Showing 1910 talks
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Seminar on PrajnaSerial: SF-00019 Prajna is beyond words and inexpressible; Joshu, Daishi and the broom; achieving the knowledge of not-knowledge.
This talk explores the concept of Prajna, emphasizing its inexpressibility and its depiction as knowledge of not-knowledge. Through Zen anecdotes and texts, the speaker discusses the synthesis of Daoist and Buddhist thought,... Duality, Mahayana, Lay, Cultivation, Concentration, Attachment, Vow, Freedom, Doubt... |
May 24 1975 |
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Zen Wisdom in Everyday InteractionsSerial: RB-00279 The talk explores the intertwined concepts of prajna (wisdom) and upaya (skillful means) within the practice of Zen, emphasizing how they relate to sharing one's realization. It delves into how skillful means involves expressing... Hyakujo, Baso, Delusion, realization, Ceremony |
Apr 07 1975 |
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April 7th, 1975, Serial No. 00280Serial: RB-00280 This talk focuses on the integration of Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the importance of living fully in the present moment without being constrained by future aspirations or past experiences. The discussion stresses... Buddha Nature, Delusion, Kinhin, Nirvana, Samsara |
Apr 07 1975 |
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April 7th, 1975, Serial No. 00309Serial: RB-00309 The talk explores the concept of Prajna (wisdom) and Upaya (skillful means) in Buddhist practice. It emphasizes that skillful means do not pertain to mundane tasks, but rather to sharing one's realization and suffering correctly... Hyakujo, Baso, Delusion, realization, Intention |
Apr 07 1975 |
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April 7th, 1975, Serial No. 00310Serial: RB-00310 This talk discusses the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, emphasizing the immediacy of the present moment. It questions conventional concepts of future planning and possession, advocating for a profound commitment... Buddha Nature, Delusion, Kinhin, Nirvana, Samsara |
Apr 07 1975 |
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Zen Lessons Beyond WordsSerial: RB-00277 The talk explores the concept of non-dependence on words and names in Zen, emphasizing the transmission of teachings outside of scriptures and ceremonies. It underscores the importance of direct experience and engagement with... Vimalakirti, Compassion, Paramitas, Silence, Samadhi |
Apr 06 1975 |
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Silent Wisdom in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00308 This talk addresses the complexity of not depending on words and names in Zen practice, emphasizing deep perception of reality and the importance of transmission outside scriptures and ceremonies. It explores the concept of... Vimalakirti, Compassion, Samadhi, Paramitas, Silence |
Apr 06 1975 |
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Intentionless Zen: Embrace the OrdinarySerial: RB-00275 The talk on April 5th, 1975, focuses on the concept of intentionless activity in Zen practice, using various parables and historical narratives to illustrate the point. The discussion includes reflections on bathing practices... Sixth Patriarch, Bell, Doubt, Transmission, Intention |
Apr 05 1975 |
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Zen Intentionless Acceptance UnveiledSerial: RB-00312 The talk primarily explores the nature of Zen practice, emphasizing intentionless activity and non-discriminative acceptance. It incorporates several narratives to elucidate key Zen principles, referencing interactions between... Bell, Sixth Patriarch, Transmission, Intention, Doubt |
Apr 05 1975 |
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Walking in Zen's Quiet HarmonySerial: RB-00274 The talk primarily addresses the practice of kinhin (walking meditation) and bathing routines within a Zen monastery, emphasizing the importance of maintaining continuity and effort in Zen practices. The discussion transitions... Kinhin, Darkness and Light, Five Ranks, Religion, Cultivation |
Apr 04 1975 |
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Embodying Zen in Everyday RitualsSerial: RB-00306 The talk discusses the practices in Zen, particularly focusing on the posture and methods employed during walking meditation (kin-hin) and the rituals associated with bathing at monastic sesshins. It also delves into the... Religion, Rinzai, Darkness and Light, Five Ranks, Cultivation |
Apr 04 1975 |
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Engage Enlightenment Through Daily PracticeSerial: RB-00273 The talk focuses on setting forth the mind and cultivating the way through practices like the six paramitas. It explores naming the unnameable, the distinction between activity and information, and emphasizes practical engagement... Compassion, Manjushri, Patience, Passions, Priest |
Apr 03 1975 |
