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The Gift of a Broken HeartSerial: SF-10668 2/13/2010, Bernd Bender dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the duality of difference and unity within human experience, with an emphasis on the broken heart as a pathway to understanding and compassion. It is suggested that Zen practice involves embracing the pain of a... Pain, Desire, Samadhi |
Feb 13 2010 City Center |
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The Five Faculties - Cultivating the Capacity for AwarenessSerial: SF-10679 2/10/2010, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the cultivation of inherent human nobility through Zen practice, emphasizing the framework provided by the early Buddhist tradition's "five faculties" and the "seven factors of awakening." These faculties and... Practice, Intention, Time |
Feb 10 2010 City Center |
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Zhaozhou's Oak TreeSerial: SF-10669 2/7/2010, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the Zen story of Zhaozhou’s response to the question about the meaning of Bodhidharma coming from the West with "the oak tree in the courtyard." It emphasizes the profound truth found in ordinary experiences and... Practice, Time, Buddha |
Feb 07 2010 Green Gulch Farm |
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Do Not Doubt the True DragonSerial: SF-10614 2/6/2010, Mark Lancaster dharma talk at City Center.
The talk delves into the significance and symbolism of dragons in both mythology and Buddhist teachings, using a children's story about a dragon and two children to explore themes of fear, curiosity, connection, and the... Time, Work, Desire |
Feb 06 2010 City Center |
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Practice with the Life You HaveSerial: SF-10649 1/31/2010, Jiryu Mark Rutschman-Byler dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk examines the central theme of integrating Zen practice into one's current life situation rather than seeking a different idealized spiritual existence. It critiques the perceived necessity of monastic life for spiritual... Letting Go, Practice, Time |
Jan 31 2010 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Pleasure of GivingSerial: SF-10526 1/30/2010, Jisan Tova Green dharma talk at City Center.
The talk addresses the theme of giving and developing mind states that enhance the act of giving, viewed as central to practicing Zen. It highlights the significance of the Queer Dharma Group at Zen Center and explores the... Practice, Vow, Practice Period |
Jan 30 2010 City Center |
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Remembering Your IntentionSerial: SF-10701 1/27/2010, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on the practice of sila (ethical conduct), emphasizing the importance of intention in Zen practice. It explores how conscious engagement and intentional actions, such as chanting with a single breath, permeate... Intention, Practice, Breath |
Jan 27 2010 City Center |
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Intention, Connection and InsightSerial: SF-10572 1/23/2010, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center.
The talk emphasizes the practice period at the City Center, which incorporates the Buddhist tradition of sila (moral conduct), samadhi (concentration), and panya (wisdom), aiming to foster a deeper connection to everyday life... Practice, Practice Period, Time |
Jan 23 2010 City Center |
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Fire and BeautySerial: SF-10558 1/20/2010, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the Zen practice of accepting reality as it is and aiding its development, illustrated through examples of nature and personal anecdotes, particularly focusing on fire and growth at Tassajara. The discussion... Time, Tassajara, Suzuki Roshi |
Jan 20 2010 City Center |
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Martin Luther King Jr. & Buddhist PracticeSerial: SF-10594 1/16/2010, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the intersection of Buddhist practice and the teachings of Martin Luther King Jr., highlighting the principle of interconnectedness. It argues that living the Buddha way requires not only avoiding harm but... Practice, War, Time |
Jan 16 2010 City Center |
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Zazen: Sitting Down & Getting UpSerial: SF-10578 1/13/2010, Shosan Victoria Austin dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the transformative experience of Zazen and personal rebirth in practice following a life-altering injury. It emphasizes the importance of accepting and understanding karma, the role of intent in recovery, and... Intention, Time, Buddha |
Jan 13 2010 City Center |
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Bodhisattva InitiationSerial: SF-10569 1/9/2010, Michael Wenger dharma talk at City Center.
This talk discusses the significance of a bodhisattva initiation ceremony, describing it as a transformative event that extends one's personal world into a larger realm of interconnectedness with Buddhas and bodhisattvas. It... Precepts, Ceremony, Repentance |
Jan 09 2010 City Center |
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Wild ThingsSerial: SF-10711 1/2/2010, Linda Galijan dharma talk at City Center.
