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Fukanzazengi Class Serial: SF-03655 Monday Class The talk is centered on an analysis of the "Fukan Zazengi" by Zen master Dogen, focusing on its instructions for Zazen meditation. The discussion includes the implications of posture, the mental state during meditation, and the... *Concentration, Realization, Suzuki Roshi, Branching Streams, Posture, Zazen, Monkey Mind...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 20 2000 Green Gulch Farm
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-03645 The lecture explores themes of balance and equilibrium, particularly through the lens of Zen Buddhist practices like Zazen and walking meditation. Emphasis is placed on the Fukan Zazengi and Dogen Zenji’s teachings to achieve a... *Posture, Bodhidharma, Daily Life, Skandhas, Ceremony, Separation, Hate*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 20 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-03531 The talk focuses on the practice of the Four Brahmaviharas—loving-kindness (metta), compassion (karuna), sympathetic joy (mudita), and equanimity (upaksha)—as supportive practices in fostering wisdom and compassion, rather than... *Six Realms, Suzuki Roshi, Right Effort, Equanimity, Right Speech, Happiness, Emotions, Buddha...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 15 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Works of Dogen Class Serial: SF-03199 Tuesday Class The talk explores Dogen's writings, particularly focusing on the concept of "dream within a dream" as an expression of liberation and the emptiness required to achieve balance in life. It emphasizes the profoundness of teaching... *Buddha Ancestors, Lotus Sutra, Emptiness, Liberation, Transmission, Bodhidharma, Suzuki Roshi...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 14 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Fukanzazengi Class Serial: SF-03656 Monday Class The talk centers on Dogen's "Fukanzazengi," emphasizing the inherently perfect nature of the Way and the importance of zazen practice as a means to realize this state. Discussion includes practical instructions on zazen posture,... *Realization, Monastic Practice, Posture, Zazen, Don't Know Mind*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 13 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03526 The talk explores concepts of friendship and spiritual torpor, also known as asidya, within both monastic and everyday life. It discusses how spiritual friends, "Kalyāṇa Mitra," and maintaining friendships based on true... *Monastic Practice, Hate, Demons, Conversation, Equanimity, Samsara, Daily Life*...	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 12 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Works of Dogen Class Serial: SF-03198 Tuesday Class The talk centers on Dogen's text from Shobo Genzo, Muchu Setsumo, or "Expounding a Dream Within a Dream," which illustrates the idea that teaching Buddhism is like explaining a dream within the midst of a dream. The discussion... *Delusion, Doubt, Buddha Ancestors, Emptiness, Teacher-and-Student*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 07 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Fukanzazengi Class Serial: SF-03652 Monday Class The talk focuses on the seminal text "Fukanzazengi" and delves into the concept of non-defilement in Zen practice, emphasizing that practice and realization cannot be tainted. Analyzing the teachings of Zen masters across... *Book of Serenity, Realization, Mahayana, Posture, Karma, Emptiness*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 06 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03144 The talk centers on the themes of connection and letting go within familial and larger life contexts, using a wedding ceremony as a metaphor for life’s transitions. It presents the idea that love involves a balance of closeness... *Ceremony, Zazen, Bodhidharma, Interview*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 05 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-03533 The talk primarily reflects on the influence of Zen teachers, particularly Kadagiri Roshi and Maureen Stewart Roshi, and the practice of mindfulness in everyday life, especially regarding the expressions of care and the concept... *Monastic Practice, Impermanence, Right Speech, Demons*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 01 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Works of Dogen Class Serial: SF-03196 Tuesday Class The talk explores the life, teachings, and writings of Dogen, emphasizing the profound nature of daily practice as a manifestation of enlightenment. It outlines a plan to study three fascicles of Dogen’s Shobo Genzo, specifically... *Birth-and-Death, Realization, Suzuki Roshi, Bowing, Soto Zen, Priest, Dharma Transmission...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Feb 29 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Fukanzazengi Class Serial: SF-03517 Monday Class This talk focuses on Dogen's text "Fukan Zazengi," discussing its significance in Zen practice as a meditation manual. Central to the discussion is Dogen's inquiry into why practice is necessary if enlightenment is inherent, as... *Buddha Nature, Realization, Suzuki Roshi, Platform Sutra, Zazen, Bodhidharma, Soto Zen, Hsin...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 28 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Compassion's Embrace: Wisdom Beyond Control Serial: EB-00006 The talk examines the Heart Sutra, focusing on the first line to articulate the intricate relationship between awareness, suffering, and compassion in Zen philosophy. It explores the concepts of wisdom (Prajnaparamita) and how it... *Heart Sutra, Sengai, Chanting, Avalokitesvara*	Edward Espe Brown	Feb 27 2000
