in the context of personal experiences with birth and death. A key focus is on the teachings of Ehei Dogen,... *Time, Anger, Practice*	Zendo
Green Gulch: Seeds of Zen Harmony Serial: SF-10098 Talk by History Parts And Wendy Johnson at Green Gulch Farm on YYYY-MM-DD The talk discusses the establishment and development of Green Gulch Farm within the Zen Center, tracing its history from its acquisition and development under the influence of figures like Alan Chadwick and Harry Roberts, to its... *Time, Work, Community*	History Parts And Wendy Johnson	Green Gulch Farm
Dogen Class: Miracles Serial: SF-02733 The talk delves into the teachings of Dogen, particularly his views on time and miracles. Dogen's perspective emphasizes the comprehensive presence of time in each moment, offering endless possibilities for transformation... *Zazen, Intimacy, Lineage, Dream World, Lotus Sutra, Teacher-and-Student, Don't Know Mind...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Nov 17 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Endless Practice, True Self Discovery Serial: KR-00229 The talk focuses on the quest for understanding one's true nature through Zen practice and the futility of traditional achievements or external recognitions in realizing that understanding. It emphasizes the teachings of Dogen... *Lotus Sutra*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 13
Mastery in Letting Go Serial: KR-00233 The talk centers on the concept of "finishing touches" in Zen practice, emphasizing that true mastery involves letting go of conscious control over actions and accepting the natural order or "Absolute" state of existence where... *Composure*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 07
Kesa: Threads of Spiritual Liberation Serial: KR-00301 The talk explores the concept of "kesa," a Buddhist ceremonial robe, delving into its significance and symbolism as described in Buddhist texts. The discussion covers the translation and interpretation challenges of kesa,... *Liberation, Four Noble Truths, difficulty, Delusion, Emotions, Chanting, Greed, Nirvana,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 27
Ego's Dance in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00305 The talk examines the practice of making the Rakusu and chanting in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of engaging in these activities without seeking outcomes, as doing so transforms life into a 'magic' or a mere game. The... *Ego, Evil, Monastic Practice, Delusion, Oneness*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 20
Breaking Illusions: The Zen Path Serial: RB-00327 The talk focuses on the concepts of Zen practice and the role of mind in understanding reality, emphasizing teachings from the Sixth Patriarch and related Zen teachers. The discussion explores the practice of the samadhi of one... *Practice, Suffering, Buddhism*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	May 06
Embracing Presence Beyond Perception Serial: RB-00525 The talk centers on the Zen story of Ryutan's encounter with Tokusan, using it as a metaphor to explore core Zen concepts of 'being' over traditional subject-object relationships. By examining Buddhist precepts not as... *Buddhism, Time, Karma*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Oct 27
Solitude's Path to Collective Wisdom Serial: RB-00544 The talk explores the theme of complete personal responsibility and aloneness, which is considered the gateway to understanding and connecting with others. It discusses how recognizing one’s own complete responsibility and... *Buddha, Work*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 07
Zen Entanglement: Beyond Observable Reality Serial: RB-00595 The talk explores the intersections between Zen philosophy and the principles of quantum mechanics, particularly focusing on the concepts of non-locality and interconnectedness as reflected in both realms. It refers to recent... *Koan, Buddhism, Time*	Zentatsu Richard Baker	Dec 07
Zen Threads: Connecting Past with Present Serial: SF-11639 12/04/2018, Rinso Ed Sattizahn, dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the significance of student-teacher relationships in Zen Buddhism, illustrated through a case from the "Book of Serenity" involving Dengshan and Yunyan. The discussion reflects on memorial traditions, the... *Suzuki Roshi, Time, Love*	Rinso Ed Sattizahn	Dec 04 2018 City Center
