Showing 1919 talks
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March 2nd, 1979, Serial No. 00111Serial: KR-00111 -
Concentration, Consciousness, Evil |
Mar 02 1979 |
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March 2nd, 1979, Serial No. 00124Serial: KR-00124 -
Concentration, Evil, Consciousness |
Mar 02 1979 |
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March 2nd, 1979, Serial No. 00125Serial: KR-00125 -
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Mar 02 1979 |
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March 1st, 1979, Serial No. 00121Serial: KR-00121 -
Fox, Funeral, causation, Buddha Nature, Karma, Interdependence, Discrimination... |
Mar 01 1979 |
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March 1st, 1979, Serial No. 00126Serial: KR-00126 -
Fox, Breath, Bowing, Funeral, Conversation, Nirvana, Discrimination, Hate |
Mar 01 1979 |
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February 28th, 1979, Serial No. 00108Serial: KR-00108 -
Hindrances, Posture, Balance, Teacher-and-Student, realization, Samadhi, Oneness, Breath,... |
Feb 28 1979 |
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February 28th, 1979, Serial No. 00109Serial: KR-00109 -
Eight Awarenesses, Enemies, Transmission, Silence, Emotions |
Feb 28 1979 |
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February 28th, 1979, Serial No. 00119Serial: KR-00119 -
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Feb 28 1979 |
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February 28th, 1979, Serial No. 00122Serial: KR-00122 -
Eight Awarenesses, Enemies, Intention, Transmission, Silence, Emotions, Building... |
Feb 28 1979 |
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February 27th, 1979, Serial No. 00107Serial: KR-00107 -
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Feb 27 1979 |
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February 27th, 1979, Serial No. 00118Serial: KR-00118 -
Consciousness, realization, Funeral, Karma, Pain, Bell |
Feb 27 1979 |
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February 26th, 1979, Serial No. 00105Serial: KR-00105 -
Compassion, Eight Awarenesses, Posture, Consciousness, Balance, Evil, Mahayana, Culture, Anger... |
Feb 26 1979 |
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February 26th, 1979, Serial No. 00106Serial: KR-00106 -
Commitment, Vow, Community, Evil, American |
Feb 26 1979 |
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February 26th, 1979, Serial No. 00120Serial: KR-00120 -
Eight Awarenesses, Compassion, Balance, Posture, Consciousness, Nirvana, Evil, Mahayana,... |
Feb 26 1979 |
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February 26th, 1979, Serial No. 00123Serial: KR-00123 -
Eight Awarenesses, Commitment, difficulty |
Feb 26 1979 |
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Zen Serenity in Wild PlacesSerial: RB-00599 The talk begins with a discussion on Hanshan's poetry, emphasizing the deep serenity found in nature's wild and daunting places and relating it to the practice of Zen. It continues with reflections on individual independence and... Ordinary Mind, Breath, Mindfulness, Love, Samadhi |
Feb 16 1979 |
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Zen Practice: Incense and InsightSerial: RB-00594 The talk on January 31st, 1979, Serial No. 00594, focuses on practical aspects of incense burning in Zen practice, shares a personal anecdote about the life and contributions of a relative, and discusses a complex legal and... Shikantaza, Death, Faith, heart, War |
Jan 31 1979 |
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Transcending Ambivalence Through ZenSerial: RB-00592 The main thesis of the talk is the exploration of ambivalence in the context of Zen practice and life. It discusses how individuals experience, manage, and ultimately transcend ambivalence through sustained awareness, the... Lotus Sutra, Equanimity, Evil, Priest, Intimacy |
Jan 26 1979 |
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Zen in Everyday MomentsSerial: RB-00598 The discussion highlights the integration of Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the necessity of thorough engagement with each act to realize deeper continuity and understanding. The practice period at Tassajara serves as... Practice Period, Five Ranks, confusion, realization, Intuition |
Jan 23 1979 |
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Living the Bodhisattva PathSerial: RB-00632 The talk navigates various aspects of the Buddhist practice, focusing on the practical application of Bodhisattva vows and the nature of enlightened experience characterized by perceiving universals through observable particulars... Intention, Love, Vow, Big Mind, Paramitas |
Dec 07 1978 |
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Radical Privacy in Yogic PerceptionSerial: RB-00631 The talk delves into the concept of yogic perception, emphasizing the radical privacy and intimacy involved in such direct, non-conceptual perception. The narrative references the four jhanas, paramitas, and various Buddhist... Avalokiteshvara, Compassion, Sixth Patriarch, Mahayana, Seigen Gyoshi |
Dec 06 1978 |
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December 5th, 1978, Serial No. 00635Serial: RB-00635 The talk explores the challenges and value of Zen practice, contrasting it with easier lifestyles. It delves into the significance of direct experiences versus reliance on scriptures and traditional Zen narratives. Various Zen... Hyakujo, Dharmakaya, Shosan, Buddha Mind, Paramitas |
