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Title	Speaker	Date
Buddha's Birthday: The Prequel Serial: SF-10817 05/05/2019, Furyu Schroeder, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk commemorates Buddha's birthday and reflects on the Bodhisattva vow's significance, highlighting the story of Sumedha, who was predicted by Buddha Dipankara to become Buddha Shakyamuni. The discussion delves into Buddhist...	Fu Schroeder	May 05 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Yes Is A World Serial: SF-10774 5/4/2019, Tenzen David Zimmerman dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the six-week practice period centering on the Brahma Viharas—kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimity—explored through meditation practices of shamatha (calm abiding) and vipassana (insight). The... *Suffering, Practice Period*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	May 04 2019 City Center
Love Is A Place Serial: SF-10724 5/1/2019, Tenzen David Zimmerman dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on exploring the Brahma Viharas—kindness, compassion, appreciative joy, and equanimity—as central qualities for spiritual practice in the context of a six-week study period at the San Francisco Zen Center. It... *Happiness*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	May 01 2019 City Center
Turn the Light Inward Serial: SF-10845 05/01/2019, Kiku Christina Lehnherr, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk engages with the concept of "refuge" in Zen practice, emphasizing that true refuge involves taking personal responsibility for one's life and experiences. It highlights how acknowledging personal conditioning, along with...	Kiku Christina Lehnherr	May 01 2019 Tassajara
Zen Practice Challenging Racism Serial: SF-10727 04/28/2019, Korin Charlie Pokorny, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk examines how Zen practice can address societal issues such as racism by fostering a responsive ethics through three key virtues: being in touch with vulnerability, not knowing, and understanding the self as relational....	Korin Charlie Pokorny	Apr 28 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Just One Career Serial: SF-10831 4/27/2019, Marc Lesser dharma talk at City Center. The talk centers on the theme of integrating love within the practice of Zen, suggesting the translation of Zen to love through absorption and self-awareness, emphasizing love's practical application in meditation and everyday...	Marc Lesser	Apr 27 2019 City Center
Reality In This Being Serial: SF-10830 04/26/2019, Leslie James, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the practice of Soto Zen, emphasizing self-study through an open-hearted engagement with oneself during Zazen (meditative sitting). The significance of this practice is illustrated by a koan featuring the... *Soto Zen, Practice Period*	Leslie James	Apr 26 2019 Tassajara
Doing Nothing Serial: SF-10801 4/24/2019, Anshi Zachary Smith dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the speaker's favorite koan, "The Hermit of the Lotus Flower Peak," as a metaphor for seeking strength on the path of Dharma, self-realization, and the challenges encountered therein. Transitioning to personal... *Dharma Transmission, Ceremony*	Anshi Zachary Smith	Apr 24 2019 City Center
True Freedom Of Choice Serial: SF-10726 04/22/2019, Hakusho Ostlund, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on the Zen practice of relinquishing preferences, drawing from the ancient verse "Faith in Mind" by the Third Chinese Ancestor, advocating a path free from attachment to likes and dislikes. The speaker contrasts... *Practice Period*	Hakusho Ostlund	Apr 22 2019 Tassajara
A History of Green Gulch Farm Serial: SF-10772 04/21/2019, Yuki Kobiyama, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk at Green Gulch Farm explores the deep historical and spiritual connection between land cultivation and Zen practice. It emphasizes the history of Green Gulch, the significance of its transformation under various stewards...	Yuki Kobiyama	Apr 21 2019 Green Gulch Farm
The Reductive Delusions of Our Dominant Culture Serial: SF-10778 04/20/2019, Dojin Sarah Emerson dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the challenges and delusions emanating from dominant cultural narratives in the United States, focusing on issues of race, individualism, and disconnection. The discussion highlights Zen practice as a pathway to... *Delusion*	Dojin Sarah Emerson	Apr 20 2019 City Center
Wind In The Pines Serial: SF-10736 04/17/2019, Marcia Lieberman dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the symbolic and philosophical significance of trees within Zen Buddhist practice, exploring how trees serve as metaphors for teachings in Buddhism. Key themes include the interconnectedness and communication... *Sandokai*	Marcia Lieberman	Apr 17 2019 City Center