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Embodied Zen in Everyday LifeSerial: RB-00305 This talk examines the practice of setting forth the mind and cultivating the way through the six paramitas and unnameable aspects of life. It discusses the differences between activity and information, emphasizing that Buddhist... Sambhogakaya, Priest, Patience, Bell, Cultivation |
Apr 03 1975 |
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Every Day a Good DaySerial: RB-00272 The talk emphasizes the centrality of personal experience and realization in Zen, suggesting that true understanding cannot be taught but must be discovered individually. Referencing Blue Cliff Record case number six, the... Observe, Seigen Gyoshi, Shuso Ceremony, Sangha, Lineage |
Apr 02 1975 |
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Realize Zen Beyond WordsSerial: RB-00304 This talk emphasizes the fundamental Zen teaching that true understanding comes from personal realization rather than external instruction. Specific references include the Blue Cliff Records, the teachings of various historical... Observe, Seigen Gyoshi, Shuso Ceremony, Sangha, Lineage |
Apr 02 1975 |
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April 1st, 1975, Serial No. 00271Serial: RB-00271 The talk explores the essence of Sashin practice, emphasizing the importance of focusing solely on one task—sitting—and how this singular focus leads to a reflection on fundamental aspects of life. The discussion evolves into a... Sangha, Community, Religion, Nirvana, Doubt |
Apr 01 1975 |
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Focus and Faith in EnlightenmentSerial: RB-00303 This talk explores the importance of single-minded focus during Sesshin and the larger implications of such practice. It compares Pure Land Buddhism with Zen practice, suggesting Pure Land's emphasis on belief parallels Zen's... Sangha, Community, Religion, Nirvana, Doubt |
Apr 01 1975 |
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From Self to Universal EnlightenmentSerial: SF-00015 Morning; Buddha sitting to save all beings; difference between Bodhisattva stage and Buddha stage.
The discussion centers on the distinction between the Bodhisattva stage and the Buddha stage, focusing on the transition and realization of Gautama Buddha. It explores the roles of Pratyekabuddhas, Bodhisattvas, and Buddhas,... Nirvana, Bodhisattva Way, Mahayana, Passions, Balance, Peace |
Mar 28 1975 |
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February 21st, 1975, Serial No. 00270Serial: RB-00270 The talk delves into the practice of Zen, emphasizing the experiential process of dokusan as central to understanding and actualizing the world. The necessity of a supportive relationship with a teacher or spiritual friend in Zen... Humility, Rinzai, Avalokiteshvara, Pain, Aspects of Practice |
Feb 21 1975 |
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February 21st, 1975, Serial No. 00288Serial: RB-00288 The talk emphasizes the transformative nature of Zen practice, likening it to a birth process requiring care and guidance from teachers and fellow practitioners. Emphasizing humility and the relinquishment of the self, the... Humility, Rinzai, Avalokiteshvara, Pain, Aspects of Practice |
Feb 21 1975 |
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Unveiling True Self Through ZenSerial: RB-00287 The talk focuses on the core essence of Buddhism, emphasizing the stripping away of preconceived notions to understand the true self and achieve a form of enlightenment. It highlights specific Zen stories and koans to elucidate... Intention, Rinzai, Bowing, Freedom, Avalokiteshvara |
Feb 20 1975 |
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February 20th, 1975, Serial No. 00553Serial: RB-00553 The talk addresses the fundamental Zen Buddhist consideration of stripping away preconceived notions to truly grasp the essence of Buddhism. Highlighted are the teachings of Rinzai and Dogen, emphasizing the concept of the "true... Intention, Rinzai, Freedom, Avalokiteshvara, Priest |
Feb 20 1975 |
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Embodying Eastern Wisdom in WestSerial: RB-00552 The talk discusses the integration of Asian Buddhism into Western practice, emphasizing the importance of forms, symbols, and traditions in enhancing spiritual understanding and practice. Concepts such as Buddhist vows, non-... Vow, Gratitude, Happiness, Freedom, Intention |
Feb 19 1975 |
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Buddhism Beyond Boundaries and IdentitiesSerial: RB-00285 The talk focuses on Buddhist teachings and practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of teacher and student, the importance of daily life details in Buddhism, and the influence of cultural perspectives on the understanding and... Faith, Community, Zendo, Truth, Sangha |
Feb 18 1975 |
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Living Zen: Practice as PathSerial: RB-00551 The talk focuses on the teaching and practice of Buddhism not only as an instructional endeavor but as a way of life. It emphasizes the interconnection between the teacher and the student, underscoring that Buddhist teachings are... Community, Zendo, Faith, Truth, Sangha |