Trusting Uncertainty: Experiencing Zen Serial: SF-11641 2/3/2018, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the complexities of Zen practice and the engagement required to fully experience the teachings of the Dharma, drawing on analogies from Dogen Zenji and a Seamus Heaney poem to illustrate points about trust,... *Dogen, Bodhidharma, Study*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Feb 03 2018 Tassajara
Relying on Dharma in Zen Serial: SF-11642 6/3/2018, Kokyo Henkel dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk focuses on a key teaching from the Mahāparinirvāṇa Sūtra, emphasizing the Four Reliances in Buddhist practice. It highlights the importance of relying on the Dharma rather than the teacher, the definitive teachings... *Buddha, Buddha Nature, Consciousness*	Kokyo Henkel	Jun 03 2018 Green Gulch Farm
On Kechimyaku, Inka and Robes Serial: SF-00028 Interviewed by Kazuaki Tanahashi; brief history of studies in Rinzai dojo; nature of being a roshi. The talk explores the rigorous training and life journey of an individual within the Rinzai Zen tradition, delving into personal experiences, philosophical reflections, and historical accounts of the Zen practice. Central themes... Hate, Dana Paramita, Religion, Intuition, Lineage, Evil, Happiness, Freedom, Doubt...	Nakamura Jitsudo-Roshi	Jan 09 1977
Obstacles as Pathways to Enlightenment Serial: SF-00082 The talk discusses the nature of obstacles and their role in spiritual practice, emphasizing that obstacles are not enemies but opportunities for growth and understanding. It explores the concept of perception and one's... *Obstacles, Anger, Doubt, Enemies, Dana Paramita, Emotions, Observe, Bell, Vow, Instruction...*	Ane Pema Chödrön	Jul 23 1989
Lotus Sutra, Lecture No. II-13 Serial: SR-00005 Fall 1968Zen Mountain Center This lecture focuses on the figures and concepts within the Lotus Sutra, illustrating the roles and relationships of various bodhisattvas and arhats. It details the presence and significance of Buddha's family members and... Lotus Sutra, Wisdom, Monks, Sutra, Dana Paramita, Silence, Lay, Transmission, Karma, Breath...	Suzuki Roshi	Oct 1968 Series 2, Talk 13 Tassajara
Lotus Sūtra No. I-3 Serial: SR-00117 February 1968Zen Mountain Center The talk examines a segment of the "Lotus Sūtra," focusing on a dialogue between Manjusri and Maitreya addressing the grand discourse and its deeper meanings. It discusses Manjusri's role in conveying the teaching of the law... Lotus Sutra, Wisdom, Dana Paramita, Perfect Wisdom, Intention, Monks, Sutra, Precepts,...	Suzuki Roshi	Feb 1968 Series 1, Talk 3 Tassajara
Shōbōgenzō Serial: SF-05093F Thursday, August 18, 1966SESSHIN LECTURE: Thursday, 1:00 pm, Lecture BSokoji, San Francisco The talk explores the dynamic nature of Buddhist teaching as a continuous renewal and return to foundational principles, emphasizing the fluidity and unity between Buddha and sentient beings. It challenges materialistic... Sesshin, Buddha Mind, Birth-and-Death, Dana Paramita, Fasting, Interdependence...	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 18 1966 B Sokoji
Because Of Our Many Desires, We Do Not Have Freedom Serial: SR-00102 The talk discusses the nature of desires and the Buddhist path to freedom from worldly attachments, arguing that our desires restrict our freedom and cause suffering. It emphasizes practicing mindfulness to overcome these... *Freedom, Desire, Changsha, Suffering, Dana Paramita, Death, Lay, Offering, Bell, Truth...*	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 03 1971 Tassajara
Departures Serial: SF-07389 8/14/2013, Jisan Tova Green dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the theme of "departures," exploring personal experiences and cultural works reflecting life's transient nature and the presence of death. It examines how Zen practice prepares individuals to meet loss and... *Time, Practice, Love*	Jisan Tova Green	Aug 14 2013 City Center
Sejiki: Offering Nourishment Serial: SF-07535 10/29/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the Sajiki Ceremony and its significance in confronting and honoring uncomfortable aspects of life, particularly death and the six realms of existence, including hungry ghosts. The discussion addresses the... *Ceremony, Letting Go, Time*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Oct 29 2014 Tassajara
Sujata's Offering: Nourishment for Awakening (Sesshin Day 4) Serial: SF-07627 12/12/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts, dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk explores the theme of nourishment in the story of Siddhartha and its relevance to spiritual maturity and practice. Initially focusing on Siddhartha's recollection of joy under the rose apple tree, the discussion delves... *Practice, Time, Buddha*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Dec 12 2014 Tassajara