Turning the Light Around And Benefitting Beings Serial: SF-10872 04/14/2019, Sonja Gardenswartz, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the Zen concept that "ordinary mind is the way," emphasizing how everyday activities can become pathways to enlightenment. It discusses the idea of transformation through inner change rather than altering the... *Ordinary Mind*	Sonja Gardenswartz	Apr 14 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Zhaozhou Teaching the Assembly Serial: SF-10757 04/13/2019, Rinso Ed Sattizahn, dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the Zen teaching from the Blue Cliff Records, specifically Zhajo's teaching, "The great way is not difficult, just avoid picking and choosing." This teaching emphasizes the struggle with preferences,... *Koan*	Rinso Ed Sattizahn	Apr 13 2019 City Center
Questions of Your Heart Serial: SF-10873 04/13/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller, dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk explores the central teachings of the Heart Sutra, focusing on the concept of the "mind as no hindrance" and the idea of no barriers or obstacles in the mind, connecting it to the notion of "Shoshin" or beginner's mind... *Heart Sutra, Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Apr 13 2019 Tassajara
Finding Freedom Within Limitations Serial: SF-10800 04/10/2019, Hakusho Ostlund dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the Zen practice of finding freedom within limitations, juxtaposing the concept of freedom as the absence of restraint with the Zen approach of embracing constraints to confront personal habits and karmic... *Practice Period*	Hakusho Ostlund	Apr 10 2019 City Center
Transitions Serial: SF-10849 04/09/2019, ARobin Orden, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk focuses on reflections from a recent practice period at Tassajara, emphasizing the significance of gradual progress in Zen practice as taught by Suzuki Roshi, and the importance of spiritual friendship in Buddhism,... *Practice Period*	ARobin Orden	Apr 09 2019 Tassajara
The Inner Story of Buddha's Birth Serial: SF-10874 04/06/2019, Tenzen David Zimmerman dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the celebration of Shakyamuni Buddha's birthday at the City Center, exploring its significance in the Soto Zen tradition. It elaborates on the historical and symbolic aspects of Buddha's birth, his life's... *Buddha's Birthday*	Tenzen David Zimmerman	Apr 06 2019 City Center
The Unavoidable Perfection of the Universe Serial: SF-10868 04/03/2019, Bryan Clark dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the philosophy of Eihei Dogen within the Soto Zen tradition, emphasizing the concepts of dependent co-arising, which encompasses everyday impermanence and cause and effect, and prajnaparamita, the perfection of... *Wisdom, Dogen*	Bryan Clark	Apr 03 2019 City Center
Hyakujo Sits on the Great Sublime Peak Serial: SF-10862 03/31/2019, Sojun Mel Weitsman, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk elaborates on Case 26 from the "Blue Cliff Record" involving a dialogue between a monk and Master Hyakujo, exploring concepts of Zen practice, such as the use of the "wake-up stick" and the notion of "sitting alone" on a... *Hyakujo, Zazen, Wisdom*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 31 2019 Green Gulch Farm
The Gift of a Box of Darkness Serial: SF-10735 03/30/2019, Nancy Petrin dharma talk at City Center. The talk at the San Francisco Zen Center emphasizes the practice of self-examination and responsibility as central to Buddhist practice. Key themes include accepting and understanding personal karma, the importance of confession... *Karma*	Horin Nancy Petrin	Mar 30 2019 City Center
Daowu Tends the Sick Serial: SF-10836 03/30/2019, Zoketsu Norman Fischer, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the essence of Zen practice and its intertwined nature with life's impermanent and complex condition. The main thesis focuses on the notion that despite life's inherent suffering, as represented by the Buddhist... *Practice Period*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 30 2019 Tassajara
Liu Tiemo Serial: SF-10842 03/29/2019, Kathie Fischer, dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk addresses the challenges and practices of Zen during a Sashin at Tassajara, focusing on the intertwining of the inner and outer experiences, as represented in the verse from Buddha Gosha's "The Path of Purification".... *Koan*	Sokaku Kathie Fischer	Mar 29 2019 Tassajara
Entangled Paths of Zen Wisdom Serial: SF-12338 Talk by Kathie Fischer Liu Tiemo at Tassajara on 2019-03-29 The talk explores the intricate theme of "entanglements" within the context of Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of experiences both internal and external as depicted in Buddha Gosha's "Vasubandhu Magga." It... *Koan, Katagiri Roshi, Buddha Ancestors*	Sokaku Kathie Fischer	Mar 29 2019 Tassajara
This Very Mind Is Buddha Serial: SF-10810 03/28/2019, Zoketsu Norman Fischer, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the Zen kōan "This very mind is Buddha" from the Wumenguan (Mumonkan), considering its implications for understanding mind, Buddha nature, and practice. The discussion emphasizes that recognizing our mind as...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 28 2019 Tassajara
