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Nature's Path to EnlightenmentSerial: SF-12215 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-12-15
The talk examines the Zen practice of engaging directly with nature as a path to enlightenment, drawing on Dogen's "Sansuikyo" fascicle. The discussion explores the metaphorical and literal significance of mountains and waters as... Dogen, Study, Awakening |
Dec 15 2019 Tassajara |
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Interconnected Realities in Zen NatureSerial: SF-12330 Talk by David Zimmerman Mountains Are Mountains Waters Are Waters at Tassajara on 2019-12-15
The talk examines Dogen's "Mountains and Waters Sutra" and emphasizes the themes of interconnectedness and the non-dual nature of reality. It explores the metaphorical significance of water and mountains as vehicles for... Dogen, Study, Awakening |
Dec 15 2019 Tassajara |
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Weaving Reality Through StoriesSerial: SF-12256 Talk by Paul Haller at City Center on 2019-12-14
The talk explores the theme of co-creating reality through reflection and narrative, using stories and poetry to illuminate how perceptions of reality are interwoven with personal and collective experiences. Specific references... Delusion, Japan, Generosity |
Dec 14 2019 City Center |
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Flowing Wisdom: Zen's Water PathSerial: SF-12170 Talk by David Zimmerman The Way Of Water at Tassajara on 2019-12-11
The talk centers on the metaphorical exploration of the Zen way as akin to navigating water, emphasizing the inseparability and fluidity of life and practice in Zen. It draws connections between mountain and water practice in Zen... Dharma Transmission, Zazen, Dogen |
Dec 11 2019 Tassajara |
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Zen Crossroads: Legacy and TransformationSerial: SF-12204 Talk by Barbara Matingher at City Center on 2019-12-11
This talk delves into the legacy and impact of Suzuki Roshi at the San Francisco Zen Center, highlighting its development since his arrival in the U.S. in 1959. It explores interactions between Japanese-American and Western... Suzuki Roshi, Zazen, Priest |
Dec 11 2019 City Center |
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Surfing Zen's Fluid WavesSerial: SF-12211 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-12-11
The talk explores Zen teachings on understanding and practicing non-duality, using metaphors of water and fishing to convey spiritual insights. It discusses making oneself receptive to Dharma, letting go of self-identity, and... Dharma Transmission, Zazen, Dogen |
Dec 11 2019 Tassajara |
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Mountains Rivers Zen: Embracing OnenessSerial: SF-12184 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-12-10
The talk discusses the intersection of Zen practice, specifically the San Sui Kyo, with the concept of mountains and waters as metaphors for mindfulness and Zen teachings. The primary focus is on Dogen's insights about the... Dogen, Zazen, Dongshan |
Dec 10 2019 Tassajara |
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Mountains, Waters, and Zen HarmonySerial: SF-12361 Talk by David Zimmerman Mountains As Dwelling Places Of Great Sages at Tassajara on 2019-12-10
The talk centers on an exploration of Dogen's "Sansui Kyo," delving into the intimate relationship between mountains, waters, sages, and Zen practice. It emphasizes the non-dual understanding of nature and practice, where the... Dogen, Zazen, Practice Period |
Dec 10 2019 Tassajara |
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Interwoven Pathways of Spiritual RefugeSerial: SF-12159 Talk by Jody Greene Refuge at Tassajara on 2019-12-09
The talk examines the concept of refuge within Buddhism, contrasting the reliance on external forces with the strength found in personal practice. Using stories from Buddhist traditions, such as those involving Avalokiteshvara,... Fox, Sangha, Three Treasures |
Dec 09 2019 Tassajara |
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Embodied Silence: Pathway to TransformationSerial: SF-12364 Talk by Christina Lehnherr at City Center on 2019-12-07
The talk explores the theme of "Embodied Silence" and its role in personal transformation, highlighting a 10-week practice period involving mindful engagement and exploration of body awareness. The discussion emphasizes the... Practice Period, Silence, Gratitude |
Dec 07 2019 City Center |
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Pathways to Collective EnlightenmentSerial: SF-12302 Talk by Christina Lehnherr Rohatsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-06
The talk discusses the transformation of being into enlightenment, drawing comparisons between the realization of one's path and artistic expression without words, emphasizing that enlightenment is a shared journey and inevitable... Stillness, Silence, Jewel Mirror Samadhi |
Dec 06 2019 City Center |
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Embrace Silence, Discover True SelfSerial: SF-12357 Talk by Christina Lehnherr Rosatsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-05
The talk explores the practice of Zazen as a means to connect with one's true nature, emphasizing the importance of non-attachment and non-grasping of thoughts. It highlights the support from the surrounding environment and... Breath, Zazen, Posture |
Dec 05 2019 City Center |
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Embracing Impermanence Through Zen RitualsSerial: SF-12238 Talk by Christina Rohatsu Day at City Center on 2019-12-04
