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Title	Speaker	Date
Love's Essence: A Buddhist Perspective Serial: KR-00096 The talk focuses on the relationship between words, specifically "love," and the essence of life as seen through a Buddhist lens. It emphasizes that words inherently carry the vibration of life, influencing human experience, and... *Compassion, Hate, Politics, Community, Attachment, Suffering, Consciousness, Pain, American...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 28 1977
Walking the Path of Awakening Serial: KR-00094 The talk discusses the concept of "Daiji," correcting a previous interpretation related to Gyo, and explores the idea of spiritual practice as continual movement, described as walking with all beings without stagnation. It... *Realization, Buddha Nature, Dharma Transmission, Religion, Vinaya, Intention, Transmission,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 26 1977
Egoless Journey to Enlightenment Serial: KR-00092 The talk explores the Zen concept of egolessness, focusing on the abandonment of self to achieve enlightenment and Buddha's compassion. It discusses the process of transcending personal ego within a priest's life, equating it to... *Subject-and-Object, Intuition, Hindrances, Compassion, Continuous Practice, Buddha Nature,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 24 1977
Dharma Connection: Face-to-Face Transmission Serial: KR-00091 The talk dissects the significance of Dharma transmission in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the difference between ceremonial and actual transmissions, with a particular focus on Dogen's critique that genuine transmission, known as... *Buddha, Dharma Transmission, Buddha Nature*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 23 1977
Awakening Truth in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00090 The talk primarily explores the teachings and the transcription of texts, focusing on the "Shisho" of the Dogen Zenji. Discussing the differences between various Zen writings and the significance of self-awareness (Jikaku) and... Transmission, Bodhidharma, Evil, Silence, Realization, Lay, Ego, Anger, Discrimination...	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 22 1977
Dharma Transmission in Zen Evolution Serial: KR-00089 The talk examines the significance of Dharma transmission within the Soto Zen lineage, focusing on the restructuring initiated by Zen masters during the transition from medieval to modern Japan. The central discussion revolves... *Transmission, Dharma Transmission, Buddha Nature, Realization, Rinzai, Soto Zen, Precepts,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 19 1977
Beyond Lineage: All Are Buddhas Serial: KR-00093 The talk delves into the historical and textual intricacies of the Zen lineage, examining the seals of the triple treasure and their placement on names like Shakyamuni, Nyojo, and Shindogen. It also covers Dogen's own teachings... *Discrimination, Lay, Community, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 1977
Satori and the Eighth Consciousness Serial: KR-00095 The talk explores the nuanced difference between awareness and Satori in Zen, specifically through the lens of Alaya Vijnana, the eighth consciousness. It delves into how Satori, often considered a pivotal experience in Rinzai... *Happiness, Realization, Buddha Nature, Transmission, Consciousness, Beginners, Concentration,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 1977
Echoes of Truth in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00066 The talk explores the themes of truthfulness, the function of truth, and the practice of non-duality within Zen Buddhism, using the koan of National Teacher Echu calling his disciple Ocean three times as a focal point. It... *Practice, Time, Koan*	Richard Baker	Jul 16 1977
Awakening Integrity in Modern Life Serial: RB-00065 The talk emphasizes the corruptibility versus the potential for perfection of individuals, underscoring the significance of moral integrity and social responsibility as key aspects of Buddhist practice. It discusses the looting... *Work, Practice, Suffering*	Richard Baker	Jul 15 1977
Defining Identity Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-00057 The talk explores the significance of language, self-definition, and practice in the context of Zen philosophy. It examines how individuals perceive their experiences and identities through societal and personal definitions, and... *Practice, Ceremony, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 14 1977
Zen in Everyday Tensions Serial: RB-00056 The talk explores the evolving approach to Zen practice and emphasizes the necessity of readiness in practitioners. It delves into the tension between ordinary life and Zen practice, challenging the perception of Zen as... *Practice, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jul 13 1977
Zen Improvisation: Bridging Cultures Mindfully Serial: RB-00055 The talk examines the intersection of Eastern and Western cultural expressions within Buddhism, emphasizing adaptability in practice. It highlights the contributions of figures like Suzuki Roshi and explores the idea of... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 12 1977
Discovering Buddhism Within Yourself Serial: RB-00054 The talk focuses on the exploration of where and how to study Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of personal experience and presence in practice. It challenges traditional and historical notions about Buddhism and stresses that... *Buddhism, Japan, Study*	Richard Baker	Jul 11 1977
Voices of Things Uninterpreted Serial: RB-00188 The talk on July 10th, 1977, primarily explores the nature of Sashin practice in the city and its unique auditory experiences. The discussion elaborates on the concept of hearing the 'voices' of things without interpretation,... *Time, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jul 10 1977