Not Abiding In Clarity Serial: SF-10725 03/27/2019, Kathie Fischer, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk explores the Zen teaching of avoiding "picking and choosing," primarily through the story of the koan involving Zhao Zhou. The speaker examines the ideas of non-attachment, the limitations of clarity, and the importance... *Koan*	Sokaku Kathie Fischer	Mar 27 2019 Tassajara
Seeing My Not Seeing Serial: SF-10763 03/26/2019, Zoketsu Norman Fischer, dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk discusses the significance of receiving Shiho in the Soto Zen tradition, reflecting on personal responsibility as disciples of Buddha. It emphasizes the importance of being one's true self and exploring consciousness... *Practice Period*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 26 2019 Tassajara
Returning Home, Becoming Whole Serial: SF-10732 03/25/2019, Amie Diller, dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk discusses the integration of disparate parts of the self, as illustrated by the koan of Senjo from the "Mumonkan." It emphasizes themes of wholeness and healing through Zen practice, using personal experiences and the...	Amie Diller	Mar 25 2019 Tassajara
Zen Pathways: Transformation Through Reflection Serial: SF-10807 Talk by Christine Burkhart at Tassajara on 2019-03-25 The talk addresses the personal journey and philosophical reflections on Zen practice and personal transformation. It begins with a questioning of early religious beliefs and progresses through a deeper engagement with Zen,... *Suffering*	Christine Burkhart	Mar 25 2019 Tassajara
Waking Up To The Present Moment Serial: SF-10789 03/24/2019, Rinso Ed Sattizahn dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk discusses Zen practice with a focus on Dogen's essay "The Genjo Koan," emphasizing the significance of being present in each moment and recognizing the depth and poignancy in daily life activities. It explores the... *Koan*	Rinso Ed Sattizahn	Mar 24 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Zen Path: Progress Through Community Serial: SF-10876 Talk by Arobin Orden at Tassajara on 2019-03-24 The talk explores the gradual nature of spiritual progress in Zen practice, drawing an analogy with walking through fog, where change happens imperceptibly. Emphasis is placed on the importance of spiritual friendship,... *Practice Period*	ARobin Orden	Mar 24 2019 Tassajara
Just Take The Next Step Serial: SF-10888 03/24/2019, Jean Evans dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk examines the essence of Zen practice and the personal journey of engaging with life and death intimately, drawing on teachings from notable Zen figures and integrating experiences from a retreat focused on end-of-life...	Jean Evans	Mar 24 2019 Tassajara
The Human Instinct To Become Quiet Serial: SF-10738 03/23/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the transformative potential of Zen practice, likening it to the metamorphosis of a caterpillar into a butterfly, and emphasizes the importance of remaining present and open to the continuous flow of life... *Tassajara*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 23 2019 City Center
The Great Intrigue Of This Mystery Serial: SF-10886 03/22/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the intersection of mindfulness, the way-seeking mind, and the fluidity of experience, drawing from Dogen's concept of Uji (being-time) and the Heart Sutra's perspective on Prajnaparamita. It discusses how... *Heart Sutra*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 22 2019 City Center
After This, See On Your Own Serial: SF-10854 03/21/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the interplay between perception and reality, highlighting the Zen practice of embracing all experiences, including failures, for spiritual growth and understanding. Drawing from Seamus Heaney's poem "The...	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 21 2019 City Center
The Dharma of Tardigrades Serial: SF-10882 03/21/2019, Kathie Fischer dharma talk at Tassajara. This talk discusses the resilience and survival strategy of tardigrades, using them as a metaphor for discussing Zen concepts like flexibility and non-attachment. It critiques traditional hierarchies, emphasizing the dynamic... *Community*	Sokaku Kathie Fischer	Mar 21 2019 Tassajara
This Is Your One Mystery Serial: SF-10742 03/20/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the philosophical inquiry into the nature and process of Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of existence and awareness. It delves into the perpetual quest for understanding one's origin and purpose... *Liberation*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 20 2019 City Center
Settling With Sesshin Serial: SF-10825 03/19/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk delves into the concept of "sasheen," emphasizing an experiential understanding of Zen practice beyond intellectual comprehension. It explores themes of initiation, presence, and the interplay of contraction and... *Book of Serenity, Compassion*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 19 2019 City Center
