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Path Beyond Destination: Embracing Infinity Serial: SF-00101 The talk explores the central concept of "the way" in Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing its distinction from the goal-oriented perspective of Hinayana. The path is portrayed as a metaphor for continuous, ongoing practice rather than... *Hindrances, Heart Sutra, Mahayana, Zazen, Letting Go, Vimalakirti, Suzuki Roshi, Nirvana,...*	Steve Weintraub	Mar 15 1997
Sunday Lecture Serial: SF-03637 This talk examines the intricate parallels between a Buddhist memorial service and a Bodhisattva initiation ceremony, highlighting the themes of new beginnings and careful ritual practices. An exploration of tradition is offered... *Big Mind, Ceremony, Buddha Mind, Suzuki Roshi, Right Speech, Practice Period, Precepts, Soto...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 09 1997 Green Gulch Farm
No Species Is Only Itself Serial: SF-03103 Sunday Lecture: Tigers are awesome, unchained wildness; species are disappearing; every species exists as an important factor in the world of many other species; for humans, creatures not only of our physical world but also of... The talk explores the interconnectedness of species, emphasizing the importance of tigers as a symbol of wildness and their integral role in ecosystems and human psyche. It references "Dersu Uzala," a book and film illustrating... *Forgiveness, Dream World, Mindfulness, Ego, Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Commitment,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Mar 02 1997 Green Gulch Farm
Bodhisattvas: Pathways to Collective Enlightenment Serial: SF-04350 The talk discusses the role and significance of Bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism, focusing on their attributes and symbolic meanings. It examines how Bodhisattvas like Manjushri, Avalokiteshvara, Jizo, Samantabhadra, and... *Manjushri, Avalokitesvara, Thich Nhat Hanh, Priest*		Mar 01 1997
Recollections of Early Zen Serial: SF-00121 The talk explores the evolution and intersection of Zen Buddhism and American culture post-World War II, highlighting how the transmission of Buddhism from Asia to the West and vice versa has transformed Buddhist practice. It... *Lotus Sutra, Precepts, Priest, Rinzai, Fox, Lay, Lineage, Demons*	Gary Snyder	Feb 08 1997 1 of 3 Green Gulch Farm
Recollections of Early Zen Serial: SF-00122 The talk delves into the unique socio-religious landscape of Japanese Zen Buddhism, focusing on the complexities and controversies surrounding the institution of married priests and the historical shifts that led to this... Ceremony, Priest, Religion, Funeral, Lay Practice, Six Realms, Vinaya, Faith, Demons...	Gary Snyder	Feb 08 1997 2 of 3 Green Gulch Farm
Recollections of Early Zen Serial: SF-00123 The talk examines the complexity and diversity of American Buddhism, emphasizing the coexistence of different cultural influences and the notion that there is no single "correct" form of American Buddhism. It highlights the... Priest, Rinzai, Peace, Ceremony, New Year, Mahayana, Zazen, Diversity, Funeral, Lineage...	Gary Snyder	Feb 08 1997 3 of 3 Green Gulch Farm
Poetry of Enlightenment Serial: SF-00071 Class This discussion revolves around appreciating Zen poetry, particularly the works of Su Dongpo, exploring how poems reflect and enrich the spiritual journey of practice. The analysis emphasizes the interplay of language, perception... Emptiness, Realization, Freedom, Balance, Priest, Bell, Doubt, Emotions, Dragons...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Feb 04 1997 1
Song of Jewel Mirror Samadhi Serial: SF-00072 5:00 class The talk centers on the "Song of Jewel Mirror Samadhi" (Hokyo Zamae), examining the dialectic between the relative and absolute, critical within Soto Zen philosophy. The discussion explores the seamless integration of these... *Buddha Ancestors, Four Noble Truths, Absolute-and-Relative, Emptiness, Samadhi, Concentration...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Feb 04 1997
Journey from Prince to Plum Blossom Serial: SF-03623 Sunday Lecture The talk covers a retelling of Mark Twain's "The Prince and the Pauper," a story where two young boys of different social standings swap lives, learning valuable lessons about compassion, society, and justice. It then transitions... Practice Period, Mindfulness, Precepts, Funeral, Obstacles, Vow, Priest, Freedom...	Eijun Linda Cutts	Feb 02 1997 Green Gulch Farm
