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Emptiness, ReadinessSerial: SF-07310 6/15/2013, Vicki Austin dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the theme of readiness and emptiness within Zen practice, emphasizing the significance of both vertical and horizontal transmission of teachings. The speaker underscores that each participant's role is central... Practice, Practice Period, Love |
Jun 15 2013 Tassajara |
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The Mind That Wants To Wake UpSerial: SF-07491 6/15/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center.
The talk revolves around the exploration of bodhicitta, the aspiration to awaken, and examines the transient nature of human life as articulated in Rainer Maria Rilke's Ninth Duino Elegy. It stresses the notion of "thusness," a... Time, Practice, Meditation |
Jun 15 2013 City Center |
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Crazy Uncle DogenSerial: SF-07350 6/12/2013, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk primarily explores the concept of non-separation and acceptance of reality as articulated by Dogen, with an emphasis on the idea of "being unstained" by delusional views of how things might be different. The discussion... Time, Wisdom, Dogen |
Jun 12 2013 Tassajara |
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Dharma Companions Take 2Serial: SF-07318 6/9/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
This talk explores the themes of solitude, companionship, and the interconnectedness of all beings in the context of Zen practice. Historical references to Shakyamuni Buddha and Ananda illustrate the importance of Dharma... Practice, Intention, Time |
Jun 09 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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Joyful Mind, Nurturing Mind, Big MindSerial: SF-07390 6/8/2013, Charlie Pokorny dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk discusses Soto Zen teachings by Dogen, particularly as presented in "Instructions to the Cook," with a focus on the "Three Minds": joyful mind, nurturing mind, and big mind. These are not states of consciousness but... Practice, Dogen, Offering |
Jun 08 2013 Tassajara |
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What Is a Good Friend?Serial: SF-07500 6/8/2013, Venerable Dr. Pannavati dharma talk at City Center.
The talk emphasizes the significance of friendship in spiritual practice, drawing from Buddhist teachings. It explores the dynamics of true friendship, warning against superficial connections, and urging self-reflection to align... Time, Buddha, Pain |
Jun 08 2013 City Center |
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There's No Place Like HomeSerial: SF-07354 6/5/2013, Zesho Susan O'Connell, dharma talk at City Center.
This talk discusses the Zen perspective on life, death, and suffering, emphasizing the realization that death is mourned because life is inherently beautiful. It also explores the path of Zen practice, including Zazen, ordination... Dharma Transmission, Vow, Time |
Jun 05 2013 City Center |
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A Guest Season KoanSerial: SF-07359 6/5/2013, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk discusses the teachings of the Zen Master Zhaozhou (also known as Zhao Zhou), with a focus on the koan from the "Blue Cliff Record," case number 52. This koan, involving Zhaozhou's interaction about a stone bridge and... Practice, Time, Tassajara |
Jun 05 2013 Tassajara |
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Home Leaving, Home ComingSerial: SF-07513 6/1/2013, Meg Levie dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk at Tassajara involves reflections on gratitude, home, and impermanence, along with personal anecdotes illustrating these themes. The discussion touches on the evolution of Zen practice, emphasizing the pivotal role of... Time, Practice, Love |
Jun 01 2013 Tassajara |
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Cultivate Beginner's MindSerial: SF-07445 6/1/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the Zen concept of "Beginner's Mind" as emphasized by Suzuki Roshi and its challenges. It stresses the importance of approaching every moment with openness, as reflected in Zen dialogues and teachings by... Practice, Time, Suzuki Roshi |
Jun 01 2013 City Center |
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Shobogenzo Shoji (class three)Serial: SF-07438 5/29/2013, Kokyo Henkel dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature through the metaphor of mirror-like awareness, emphasizing its non-dual, empty awareness that is ever-present and inseparable from the appearances of the conventional world. This... Buddha, Compassion, Buddha Nature |
May 29 2013 Tassajara |
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Shobogenzo Shoji (class two)Serial: SF-07306 5/28/2013, Kokyo Henkel dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the Zen Buddhist concepts of the two truths—conventional truth and ultimate truth—using Dogen's teachings as a framework. The speaker elaborates on how phenomena like a retreat hall illustrate the... Samsara, Buddha, Emptiness |
May 28 2013 Tassajara |
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Shobogenzo Shoji (class one)Serial: SF-07514 5/27/2013, Kokyo Henkel dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk examines the intricate relationship between samsara and nirvana through the lens of Dogen's Shobogenzo, specifically the essay "Shouji," which translates to "birth and death." It delves into the duality of samsara (... Nirvana, Samsara, Emptiness |
May 27 2013 Tassajara |
