Showing 1922 talks
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November 12th, 1972, Serial No. 00350Serial: KR-00350 -
Attachment, Fasting, Consciousness, Bodhidharma, Funeral, Chanting, Posture, Breath,... |
Nov 12 1972 |
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Engaging Suffering Through Buddhist PracticeSerial: RB-00492 The talk explores the concept of suffering in Buddhism, emphasizing its central role in understanding the practice. It discusses the difference between Buddhist and ordinary thinking, highlighting the situational and actionable... Suffering, Karma, Vow, Heart Sutra, Continuous Practice |
Nov 11 1972 |
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November 7th, 1972, Serial No. 00357Serial: KR-00357 -
Consciousness, Suffering, Anger, Don't Know Mind, Birth-and-Death, Silence, lecture,... |
Nov 07 1972 |
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Embracing Mu for True EnlightenmentSerial: RB-00491 The talk focuses on the interpretation of Mu (無) within Zen practice and its pivotal role in understanding the nature of enlightenment. It emphasizes direct experience over intellectual understanding, urging practitioners to... Five Ranks, Community, Soto Zen, Rinzai, Money |
Nov 01 1972 |
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Transcending Karma Through PerceptionSerial: RB-00490 The talk discusses the concept of karma in Buddhism, emphasizing that karma encapsulates one's existence and practice. It asserts that our sensory perceptions and familial attributes constitute karma, which should be observed... Ego, Anger, Heart Sutra, Money, Passions |
Oct 31 1972 |
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October 31st, 1972, Serial No. 00344Serial: KR-00344 -
Discrimination, Ego, Religion, Liberation, Hate, Duality, Building, Patience, Intention,... |
Oct 31 1972 |
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October 31st, 1972, Serial No. 00345Serial: KR-00345 -
Liberation, Delusion, Discrimination |
Oct 31 1972 |
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Zen Practice in Everyday LifeSerial: RB-00489 The talk discusses the challenges and nuances of communicating Buddhism to different audiences. Emphasizing a non-traditional approach, there is reflection on the teachings of Suzuki Roshi, who often gave introductory lectures... Vow, Soto Zen, Samadhi, confusion, Rinzai |
Oct 26 1972 |
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October 24th, 1972, Serial No. 00343Serial: KR-00343 -
realization |
Oct 24 1972 |
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October 23rd, 1972, Serial No. 00346Serial: KR-00346 -
Teacher-and-Student, Subject-and-Object, Discrimination, realization, confusion, Silence,... |
Oct 23 1972 |
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Attaining Enlightenment Through Practice ParadoxSerial: RB-00488 The main thesis of the talk explores the practice of Buddhism, focusing on cultivating an enlightened attitude or bodhichitta. The discussion examines the paradox of requiring practice while asserting that Zen practice is... Doubt, Sangha, Love, Samadhi, Hindrances |
Oct 21 1972 |
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October 17th, 1972, Serial No. 00342Serial: KR-00342 -
Ego, Consciousness, training, lecture, Lotus Sutra, confusion, Manjushri, Beginners,... |
Oct 17 1972 |
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Living Zen: Essence and PracticeSerial: RB-00486 The principal thesis explores the essence of Zen practice, focusing on comprehending the actual situation of our lives and integrating faith in Zen without the dichotomy of doubt and belief. It elaborates on the Buddhist view of... Faith, Love, Doubt, Ego |
Oct 14 1972 |
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Trusting Zen's Natural FlowSerial: RB-00484 The talk primarily explores the essential role of faith and confidence in Zen practice, emphasizing the notion of abandoning the search for a "missing link" and instead developing trust in the world as described by Buddha. It... Doubt, Faith, Precepts, Buddha Nature, Right Effort |
Oct 11 1972 |
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Discovering Zen in Daily LifeSerial: RB-00483 The talk, delivered on October 8, 1972, delves into the expansive nature of zazen beyond its traditional posture, encouraging a natural discovery of meditation practices amidst daily activities. It addresses the importance of... Buddha Nature, Posture, Karma, Instruction |
Oct 08 1972 |
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October 8th, 1972, Serial No. 00338Serial: KR-00338 -
Three Treasures, realization, Religion, Hate, Anger, confusion |
Oct 08 1972 |
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Zen Pathways to Joyful PracticeSerial: RB-00482 The talk centers on the nature of Zen practice, emphasizing three main opportunities: the path or Sangha, the teacher and their instructions, and personal effort. It outlines three entrances into practice—vital energy (prana),... Practice Period, Posture, Breath, Chanting, Bowing |
Oct 06 1972 |