Intimacy Serial: SF-02725 Sesshin #1 (Post-it note from Lou "Do you have a tape player? I'd like to check this one more time") The talk explores the theme of intimacy within Zen practice, emphasizing the non-duality and interconnectedness of practitioners as comparable to the relationship between a fish and water. The discussion underscores the teachings... Suzuki Roshi, Intimacy, Ego, Chanting, Anger, Separation, Oneness, Bowing, Tassajara...	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Jan 15 1997 Unknown
On Breath and Breathing Serial: SF-03114 Sunday Lecture - if you pick up one piece of dust, the whole universe comes with it The talk explores the momentum of thought and action, emphasizing mindfulness and the significance of Buddhist teachings in understanding life's patterns. It advocates for mindfulness by recognizing our interconnectedness with... *confusion, Mindfulness, Funeral, Interview, Four Noble Truths, Hindrances, Passions, Emotions...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Jan 12 1997 Green Gulch Farm
Mindfulness Sutra Serial: SF-00069 January PP Class; introduction of Mindfulness Sutra; quotes from Henry David Thoreau and Walt Whitman; Walden and Leaves of Grass. The talk introduces the "Mindfulness Sutra", exploring its foundational role in Buddhist practice and the importance of meticulously paying attention to body and mind. The presentation highlights dimensions of mindfulness through... *Mindfulness, Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Four Noble Truths, Forgiveness, Concentration,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Jan 08 1997 Green Gulch Farm
Willingness To Be With Our Difficulties Serial: SF-01063 The talk explores the importance of confronting personal and collective difficulties, likened to "hairballs," in cultivating wisdom and achieving liberation. The discussion highlights Buddhist teachings on the Middle Way,... *Conversation, Liberation, Suzuki Roshi, Ordination, Zazen, Four Noble Truths, Hate, Right...*	Fu Schroeder	Dec 28 1996 Unknown
On The Dharma Transmission Ceremony Serial: SF-03638 Sunday Lecture The talk delves into the significance of the Dharma Transmission Ceremony, emphasizing that the meaning of the ceremony arises through active participation and sincere effort by all involved. The speaker discusses the essence of... *Transmission, Ceremony, Vow, Intimacy, Tassajara, Teacher-and-Student, Buddha Nature, Six...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Dec 15 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Die Into Who You Are Serial: SF-02711 Rohatsu Sesshin The talk explores the depth of engagement in Rohatsu Sesshin, focusing on the practice of chanting and the embodiment of Zen teachings. It emphasizes the transformative power of communal rituals, such as chanting, as a form of... *Chanting, Suzuki Roshi, Realization, Heart Sutra, Birth-and-Death, Letting Go, Delusion,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Dec 06 1996 Unknown
Be Completely Who You Are Serial: SF-02709B Rohatsu Sesshin The talk focuses on understanding the practice of Shikantaza, emphasizing the importance of being completely oneself without expectations and connecting to the present moment. Through an exploration of breathing practices, it... *Emptiness, Suzuki Roshi, Happiness, Anger, Emotions, Zazen, Ceremony*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Dec 05 1996 Unknown
Just Die On Exhalation Serial: SF-02709A Rohatsu Sesshin "(a keeper)" The talk explores the impermanence of life and the practice of mindfulness through Zen meditation, particularly focusing on the breath. It emphasizes the importance of embracing each moment fully, akin to appreciating a ripe... Emptiness, Birth-and-Death, Letting Go, Composure, Bodhidharma, Impermanence, Posture...	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Dec 04 1996 Unknown
Expound the Dharma with This Body by Letting Life Bloom Through You Serial: SF-02710B Rohatsu Sesshin The talk explores the concept of embodying truth in Zen practice, drawing connections to teachings by Dogen Zenji and references from W.E.B. Yeats, emphasizing the importance of experiencing life directly rather than... *Instruction, Suzuki Roshi, Hate, Zazen*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Dec 03 1996 Unknown
Expounding the Dharma with This Body Serial: SF-02710A Rohatsu Sesshin The talk centers on the theme of expounding the Dharma through the body, inspired by Dogen Zenji’s teachings about embodying these principles physically in the Zen practice. It emphasizes the importance of aligning bodily actions... *Practice Period, Suzuki Roshi, Patience, Gratitude, Observe, Balance, Anger*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Dec 02 1996 Unknown