Stage of Trust Serial: SF-07669 2/27/2014, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the transformative potential of human consciousness as it moves from suffering towards realization, delving into Zen concepts such as impermanence, emptiness, and interbeing. It emphasizes the process of... *Time, Faith, Practice*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Feb 27 2014 Tassajara
"Life Changing" Precepts (aka: "It's all about love") Serial: SF-07883 04/23/2022, Keiryu Liên Shutt, dharma talk at City Center. An examination of the precepts as a container for self-study, as an awareness practice, and as an enactment of Buddha Nature. This talk explores the transformative role of precepts in Zen practice, emphasizing their function as a guiding container, a mindfulness tool, and an expression of Buddha nature. It connects the study and practice of precepts to... *Practice, Precepts, Time*	Keiryu Liên Shutt	Apr 23 2022 City Center
Courageously Practicing the Teaching of Suchness in the Midst of Illness and Fear Serial: SF-08411 01/14/2024, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. This talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson considers how to apply the Teaching of Thusness to the significant outbreak of infection and disruption in the midst of our... The talk focuses on the concept of "just sitting" as the essence of Zazen within the Buddha way, emphasizing the role of Zen practitioners, both priests and laypeople, in supporting and encouraging this practice. Reflections... *Practice, Buddha, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2024 Green Gulch Farm
Grandmotherly Kindness: Models for Practice Serial: SF-08424 06/29/2024, Shosan Victoria Austin, dharma talk at City Center. This talk was given by Shosan Victoria Austin at one of Beginner’s Mind Temple’s pop-up events at Unity Church on Page St in San Francisco. Sōtō Zen teaches that... The talk discusses the metaphor of "grandparent mind" as a lens for understanding and practicing compassion, based on Buddhist principles. The focus is on translating compassion into action through three referenced models,... *Practice, Suffering, Compassion*	Shosan Victoria Austin	Jun 29 2024 City Center
Sesshin Day 2: Full Expression Serial: SF-10420 6/9/2017, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the karma of speech from a Zen perspective, highlighting how speech and silence interrelate in expressing wisdom and compassion. Key to the discussion are reflections on Dogen's teachings and the symbolic role... *Bell, Practice, Dogen*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Jun 09 2017 City Center
Turn the Light Inward Serial: SF-10845 05/01/2019, Kiku Christina Lehnherr, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk engages with the concept of "refuge" in Zen practice, emphasizing that true refuge involves taking personal responsibility for one's life and experiences. It highlights how acknowledging personal conditioning, along with... *Practice, Pain, Time*	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	May 01 2019 Tassajara
Karma and Zazen Serial: SF-11010 The study of karma, and the importance of practicing zazen and non-doing for the study of self/the study of karma. 10/02/2021, Tenzen David Zimmerman, dharma talk at City Center. The main thesis of the talk is an exploration of karma through the lens of Zen practice, particularly emphasizing the practice of Zazen and the study of self. It delves into the fundamental aspects of karma as intentional action... *Karma, Practice, Zazen*	Abbot Tenzen David Zimmerman	Oct 02 2021 City Center
Being Present with Grief (video) Serial: SF-11251 04/08/2020, Jisan Tova Green, dharma talk at City Center. The central thesis of the talk focuses on the dual themes of grief and liberation, exploring how these are intertwined in both personal experience and spiritual tradition. The discussion covers historical and contemporary... *Time, Buddha, Vow*	Jisan Tova Green	Apr 08 2020 City Center
Abiding In Imperfection Serial: SF-11626 3/1/2018, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the complexities of practicing Zazen in the context of Zen teachings, specifically referencing Dogen's fascicle on Zazen Shin. It draws parallels between the Zen practice and the natural environment, emphasizing... *Zazen, Practice, Time*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 01 2018 Tassajara
