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Happiness in PresenceSerial: SF-07595 12/14/2014, Sonja Gardenswartz dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the concept of happiness through non-contention and presence within Zen practice, contrasting it with the typically Buddhist notion of the cessation of suffering. The speaker emphasizes the importance of being... Practice, Happiness, Time |
Dec 14 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Siddhartha's Resolve: Encounter with Mara (Sesshin Day 5)Serial: SF-07666 12/13/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts, dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the themes of practicing with resistance and making resolves by reflecting on the story of Siddhartha Gautama's journey to enlightenment and his confrontation with Mara under the Bodhi tree. It delves into the... Buddha, Practice, Time |
Dec 13 2014 Tassajara |
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Osama Bin Laden, 9/11, and the Senate Intelligence ReportSerial: SF-07718 12/13/2014, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk articulates the conflict between the speaker's initial intent to discuss loving-kindness meditation and the pressing need to address the recently released U.S. Senate Intelligence Committee report on CIA detention and... Time, Buddhism, Practice |
Dec 13 2014 City Center |
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Siddhartha's Austerities: What Is Skill in Means? (Sesshin Day 3)Serial: SF-07727 12/11/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts, dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk delves into the concept of managing and confronting internal and external pain in Zen practice, contrasting austerity with the “middle way” approach. It discusses the role of skillful means (upaya) in accommodating... Practice, Buddha, Time |
Dec 11 2014 Tassajara |
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The Great Departure: A Story of Relationship (Sesshin Day 2)Serial: SF-07571 12/10/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the interplay between historical narratives and personal practice in Zen Buddhism, focusing on variations of the Buddha’s story, particularly the Great Departure as depicted in Theravadan and Sarvastavadan... Practice, Buddha, Letting Go |
Dec 10 2014 Tassajara |
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Four Messengers and Five Remembrances (Sesshin Day 1)Serial: SF-07702 12/9/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the significance of the Rohatsu Sesshin, a period of intensive meditation honoring the Buddha's enlightenment, and emphasizes the practice of "not knowing mind" to engage authentically with the experience. The... Practice, Breath, Time |
Dec 09 2014 Tassajara |
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She Does Nothing About All DharmasSerial: SF-07531 12/6/2014, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the Soto Zen teaching of "no gaining idea" and highlights its embodiment in Prajnaparamita, the perfection of wisdom, perceived as a feminine deity. It delves into the integration and impact of Prajnaparamita... Practice, Wisdom, Suzuki Roshi |
Dec 06 2014 Tassajara |
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Sesshin is to be Completely One with our PracticeSerial: SF-07555 12/6/2014, Rinso Ed Sattizahn dharma talk at City Center.
This talk explores the practice and significance of sesshin, particularly through the teachings of Shunryu Suzuki, highlighting the transition from the 'monkey mind' to a 'big mind.' It delves into the journey of practicing zazen... Practice, Time, Suzuki Roshi |
Dec 06 2014 City Center |
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Don't ShootSerial: SF-07729 11/30/2014, Furyu Schroeder, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk at Green Gulch Farm discusses the practice of Zen, focusing on informed action, respect, and awareness as fundamental components of the discipline. It references the teachings of Dogen Zenji, Suzuki Roshi, and Martin... Suzuki Roshi, Love, Practice |
Nov 30 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Everyday MindSerial: SF-07607 11/29/2014, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on the Zen teaching derived from the encounter between Zen Master Zhaozhou and Master Nan Chuan, focusing on the koan from the "Mumonkan" or "The Gateless Gate" about the concept that "everyday mind is the way."... Practice, Time, Happiness |
Nov 29 2014 City Center |
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Reentry: Fish Becomes a Dragon (Sesshin Day 9)Serial: SF-07629 11/23/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk primarily explores the integration of physical practices, like posture adjustment and exercise, into Zen practice, emphasizing that these activities support the practice of the Buddha's way rather than mere self-care.... Buddha, Practice, Suzuki Roshi |
Nov 23 2014 Tassajara |
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Giving Up Trying To ControlSerial: SF-07730 11/23/2014, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk focuses on the concept of relinquishing control in spiritual practice, particularly in the context of Zen Buddhism. It posits that Buddhas act as liberators—not through controlling others but by practicing alongside them... Practice, Buddha, Time |
Nov 23 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Iron and Silk (Sesshin Day 8)Serial: SF-07690 11/22/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk emphasizes the importance of a holistic practice integrating both physical activities, like kitchen labor and yoga, with mental pursuits such as meditation. It discusses the concept of "tempering," drawing from Suzuki... Practice, Lotus Sutra, Buddha |
Nov 22 2014 Tassajara |
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Recollections of Suzuki RoshiSerial: SF-07609 11/22/2014, Steve Weintraub dharma talk at City Center.