The talk examines the practice of embracing impermanence through Zen, emphasizing the ritualistic nature of Zen ceremonies and the fleeting beauty of each moment. It highlights the concept of the "Merciful Ocean of Buddha’s Way... Letting Go, Zazen, Vimalakirti |
Dec 04 2019 City Center |
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Embracing Present Perfection WithinSerial: 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 |
Dec 03 2019 City Center |
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Fluid Perception and Buddha NatureSerial: SF-12300 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-12-02
The talk at Tassajara on December 2, 2019, centers on the fluidity and impermanence of perception, using Dogen's teachings as a focal point. The discussion delves into the nature of water as a metaphor for Buddha nature,... Dogen, Study, Money |
Dec 02 2019 Tassajara |
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Beginners Heart: Zen in ActionSerial: SF-12335 Talk by Tim Oconnor Fraser at City Center on 2019-12-02
The talk focuses on the theme of "Beginner's Heart" in Zen practice, highlighting the importance of gratitude, respect, and silence within a community setting. It discusses the Shuso's role in embodying practice by learning... Shuso, Big Mind, Ceremony |
Dec 02 2019 City Center |
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Inner Practice, World TransformationSerial: SF-12178 Talk by Sara Tashker at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-12-01
The talk discusses the interconnectedness of inner and outer experiences, emphasizing the role of spiritual practice, specifically zazen, in addressing global and personal challenges. It underscores the need for enlightened... Zazen, Faith, Study |
Dec 01 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Embrace Silence through Beginner's MindSerial: SF-12292 Talk by Christina L at City Center on 2019-12-01
The talk focuses on the Zen practice of Zazen and Shikantaza, emphasizing the importance of being present, cultivating a beginner's mind and heart, and engaging with the body in the moment. The discussion explores how to create a... Breath, Zazen, Daily Life |
Dec 01 2019 City Center |
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Awakening Through Acts of GivingSerial: SF-12252 Talk by Tova Green at City Center on 2019-11-30
This talk focuses on the theme of 'giving' within Zen practice, discussing its role as the first of the six paramitas and its connection to ethical living through the Buddhist precepts. Emphasis is placed on the transformative... Precepts, Giving, Practice Period |
Nov 30 2019 City Center |
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Rethinking Water, Rethinking LifeSerial: SF-12369 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-11-27
The talk explores perceptions of water through the metaphor in David Foster Wallace's commencement speech, challenging participants to question their unexamined beliefs. Attendees are encouraged to reconsider their views on... Bell, Community |
Nov 27 2019 Tassajara |
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Manjushri: Slicing Through DualitySerial: SF-12160 Talk by Jody Greene Manjushri A.k.a.the Real Head Monk at Tassajara on 2019-11-25
The talk focuses on the embodiment of wisdom through the figure of Manjushri, a bodhisattva associated with wisdom in Zen Buddhism. The discussion explores the symbolism of Manjushri, particularly his sword which signifies the... Manjushri, Practice Period, Silence |
Nov 25 2019 Tassajara |
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Listening as a Transformative PracticeSerial: SF-12248 Talk by Theimo Blank at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-11-24
The talk explores the concept of listening as a profound and essential practice, connecting it to both personal interactions and Zen Buddhist teachings. Drawing on a quote from Winnie the Pooh, mediation training experiences, and... Right Speech, Zazen, Eightfold Path |
Nov 24 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Zazen: The Taproot of EnlightenmentSerial: SF-12360 Talk by Erin Merk at City Center on 2019-11-23
The talk discusses the foundational importance of Zazen in Soto Zen practice, emphasizing its role as the taproot of practice that nourishes personal and collective spiritual life. It contrasts mindfulness with Zazen's openness... Zazen, Practice Period, Posture |
Nov 23 2019 City Center |
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Joyful Steps on the Zen PathSerial: SF-12153 Talk by Greg Fain Joy Your Flotation Is Groovy at Tassajara on 2019-11-21
The talk titled "Zen's Surpassing Joyful Path" explores the nuanced understanding and cultivation of joy within Zen practice, emphasizing its centrality to the Bodhisattva path as illustrated in the Avatamsaka Sutra. It examines... Practice Period, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Soto Zen |
Nov 21 2019 Tassajara |
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Zen Joy: Cultivating Community ConnectionSerial: SF-12293 Talk by Greg Fain at Tassajara on 2019-11-21
The talk explores the concept of joy in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of finding joy through connection and community, as highlighted by figures like Thich Nhat Hanh and the teachings from the Mahayana Avatamsaka Sutra... Practice Period, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Soto Zen |
Nov 21 2019 Tassajara |
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Zenful Living Through Grateful PracticeSerial: SF-12164 Talk by Tim Oconner Fraisher at City Center on 2019-11-20