Furthering Zen Through Daily Mindfulness Serial: RB-00053 The talk centers on the concept of "further" as a state of mind in Zen practice, emphasizing alertness, pivotal thought, and mind of initiation. It discusses how daily challenges and responsibilities contribute to this state and... *Practice, Time, Effort*	Richard Baker	Jul 10 1977
Building Ethical Community Economies Serial: RB-00068 The talk focuses on the interplay between economic decisions, community dynamics, and spiritual practice within a communal store. It begins with pricing strategies and their impacts on different demographic groups and transitions... *Community, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Jul 1977
Mindful Living Through Right Livelihood Serial: RB-00067 The talk explores the concept of "Right Livelihood" within the framework of Buddhism, focusing on personal responsibility and the Eightfold Path. The speaker discusses how living an ethically responsible life requires personal,... *Buddhism, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	Jul 1977
Zen's Dual Nature of Community Serial: RB-00052 The talk delves into the intertwining of Zen community (Sangha) dynamics, societal roles, and individual responsibilities, emphasizing the dual nature of limitation and reproduction within a community. There is a detailed... *Sangha, Community, Practice*	Richard Baker	Apr 12 1977
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, Religion, Intuition, Lineage, Evil, Happiness, Freedom, Doubt*	Nakamura Jitsudo-Roshi	Jan 09 1977
Everyday Mindfulness: The Profound Ordinary Serial: RB-00063 This talk discusses the Zen concept of "everyday mindedness," emphasizing its paradoxical nature of being both ordinary and profound. It links Buddhist teachings on right livelihood with everyday actions, advocating a path free... *Time, Intention, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Dec 20 1976
Building Community Through Buddhist Values Serial: RB-00042 The talk explores the essential principles for sustaining a community, drawing from 15 years of experiences and observations. The focus is on the roles of commitment, repetition, and internal policies that prioritize the... *Community, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Nov 05 1976
Awakening Through Self-Reliant Practice Serial: RB-00187 The talk emphasizes the fundamental Zen principle that individual salvation and freedom are personal responsibilities, achievable without reliance on external deities or figures. It outlines that Zen practice involves self-... *Practice, Buddhism, Karma*	Richard Baker	Oct 30 1976
Self-Reliance Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-00041 The central thesis of the talk is the emphasis on self-reliance in Zen practice, asserting that one must work out their own salvation without relying on external entities or people. The discussion explores the interconnectedness... *Practice, Buddhism, Karma*	Richard Baker	Oct 30 1976
Ascending the Zen Pole of Effort Serial: KR-00088 The talk explores the Zen concept of proceeding from the top of a 100-feet-high pole, reflecting on teachings by Dogen Zenji about human effort and enlightenment. Using the mondo between Zen Masters Sansho and Seppo from the... *Big Mind, Ego, Soto Zen, Building, Separation, Intention, Evil*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 03 1976
Silence and the Path to Insight Serial: KR-00084 The main thesis of this talk revolves around a story from the Samyutta Nikaya where Buddha Shakyamuni emphasizes focusing on the Dharma and the 'secret of silence' in human life instead of mundane discussions, such as comparing... Silence, Buddha Nature, Hate, Beginners, Anger, Fox, Balance, Emotions, Compassion...	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 29 1976
Embracing Presence Through Active Inquiry Serial: KR-00085 The talk explores the theme of self-awareness and active engagement with life, emphasizing the importance of transcending traditional boundaries of thought to truly connect with the present moment. The discussion centers around... *Silence, Addiction, Concentration*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 29 1976
Present Moment, Spiritual Flow Serial: KR-00083 This talk discusses the concept of "pure practice" in Zen, emphasizing engagement with present experiences and routines without expectation of reward or specific outcomes. Drawing on teachings from Zen masters like Dogen Zenji... *Three Treasures, Discrimination, Hate, Building*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 21 1976
Constructed Reality Unveiled Through Zen Serial: RB-00040 The discussion focuses on understanding reality through various levels of truth and exploring the idea that everything is a constructed reality. The talk addresses Zen teachings on perception, meditation practice, and how... *Time, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Aug 15 1976
Zen's Constructed Reality Unveiled Serial: RB-00186 The talk addresses the conceptual framework of Zen practice focusing on understanding reality. It begins with the exploration of four levels of truth: recognizing a stick as a stick, then as not a stick, acting with the... *Time, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Aug 15 1976
Beyond Binary Zen Enlightenment Serial: RB-00185 The talk on August 14th, 1976, explores the practice of Zen through the lens of constructed realities, emphasizing the importance of non-binary thinking in achieving enlightenment. It argues that both intellectual study and... *Study, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Aug 14 1976
Navigating Boundaries in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00039 The main thesis of the talk revolves around the concept of "constructed reality" within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of understanding and navigating the balance between withholding and granting actions. The discussion... *Study, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Aug 14 1976
Mind's Energy: Path to Liberation Serial: KR-00087 The discussion explores the concept of the mind as a source of energy for achieving freedom. The speaker emphasizes the importance of harnessing one's mental capacity to enhance spiritual liberation. The dialogue alludes to the... *Passions, Religion, Pain*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 04 1976