The talk reflects on personal recollections and teachings of Shunryu Suzuki Roshi, highlighting the theme of "Everyday Enlightenment" and the profound impact of Suzuki's presence and teachings on the Zen practice at the San... Suzuki Roshi, Time, Practice |
Nov 22 2014 City Center |
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Peter Pan Attends SesshinSerial: SF-07637 11/21/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk centers on the importance of continuous, wholehearted practice in Zen, emphasizing diligent effort rather than seeking immediate enlightenment or recognition. It parallels Zen practice with the story of Peter Pan,... Time, Practice, Love |
Nov 21 2014 Tassajara |
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This Is Hard to Talk AboutSerial: SF-07587 11/20/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the parable of the Dharma rain from the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing how each individual's unique experience and needs in practice are analogous to different plants receiving what they need to thrive. It further... Suzuki Roshi, Lotus Sutra, Buddha |
Nov 20 2014 Tassajara |
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The Bliss DanceSerial: SF-07620 11/19/2014, Nancy Petrin dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the themes of healing, community, and the mystery of life, with the teachings of Suzuki Roshi as a central component. The speaker reflects on personal experiences and the sense of connection and encouragement... Suzuki Roshi, Time, Practice |
Nov 19 2014 City Center |
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Meeting the HindrancesSerial: SF-07713 11/18/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk primarily focuses on various Zen Buddhist teachings and practices, such as mindfulness in the context of the Four Foundations, body and sensory awareness, and posture during meditation. It also explores the relationship... Practice, Buddha, Mindfulness |
Nov 18 2014 Tassajara |
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Dharma Gate of MistakesSerial: SF-07740 11/17/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the themes of gratitude, night sitting, and the significance of mistakes in Zen practice, linking these to teachings from the Lotus Sutra and Dogen's writings. Through night sitting and reflecting on errors with... Buddha, Lotus Sutra, Practice |
Nov 17 2014 Tassajara |
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Faith, Effort, Mindfullness, Samadhi and PrajnaSerial: SF-07614 2014-11-16, Sojun Mel Weitsman, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk focuses on the fundamental practices within Zen Buddhism as taught by Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the essence of Zazen, faith, effort, mindfulness, samadhi, and prajna. It underscores the importance of viewing challenges... Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Zazen |
Nov 16 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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What Is It? And Why Is It So Hard to Realize?Serial: SF-07736 11/15/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk emphasizes the practice of continuous awareness and the challenge of integrating spiritual practice with daily life, particularly during a nine-day sesshin at Tassajara. The discussion includes reflections on the... Practice, Buddha, Time |
Nov 15 2014 Tassajara |
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Surrender To LoveSerial: SF-07657 11/15/2014, Zesho Susan O'Connell dharma talk at City Center.
This talk titled "Surrender to Love" discusses the essence of Zen practice in combating stress and fostering a sense of community. It emphasizes the teachings of Suzuki Roshi on taking refuge in the Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha,... Practice, Community, Suzuki Roshi |
Nov 15 2014 City Center |
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We Can Change Our Karma Right NowSerial: SF-07759 11/12/2014, Anshin Rosalie Curtis dharma talk at City Center.