The Spirit Of Shikantaza Serial: SF-10793 03/18/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the essence of Zen practice through Koan Case 32 from the "Book of Serenity," highlighting the challenge of reversing thought to focus on the mind itself rather than external thoughts. The discussion contrasts... *Consciousness, Effort*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Mar 18 2019 City Center
Drinking Tea and Eating Rice Are the Everyday Affairs Serial: SF-10734 03/17/2019, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk at Green Gulch Farm explores the theme of "Buddha activity," emphasizing it as the continual process of freeing beings from deluded self-consciousness to achieve peace and harmony. It discusses the duality between the... *Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 17 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Supporting Each Other To Sit Sesshin Serial: SF-10847 03/17/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller, Sozan Michael McCord dharma talk at City Center. The talk focuses on the challenges and transformations experienced during a Shashin, a week-long Zen meditation retreat, emphasizing the concept of "just this moment" in zazen practice. The teachings revolve around... *Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller, Sozan Michael McCord	Mar 17 2019 City Center
Head-Smashed-In Buffalo Jump Serial: SF-10859 03/16/2019, Onryu Mary Stares dharma talk at City Center. The talk explores the theme of mindful individual action within a collective, drawing on the analogy of the communal hunting practices of First Nations people at Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump in Alberta, Canada. The narrative... *Right Speech*	Onryu Mary Stares	Mar 16 2019 City Center
Love And Power In Relationship Serial: SF-10747 03/09/2019, Shosan Victoria Austin, dharma talk at City Center. The central theme of this talk is the relationship between love and power, explored through the lens of Zen Buddhist teachings. The discussion emphasizes the complexities and nuances of love, particularly in the context of...	Shosan Victoria Austin	Mar 09 2019 City Center
Practice Period Class Serial: SF-10878 03/06/2019, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Tassajara. The talk reflects on the profound experience of monastic life, characterized by its timeless quality and deep roots in ancient traditions. It also explores the balance between maintaining spiritual and traditional values while... *Practice Period*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 06 2019 Tassajara
What Is The Cause Of This Suffering? Serial: SF-10816 03/03/2019, Jiryu Rutschman-Byler dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk mainly explores the applicability and enduring relevance of the Four Noble Truths in the context of personal suffering and misunderstandings with others. The discussion involves recognizing superficial diagnoses of... *Suffering*	Jiryu Rutschman-Byler	Mar 03 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Silence Is The Best Story Serial: SF-10802 03/02/2019, Hoitsu Suzuki dharma talk at City Center. The talk examines the practice of Zazen, emphasizing the importance of silent meditation as the highest form of Dharma teaching, akin to the way Shakyamuni Buddha and Bodhidharma taught. The speaker discusses the concept of... *Zazen*	Hoitsu Suzuki Roshi	Mar 02 2019 City Center
Grandmother Heart Serial: SF-10748 02/24/2019, Eijun Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk outlines the concept of "grandmotherly mind," focusing on kindness and nurturing within the framework of Zen practice. The discussion highlights the teachings of Dogen from the 1200s, emphasizing the importance of fully... *Suzuki Roshi*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 24 2019 Green Gulch Farm
Without Hindrance, There Is No Fear Serial: SF-10749 02/23/2019, Ryushin Paul Haller, dharma talk at City Center. The talk discusses the concept of constructs in Zen practice, highlighting the Heart Sutra's theme of immersion in Prajnaparamita, where the mind without hindrance transcends fear and abides in nirvana. It explores how sacred... *Heart Sutra, Zazen*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Feb 23 2019 City Center
Compassion in the Illusion of Self Serial: SF-12201 Talk by Michael M Ord at City Center on 2019-02-20 The talk addresses the pervasive nature of suffering, likening human misunderstanding and resistance to aid to a bat trapped in tape, exploring themes of empathy and the difficulty of recognizing help. The Heart Sutra serves as a... *Heart Sutra, Bodhisattva*	Sozan Michael McCord	Feb 20 2019 City Center
The Truth of Our Life is Speaking, Sitting and Listening Serial: SF-10848 02/17/2019, Tenshin Reb Anderson, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. The talk explores the concept of practice in Zen Buddhism as synonymous with enlightenment, emphasizing the immediacy of practice as an expression of Buddhahood in daily life. It argues that every action, thought, and word in one... *Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 17 2019 Green Gulch Farm

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