Awakening Through Non-Dual Identity Serial: SF-01885 Q&A The talk explores an experience of non-duality, described as the realization of identity with what was previously perceived as the "other," specifically in the context of a confrontation with a riot squad. This experience led to... *Evil, Suzuki Roshi, Separation, Peace, Anger, Mill Valley, Impermanence, Tassajara, Delusion...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Sep 11 Unknown
Silent Bloom: Zen's Wordless Wisdom Serial: SF-12222 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Tassajara on 2017-10-28 The talk delves into the transmission of the Dharma from Shakyamuni Buddha to his disciple Mahakashapa, as exemplified by the story of the Buddha raising a flower and Mahakashapa smiling. It explores Mahakashapa's esteemed role... *Transmission, Sangha, Dharma Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Tassajara
Unveiling Stillness: The Zen Journey Serial: SF-12268 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-10-23 The talk examines the process of inner transformation through Zen practice, illustrating how meditation can lead to a deeper understanding of self and reality. Using the metaphor of a snow globe to describe the mind, it explores... *Emotions, Buddha Nature, Zazen*	David Zimmerman	Tassajara
Zen's Dance of Openness and Care Serial: SF-12270 Talk by Paul Haller Seshin Day Renunciation And All Inclusion at Tassajara on 2020-02-23 This talk explores the interplay between renunciation and inclusivity within Zen practice, emphasizing the necessity of openness and awareness in facing the trials of life. With references to Dogen's "mystical communication" and... *Five Skandhas, Suzuki Roshi, Practice Period*	Paul Haller Seshin Day Renunciation And All Inclusion	Tassajara
Unleashing Inner Superpowers for Harmony Serial: SF-12280 Talk by Sonja Gardenswartz at Green Gulch Farm on 2020-03-01 The talk explores the concept of "unseen superpowers" that individuals possess, focusing on fundamental human abilities such as listening, seeing, and perceiving, which are likened to the unseen elements of the universe, such as... *Bell, Breath, Bowing*	Sonja Gardenswartz	Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Present Perfection Within Serial: SF-12312 Talk by Christina Rohotsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-03 The talk focuses on the concept of embracing the present moment as perfect, as argued through Zen and Dzogchen teachings. It emphasizes the practice of recognizing inherent perfection in both life and self, referencing texts that... *Silence, Buddha Nature, Stillness*	Christina Rohotsu Day	City Center
Wisdom in Embracing Not Knowing Serial: SF-12314 Talk by Strozer Source at City Center on 2016-04-06 In the talk "Embracing Wisdom Through Not Knowing," the discussion centers on the concept of "not knowing" drawing from Zen teachings and personal experiences with influential Zen teachers such as Suzuki Roshi, Chögyam Trungpa,... *Emptiness, Suzuki Roshi, Koan*	Strozer Source	City Center
Embodying Dogen's Evolving Mindfulness Serial: SF-12316 Talk by Paul Haller Seshin Day Resolve Attention Samadhi at Tassajara on 2020-01-27 This talk explores the evolution of Dogen Zenji's writings, particularly focusing on the Fukan Zazengi across different versions, and the development of certain teachings over time to emphasize engagement with practice through... *Dogen, Effort, Breath*	Paul Haller Seshin Day Resolve Attention Samadhi	Tassajara
Exploring Consciousness in Zen Practice Serial: SF-12367 Talk by Ben Connelly at Tassajara on 2018-05-05 The discussion examines the complexity of the Yogacara Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the "30 Verses of Consciousness Only" by Vasubandhu. It explores concepts like storehouse consciousness, the transformation of consciousness... *Mindfulness, Storehouse Consciousness, Karma*	Ben Connelly	Tassajara
Portals of Tenderness and Understanding Serial: SF-12420 Talk by Zenju Earthlyn Manuel Osho at City Center on 2025-10-18 The talk emphasizes the theme of uncertainty and the constant evolution of understanding in Zen practice. Through personal anecdotes and references to Zen teachings, the discussion challenges the audience to examine their... *Politics, Suzuki Roshi, Dharma Transmission*	Zenju Earthlyn Manuel Osho	City Center

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