Dec 05 1978 |
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Seeing Beyond the Sitting SelfSerial: RB-00637 The talk discusses the Zen teaching story of Matsu and Nanaku, focusing on the futility of seeking to become a Buddha through sitting alone, and the concept of "formless absorption" as an essential part of practice. The... Lotus Sutra, Sesshin, Ego, Shuso Ceremony, Lineage |
Dec 04 1978 |
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Embracing the Interconnected SelfSerial: RB-00638 The central thesis of the talk is the concept of "the pattern that connects" and its role in Zen practice, emphasizing the need for interconnectedness and the dangers of ego, which is seen as a closed system. The discussion... Ego, Concentration, Breath, Death, Joshu |
Dec 03 1978 |
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December 2nd, 1978, Serial No. 00634Serial: RB-00634 The talk addresses the nuanced essence of Zen practice, emphasizing the theme of "no meaning" in traditional Zen stories and responses. It begins by discussing the analogy of a polar bear's fur to introduce the idea of seeing... Dragons, Breath, Zendo, Sesshin |
Dec 02 1978 |
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December 1st, 1978, Serial No. 00624Serial: RB-00624 The talk delves into the exploration of substantial reality in Zen practice, using historical anecdotes involving Lung Ye, Sui Wei, and Linji to question the meaning of Bodhidharma's journey from the West. It underscores the... Politics, Dragons, Bodhidharma, Sangha, Building |
Dec 01 1978 |
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Zen Resilience in StormsSerial: RB-00591 This talk addresses practical concerns about a remote living community during storms and examines Zen principles related to understanding reality amidst adversity. Guidance is provided on handling practical emergencies and... Continuous Practice, Doubt, Samadhi, Freedom, Faith |
Nov 22 1978 |
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Naming the Essence of ZenSerial: RB-00590 The discussion centers on the theme of naming and form in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of rituals, understanding one’s true purpose, and the distinction between the superficial and the essential. Stories and examples... Ceremony, Chanting, Anger, Continuous Practice, Love |
Nov 17 1978 |
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October 31st, 1978, Serial No. 00589Serial: RB-00589 The talk examines the relationship between Zen Buddhist practice and social power, emphasizing the unique characteristics of Zen decision-making and its deep-rooted philosophical principles. It discusses the interdependence of... Lineage, Practice Period, Dokusan, Love |
Oct 31 1978 |
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Zen Beyond BoundariesSerial: RB-00587 The talk discusses the nature of Zen as an "ecstatic religion" in comparison to other religions that transcend cultural boundaries. It explores the non-dualistic perception achieved through Zen practice, emphasizing concepts like... Religion, Breath, Dragons, Posture |
Oct 16 1978 |
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Unpredictable Presence in Daily LifeSerial: RB-00588 The talk explores the concept of influence and presence through personal anecdotes and Zen teachings. The discussion includes the impact of being observed, the significance of unpredictable events, and how the practice of... Religion, Nirvana, Avalokiteshvara, confusion, Issan |
Oct 16 1978 |
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Lama Govinda’s PaperSerial: SF-00010 AIBS
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Religion, Emptiness, Sanctuary, Dragons, Birth-and-Death, Lovingkindness, Passions, Happiness... |
Aug 05 1978 |
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Embracing Zen's Traceless LightnessSerial: RB-00579 The talk elucidates the concept of "sashi" in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of lightness and tracklessness in both understanding and application. By referencing various Zen stories and teachings, it underscores the... Darkness and Light, Samadhi, Ego, Concentration |
Jun 26 1978 |
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Invisible Treasures of ZazenSerial: RB-00578 The talk addresses the inherent value of Zazen practice despite physical discomfort and the unyielding pursuit of spiritual growth. The narrative recounts personal experiences and insights from other masters highlighting the... Death, Truth, Sangha, Study Period, Lineage |
Jun 25 1978 |
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Resilience Amid Flames at TassajaraSerial: RB-00577 The main thesis of the talk revolves around the recent fire that destroyed the zendo at Tassajara and explores the implications and subsequent actions taken by the community. The speaker highlights how the community responded to... Building, Zendo, Bell, Shosan, Money |
Apr 16 1978 |
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Zen Enactment: Beyond Words and ThoughtsSerial: RB-00585 The talk delves into the subtleties of Zen practice and teaching methodologies, focusing on the concepts of "turning a question" and "enactment." It juxtaposes the nuanced philosophies of Soto and Rinzai schools, stressing the... Soto Zen, Rinzai, Lineage, Chanting |