Feb 18 1975 |
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February 17th, 1975, Serial No. 00283Serial: RB-00283 The primary focus of the talk is on the necessity and methods of developing the "will body" or "will power" in Zen practice, emphasizing the stability and strength required for sustained practice. Various aspects of meditation... Vow, Baso, Posture, Sesshin, Offering |
Feb 17 1975 |
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February 17th, 1975, Serial No. 00549Serial: RB-00549 The talk addresses the essential practice of developing the "will body" within Zen Buddhism, explaining its necessity for maintaining stability and focus in the practice. The discussion emphasizes the importance of proper... Vow, Baso, Kinhin, Posture, Sesshin |
Feb 17 1975 |
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February 16th, 1975, Serial No. 00178Serial: RB-00178 This talk outlines the early life of Suzuki Roshi, focusing on his experiences growing up during the decline of Buddhism in Japan post-Meiji era and how these struggles influenced his spiritual journey and teachings. It further... Priest, Evil, Heart Sutra, Aspects of Practice, Posture |
Feb 16 1975 |
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February 16th, 1975, Serial No. 00548Serial: RB-00548 The talk addresses the significance of the early life and struggles of Suzuki Roshi, focusing on his commitment to revitalizing Buddhism against a backdrop of social and governmental opposition during the Meiji period. Suzuki... Priest, Evil, Heart Sutra, Aspects of Practice, Posture |
Feb 16 1975 |
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February 14th, 1975, Serial No. 00547Serial: RB-00547 The talk emphasizes the complexity of discussing desire and Buddhist figures like Manjushri and Samantabhadra, arguing that profound understanding and practice are necessary to perceive these concepts beyond their provisional... Manjushri, Vow, Love, Passions, Funeral |
Feb 14 1975 |
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February 6th, 1975, Serial No. 00545Serial: RB-00545 The talk discusses the significance of posture in Zen practice, emphasizing that the half or full lotus position is not merely mechanical but essential to the essence of Buddhist life. This posture, representing wisdom, remains a... Posture, Priest, uchiyama, Ceremony, Money |
Feb 06 1975 |
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Ready Minds in Spiritual PracticeSerial: RB-00176 This talk explores the readiness for commitment, the importance of preparation over immediate understanding, and the role of spirituality in perceiving the nature of life deeply. Key Zen stories such as those involving Seppo and... Commitment, Tozan, Chanting, Five Ranks, Observe |
Dec 07 1974 |
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Zen Readiness and Spiritual ClaritySerial: RB-00543 The talk focuses on the process of understanding and developing spiritual and philosophical insights through Zen practice, using various Zen stories and analogies. Emphasis is placed on commitment, readiness, and observation as... Commitment, Chanting, Observe, Rinzai, Tozan |
Dec 07 1974 |
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Zen and the Art of WarmthSerial: RB-00542 The talk focuses on the use and history of down in camping equipment, the comparison of Japanese and Western clothing for maintaining body heat, and various Zen teachings and practices. It examines the adoption of modern hiking... Rinzai, Tenzo, Tozan, Buddha Nature, Joshu |
Dec 06 1974 |
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Zen and Modern ToolsSerial: RB-00625 The talk discusses the history and practical uses of down in outdoor equipment, highlighting the shift from traditional heavy materials to modern down products influenced by developments around WWII. This introduction sets the... Rinzai, Tozan, Tenzo, Buddha Nature, Sekito Kisen |
Dec 06 1974 |
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December 5th, 1974, Serial No. 00289Serial: RB-00289 The talk explores the importance of engaging with the present moment, embodying real choice, and understanding one's own reactions and consciousness as crucial components of Zen practice. The discussion emphasizes the detrimental... Anger, Zazen Mind, Concentration, Samadhi, Sangha |
Dec 05 1974 |
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December 5th, 1974, Serial No. 00540Serial: RB-00540 The talk extensively explores the necessity of facing real-life challenges to garner genuine strength and awareness, critiquing artificial methods of self-protection and strength tests such as down jackets and intentional... Anger, Samadhi, Zazen Mind, Zendo, Concentration |
Dec 05 1974 |
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Roots of Enlightenment PracticeSerial: RB-00286 The talk focuses on the preparation for enlightenment and the importance of having a real context of choice. It discusses Zen practice, monastic life, and their roles in fostering a connection with the roots of culture and... Community, Interdependence, Two Truths, Anger, Money |