This talk focuses on integrating gratitude and practice in daily life, highlighting how small, consistent actions can amplify spiritual fulfillment. The discussion emphasizes the implementation of gratitude within Zen practice as... Practice Period, Gratitude, Continuous Practice |
Nov 20 2019 City Center |
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Mountains Walking: Zen's Dynamic InterconnectionSerial: SF-12156 Talk by David Zimmerman The Of Eastern Mountains Day Of Day Sesshin at Tassajara on 2019-11-17
The talk delves into Zen practice, emphasizing the notion of interconnectedness and the non-duality of experiences, as encapsulated by the concept of "mountains walking." Through referencing Dogen's criticisms and teachings, it... Meditation, Faith, Dogen |
Nov 17 2019 Tassajara |
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Embracing Thoughts in Zen PracticeSerial: SF-12247 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-11-17
The talk discusses the practice of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the interplay between thinking and non-thinking, as expounded by figures like Dogen and encountered in works like the Shobo Genzo. It highlights themes of practice... Study, Meditation, Faith |
Nov 17 2019 Tassajara |
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Embodied Compassion Through PreceptsSerial: SF-12285 Talk by Tenshin Reb Anderson at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-11-17
The talk delves into the significance of bodhisattva precepts and their role in cultivating great compassion and wisdom, specifically within the context of addressing personal, familial, and global crises. It contrasts the... Precepts, Buddha Mind, Great compassion |
Nov 17 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Inconceivable Wholeness in Dogen's TeachingsSerial: SF-12157 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-11-16
The talk delves into the teachings of Dogen, specifically exploring his essay "Mountains and Waters Sutra," emphasizing the idea of transformation and interconnectedness beyond dualistic thinking. The speaker discusses themes of... Dogen, Giving, Discrimination |
Nov 16 2019 Tassajara |
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Stone Woman, Moving Mountain TruthSerial: SF-12192 Talk by David Zimmerman When Stone Woman Gives Birth Day Of Day Sesshin at Tassajara on 2019-11-16
This talk delves into the interplay between silence and practice during a meditation retreat, using Dogen's exploration of the "Mountains and Waters Sutra" as a backdrop. The speaker emphasizes the non-discriminatory nature of... Dogen, Giving, Discrimination |
Nov 16 2019 Tassajara |
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Embracing the Present Ordinary MindSerial: SF-12261 Talk by Ed Sattizahn at City Center on 2019-11-16
The talk discusses the concept of "ordinary mind" as the path or "Tao" in Zen practice, exploring how one should engage with life and spirituality in the present moment. The speaker reflects on personal experiences, including... Ordinary Mind, Japan, Rinzai |
Nov 16 2019 City Center |
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Embracing the Fire Within TransformationSerial: SF-12146 Talk by David Zimmerman Sitting With Fire In Sesshin Day Of Day Sesshin at Tassajara on 2019-11-13
The talk centers on the theme of embracing suffering and transformation through the metaphor of fire, drawing parallels between personal experiences with wildfires and the internal fires of emotions and thoughts. Key discussions... Tassajara, Letting Go, Zazen |
Nov 13 2019 Tassajara |
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Fire as a Path to InsightSerial: SF-12251 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-11-13
The talk navigates the metaphor of "fire" to explore the Zen practice of embracing and transforming suffering and attachment. This metaphor was illustrated through narratives of literal and spiritual fires, including the Basin... Tassajara, Letting Go, Zazen |
Nov 13 2019 Tassajara |
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Embracing Impermanence, Embodying JoySerial: SF-12317 Talk by Christina Leaher at City Center on 2019-11-13
The talk discusses the beauty of embracing impermanence and the importance of connecting with one's physical body to fully appreciate the present moment. The discussion is framed around Zen Buddhist teachings that emphasize the... Impermanence, Practice Period, Giving |
Nov 13 2019 City Center |
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Walking Sutras: Mindful Motion UnveiledSerial: SF-12148 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-11-12
The talk explores the practice of kinhin, emphasizing its concept as "walking sutras," and the role it plays in enhancing mindful awareness, akin to zazen in motion, drawing from Dogen's "Mountains and Water Sutra." It critiques... Dogen, Zazen, Breath |
Nov 12 2019 Tassajara |
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Mountains Flowing in MindfulnessSerial: SF-12315 Talk by David Zimmerman Four Views Of Water Day Of Day Sesshin at Tassajara on 2019-11-12
The talk discusses the timeless nature of Zen practice, using the metaphor of mountains and waters to explore dynamic mindfulness and the interconnectedness of all beings. The practice of kinhin (walking meditation) and the... Dogen, Breath, Zazen |
Nov 12 2019 Tassajara |
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Embodied Awareness Through Zen MeditationSerial: SF-12299 Talk by David Zimmerman at Tassajara on 2019-11-11