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-03646 The talk discusses the concept of "everyday mind" as the path to enlightenment, illustrating this through the koan involving Master Zhaozhou and Nanchuan. The speaker explores how the mundane aspects of daily life, symbolized by... *Realization, Buddha Ancestors, Demons, Practice Period, Heart Sutra, Suzuki Roshi, Chanting,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 26 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-03534 This talk explores the theme of peaceful abiding during a Zen practice period using the metaphor of a "nest." The discussion delves into concepts of mindfulness and the idea that the "very mind is Buddha," highlighting how... *Buddha Mind, Practice Period, Monastic Practice, Ceremony, Ordinary Mind, Nirvana Sutra,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 23 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Fukanzazengi Class Serial: SF-03661 Monday Class The talk introduces a six-week class focusing on Dogen Zenji's "Fukan Zazen-gi," with an emphasis on memorization and understanding of this foundational Zazen text. The discussion includes an exploration of Dogen's life, the... *Realization, Practice Period, Posture, Chanting, Ceremony, Priest, Soto Zen*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 21 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03523 The talk reflects on the transformative power of rituals and ceremonies, discussing the recent transition in leadership at Zen Center. It emphasizes the importance of embracing discomfort and non-attachment in one's practice,... *Practice Period, Delusion, Ceremony, Zazen, Soto Zen, Family Practice*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 20 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Mountain Seat Ceremony Serial: SF-03500 Side A: to intermission; Side B: blank - to tape 2 The talk centers on the ceremonial aspects of the Mountain Seat Ceremony, emphasizing the integration of body and mind in Buddhist practice, devotion to the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha, and reverence for historical figures... *Gratitude*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 13 2000 City Center
Stepping Down Ceremony Serial: SF-03130 "Starts Here" The talk centers on the ceremonial and spiritual themes of transition and continuity within the Zen lineage, particularly through a "Stepping Down Ceremony." This event emphasizes the realization of enlightenment through the... *Blue Cliff Record, Ceremony, Realization, Gratitude, Sangha, Patience, Posture*...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Feb 12 2000 City Center
January Practice Period Class Serial: SF-00936 The talk explores the concept of non-duality in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing how the Diamond Sutra serves as an "anti-story" mechanism that helps cut through the narrative and conceptualizations people usually cling to. It explains... *Heart Sutra, Duality, Non-duality, Four Noble Truths, Six Realms, Liberation, Two Truths,...*	Fu Schroeder	Jan 19 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03143 The talk focuses on the role of emotions in Zen practice and the concept of emptiness, utilizing ceremonies and rituals within the Dharma to convey a sense of connectedness and perfection. It emphasizes how emotions like love... *Emptiness, Practice Period, Heart Sutra, Ceremony, Emotions*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Jan 09 2000 Green Gulch Farm
January Practice Period Serial: SF-01021 The talk introduces the January Practice Period at Green Gulch, focusing on available resources and leaders for participants. Discussion emphasizes collective chanting practice and introduces the Diamond Sutra's role in cutting... *Nirvana, Chanting, Karma, Patience, New Year, Sangha, Dragons*	Fu Schroeder	Jan 08 2000 Green Gulch Farm
Faith as a Journey in Zen Serial: SF-00033 Sunday dharma talk. The talk explores the concept of faith within the context of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the idea that faith, rather than blind belief, involves a conviction born through introspection and practice. This conviction is tied to... Precepts, Karma, Mahayana, Four Noble Truths, New Year, Three Treasures, Doubt, Dragons...	Daigan Lueck	Jan 02 2000
Zen Harmony Through Ferdinand's Path Serial: SF-00064 Sunday dharma talk. The talk explores themes of non-attachment in Zen practice, emphasizing the Middle Way as a path free from the dualities of existence and non-existence. By recounting the story of "Ferdinand the Bull," parallels are drawn to a... *Realization, Practice Period, Nirvana, Hindrances, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 05 1999