Dec 04 1974 |
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Zen Roots for Modern LifeSerial: RB-00539 This talk delves into the importance of returning to fundamental sources in spiritual practice and daily living, highlighting the influence of Zen teachings and monastic life. It emphasizes the preparation necessary for... Community, Interdependence, Two Truths, Anger, Money |
Dec 04 1974 |
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Reimagining Society through Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00212 The talk delineates how our thought processes are conditioned by the five skandhas (form, feelings, perceptions, impulses, and consciousness) and the transformative potential when perceiving space over form. Emphasis is placed on... Sangha, Politics, Lotus Sutra, Community, Posture |
Dec 03 1974 |
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Title: Refining Impulses Through Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00537 This talk discusses themes related to Zen practice, particularly focusing on the five skandhas and the significance of impulses. It underscores the conditioned nature of perception and the importance of recognizing and refining... Sangha, Politics, Lotus Sutra, Community, Posture |
Dec 03 1974 |
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The Unborn Path to RealizationSerial: RB-00211 The talk emphasizes the dual nature of self-realization as both exceedingly simple and exceedingly difficult, discussing human weaknesses and societal influences. It references Banke's teachings on the "unborn" and argues that... Joshu, realization, Ordinary Mind, Death |
Dec 02 1974 |
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Pathways to Natural RealizationSerial: RB-00536 This talk explores the complexity and ease of realizing one's nature, emphasizing the duality inherent in human efforts and limitations. It provides an in-depth examination of the analogical thinking underpinning our existential... Joshu, realization, Ordinary Mind, Death |
Dec 02 1974 |
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Crossing Boundaries in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00175 The talk delves into how "pivotal attitudes" influence one's approach to Zen practice, beginning with language analysis and extending into cultural norms such as clothing and human interactions with the environment. The... Death, American, Shuso Ceremony, Samadhi, Pain |
Dec 01 1974 |
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Transcending Boundaries in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00535 The talk explores pivotal attitudes and the concept of boundaries within Zen practice. It begins by discussing deeply ingrained beliefs and their influence on our actions and perceptions. This is followed by an examination of... Death, American, Shuso Ceremony, Samadhi, Pain |
Dec 01 1974 |
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Sesshin as Continuous PracticeSerial: RB-00174 The talk on November 30th, 1974, primarily challenges conventional understandings of sesshin and zazen practice. It emphasizes that sesshin should not be viewed as fragmented periods of concentrated zazen but as a continuous... Posture, Concentration, Kinhin, Intimacy, Continuous Practice |
Nov 30 1974 |
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Wholehearted Living Through SesshinSerial: RB-00534 The talk discusses the concept of sesshin and challenges commonly held perceptions about it. Rather than striving for concentrated zazen or reaching a highly focused state, sesshin should be seen as an integrated experience of... Posture, Concentration, Instruction, Kinhin, Intimacy |
Nov 30 1974 |
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Zen and the Craft of ChoiceSerial: RB-00532 The talk, dated November 21st, 1974, addresses the crucial themes of awareness, failure, and the intersection of Zen practice with cultural and disciplinary contexts. The discussion begins with a reference to a poem by Cavafy,... Buddha Mind, Balance, Priest, training, Okesa |
Nov 21 1974 |
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Respectful Conduct in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00173 This talk discusses accurate conduct within Zen practice, focusing on reinterpreting the precepts beyond simple rules to adhere to. The discussion emphasizes understanding the precepts of not using power to harm and the... Intention, Money, Anger, Joshu, Precepts |
Nov 01 1974 |
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November 1st, 1974, Serial No. 00531Serial: RB-00531 This talk concerns the principles of conduct in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of understanding and applying the precepts beyond simple adherence to rules. It explores various nuances in perceiving and practicing... Money, Intention, Anger, Joshu, Precepts |
Nov 01 1974 |