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Title	Speaker	Date
Embracing Liberation Through Zen Robes Serial: KR-00234 The talk discusses the significance of the Okesa, or Buddhist robe, in Zen practice, as explained by Dogen Zenji in the Shobo Genzo, specifically in the chapter "Kesa Kudoku no Maki" (Volume of the Merit of Kesa). It emphasizes... *Mahayana, Happiness, Buddha Nature, Discrimination, Culture, Anger, Building*...	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 16 1970
Without Any Idea of Attainment Serial: SR-00061 Sandokai Lecture VIII Wednesday, June 17, 1970 Tassajara [The following lines of the Sandokai are discussed in this lecture: Line 21 Manako wa iro, mimi wa onjo, Line 22 hana wa ka, shita wa kanso. Line 23 Shikamo ichi-ichi no ho... The talk focuses on the lines of the "Sandokai" by Sekito Kisen, particularly addressing the notion of independence and interdependence within Zen Buddhism. The discussion highlights how each sensory experience is interconnected... Branching Streams, Sandokai, Precepts, Subject-and-Object, reality, Oneness, Monks, Observe,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 17 1970 Tassajara
Within Light There Is Utter Darkness Serial: SR-00052 Sandokai Lecture IX Saturday, June 20, 1970 Tassajara [The following lines of the Sandokai are discussed in this lecture: Line 27 Meichu ni atatte an ari, Line 28 anso wo motte o koto nakare. Line 29 Anchuniatattemeiari, Line 30... The lecture analyzes lines 27 to 30 of the Sandokai, reflecting on the duality and unity of brightness (mei) and darkness (an) and their interdependence. It emphasizes the necessity of understanding both relative and absolute... Branching Streams, Sandokai, Suffering, Truth, Diversity, sitting, Duality, Transmission,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 20 1970 Tassajara
The Willow Tree Cannot Be Broken Serial: SR-00220 SANDOKAI LECTURE X Thursday, June 25, 1970 Tassajara [This lecture is concerned with the following lines of the Sandokai: Meian ono-ono aitaishite, hisuru ni zengo no ayumi no gotoshi. (Transliteration by Kazuaki Tanahashi... The lecture explores the theme of interdependency versus independency within the framework of Zen philosophy, particularly through the analogy of walking that symbolizes the balance between opposing forces such as strength and... Branching Streams, Sandokai, Precepts, reality, War, Interdependence, Observe, Oneness,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 25 1970 Tassajara
Suffering Is A Valuable Thing Serial: SR-00218 Sandokai Lecture XI Saturday, June 27, 1970 Tassajara [The following lines of the Sandokai are discussed in this lecture: Line 33 Bammotsu onozukara ko ari, Line 34 masani yo to sho to wo iu beshi. Line 35 Ji sonsure ba kangai... The lecture examines an essential passage from the Sandokai, exploring the concept that all beings possess intrinsic virtue (ko) and the relationship between phenomena (ji) and underlying principles (ri), emphasizing the... Branching Streams, Sandokai, Suffering, difficulty, Community, Emptiness, Pain, Freedom, Death...	Suzuki Roshi	Jun 27 1970 Tassajara
Pathways to Zen Enlightenment Serial: KR-00235 The talk discusses the philosophy and teachings of Tōzan Zen master and Dōgen Zenji, focusing on the evasive nature of self and the mind, and the importance of practice in Buddhist life. It elaborates on a monk's journey towards... *Meditation, Chanting, Ceremony, lecture*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 29 1970
We Should Not Stick to Words or Rules Too Much Serial: SR-00222 Sandokai Lecture XII: “It Is Not Always So” Saturday, July 4, 1970 Tassajara [This lecture is concerned with the following lines of the Sandokai: Koto wo uke te wa subekaraku shu wo esu beshi. Mizukara kiku wo rissuru koto nakare... This lecture delves into specific lines of the "Sandokai," emphasizing the importance of not clinging strictly to words or established rules but instead understanding the core teaching beyond linguistic expressions. The... Branching Streams, Sandokai, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Lay, Peace, confusion, lecture,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 04 1970 Tassajara
Swimming Freely in Compassion's Vastness Serial: KR-00196 The talk emphasizes the concept of non-duality and understanding one's own nature as exemplified in Zen teachings, particularly through the critique of the story involving Joshu's action with a cat. Dogen's stance is cited,... *Discrimination, Compassion, Meditation, Pain, Delusion*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 05 1970