The talk provides an insightful exploration of karma within Buddhist practice, highlighting its role as both volitional action and the resulting consequences. Emphasizing teachings from Suzuki Roshi and Thich Nhat Hanh, it delves... Karma, Suzuki Roshi, Practice |
Nov 12 2014 City Center |
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What You Think Is No HelpSerial: SF-07636 11/10/2014, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk revolves around themes of practice, perception, and realization in Zen, using the life example of Dennis Rodriguez and Dogen's teachings to illustrate how to live with the mind and body as they are. It emphasizes the... Buddha, Practice, Time |
Nov 10 2014 Tassajara |
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We'll SeeSerial: SF-07733 2014-11-2, Ed Brown, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk emphasizes the practice of maintaining a slight smile to cultivate detachment from one's emotions and experiences. Drawing from teachings by Thich Nhat Hanh and Zen anecdotes, the talk suggests that smiling serves as a... Practice, Time, Love |
Nov 02 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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All Beings as BuddhaSerial: SF-07744 11/1/2014, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on personal experiences with Suzuki Roshi, illustrating the application of Zen teachings in everyday life and the practice of loving-kindness meditation. It emphasizes the importance of seeing Buddha nature in... Time, Suzuki Roshi, Practice |
Nov 01 2014 City Center |
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Melting Into LoveSerial: SF-07746 10/29/2014, Nancy Petrin dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the significance of utilizing questions and breath as central practices within Zen, emphasizing the importance of holding questions without expecting straightforward answers and trusting the process as a means... Practice, Time, Breath |
Oct 29 2014 City Center |
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All Dharmas Abide in Their Dharma PositionSerial: SF-07589 10/28/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk addresses the practice of patience amidst discomfort, as highlighted by the story of enduring strong skunk smells and discomfort during practice. The discussion references Shantideva's teachings on patience, emphasizing... Dogen, Buddha, Suffering |
Oct 28 2014 Tassajara |
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PageSerial: SF-07616 10/27/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
In this talk, the central thesis revolves around practicing patience and compassion in the face of discomfort, specifically using the situation with flies during mealtime as a metaphor for Buddhist practice and teachings. The... Practice, Time, Patience |
Oct 27 2014 Tassajara |
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What Do You Call The World?Serial: SF-07565 2014-10-26, Furyu Schroeder, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
This talk explores the interconnectedness and co-arisen nature of all life, emphasizing how individual actions impact the broader universe. It interprets an anecdote from the "Book of Serenity," highlighting the importance of... Time, Suffering, Buddha |
Oct 26 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Breathing BodySerial: SF-07561 10/26/2014, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk centers on the interplay between traditional Zen practices and the physical aspects of breathing during zazen, with emphasis on the parasympathetic nervous system and its role in relaxation. It incorporates teachings... Buddha, Time, Practice |
Oct 26 2014 Tassajara |
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What is a Bodhisattva?Serial: SF-07654 10/25/2014, Rinso Ed Sattizahn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the significance and complexity of the lay bodhisattva initiation ceremony and explores the role of ceremonies in awakening a deeper understanding of life. The discussion is framed by the concept of the... Ceremony, Bodhisattva, Suzuki Roshi |
Oct 25 2014 City Center |
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The Buddha Way as Good FriendshipSerial: SF-07677 2014-10-19, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The main thesis of the talk explores the concept of "The Buddha Way as Good Friendship," emphasizing that enlightenment and practice are inseparable and manifest as good friendship. The practice of Zazen is highlighted as both... Practice, Enlightenment, Buddha |
Oct 19 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Six Prajna ParamittasSerial: SF-07605 10/18/2014, Sojun Mel Weitsman dharma talk at City Center.
The central thesis of the talk is the exploration of the six prajna paramitas, which are key aspects of Zen practice that transcend intellectual understanding and guide practical life. Each paramita—generosity, ethical conduct,... Practice, Samadhi, Zazen |
Oct 18 2014 City Center |
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Just ThisSerial: SF-07570 2014-10-12, Norman Fischer, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk discusses the concept of "suchness" or "just this" (renmei/renmo in Chinese, immo in Japanese) as a central theme in Zen practice, emphasizing the acceptance and presence of each moment as it is, without trying to alter... Time, Practice, Practice Period |
Oct 12 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Living Through Strong EmotionsSerial: SF-07647 10/11/2014, Zenju Earthlyn Manuel dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on navigating strong emotions, referred to as "kleshas," which are intense mental states clouding the mind and manifesting in unwholesome actions. The discussion emphasizes understanding and acknowledging these... Emotions, Practice, Time |
Oct 11 2014 City Center |
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Bodhidharma and StorytellingSerial: SF-07675 2014-10-05, Reiren Gumbel, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the legendary figure of Bodhidharma, focusing on the significance of his dialogue with Emperor Wu of Liang as recorded in the "Blue Cliff Record.” This encounter illustrates the Zen principle of non-duality... Bodhidharma, Time, Practice |
Oct 05 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Zazen is Our Whole LifeSerial: SF-07703 10/4/2014, Rinso Ed Sattizahn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the theme "Everyday Enlightenment," derived from Shunryu Suzuki's principle that "everyday life is enlightenment." It highlights Suzuki's transformative impact on Zen practice in America, emphasizing zazen's... Suzuki Roshi, Zazen, Practice |
Oct 04 2014 City Center |
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StillnessSerial: SF-07591 2014-09-28, Steve Weintraub, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores a nuanced interpretation of the Third Noble Truth concerning the cessation of suffering, highlighting an alternative etymological understanding of 'nirodha' to mean 'unimprisonment' or 'freedom' rather than... Practice, Suffering, difficulty |
Sep 28 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Living Our Lives to Support Each OtherSerial: SF-07586 9/27/2014, Taishun Yoshii dharma talk at City Center.