Living True: Zen Precepts Unveiled Serial: EB-00153 The talk centers on the principles of Zen Buddhist precepts, specifically how living in accordance with one's true nature naturally aligns with these precepts. It outlines the issues with afflictive emotions such as greed, hate,... *Precepts*	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 28 1999
Embrace Precepts, Live Your Truth Serial: EB-00154 The talk explores the significance and interpretation of precepts in Zen practice, the ceremonial act of jukai or taking precepts, and how the focus should be on expressing one's true nature rather than strict adherence to rules... *Precepts, Ceremony*	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 26 1999
Embrace Presence, Release Control Serial: EB-00155 The talk focuses on the importance of embracing the present moment in Zen practice, without striving for a specific goal or trying to control outcomes. The speaker emphasizes the value of collective practice in a retreat setting... *Yoga*	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 26 1999
Zen Generosity: Beyond Material Giving Serial: EB-00005 The main focus of the talk is the concept of giving and generosity within the context of Zen Buddhism. It explores how giving can be understood beyond material offerings, highlighting simple actions like providing attention,... *Conversation, Buddha's Birthday, Dragons, Don't Know Mind*	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 07 1999
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-01881 The talk explores the theme of perception and projection in understanding reality, drawing parallels to Buddhist teachings. It emphasizes how personal narratives and projections shape our understanding of suffering and the self,... *Conversation, Practice Period, Nirvana, Fasting, Hate*	Fu Schroeder	Oct 06 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-01867 The talk explores the significance of the Sixteen Bodhisattva Precepts as a guiding framework for spiritual practice, likening them to a tether that helps practitioners navigate their inner struggles. It reflects on the interplay... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Renunciation, Non-duality, Bowing, Continuous Practice, Sangha...*	Fu Schroeder	Sep 26 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-01872 Duplicate The talk delves into the significance of the sixteen bodhisattva precepts, treating them as essential guidelines for navigating relationships between Buddhas and humans, likening them to the map used in a spiritual journey akin... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Renunciation, Non-duality, Continuous Practice, Sangha,...*	Fu Schroeder	Sep 26 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Skillful Paths to Collective Awakening Serial: SF-04333 This talk explores the concept of skillful means in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of recognizing our individuality in the journey towards awakening, or Buddha nature. It uses the Lotus Sutra’s parable of the burning house... *Lotus Sutra, Nirvana, Ordinary Mind, Tassajara, First Principle*		Sep 19 1999
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-01870 This lecture delves into the practice of mindful eating and contemplation, urging participants to attentively reflect on the sustenance they receive. Through personal anecdotes relating to the labor behind food production and the... *Lotus Sutra, Bodhidharma, Liberation, Tassajara, Happiness, Gratitude*	Fu Schroeder	Sep 18 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Trust in the Universal Sangha Serial: EB-00152 The talk explores the concept of "Sangha" in the context of Zen practice and its evolution from a traditional Buddhist monastic community to a broader supportive collective. There is an emphasis on extending the idea of community... *Sangha*	Edward Espe Brown	Sep 05 1999
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03139 The talk engages with Case 81 from the Blue Cliff Record, "Yao Shan's Shooting the Elk of Elks," exploring the interplay between Zen teaching's abstract nature and its practical application through the story of Yao Shan and his... Practice Period, Suzuki Roshi, Birth-and-Death, Teacher-and-Student, Mill Valley...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Aug 29 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Stretching Into Life's Impermanence Serial: EB-00146 The talk addresses the struggle with impermanence and the concept of "stretching" both in physical and metaphorical terms. A central theme is embracing life's challenges and changes as an opportunity for growth, akin to Suzuki... *Big Mind, Daily Life, Okesa, War*	Edward Espe Brown	Aug 11 1999
Intensive Class Serial: SF-02757 The talk explores the concept of "fully engaging body and mind" in the practice of chanting, focusing on the Genjo Koan's ideas about actualizing the fundamental point and the dynamic nature of engagement. The discussion includes... Realization, Intimacy, Delusion, Chanting, Soto Zen, Separation, Don't Know Mind...	Ryushin Paul Haller	Aug 09 1999 City Center