Do Not Pass Your Days and Nights in Vain Serial: SR-00221 Sandokai Lecture XIII: “Don't Spend Your Time in Vain” Monday, July 6, 1970 Tassajara [This lecture is concerned with the following lines of the Sandokai: Ayumi wo susumure ba gonnon ni arazu, mayote senga no ko wo hedatsu.... The lecture explores the theme of practicing Zen without attachment to the concepts of achievement or failure, as illustrated by verses from the "Sandokai." The discussion emphasizes that true practice involves living in the... Branching Streams, Sandokai, Sixth Patriarch, Dogen, difficulty, sitting, zen, reality,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 06 1970 Tassajara
Integrating Buddha Nature Through Practice Serial: KR-00307 The talk emphasizes the importance of integrating and embodying the Buddha nature inherent in all sentient beings through consistent practice. It discusses understanding and overcoming three hindrances—mental obstacles preventing... *Obstacles, Hindrances, Buddha Nature, Consciousness, Ego, Delusion, Religion, Mindfulness,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 06 1970
Mind's Path to Liberation Serial: KR-00236 The talk explores the "Merit Virtue of Buddhist Law" as described by Dogen Zenji in the "Shobo Genzo," focusing on the chapter "Kesa Kudoku no Maki." It highlights the Shinchi Kangyo Sutra's teaching on the mind's symbolic... *Attachment, Buddha Nature, Observe, Liberation, Sanctuary, Building, Precepts, Emotions,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 07 1970
Navigating Mind Realms Through Zazen Serial: KR-00237 This talk explores the concept of the "five destinations" – health, hungry ghost, animal, human, and heavenly beings – describing their unique dispositions and states of mind, and how one’s mental state navigates these realms,... *Observe*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 07 1970
Ekō Lecture 1 Serial: SR-00225 The First Morning EkoWednesday, July 8, 1970Tassajara [This is the first in a series of six lectures by Suzuki on the four ekos chanted at the conclusion of morning services at San Francisco Zen Center and other Soto Zen temples... This talk explores the practice of chanting ekos at Zen temples, emphasizing its significance in expressing gratitude to figures such as Shakyamuni Buddha, Bodhidharma, and Dogen Zenji. It delves into Dogen's journey to China,... Eko, Dogen, Manjushri, Transmission, Chanting, Monks, Wisdom, Precepts, American, Sutra,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 08 1970 Tassajara
Ekō Lecture 2 Serial: SR-00229 The Second Morning Eko, Part 1 of 3Friday Evening, July 10, 1970Tassajara [This is the second in a series of six lectures by Suzuki on the four ekos chanted at the conclusion of morning services at San Francisco Zen Center and... The talk delves into the nuances of the second morning dedication (eko) chanted at Zen temples, emphasizing the importance of integrating Mahayana and Hinayana practices despite historical distinctions. The discussion covers the... Eko, Chanting, Chanting, Anger, Buddha Nature, Mahayana, heart, Karma, Meditation, Doubt,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 10 1970 Tassajara
Ekō Lecture 3 Serial: SR-00228 The Second Morning Eko, Part 2 of 3Friday Evening, July 11, 1970Tassajara [This is the third in a series of six lectures by Suzuki on the four ekos chanted at the conclusion of morning services at San Francisco Zen Center and... The talk focuses on the Buddha's teachings regarding supernatural powers, specifically the concept of the "sanmyo rokutsu" or the Three Insights and Six Universal Powers, elucidating how they relate to both spiritual practice and... Eko, Chanting, Concentration, Karma, Attachment, Mindfulness, Hindrances, Pain, Death, Anger,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 11 1970 Tassajara
Supported from Within Serial: SR-00191 Ekō Lecture 4The Second Morning Eko, Part 3 of 3Sunday, July 12, 1970Tassajara [This is the fourth in a series of six lectures by Suzuki on the four ekos chanted at the conclusion of morning services at San Francisco Zen Center... The lecture covers the interpretation and practice involved in the recitation of the second morning Eko, highlighting the dedication to arhats and wisdom figures celebrated in Buddhist tradition. The discussion centers on the... Eko, Chanting, Priest, New Year, Wisdom, Suffering, Building, Observe, confusion, Pain,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 12 1970 Tassajara