The talk examines the themes of self-reflection and acceptance through the lens of the children's book "Where the Wild Things Are" by Maurice Sendak, juxtaposed with a story of Milarepa. It suggests that like Max and Milarepa,... Suffering, Time, Love |
Jan 02 2010 City Center |
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Roots of CompassionSerial: SF-10130 12/30/2009, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center.
The main thesis of the talk explores the theme of compassion as a fundamental principle at the heart of all religious, ethical, and spiritual traditions. The discussion highlights how this universal compassion is essential in... Compassion, Practice, Suffering |
Dec 30 2009 City Center |
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Zen WomenSerial: SF-10162 12/27/2009, Myoan Grace Schireson dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk delves into the dynamics of Zen practice and its adaptability across different circumstances, emphasizing the significance of integrating practice with day-to-day experiences, relationships, and societal roles. The... Practice, Time, Japan |
Dec 27 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Two Approaches to Realizing the Dharma: Shikantaza and ShikankoanSerial: SF-10240 12/26/2009, Daigaku Rummé dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores themes of holiday practices within Zen communities, alongside broader Zen Buddhist concepts such as koan practice, the duality of Rinzai and Soto schools, and achieving mindfulness beyond dualities like... Koan, Buddha, Practice |
Dec 26 2009 City Center |
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Box of NothingSerial: SF-10310 12/20/2009, Rev. Furyu Schroeder dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the Zen parable of the rhinoceros fan as a metaphor for the mysterious allure and intrinsic lessons of Zen practice, drawing parallels between this attraction and a personal narrative involving an alligator. The... Love, Suffering, Time |
Dec 20 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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AwaySerial: SF-10267 12/19/2009, Joan Amaral dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the interconnectedness of Zen practice with daily life and environmental responsibility. Using the koan "Bai Zhang's Wild Ducks," the discussion highlights the concept of 'away' and its implications on personal... Time, Zazen, Tassajara |
Dec 19 2009 City Center |
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CommunitySerial: SF-10159 12/13/2009, Hozan Alan Senauke dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk focuses on the interconnectedness of Zen practice within a community, emphasizing how enlightenment is not an isolated event but one experienced collectively. The traditional seven factors of enlightenment are explored,... Community, Enlightenment, Mindfulness |
Dec 13 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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Right ViewSerial: SF-10137 12/12/2009, Marc Lesser dharma talk at City Center.
The talk emphasizes the practice of "right view," a concept from the Buddhist Eightfold Path, as a means to transform personal perceptions and reactions to align with deeper spiritual truths. It explores the interconnectedness of... Practice, Love, Time |
Dec 12 2009 City Center |
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Putting Our Hearts on the LineSerial: SF-10295 12/9/2009, Rick Slone dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the themes of spiritual salvation and social justice from both Christian and Buddhist perspectives, particularly through the teachings of Dorothy Day and the Buddhist concept of bodhicitta. It highlights the... Suffering, Vow, Buddha |
Dec 09 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 7Serial: SF-10284 12/5/2009, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center.
The talk focuses on the celebration of Buddha’s Enlightenment and the importance of zazen practice in understanding the mind and attaining inner peace. It explores the habitual nature of thoughts leading to dissatisfaction and... Buddha, Practice, Buddha Nature |
Dec 05 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 6Serial: SF-10209 12/4/2009, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the Bodhisattva's vow, emphasizing its role as an expression of commitment to aid others selflessly. It examines the vow's universal relevance by drawing parallels between Zen practice and various philosophical... Vow, Buddha, Bodhisattva |
Dec 04 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 5Serial: SF-10230 12/3/2009, Joan Amaral dharma talk at City Center.
The talk examines the theme of encountering life's challenges and the internal states they provoke, through the lens of Zen practice and teachings. Central texts like Dogen's "Bendowa" and insights from Shohaku Okamura's... Practice, Dogen, Buddha |
Dec 03 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 4Serial: SF-10269 12/2/2009, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the importance of Zazen practice in realizing the impermanence of life and interconnectedness with others. It emphasizes how mindfulness and embracing the transiency of existence lead to a deeper understanding... Suzuki Roshi, Time, Practice |
Dec 02 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 3Serial: SF-10190 12/1/2009, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the concept of becoming intimately familiar with one's own mind through the practice of zazen during a Sashin. It emphasizes the importance of persistence and faith even when progress feels elusive, drawing on... Practice, Zazen, Time |
Dec 01 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 2Serial: SF-10156 11/30/2009, Anshin Rosalie Curtis dharma talk at City Center.