Perceiving Reality Through Samadhi Serial: RB-00184 The talk explores the Zen practice of questioning reality and emphasizes the importance of perceiving and receiving correctly in the state of samadhi. Using a story involving Dogo Enchi and Yuan, it discusses how existential... *Practice, Time, Samadhi*	Richard Baker	Jun 20 1976
Zen Reality: Unseen Depths Serial: RB-00038 The talk explores the key Zen Buddhist practice of questioning one's reality without adding unnecessary elements to it, using the story of Chinese Zen masters Dogo Enchi and Chien Yuan to illustrate this principle. The narrative... *Practice, Time, Samadhi*	Richard Baker	Jun 20 1976
Zen: Beyond Inside and Outside Serial: RB-00037 This talk delves into the concept of "inside" in Zen practice, contrasting it with the "outside" and exploring the intricate duality of these expressions. Through the lens of stories and koans, particularly from Joshu and the... *Joshu, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 19 1976
Zen Wisdom: Seeing and Knowing Serial: RB-00183 The main focus of the talk is exploring the concept of wisdom and its implications within the framework of Zen practice. The speaker delves into the etymology and broad interpretations of wisdom, describing it as both a form of... *Wisdom, Pain, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 1976
Wisdom's Vision in Zen Practice Serial: RB-00036 The talk delves into the concepts of wisdom and capacity, emphasizing the intricacies and contradictions inherent in Zen practice. The discussion explores how wisdom relates to vision and responsibility, implying that wisdom... *Wisdom, Pain, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 18 1976
Chanting, Freedom, and Continuous Effort Serial: RB-00026 The talk begins with a discussion about the Nichiren Soka Gakkai chanting practice, initiated by Herbie Hancock, and references the Lotus Sutra. This transitions into reflections on the nature of chanting in Buddhist practice,... *Effort, Practice, Joshu*	Richard Baker	Jun 17 1976
Direct Practice: Zens Simple Essence Serial: RB-00181 The lecture on June 17th, 1976, addresses the integration of chanting and zazen practice, highlighting the challenges and benefits of each. The discussion includes reflections on the complexity of the Lotus Sutra and various Zen... *Practice, Effort, Joshu*	Richard Baker	Jun 17 1976
Zen Journeys Exhaled Mindfulness Serial: RB-00180 The talk focuses on change and differences in Zen practice, particularly through the concepts of leaking and accumulating (non-leaking activity) and refers to meritorious activity. The discussion emphasizes exhalation meditation... *Karma, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 16 1976
Breath as a Gateway to Merit Serial: RB-00025 The talk explores the concept of accumulation versus leaking within Zen practice, focusing on the subtle differences in experiencing one's breath and the notion of merit. Emphasis is placed on following the exhale to enhance... *Karma, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 15 1976
Zen's Path to True Honesty Serial: RB-00024 The talk emphasizes the expectation and delivery of Buddhism in Zen practice, highlighting the necessity to bring profound inquiries into one's spiritual journey. It explores the concept of "flesh and fantasy,"... *Practice, Buddhism, Samadhi*	Richard Baker	Jun 15 1976
Zen Patience and Genuine Practice Serial: RB-00179 This talk emphasizes the importance of expectation and patience in Zen practice, focusing on the concept of integrating 'flesh and fantasy' through Buddhist teachings. It discusses the challenges of confronting the... *Buddhism, Practice, Delusion*	Richard Baker	Jun 15 1976
Transcending Limits Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-00647 The talk centers on the distinction between Buddhism and other religions, emphasizing Buddhism’s focus on human experience and logical limits, versus the divine revelations characteristic of other faiths. It highlights Zen... *Buddhism, Zazen, Religion*	Richard Baker	Jun 13 1976
Finding Truth Within Zen Practice Serial: RB-00023 This talk delves into the practice of sesshin and the essence of Zen practice, focusing on the realization that truth is not external but inherent. The discourse emphasizes the importance of objectless concentration in zazen (... *Concentration, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Jun 12 1976
Zen and the Art of Non-Choosing Serial: RB-00194 The talk examines the Zen teaching "The ultimate path has no difficulty, only avoid picking and choosing," attributed to Third Patriarch Sengcan and expounded by Joshu. Emphasis is placed on how this principle relates to non-... *Practice, Intention, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Apr 18 1976
The Ultimate Path of No Choice Serial: RB-00029 The talk explores the concept outlined in the saying, "The ultimate path has no difficulty, only avoid picking and choosing," emphasizing the philosophical and practical implications in Zen practice. Several stories involving... *Practice, Consciousness, Intention*	Richard Baker	Apr 18 1976
Innate Enlightenment Interconnected Histories Serial: RB-00028 The main thesis revolves around the interconnectedness of all beings and histories within the practice of Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing the innate Buddha nature inherent in every individual. It discusses the concept of... *Buddha, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Apr 07 1976
Embracing Your Inner Buddha Nature Serial: RB-00193 This talk discusses the Zen philosophy's core teaching that all individuals inherently possess Buddha nature, emphasizing the importance of recognizing and cultivating this intrinsic potential. Using the analogy of road... *Buddha, Buddhism, Intention*	Richard Baker	Apr 07 1976

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