Ekō Lecture 5 Serial: SR-00231 The Third Morning EkoMonday, July 13, 1970Tassajara [This is the fifth in a series of six lectures by Suzuki on the four ekos chanted at the conclusion of morning services at San Francisco Zen Center and other Soto Zen temples... This talk elaborates on the third eko chanted in Zen morning services, focusing on the importance of transmission and dedication to the patriarchs of Zen. The discussion emphasizes the perpetual nature of Buddha's spirit, the... Eko, Chanting, Buddha Ancestors, Transmission, Building, Bodhidharma, Sutra, Hindrances,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 13 1970 Tassajara
Rooted Minds: Zen's Path to Unity Serial: KR-00197 The talk focuses on understanding the concept of "Shinchi" or "mental ground" within the context of Buddhist practice. It emphasizes the idea that the mind is fundamentally interconnected with the earth and everything that... *Observe, Sangha, causation, Bowing, Obstacles, Hindrances, Ceremony, Religion, Meditation...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 14 1970
Embrace Presence Through Zen Practice Serial: KR-00198 The talk explores the principle of living life moment by moment, reflecting on the concept of "new life" based on transiency and causation, using Zen Buddhism as the framework. It emphasizes the necessity of embodying one's own... *Obstacles, Buddha Nature, Hate, Hindrances, causation, Enemies, Observe, confusion, difficulty...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 14 1970
Ekō Lecture 6 Serial: SR-00230 The Fourth Morning EkoWednesday, July 15, 1970Tassajara [This is the last in a series of six lectures by Suzuki on the four ekos chanted at the conclusion of morning services at San Francisco Zen Center and other Soto Zen temples... This talk focuses on the Fourth Morning Eko and its dedication to deceased monks, ancestors of students, and benefactors of temples, emphasizing the traditional practice of chanting for the deceased. It explores historical roots... Eko, Chanting, Monks, Priest, Offering, Buddha Nature, Wisdom, Observe, Separation, Sangha,...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 15 1970 Tassajara
Japanese Way, American Way, Buddhist Way Serial: SR-00270 The talk explores the concept of "enlightenment over enlightenment" as described by Dogen Zenji, emphasizing the idea of forgetting enlightenment and living naturally without attachment to Buddhist identity or practice. This... *Dogen, American, Freedom, Culture, Doubt, Interview, Demons, training, Building, Pain...*	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 19 1970 City Center
Crafting Tradition: Personalizing Buddhist Practice Serial: KR-00171 The talk explores the significance of creating Buddhist law and tradition through personal practice and understanding, with a focus on the teachings of Dogen Zenji. The discussion emphasizes the importance of internalizing and... Religion, Ordination, Chanting, Balance, Beginners, Lay, Community, realization, Pain...	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 25 1970
How To Understand Rituals And Precepts Serial: SR-00063 Zazen, Rituals And Precepts Cannot Be SeparatedSunday Evening, July 26, 1970San Francisco The talk explores the intricate relationship between zazen, rituals, and precepts, underlining that these practices cannot be isolated within Zen Buddhist practice. The discussion emphasizes that rituals and precepts serve as... Precepts, Precepts, Gratitude, Priest, Ceremony, American, Silence, Intention, Evil, training...	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 26 1970 City Center
Mudra Practice and How to Accept Instructions from Various Teachers Serial: SR-00269 The talk discusses the practice of zazen, particularly focusing on the importance of understanding one's practice amidst various instructions from different teachers. It highlights the significance of the mudra in practice, as... Tatsugami, Yoshida, Beginners, Posture, Instruction, difficulty	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 26 1970 City Center