Sandokai Serial: SF-03106 Sunday Lecture The lecture explores the teachings of the Zen poem "Sandokai," emphasizing the dual concepts of oneness and difference, represented by light and darkness. It parallels walking with the front and back foot, illustrating the... *Manjushri, Samadhi, Oneness, confusion, Darkness-and-Light, Perfect Wisdom, Intimacy,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Dec 01 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Sandokai Class Serial: SF-03176 This talk concludes a series of discussions on "Sandokai," emphasizing its philosophical theme of the Middle Way—a balance between extremes, such as form and emptiness, and religious versus worldly paths. The dialogue explores... *Evil, Religion, Funeral, Tassajara, Discrimination, Suzuki Roshi, Emptiness, Oneness, Practice...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Nov 25 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Sandokai Class Serial: SF-03177 Like forward and backwards steps - phenomenon exist like box and cover joining, principle accords like arrows points meeting The talk delves into the intricate relationship between differentiation and oneness as discussed in the Zen poem "Sandokai." It emphasizes understanding phenomena like differentiation and unity as mutually existent and... *Practice Period, Suzuki Roshi, Discrimination, Transmission, Religion, Absolute-and-Relative,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Nov 19 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Embodied Presence in Zen Practice Serial: EB-00122 This talk explores the role of posture in Zen practice, emphasizing its importance in embodying presence and understanding one's natural state of mind. It draws on the "Fukan Zazenki" by Dogen to highlight the non-attainment... *Posture, Dragons, Balance, Don't Know Mind, War*	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 18 1996
Present Peace: Zen Posture Insights Serial: EB-00121 The talk primarily addresses the challenges of mindfulness and the importance of posture in Zen practice, especially within the Soto Zen school. It highlights the significance of experiencing the present moment without striving... *Posture, Dragons, Balance, Don't Know Mind, War*	Edward Espe Brown	Nov 16 1996
Lessons From the Movie 'Secrets and Lies' Serial: SF-03215 One-day sitting The talk explores the importance of personal experience in validating spiritual teachings, particularly referencing a famous early Buddhist sutra where the Buddha emphasizes individual testing and confirmation of truths over... *Mindfulness, Commitment, Practice Period, Equanimity, Emotions, Letting Go, Posture, confusion...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Nov 16 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Effort - While You're Already Perfect Serial: SF-02761 The talk explores the paradox of effort in Zen practice, framed by the idea of inherent perfection and the necessity of continuous endeavor, as expressed in teachings by Suzuki Roshi and Dogen Zenji. The discussion delves into... *Emptiness, Realization, Suzuki Roshi, Heart Sutra, Precepts, Transmission, Zazen, Right Effort...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Nov 13 1996 Unknown
Sandokai Class Serial: SF-03178 The talk centers on the philosophical teachings in the text "Sandokai," exploring the duality of light and darkness as metaphors for difference and unity. It emphasizes embracing both unity and differentiation without conflating... *Emptiness, Practice Period, Precepts, Karma, Separation, Oneness, Light-and-Darkness, Politics...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Nov 13 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Sandokai Class Serial: SF-03180 The talk delves into the poem "Sandokai," exploring the interplay between differentiation and unity in perception and existence. The concepts of interdependence and independence are examined through the analogy of the sense gates... *Discrimination, Oneness, Darkness-and-Light, Letting Go, Branching Streams, Interdependence,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Nov 05 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Sandokai Class Serial: SF-03181 The talk centers on the interpretation of the poem "Sandokai" by Sekito Ishido, exploring its themes of light and darkness, phenomena and oneness, and the interconnectedness and independence of all things. Various translations... *Oneness, Interdependence, Branching Streams, Light-and-Darkness, Politics, Delusion, Suzuki...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 29 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Which is the Real Shin? Serial: SF-03135 Sunday Lecture - Seeing and understanding desire The talk discusses the nature of desire, examining a Chinese legend to highlight how desire can manifest conflicting impulses and how Zen practice can help navigate such complexities. Through intensive practice like Zazen,... *Ceremony, Forgiveness, Addiction, Practice Period, Demons, confusion, Hate, Bodhisattva...