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Beyond Stepladder ZenSerial: RB-00481 The talk focuses on the challenges of scheduling and maintaining a rigorous Zen practice period at Tassajara, emphasizing the importance of overcoming self-involvement and anxiety to achieve genuine practice. It illustrates that... Practice Period, Priest, Dokusan, Soto Zen, Tozan |
Oct 01 1972 |
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October 1972 talk, Serial No. 00337Serial: KR-00337 -
Concentration, realization, Hate, Breath, lecture, Patience, Oneness, confusion, Emotions,... |
Oct 1972 |
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October 1972 talk, Serial No. 00339Serial: KR-00339 -
Enemies, Religion, American |
Oct 1972 |
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October 1972 talk, Serial No. 00340Serial: KR-00340 -
Don't Know Mind, Silence, Lay, Delusion, Anger, Emotions, Hate |
Oct 1972 |
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October 1972 talk, Serial No. 00341Serial: KR-00341 -
Birth-and-Death, Oneness, American, Culture, Buddha Nature, Hate, Funeral, realization... |
Oct 1972 |
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Zen in Daily Community LifeSerial: RB-00480 The talk discusses the successful retention of Green Gulch Farm by the Zen Center after government intervention and highlights the significance of practicing Zen within community settings. The concept of interconnected practice... Big Mind, Don't Know Mind, Priest, Community, Culture |
Sep 26 1972 |
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Embrace Discomfort as Your TeacherSerial: RB-00479 The transcript discusses the intrinsic discomfort in Zen practice as a teaching tool and the importance of perceiving discomfort as guidance. Central to the talk is the idea that everything in life can serve as a teacher, and... uchiyama, Priest, Dream World, Building, Continuous Practice |
Sep 16 1972 |
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August 12th, 1972, Serial No. 00335Serial: KR-00335 -
Nirvana, Three Treasures, Posture, Discrimination, Bowing, causation, Greed, Patience,... |
Aug 12 1972 |
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August 11th, 1972, Serial No. 00249Serial: KR-00249 -
Patience, Pain, Bodhisattva Vow, Suffering, Vow, realization |
Aug 11 1972 |
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August 9th, 1972, Serial No. 00247Serial: KR-00247 -
Dharma Transmission, Gratitude, Delusion, Transmission, Hindrances, realization, Hate, lecture... |
Aug 09 1972 |
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August 9th, 1972, Serial No. 00248Serial: KR-00248 -
Silence, lecture, Rinzai, Pain, Duality, Bell, Ceremony, Community, realization, Suffering... |
Aug 09 1972 |
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August 8th, 1972, Serial No. 00246Serial: KR-00246 -
Patience, realization, Pain, Three Treasures, Suffering, Enemies, Hate, Chanting, Anger... |
Aug 08 1972 |
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August 7th, 1972, Serial No. 00245Serial: KR-00245 -
Birth-and-Death, Suffering, Happiness, Community, realization, Instruction, Pain... |
Aug 07 1972 |
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August 6th, 1972, Serial No. 00243Serial: KR-00243 -
realization, confusion, Buddha Nature, lecture, Pain, Silence |
Aug 06 1972 |
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August 6th, 1972, Serial No. 00244Serial: KR-00244 -
stubbornness, Funeral, Happiness |
Aug 06 1972 |
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August 5th, 1972, Serial No. 00242Serial: KR-00242 -
Buddha Nature, lecture, Ceremony, Building, Rinzai, confusion |
Aug 05 1972 |
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Seed of Enlightenment RevealedSerial: RB-00485 The talk explores the teachings of Seppo, particularly his comparison of the world to a seed from the Blue Cliff Records. It emphasizes the theme of understanding enlightenment as an intrinsic state rather than an external... First Principle, Vow, Evil, Bodhisattva Vow |
Jul 08 1972 |
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July 6th, 1972, Serial No. 00477Serial: RB-00477 The talk primarily addresses the speaker's recent visit to the East Coast, the distinct cultural and social contrasts between the two coasts, the experience and philosophies encountered, and reflections on Zen practice. It... Culture, Buddha Nature, Posture, Evil, Community |
Jul 06 1972 |
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Embracing Desires in Buddha NatureSerial: RB-00476 The talk addresses the concept of Buddha nature, focusing on distinguishing subjective and objective self-awareness. The central thesis emphasizes that desires—often regarded as evil—are integral to one's Buddha nature when... Evil, Bodhidharma, Buddha Nature, Rinzai, Heart Sutra |
Jul 04 1972 |
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June 10th, 1972, Serial No. 00475Serial: RB-00475 The talk focuses on the concept of seclusion in Zen practice, emphasizing mental calmness over physical isolation. It discusses the importance of maintaining inner calm despite physical discomfort or agitation during zazen (... Perfect Wisdom, Commitment, Pain, Breath, Bell |