The talk addresses the essence of living a happy and satisfied life amidst challenges such as natural disasters and societal pressures by emphasizing the interconnectedness of life and the importance of Zen practice. It discusses... Zazen, Time, Practice |
Sep 27 2014 City Center |
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EmptinessSerial: SF-07711 9/22/2014, Kyoshin Wendy Lewis dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk introduces an analysis of the Heart Sutra, emphasizing its importance in Mahayana Buddhism and its teachings on emptiness and the five skandhas. It is noted that Jean Natier's research reveals the Heart Sutra's original... Heart Sutra, Emptiness, Time |
Sep 22 2014 Tassajara |
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Homage to the Perfection of Wisdom, the Lovely, the HolySerial: SF-07720 2014-09-21, Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk delves into the concept of "non-abiding mind" within the framework of the Perfection of Wisdom in Zen philosophy, emphasizing that enlightenment entails nurturing a mind that does not cling to any fixed notions or... Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Consciousness |
Sep 21 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Youre the Cook: The Mind That Seeks the WaySerial: SF-07704 9/20/2014, Edward Espe Brown dharma talk at City Center.
The talk emphasizes the concept of "way-seeking mind" as fundamental to Zen practice, focusing on the importance of personal exploration and the cultivation of one's capacity to seek the way rather than adhering strictly to... Suzuki Roshi, Time, Tassajara |
Sep 20 2014 City Center |
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OfferingSerial: SF-07562 9/19/2014, Shogen Danielson dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk centers on the concept of "offering" within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of selfless giving, both in material and spiritual terms, as a central tenet of Buddhist teachings. Discussions explore the nuanced... Offering, Buddha, Practice |
Sep 19 2014 Tassajara |
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How Do You Hide?Serial: SF-07558 9/16/2014, Mary Mocine dharma talk at Tassajara.
This talk centers on Dogen's teachings, specifically the "Tenzo Kyokun" (Instructions for the Cook), emphasizing the concept that practice itself is enlightenment. A narrative is shared of Dogen's encounter with a tenzo (head... Practice, Zazen, Dogen |
Sep 16 2014 Tassajara |
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If She Only Had a Minute...Serial: SF-07722 2014-09-14, Fu Schroeder, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the tension between the pursuit of ecstatic experiences, such as those described by the Stendhal syndrome, and the Zen Buddhist understanding of enlightenment, which emphasizes the importance of not getting... Meditation, Heart Sutra, Buddha |
Sep 14 2014 Green Gulch Farm |
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Trusting We Are BuddhaSerial: SF-07652 9/13/2014, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center.
The talk at the City Center discusses the integration of Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the importance of being present and giving each moment the time it needs. It explores concepts of humility, acceptance, and the... Buddha, Time, Suzuki Roshi |
Sep 13 2014 City Center |
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TransitionSerial: SF-07536 9/10/2014, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk focuses on the theme of "transition" in practice and life, using Zen teachings to explore feelings of lack and uncertainty. A central discussion involves Dogen's assertion that when the Dharma fully encompasses one's... Time, Practice, Work |
Sep 10 2014 Tassajara |
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IntimacySerial: SF-07617 9/10/2014, Marsha Angus dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the intersection of somatic experiencing and Zen practice, particularly emphasizing the overlap between trauma healing and zazen. It is highlighted how showing up fully in one's body and being a regulated,... Time, Zazen, Practice Period |
Sep 10 2014 City Center |
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The Spirit of All-Inclusive StudySerial: SF-07709 2014-9-07, Eijun Linda Cutts, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
This talk emphasizes the importance of "all-inclusive study" in Zen practice, drawing from the lineage of Soto Zen and teachings of key figures like Dogen Zenji and Suzuki Roshi. The notion of "studying the self" is central,... Study, Practice, Suzuki Roshi |
Sep 07 2014 Green Gulch Farm |