The talk focuses on integrating mind and body in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of somatic meditation and awareness in achieving a holistic connection with one's physical and mental states during meditation. The... Breath, Study, Meditation |
Nov 11 2019 Tassajara |
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Mountains Speak: Zen's Silent ConnectionSerial: SF-12368 Talk by Unclear at Tassajara on 2019-11-11
The talk explores the theme of interconnectedness between Zen practice, nature, and the individual self, with a focus on the symbolism of mountains as sites of meditation and conversation with the natural world. The discussion... Breath, Study, Meditation |
Nov 11 2019 Tassajara |
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Zen Play: Embracing ImpermanenceSerial: SF-12349 Talk by Fu Schroeder at Green Gulch Farm on 2019-11-10
The talk explores the concept of impermanence and attachment through Zen teachings, particularly relating to contemporary events such as California wildfires. Historical Zen dialogues, children's games during blackouts, and... Fayan, Blue Cliff Record, Awakening |
Nov 10 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Four Stages of My RecoverySerial: SF-10829 11/09/2019, Grace Dammann, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the journey of awakening through personal experiences of trauma and recovery, emphasizing the integration of body and mind within the practice of Buddhism. Core themes include the value of practice, the... Practice, Practice Period, Time |
Nov 09 2019 City Center |
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Walking Mountains: Embracing Life's FlowSerial: SF-12149 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-11-08
The talk explores the Zen concept of "Walking Mountains," emphasizing the interplay between permanence and impermanence, as well as the importance of understanding our own actions within the broader context of existence... Impermanence, Zazen, Dogen |
Nov 08 2019 Tassajara |
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Expressing Our Lives Through Our BodiesSerial: SF-10753 11/06/2019, Kiku Christina Lehnherr, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the theme of embodiment and its significance in fully inhabiting one's body and living authentically. It explores the barriers constructed by the mind and the call for courage to reconnect with the body's... Love, Time, Vow |
Nov 06 2019 City Center |
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Embodied Presence at TassajaraSerial: SF-12326 Talk by Leslie James Don Wish Your Life Away at Tassajara on 2019-11-06
This talk explores the theme of engaging wholly with one's current experience, emphasizing the unique setting of Tassajara as an environment that facilitates introspection and mindfulness. The discussion draws on Dogen's "Genjo... Tassajara, Practice Period, Dogen |
Nov 06 2019 Tassajara |
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Limitless MeasureSerial: SF-10758 11/03/2019, Steve Weintraub, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the themes of gratitude, practice, and realization within the Zen tradition, using a children's story as a metaphor for understanding the interconnectedness of gifts and practice in everyday life. Central to... Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Time |
Nov 03 2019 Green Gulch Farm |
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Our Endeavor To Go BeyondSerial: SF-10833 11/02/2019, Kiku Christina Lehnherr, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on embodying the principles of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the interconnectedness of life and the practice of integrating body and mind. It discusses the importance of direct experience and challenges conventional... Time, Name, Practice Period |
Nov 02 2019 City Center |
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Walking Mountains, Ever-changing TruthsSerial: SF-12177 Talk by Class at Tassajara on 2019-11-02
The talk explores Dogen's concept of "mountains walking," emphasizing a continuous inquiry into his teachings without finalizing understanding. This session discusses how Dogen's imagery of walking mountains and... Dogen, Impermanence, Study |
Nov 02 2019 Tassajara |
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Zen Resilience Amidst WildfiresSerial: SF-12350 Talk by Tim Fraiser Oconnor Sp at City Center on 2019-10-30
The talk discusses the transformative experiences associated with transitioning into the San Francisco Zen Center amidst wildfires and the broader implications of environmental crises on individual and collective consciousness.... Practice Period, Don't Know Mind, Oneness |
Oct 30 2019 City Center |
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Zen Pathways to Climate ResilienceSerial: SF-12199 Talk by Linda Galijan The Mountains And Waters Of The Present Moment Are Burning at Tassajara on 2019-10-28
The talk focuses on the interplay between the spiritual concepts of the Mountains and Waters Sutra and the tangible, pressing challenges of climate change and ecological disaster. Emphasizing the relentless cycle of suffering... Greed, Tassajara, Hate |
Oct 28 2019 Tassajara |
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Burning Truths: Buddhism and Climate CrisisSerial: SF-12296 Talk by Linda Galijan at Tassajara on 2019-10-28
The talk engages with the theme of the "Mountains and Waters Sutra," discussing how wildfires represent the manifestations of current ecological and spiritual challenges, drawing parallels to larger discussions on climate change... Greed, Tassajara, Hate |
Oct 28 2019 Tassajara |