Jun 10 1972 |
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Everyday Enlightenment through Zen RoutineSerial: RB-00474 The talk primarily addresses the psychological and practical aspects of Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of commitment, the challenges of adhering to monastic rules, and the intricate understanding of koans. It highlights... Commitment, Ordinary Mind, Sesshin, Bowing, Intimacy |
Jun 07 1972 |
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Zen in Each MomentSerial: RB-00473 The talk discusses the practice and philosophy of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the necessity for a continuous and self-sustained practice without relying on external validation or rigid instruction. It outlines how Suzuki Roshi,... Culture, Priest, Concentration, Commitment, Bell |
Jun 06 1972 |
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Commitment in Zen PracticeSerial: RB-00472 The talk discusses the importance of commitment in Zen practice, emphasizing three phases akin to the three refuges: Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. The focus is on maintaining commitment during tough phases of practice without... Commitment, Sangha, Posture, Sesshin |
Jun 05 1972 |
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Zen Wholeness Through ZazenSerial: RB-00471 The talk emphasizes the practice of Zazen and the idea of wholeness in Zen practice. It discusses how thoughts and actions should arise spontaneously and naturally without the interference of deliberative thinking. This natural... Shikantaza, Buddha Nature, Breath, Karma, Compassion |
Jun 04 1972 |
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June 3rd, 1972, Serial No. 00470Serial: RB-00470 The talk primarily focuses on the importance of maintaining a calm mind in the midst of daily activities and zazen practice. It emphasizes that true solitude and calmness are internal states rather than external circumstances.... Dream World, Sesshin, Pain, Silence, Sangha |
Jun 03 1972 |
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Facing the Absolute in ZenSerial: RB-00469 The talk centers on the question "What is the Absolute?" and how one can face it. Drawing on various Zen texts and historical accounts, the discussion delves into stories involving Seppo and his disciples to illustrate the... Tozan, First Principle, Soto Zen, War |
May 27 1972 |
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May 26th, 1972, Serial No. 00468Serial: RB-00468 The talk examines the intersection of Zen teachings and practical experiences, starting with an anecdote about a snake in the temple and its symbolic significance. The speaker references Seppo and Gensha to elaborate on the... Tozan, First Principle, Heart Sutra, resistance |
May 26 1972 |
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Embracing Ignorance: The Zen ResponseSerial: RB-00467 The talk discusses Blue Cliff Record case number 18, focusing on the Zen concept of an "untiered monument" and the significance of the response "I don't know" in interactions with emperors and political figures. The discussion... Silence, Bodhidharma, Buddha Nature, War, Letting Go |
May 20 1972 |
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May 17th, 1972, Serial No. 00465Serial: RB-00465 The talk outlines the lineage and transmission of Zen teachings, emphasizing the intangible yet profound nature of Zen practice. It highlights the deep history of the lineage tracing back to Bodhidharma and the Sixth Patriarch,... War, Lineage, Peace, Vow, Breath |
May 17 1972 |
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Zen Moments: Breathing and BeingSerial: RB-00464 The talk delves into the historical lineage and the continuity of Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of moment-to-moment awareness in practice. Key points include the analogy of time and practice, the significance of... Breath, Bodhidharma, Truth, causation, Koan |
May 13 1972 |
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Zen and Tantra: Deep RelationshipsSerial: RB-00463 This talk delves into the examination of Zen and Tantric Buddhism, specifically drawing comparisons between Zen koans and Tantric meditation techniques. Emphasis is placed on the themes of relationship, question and answer... Delusion, Truth, Koan, Mahayana, Community |
May 10 1972 |
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Zen Gardens as Living MemorialsSerial: RB-00466 The talk discusses the creation of a cemetery for Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the symbolic importance of his garden at Tassajara as a living monument. The speaker reflects on the relevance of history and tradition in Zen practice,... Ceremony, Dragons, Building, Buddha Nature, Bodhidharma |
May 10 1972 |
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Echoes of Practice, Voices of ZenSerial: RB-00462 This talk centers on the practice and philosophy of Zen, emphasizing the significance of repetitive practice, the teaching of non-sentient beings, and the importance of community and mutual support in Zen practice. It outlines... Bodhidharma, Breath, Attachment, Mahayana, Koan |
May 09 1972 |