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 27 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Being Open To Life's Process As It Is Serial: SF-03216 One-day sitting The talk explores the analogy between external weather and internal states of mind, emphasizing acceptance and integration of all experiences as part of life's healing process, akin to the teachings of the Great Earth Sutra from... *Concentration, confusion, Intimacy, Ego, Instruction, Posture, Zazen, Greed*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 19 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Including The Unincluded Serial: SF-03136 Sunday Lecture - life, the path as the neverending journey of inclusiom that starts with ourselves where we are now, where we have been and from there just goes deep and deeper, wider and wider endlessly. The lecture discusses the theme of inclusion, particularly focusing on the practice of including the unincluded aspects of life, in both personal and wider contexts, as a path to deeper understanding and spiritual awakening. This... *Forgiveness, Practice Period, Silence, Offering, Anger, Diversity, Ordination, Peace,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 13 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Practicing With Afflictive Emotions Serial: SF-02722 Antidotes - Shantidvea/Dalai Lama/Hui Hai The talk explores the teachings of Shantideva's "A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life," contrasting Tibetan and Zen approaches to the path of enlightenment. The speaker underscores themes of non-duality and relinquishment of... *Forgiveness, Anger, Emotions, Suzuki Roshi, Non-duality, Tassajara, Offering, Conversation,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Oct 09 1996 Unknown
Jewel Mirror Samadhi Class Serial: SF-03187 The main thesis of this session centers on the interpretation of the "Jewel Mirror Samadhi," with particular focus on the symbolic nature of Zen teachings, notably the five ranks and the balance of relative and absolute... Lotus Sutra, Delusion, Observe, Soto Zen, Separation, Forgiveness, Five Ranks, Offering...	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 07 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Jewel Mirror Samadhi Class Serial: SF-03188 This talk explores the intricate relationships within Zen philosophy as described in the "Jewel Mirror Samadhi," particularly focusing on the interplay of relative and absolute aspects through the lens of the Five Ranks from Soto... *Five Ranks, Delusion, Absolute-and-Relative, Attachment, Emptiness, Soto Zen, Right Effort,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Oct 03 1996 Green Gulch Farm
The Eight Stages of Monastic Life Serial: SF-03132 Sunday Lecture - monastic way of wholeness, a sacred way, a sacred place, a clear pace that lives at the bottom of our hearts and is reflected back to us in a religious life. The talk explores the concept of monastic life as an intrinsic path to wholeness, reflecting inner ideals through religious experience and literature. It asserts that monastic ideals, though aspirational, are essential tools for... *Monastic Practice, Lineage, Commitment, Letting Go, Practice Period, Renunciation, Priest-and-...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Sep 29 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Mindful Steps on the Bodhisattva Path Serial: SF-00089 The main thesis of the talk focuses on the exploration of Shantideva's "Bodhisattva Charyavatara" or "A Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life," emphasizing the practice of bodhicitta and the six paramitas (perfections) within... *Gratitude, Practice Period, Study Period, Vow, Birth-and-Death, Bodhisattva Way, Patience,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Sep 28 1996
Jewel Mirror Samadhi Class Serial: SF-03189 The talk explores the concept of "Jewel Mirror Samadhi," emphasizing the non-conceptual nature of enlightenment and self-nature, drawing on Zen teachings and the symbolic use of the jewel mirror. It delves into the relationship... *Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Delusion, Teacher-and-Student, Freedom, Letting Go, Attachment,...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Sep 24 1996 Green Gulch Farm