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The Infinite Compassion Enters RealitySerial: SF-07434 5/26/2013, Linda Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The discussion begins with reflecting on Memorial Day, elaborating on its origins and emotional complexities surrounding war, death, and remembrance, and transitions into a deeper exploration of compassion and interconnectedness... Suffering, Practice, Love |
May 26 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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SatiSerial: SF-07361 5/26/2013, Gil Fronsdal dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk addresses the evolution and understanding of mindfulness (sati) within Buddhist and secular contexts, examining its integration into Western practices and its original meanings in ancient Buddhist texts. A critical... Practice, Mindfulness, Letting Go |
May 26 2013 Tassajara |
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Mindful PracticesSerial: SF-07365 5/25/2013, Rinso Ed Sattizahn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the significance of personal commitment and community support in Zen practice, particularly during practice periods at Zen centers like Tassajara and Green Gulch. Emphasizing the importance of Sangha, or... Practice, Practice Period, Work |
May 25 2013 City Center |
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Evolution of the PreceptsSerial: SF-07518 5/25/2013, Gil Fronsdal dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk examines the evolution and significance of the Zen precepts with a focus on their historical and cultural transformations. It discusses the differences between the traditional precepts and their interpretations in... Precepts, Time, Buddha |
May 25 2013 Tassajara |
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Jukai - Receiving the PreceptsSerial: SF-07302 5/22/2013, Linda Galijan dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk addresses the significance of Jukai, the ceremony of receiving the precepts in Zen Buddhism. Emphasizing practice, experience, and personal realization over mere belief, the discussion explores how Jukai embodies ethical... Practice, Buddha, Precepts |
May 22 2013 Tassajara |
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You're My FriendSerial: SF-07474 5/22/2013, Gib Robinson, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on the theme of "Dharma Friendships" as an integral aspect of Zen practice, starting with a story about Suzuki Roshi's perspective on friendship rooted in shared human suffering. It examines the relational... Suzuki Roshi, Practice, Time |
May 22 2013 City Center |
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Getting Married to OurselvesSerial: SF-07523 05/18/2013, Lee Lipp, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on the idea of embracing self-love and transparency, focusing on the importance of being present and listening to one's body despite illness. The speaker discusses the nature of suffering and the human condition... Practice, Time, Love |
May 18 2013 City Center |
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Awakening CommunitySerial: SF-07408 5/17/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk examines the importance of interconnectedness and community, drawing analogies between the behaviors of bees and humans, and emphasizing the traditional Buddhist concept of "sangha" as an inclusive, interdependent... Community, Time, Sangha |
May 17 2013 Tassajara |
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The Bodhisattva PathSerial: SF-07483 5/15/2013, Do-on Robert Thomas dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk centers on the concept of the Bodhisattva path and its significance in personal transformation and broader societal engagement. It discusses the application of Buddhist teachings, particularly the Bodhisattva path, in... Bodhisattva, Practice, Tassajara |
May 15 2013 Tassajara |
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Our Compassionate MothersSerial: SF-07308 5/12/2013, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk focuses on the themes of motherhood and spiritual practice, emphasizing compassion and self-realization within the framework of Zen and Tibetan Buddhism. The discussion highlights the role of mothers and parental figures... Love, Compassion, Time |
May 12 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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Dharma CompanionsSerial: SF-07320 5/11/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the concept of "dharma companionship" as a supportive relationship in practicing non-thinking and maintaining equanimity, alongside personal reflections and teachings from Dogen Zenji, the Lotus Sutra, and poet... Practice, Time, Buddha |
May 11 2013 City Center |
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Three MindsSerial: SF-07393 5/11/2013, Judith Randall dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk emphasizes the role of the Tenzo, or head cook in a Zen temple, as described in Dogen's "Tenzo Kyokun." The central focus is the practice of the "three minds": magnanimous mind, nurturing mind, and joyful mind, which are... Work, Practice, Zazen |
May 11 2013 Tassajara |
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Everyday Life at TassajaraSerial: SF-07521 5/8/2013, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk emphasizes the concept of "Everyday Activity" in Zen practice, drawing from Dogen’s essay "Ka Jo" and the teachings of Ru Jing and Bai Zhang. It explores how ordinary actions like "having tea and rice" embody the essence... Practice, Buddha, Time |
May 08 2013 Tassajara |
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Zen Body, Mountain BodySerial: SF-07319 5/4/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara.