Zen Paths: Persevere and Empower Serial: EB-00144 This talk focuses on the themes of perseverance, direct experience, and personal empowerment within the context of Zen practice, drawing connections between these concepts and broader life experiences. Inspired by a New Yorker... *Ego, Way-Seeking Mind, Tenzo, Hate*	Edward Espe Brown	Aug 04 1999
Embrace Uncertainty With Courage Serial: EB-00145 The talk emphasizes the importance of perseverance and taking action even in the face of uncertainty and self-doubt, drawing parallels between the advice of Ernest Hemingway and teachings in Zen philosophy, particularly those of... *Ego, Way-Seeking Mind, Tenzo, Hate*	Edward Espe Brown	Aug 04 1999
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-01871 The talk explores the Zen principle of non-separation, emphasizing that true Buddha’s practice entails unity with the universe and all beings. This is underscored by personal reflection on missed connections and the realization... *Study Period, Birth-and-Death, Book of Serenity, Mill Valley, Buddha Mind, Heart Sutra,...*	Fu Schroeder	Aug 04 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Zen Pathways to Everyday Enlightenment Serial: EB-00143 The talk explores the theme of experiencing life directly and sincerely, emphasizing the teachings of Zen. It discusses how every element of life, even mundane tasks like cooking, can lead to enlightenment if approached with... *Hate, Ordinary Mind, Practice Period, Rumi*	Edward Espe Brown	Aug 02 1999
Unveiling Oneness: Embracing Infinite Connection Serial: SF-00048 The talk explores the illusion of control and the nature of self in relation to the universe, suggesting that the perception of individuality creates separation and suffering. Emphasizing non-duality, it discusses how letting go... *Concentration, Realization, Happiness, Separation, Emotions, Non-duality*	Teah Strozer	Jul 24 1999
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-03647 The talk focuses on the themes of mindfulness, practice enlightenment, and the role of patience and friendliness within Zen Buddhism. The speaker also dedicates the session to the recovery of Lou Richmond, a significant figure in... *Buddha Nature, Suzuki Roshi, Zazen, Ceremony, Non-duality, Equanimity, Six Realms, Bowing,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Jul 17 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03140 The talk explores the significance of the Declaration of Independence and parallels it with Buddhist beliefs in fundamental equality and the right to life, liberty, and happiness, positing that these principles align with the... Right Speech, Precepts, Happiness, Buddha Nature, Conversation, Priest, Sanctuary...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Jul 04 1999 Green Gulch Farm
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-01879 The talk explores the theme of immobility in meditation, inspired by the determination of the historic Buddha during his enlightenment under the Bodhi tree. This concept of "not moving" transcends physical stillness to embody a... *Liberation, Four Noble Truths, Dragons, Causation, Realization, Birth-and-Death, Suzuki Roshi...*	Fu Schroeder	Jun 26 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Father's Day Serial: SF-03233 Sunday Lecture The lecture examines Case 75, "Ukyu's Unfair Blows," from the Blue Cliff Record, a text central to Zen Buddhism. The focus is on the interplay between the ordinary and the transcendent, and how Zen practices embody these... *Teacher-and-Student, Suzuki Roshi, Samsara, Intimacy, Daily Life, Giving-and-Taking, Manjushri...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Jun 20 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Embrace Impermanence Through Zen Time Serial: SF-04459 The discussion explores the concept of time through Zen philosophy, examining its fluid and impermanent nature which is central to Buddhist teachings. The interconnection between time, suffering, and impermanence is highlighted,... *Impermanence, New Year, Forgiveness*		Jun 16 1999
Embrace Impermanence, Transcend Suffering Serial: EB-00142 The talk centers on the Zen Buddhist perspective of pain and suffering, emphasizing that while pain is unavoidable, suffering is a choice stemming from judgments of good and bad. The discussion highlights the practice of... *Posture, Shikantaza, Dragons, Emptiness*	Edward Espe Brown	Jun 09 1999
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03653 The talk explores the concept of truthfulness and self-deception within daily life and spiritual practice, analyzing how these concepts intersect with personal transitions and Zen precepts. It emphasizes the importance of... *Precepts, Birth-and-Death, Dharma Transmission, Impermanence, Posture, Ceremony, Delusion,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	May 16 1999 Green Gulch Farm
One-day Sitting Lecture Serial: SF-03518 This talk explores the nature of transitions in human life and spiritual practice, emphasizing the inherent impermanence of existence and the interconnectedness of all beings. By reflecting on life events such as birth, death,... Renunciation, Ceremony, Priest, Impermanence, Birth-and-Death, Bodhidharma, Two Truths...	Eijun Linda Cutts	May 15 1999 Green Gulch Farm

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