The Five Skandhas Serial: SF-03634 One-day sitting The talk centers on the exploration of the five skandhas—form, feeling, perception, formations, and consciousness—as presented in the Heart Sutra, to understand the notion of self and its relation to suffering. It discusses how... *Skandhas, Interview, Balance, Heart Sutra, Attachment, Manjushri, Lotus Sutra, Soto Zen,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Sep 21 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Living the Zen of Presence Serial: SF-00050 The talk delves into Dogen's "Genjo Koan," emphasizing the immediacy and presence in Zen practice, illustrating how personal experiences reflect core teachings. It explores the famous five lines of Dogen’s Genjo Koan, which... *Lotus Sutra, Obstacles, Chanting, Realization*	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Sep 14 1996
Awakening Compassion Through Non-Duality Serial: SF-00084 Wednesday talk. The talk revolves around themes of meditation practice, the teachings of Suzuki Roshi, and the practice of tonglen as pathways to cultivate compassion and deal with personal and communal challenges. Central discussions include... *Patience, Suzuki Roshi, Emptiness, Letting Go, confusion, Demons, Absolute-and-Relative,...*	Ane Pema Chödrön	Sep 11 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Jewel Mirror Samadhi Class Serial: SF-03190 The talk provides an introductory exploration of the "Hokyo Zamae" or "Jewel Mirror Samadhi," emphasizing its significance within Soto Zen practice and its thematic interplay between the relative and the absolute. The discussion... *confusion, Four Noble Truths, Soto Zen, Rinzai, Absolute-and-Relative, Five Ranks, Buddha...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Sep 10 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Secret Teachers In Life Who Guide Us Serial: SF-03639 Sunday Lecture The talk explores the concept of "secret teachers" in life, emphasizing how unknown influences shape personal growth, drawing insights primarily from Zen Buddhist perspectives. It highlights the teaching experiences of Shundo... *Gratitude, Precepts, Balance, Priest, Global Warming, Funeral, Anger, Attachment, Passions...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Sep 08 1996 Green Gulch Farm
How To Continue Your Practice After Sesshin Serial: SF-03631 Sunday Lecture - taking our understanding, our effort, into daily life The talk explores how individuals can integrate the insights and efforts from a sesshin, an intensive meditation retreat, into their daily lives. It emphasizes the importance of authenticity and presence over complex learned... *Impermanence, Zazen, Patience, Anger, Daily Life, Hate, Thoroughness, Emotions, Don't...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Aug 25 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Wednesday Lecture Serial: SF-02713 The talk introduces a collection of papers from a recent Monastic Interreligious Dialogue at Gethsemane Monastery, which explores cross-cultural exchanges between Catholic monks and nuns and a diverse group of Buddhists.... *Hsin Hsin Ming, Zazen, Ordination, Practice Period, Obstacles, Mahayana, Anger, Monastic...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Aug 14 1996 Unknown
August Sesshin Serial: SF-02756 The talk emphasizes the importance of embracing the present moment, especially during challenging practices like Sashin, by shedding preoccupations and fully engaging with the task at hand. It reflects on mortality, the... *Realization, Instruction, Impermanence, Funeral, Bowing, Emotions, Offering, First Principle,...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Aug 12 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Making Distinctions Serial: SF-03113 Sunday Lecture The talk explores the Zen principle of making distinctions, noting their complexity and necessity in human perception, while emphasizing the importance of maintaining a balanced perspective. It references Zen teachings to... *Conversation, Suzuki Roshi, Mindfulness, Balance, Letting Go, Hsin Hsin Ming, Lay, Separation...*	Zoketsu Norman Fischer	Aug 11 1996 Green Gulch Farm
Reflections of Innate Enlightenment Serial: EB-00120 The talk begins with reflections on the nature of enlightenment and its perception through teachings in Zen, particularly using Dogen's metaphor of enlightenment as the moon reflected in water. It critiques the common desire for... *Delusion, Buddha Mind, Soto Zen*	Edward Espe Brown	Jul 18 1996
Jukai: Gateway to Spiritual Awakening Serial: SF-02712 The talk focuses on the significant Buddhist ceremony of Jukai, which involves receiving precepts and symbolizes a deep transformation akin to passing through a "dragon gate." The speaker discusses the ceremony's aspects,... *Precepts, Ceremony, Dragons, Vow, Lineage, Repentance, Confession-and-Repentance, Bodhisattva...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Jun 12 1996 Unknown

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