This talk centers on the themes of Zen practice in connection with nature, the essence of being a "true person," and the integration of body and intention within the Zen tradition. Attention is focused on not controlling or... Time, Buddha, Zazen |
May 04 2013 Tassajara |
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Dharma FriendshipSerial: SF-07406 5/4/2013, Anshin Rosalie Curtis dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the theme of Dharma friendship and practices within the late spring practice period, emphasizing the teachings of Eihei Dogen, particularly the commentary "Only a Buddha and a Buddha." It explores the idea of... Buddha, Practice, Practice Period |
May 04 2013 City Center |
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Lower Your StandardSerial: SF-07467 5/3/2013, Marc Lesser dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk presents Zen teachings through stories and personal anecdotes, focusing on the paradox of holding no fixed standards. A central narrative discusses three brothers on a quest to find an enchanted wood, illustrating themes... Practice, Time, Study |
May 03 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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Our Ideas of Practice and the Roots of PracticeSerial: SF-07364 5/1/2013, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara.
This talk examines the often mismatched expectations and realities of Zen practice, arguing that realization and practice are not confined to preconceived notions but occur beyond conscious thought, as reflected in Dogen's... Practice, Time, Buddha |
May 01 2013 Tassajara |
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Flapping Mind, Still MindSerial: SF-07471 5/1/2013, Tenzen David Zimmerman dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the themes of inner stability, the futility of arguing with life, and returning to silence, using Case 29 from the Mumonkan, known as "The Six Ancestors, Your Mind Moves," as a focal point. The discussion... Suffering, Koan, Zazen |
May 01 2013 City Center |
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Birth of the Buddha, The World Honored OneSerial: SF-07417 4/28/2013, Linda Cutts, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
This talk details the significance of Buddha's birthday celebrations, particularly focusing on the mythic and symbolic aspects of his birth narrative to illustrate broader Zen teachings. The discussion highlights the importance... Buddha, Practice, Ordinary Mind |
Apr 28 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Practice of RestingSerial: SF-07328 4/27/2013, Kiku Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk emphasizes the importance of integrating rest into Zen practice, highlighting how physical well-being is integral to one's life and practice. Drawing from personal experience with a concussion, the discussion explores... Time, Practice, Work |
Apr 27 2013 Tassajara |
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Earthling BodhisattvasSerial: SF-07400 4/27/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center.
This talk explores the interconnectedness of human beings with nature through Zen teachings and various philosophical perspectives. It examines the Zen concept of interdependence using the metaphor of the "oak tree in the... Practice, Buddha, Study |
Apr 27 2013 City Center |
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Grieving, Celebrating, Studying and Protecting the Great EarthSerial: SF-07403 4/21/2013, Tenshin Reb Anderson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk centers on the interconnectedness of humans with the Earth and the importance of imagination in perceiving and honoring this relationship. Drawing from Zen teachings, the discussion emphasizes the role of caregivers of... Work, Study, Time |
Apr 21 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Practice of Aging, the Aging of PracticeSerial: SF-07442 4/20/2013, Jisan Tova Green,Kyosho Valorie Beer dharma talk at City Center.