The talk emphasizes the significance of the second day in a Sashin practice, advocating for persistence and presence, while integrating teachings by Dogen Zenji and Suzuki Roshi. It explores the concept of "non-thinking" in... Practice, Time, Zazen |
Nov 30 2009 City Center |
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Rohatsu Sesshin Day 1Serial: SF-10166 11/29/2009, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses the pursuit of a life aligned with Buddhist teachings, focusing on cultivating awareness, compassion, and refraining from causing harm as central to addressing suffering. It emphasizes the necessity of being... Suffering, Buddha, Pain |
Nov 29 2009 City Center |
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Risking the HeartSerial: SF-10220 11/29/2009, Shinko Rick Slone dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the theme of engaging with the Dharma through personal transformation and social action, questioning the precision of Zen forms, and discussing the paradox of engaging with socially marginalized groups while... Love, Vow, Avalokitesvara |
Nov 29 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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Today is TodaySerial: SF-10280 11/28/2009, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk emphasizes the practice of Zazen during the Rohatsu Seshin, reflecting on the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha's awakening. It discusses the significance of being present in the moment, using Suzuki Roshi's method of... Zazen, Suzuki Roshi, Practice |
Nov 28 2009 City Center |
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The Moon is Always FullSerial: SF-10225 11/25/2009, Joan Amaral dharma talk at City Center.
The talk delves into the Zen text "Sandokai" by Sekito Kisen, exploring its thematic emphasis on the harmony of difference and equality and its implications for Zen practice. The discussion also references the teachings of Suzuki... Time, Suzuki Roshi, Practice Period |
Nov 25 2009 City Center |
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ResilienceSerial: SF-10132 11/22/2009, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk emphasizes the power and necessity of sitting in silent practice to cultivate a resilient mind, drawing attention to the natural world's inherent resilience, and discusses the teachings of Shinryu Suzuki Roshi and... Practice, Work, Suzuki Roshi |
Nov 22 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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You Only Get One MysterySerial: SF-10197 11/21/2009, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center.
The main thesis of the discussion revolves around the exploration of living life fully engaged and present, emphasizing the inherent mystery and the non-linear nature of understanding and integrating Zen teachings into daily life... Happiness, Zazen, Work |
Nov 21 2009 City Center |
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Ten More YearsSerial: SF-10218 11/18/2009, Rinso Ed Sattizahn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk reflects on personal experiences with Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the importance of living fully in the present moment and expressing oneself authentically within Zen practice. The speaker recounts anecdotes to underscore... Suzuki Roshi, Practice, Time |
Nov 18 2009 City Center |
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Bodhisattva PreceptsSerial: SF-10250 11/15/2009, Eijun Linda Ruth Cutts dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores the profound significance of receiving the bodhisattva precepts, emphasizing that these vows are not merely ethical rules but represent the manifestation of enlightenment, shaping actions in the world. The... Precepts, Buddha, Bodhisattva |
Nov 15 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Luncheonette BusinessSerial: SF-10153 11/14/2009, Steve Weintraub dharma talk at City Center.
The talk reflects on the compassionate teachings of Suzuki Roshi and the personal impact experienced from interactions with him, emphasizing the influence of his presence during critical moments like the announcement of his... Suzuki Roshi, Time, Practice |
Nov 14 2009 City Center |
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The Path of CompassionSerial: SF-10288 11/11/2009, Martine Batchelor dharma talk at City Center.