Apr 06 1978 |
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Trusting Harmony in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00584 The talk begins by discussing the themes of doubt and trust, explaining the importance of putting one's heart into someone or something credible. It connects trust with lineage, practice, and the idea of becoming an agent for... Sangha, Ego, Vow, Lineage, Renunciation |
Apr 05 1978 |
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Zen Beyond Zazen: Questioning MindSerial: RB-00583 The talk delves into the importance of cultivating a relationship with a Zen teacher and mastering the practice of questioning, deeming these more critical than the practice of zazen for true understanding. Zazen serves to soften... Money, Big Mind, Buddha Nature, Lineage, Intention |
Apr 04 1978 |
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Zen's Path of Not KnowingSerial: RB-00582 The central thesis of the talk discusses the practice and establishment of Zen Buddhism in America, emphasizing the value of "not knowing" as a guiding principle. It covers the historical context and teachings of various Zen... Community, Bodhidharma, Ordination, Building, Baso |
Apr 03 1978 |
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Zen Paradoxes in Daily LifeSerial: RB-00581 The talk emphasizes the paradoxical nature of Zen teaching, the practice of zazen, and the importance of letting go of attachments and hierarchical distinctions in daily life. It underscores a pivotal Zen approach of focusing on... Zendo, Concentration, Love, Bodhidharma, Patience |
Apr 02 1978 |
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Embracing Moments in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00580 The talk emphasizes the importance of focusing on particulars in Zen practice, particularly during sesshin, a period of intense meditation. It discusses the philosophy of Yogacara Buddhism, advocating for the appreciation of... Posture, Ego, Instruction, Freedom, Concentration |
Apr 01 1978 |
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Zen, Love, and PracticeSerial: RB-00572B The talk revolves around three main themes: the essence of Buddhist practice, the philosophical contemplation of love in Zen, and reflections on ceremonial practices. It explores the concept of Buddha nature and its role in... Love, Happiness, Buddha Nature, Ceremony, Posture |
Mar 30 1978 |
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Seeing Life's Hidden DimensionsSerial: RB-00576 The talk focuses on exploring Zen Buddhism, using the koans and teachings of Zhaozhou to illustrate concepts of topography in human perception and consciousness. Key points include the significance of the koan about the oak tree... Joshu, Forgiveness, Letting Go, Bodhidharma |
Mar 27 1978 |
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HakuinSerial: SF-00138 -
Bodhidharma, Demons, training, Greed, Concentration, Passions, Bell, Lay, Hate... |
Mar 23 1978 Tassajara |
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Initiation Through Zen PatternsSerial: RB-00575 The talk primarily explores the concept of initiation in Zen practice, emphasizing its importance in understanding and connecting with one's true nature and the broader spiritual reality. The discussion highlights how initiation... Buddha Nature, Dharmakaya, Money, Mandala, Vow |
Mar 18 1978 |
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Beyond Words: Experiencing Dharmakaya BuddhaSerial: RB-00574 The talk centers on the concept of Dharmakaya Buddha and the challenges of fully articulating its essence. It stresses that Dharmakaya Buddha transcends intellectual understanding, reaching beyond the six senses and five skandhas... Dharmakaya, Fox, Intention, Patience, Compassion |
Mar 16 1978 |
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Egoless Living Through ZenSerial: RB-00573 The talk centers on the concept of "no dharma" and the importance of egolessness in understanding and practicing Zen. It discusses the challenge of comprehending dharma, emphasizing the necessity of experiencing life directly... Practice Period, Rinzai, Breath, heart, Instruction |
Mar 13 1978 |
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Beyond Knowledge: Zen TransmissionSerial: RB-00572A The talk centers on the story of Tokusan's encounter with Ryutan, exploring themes such as the limitations of intellectual knowledge and the process of direct transmission in Zen. It emphasizes the distinction between conditioned... Big Mind, Blue Cliff Record, Transmission, Dharmakaya, Dragons |
Mar 11 1978 |
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Zen Concentration for Harmonious LifeSerial: RB-00571 The discourse explores the importance of foreground and background concentration in Zen practice, emphasizing background concentration's role in realizing a stable, harmonious life. It details how true practice requires trusting... Gutei, Concentration, Breath, Obstacles, Tozan |
Mar 08 1978 |
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March 7th, 1978, Serial No. 00586Serial: RB-00586 The talk primarily examines the concept of "no confirmation" within Mahayana Buddhism, focusing on profound relationships with self and others through Zen practices. Key themes include the rhinoceros koan from the Blue Cliff... Mindfulness, Shikantaza, Mandala, Buddha's Birthday |
Mar 07 1978 |