This talk addresses the dual themes of "The Practice of Aging" and "The Aging of Practice," focusing on how Zen practice evolves with age. It highlights the importance of engaging with aging through beginner's mind, acknowledging... Practice, Time, Buddhism |
Apr 20 2013 City Center |
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Assumptions Bear ViewingSerial: SF-07494 4/18/2013, Leslie James dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the transformative power of the Zen practice at Tassajara in altering perceptions and assumptions, emphasizing the concept of permeable and less rigid views. The discussion includes a story highlighting how... Time, Tassajara, Work |
Apr 18 2013 Tassajara |
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Preliminary PracticesSerial: SF-07427 4/17/2013, Jamie Howell dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the integration of preliminary practices before or alongside Zazen within Mahayana Buddhism. Emphasis is placed on the significance of devotional practices such as prostrations and taking refuge in the three... Practice, Fox, Koan |
Apr 17 2013 City Center |
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Relax with KanzeonSerial: SF-07402 4/15/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the theme of 'compassion without boundaries' and the practice of developing compassion through the teachings of Zen Buddhism. Focusing on the importance of recognizing and exiting personal "ruts," it uses the... Time, Compassion, Buddha |
Apr 15 2013 Tassajara |
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Realistic Complete ViewSerial: SF-07520 4/14/2013, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk at Green Gulch Farm focuses on the philosophical theme of interconnectedness and the expansion of perception in line with Zen teachings, particularly the concept of "right view" as a comprehensive understanding of... Time, Practice, Buddha's Birthday |
Apr 14 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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Staying Home and Attaining the WaySerial: SF-07313 4/13/2013, Linda Galijan dharma talk at City Center.
The talk elaborates on the significance of the Jukai ceremony, emphasizing the integration of lay practitioners into the Buddhist lineage through the receipt of the rakasu and the 16 Bodhisattva precepts. The process of lay... Buddha, Practice, Ceremony |
Apr 13 2013 City Center |
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What Brought Us HereSerial: SF-07369 4/6/2013, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the concept of "Way-Seeking Mind" within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of experiencing life's transient nature to arouse this state of mind, as described by Dogen Zenji and exemplified by personal... Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Practice Period |
Apr 06 2013 Tassajara |
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Bodhidharma's Compassionate EyesSerial: SF-07439 3/31/2013, Linda Cutts, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the significance of Easter and its connections to themes of fertility, renewal, and spiritual practice. It reflects on Bodhidharma, the 28th Indian and first Chinese Zen ancestor, discussing his teachings,... Bodhidharma, Practice, Compassion |
Mar 31 2013 Green Gulch Farm |
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Seamless PracticeSerial: SF-07333 3/30/2013, Zesho Susan O'Connell, dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores how Zen practice aids in making difficult decisions, emphasizing the role of empathy as exemplified by Abraham Lincoln's leadership during the abolition of slavery. It discusses the integration of empathy in Zen... Precepts, Practice, Study |
Mar 30 2013 City Center |
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Sesshin Day 7Serial: SF-07351 3/29/2013, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the essence and function of prajna through Zen teachings, emphasizing the learning process as one of humility and receptivity. It references the ability to let the Dharma flow through and manifest in the world,... Practice, Generosity, Time |
Mar 29 2013 Tassajara |
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Sesshin Day 6Serial: SF-07487 3/29/2013, Kiku Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the theme of interconnectedness and the practice of unlearning the self to embrace a broader, collective identity through Zen practice. It emphasizes the importance of present-moment awareness, stillness, and... Time, Practice, Suffering |
Mar 29 2013 City Center |
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Sesshin Day 5Serial: SF-07522 3/28/2013, Dainin Marsha Angus dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the practice of "sesshin," a Zen retreat focused on aligning the mind and body with the heart of Buddha through stillness and deep introspection. The discussion emphasizes the need for confronting personal... Time, Buddha, Breath |
Mar 28 2013 City Center |
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Sesshin Day 6Serial: SF-07485 3/28/2013, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk explores the concept of "the great death" in Zen practice, referring to the significant transformation one undergoes through deep meditation and shedding of ego and attachments. It delves into the notion of impermanence... Practice, Practice Period, Stillness |
Mar 28 2013 Tassajara |
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Sesshin Day 4Serial: SF-07322 3/27/2013, Kiku Christina Lehnherr dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the theme of solitude within Zen practice, highlighting how individuals experience and embrace aloneness during Sesshin. It emphasizes the importance of embodiment and mental posture, advocating for letting go... Silence, Posture, Love |
Mar 27 2013 City Center |
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Sesshin Day 4Serial: SF-07484 3/26/2013, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at Tassajara.
The talk focuses on the concept of "immersion" in Zen practice, using the metaphor of being "swallowed by a whale," akin to Jonah's biblical narrative. The discussion emphasizes the practice of "Shikantaza," or just sitting, as a... Practice, Consciousness, Time |
Mar 26 2013 Tassajara |