The talk examines the path of compassion as outlined in the Brahmanet Sutra, particularly focusing on the Bodhisattva precepts, which are essential ethical teachings in the Mahayana Buddhist tradition. The discussion highlights... Precepts, Compassion, Time |
Nov 11 2009 City Center |
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Our Practice Is JapaneseSerial: SF-10222 11/8/2009, Zoketsu Norman Fischer dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk examines the Japanese dimension of Zen practice, reflecting on how Japan’s cultural identity integrates external influences like Buddhism, Confucianism, and Western thought, while retaining its intrinsic qualities. The... japanese, Culture, Time |
Nov 08 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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Warm Hearted MirrorSerial: SF-10215 11/7/2009, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on the story of Siddhartha (later Shakyamuni Buddha) and his cousin Devadatta, focusing on themes of kindness and possessiveness exemplified by the story of a swan injured by an arrow. This narrative sets the... Time, Practice, Buddha |
Nov 07 2009 City Center |
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ComposureSerial: SF-10212 11/4/2009, Joan Amaral dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores themes of composure, humility, and the continuous practice of accepting oneself and one's current state as integral to Zen practice. The speaker reflects on personal experiences with illness and leadership, and... Time, Practice Period, Practice |
Nov 04 2009 City Center |
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The Zen of HalloweenSerial: SF-10312 10/31/2009, Ryushin Paul Haller dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the integration and adaptation of Zen practices within cultural contexts, exemplified by the blending of a traditional Japanese Tsujiki ceremony with Halloween themes. This hybrid ceremony becomes an expression... Vow, Practice, Ceremony |
Oct 31 2009 City Center |
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Bravery & CompassionSerial: SF-10142 10/28/2009, Acharya Arawana Hayashi dharma talk at City Center.
The talk primarily focuses on integrating compassion and bravery into everyday life through the lens of Zen and Shambhala Buddhist practices. It emphasizes the role of meditation, Dharma study, and the practice of bodhicitta—... Compassion, Practice, Buddha |
Oct 28 2009 City Center |
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Receiving and Giving NourishmentSerial: SF-10309 10/25/2009, Myogen Steve Stucky dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk focuses on the themes of nourishment, spiritual practice, and confronting fears, particularly through the Sejiki ceremony, which centers on offering nourishment to body, emotions, and spirit. There is a contemplation of... Practice, Offering, Ceremony |
Oct 25 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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Roots of CompassionSerial: SF-10271 10/24/2009, Shokan Jordan Thorn dharma talk at City Center.
The talk centers on the nature of Zen practice, emphasizing the concept of practice as integral to life rather than a separate or special endeavor. Through anecdotal reflections, it is highlighted that real practice is about... Practice, Time, Buddhism |
Oct 24 2009 City Center |
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Four Brahma Viharas and Sharing of Energy for the Awakening of AllSerial: SF-10139 10/21/2009, Dr. A.T. Ariyaratne dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
This talk centers on the integration of Buddhist principles, particularly the Brahma Viharas—loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity—into practical efforts of societal transformation and peace-building,... Work, Meditation, Practice |
Oct 21 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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The Great MatterSerial: SF-10298 10/21/2009, Zenshin Greg Fain dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the themes of life, death, and practice in the Zen tradition, focusing on the impermanence of life and the experiences surrounding death. The discussion includes personal experiences of loss and the profound... Practice, Time, Practice Period |
Oct 21 2009 City Center |
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Jumping Off The 100 Foot PoleSerial: SF-10242 10/14/2009, Zenkei Blanche Hartman dharma talk at City Center.
The talk discusses themes of Zen practice, specifically focusing on the teachings of Suzuki Roshi around effort, presence, and harmony within the Sangha. It emphasizes making one's best effort in each moment, engaging in... Buddha Nature, Buddha, Practice |
Oct 14 2009 City Center |
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This is the Only RealitySerial: SF-10248 10/11/2009, Steve Weintraub dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm.
The talk explores Suzuki Roshi’s teachings on living fully in the present moment, emphasizing self-acceptance and embracing true subjectivity to embody the Buddha nature. It contrasts the futility of striving for future... Buddha, Time, Suzuki Roshi |
Oct 11 2009 Green Gulch Farm |
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Cooking LifeSerial: SF-10299 10/10/2009, Edward Espe Brown dharma talk at City Center.
The talk explores the nature of enlightenment, emphasizing the importance of presence and mindfulness in everyday activities, particularly through the lens of cooking. It challenges the notion of enlightenment as a detached state... Love, Enlightenment, Culture |
Oct 10 2009 City Center |
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Shuso Way-Seeking Mind TalkSerial: SF-10275 10/7/2009, Joan Amaral dharma talk at City Center.
This talk explores personal experiences in seeking the Zen way of life, focusing on themes of suffering, renunciation, and the role of practice in community settings. The discussion reflects on the speaker's journey from feeling... Time, Practice Period, Practice |
Oct 07 2009 City Center |