Embracing Formless Zen Insight Serial: KR-00170 The talk discusses the conception of form and its relationship with space, emphasizing the profound meaning of formlessness in Zen practice. It explains that form, in its essence, is not a static entity but is dynamically related... *Repentance, Building, Liberation, Balance, American, Oneness, Obstacles, Chanting, Ceremony...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 30 1970
Harmonizing Mind Through Natural Presence Serial: KR-00299 The talk focuses on the concept of "control" in the practice of Zazen, specifically through body, breath, and mind, emphasizing the importance of alignment with the natural state rather than exerting force or control. The... *Bell, Breath, Buddha Nature, Posture, lecture, American, Instruction, Building*...	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 30 1970
Open Your Intuition Serial: SF-05587B Sesshin MeetingFriday, July 31, 1970San Francisco The talk emphasizes the importance of silence and observation during sesshin to cultivate intuition and true self-awareness. Participants are encouraged to maintain silence, avoid reading, and follow specific practices like... Sesshin, Intuition, Instruction, Beginners	Suzuki Roshi	Jul 31 1970 City Center
Observation of Precepts and Practice of Zazen is Same Thing Serial: SF-06049 Sesshin Lecture No. 1 Saturday, August 1, 1970 San Francisco The talk explores the essential unity between the observation of precepts and the practice of zazen, emphasizing that both are inherent to one's true nature, much like rules inherently exist whenever something exists. The... Sesshin, Precepts, Precepts, Doubt, Buddha Nature, Faith, Ceremony, Ordination, Lay, Religion...	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 01 1970 City Center
Universal Buddha Nature in All Beings Serial: KR-00306 This talk delves into the concept of Buddha nature, emphasizing that all sentient beings, including plants, possess the mind or Buddha nature. Key discussions focus on the principle of "mind-only" derived from Dogen Zenji's "... *Emotions, Mindfulness, Observe, Anger, Buddha Nature, Patience, lecture, Obstacles, Hindrances...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 01 1970
Walk like an Elephant and Sitting like a Frog Serial: SR-00066 True Practice As Expression Of Buddha-NatureSesshin Lecture No. 2Sunday, August 2, 1970San Francisco The talk explores the essence of true Zen practice as the expression of Buddha-nature through the practice of zazen, emphasizing its importance as the fundamental entrance to the Buddhist path, as articulated by Dogen Zenji. The... *Sesshin, Sengai, Buddha Nature, Family Practice, War, Bodhidharma, Zazen, Monks...*	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 02 1970 City Center
Zazen Practice and Listen to the Right Teacher Serial: SF-05631 ===== Awakening the Archive - Tape #24, by Shundo David Haye ===== In the last years of Suzuki Roshi's life, very few talks were lost from the collections. The previously available recording for this date was incomplete - it... The talk centers on the importance of right practice and the role of a teacher in Zen practice, especially regarding the understanding and observance of the bodhisattva precepts. Emphasis is placed on the necessity of a steadfast... Sesshin, Dogen, Bodhidharma, Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Observe, Precepts, Faith,...	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 03 1970 City Center
Our Practice is Expression of Our True Buddha-mind Serial: SR-00067 Sesshin Lecture, No. 4 Tuesday Evening, August 4, 1970 San Francisco The talk centers on the non-duality of practice and enlightenment in Zen, emphasizing Dogen Zenji's teachings on the continuous expression of the true Buddha-mind through zazen and precept observation. It argues that the... Sesshin, Precepts, Beginner’s Mind, Precepts, Buddha Mind, Discrimination, Sutra, Suffering,...	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 04 1970 City Center
Priest Ordination Ceremony: Paul Discoe and Reb Anderson Serial: SR-00069A Reprocessed version may allow for clarification of transcript. The talk centers on the ordination ceremony of Paul Discoe and Reb Anderson, articulating the significance of this rite as a transmission of Buddha's teachings, lineage, and the acceptance of bodhisattva precepts. It emphasizes... Priest, Ceremony, Precepts, Don't Know Mind, Delusion, Greed, Interview, Gratitude, Karma...	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 09 1970 City Center
To Be Honest And Sincere In Its True Sense It Is Necessary to Push Yourself Into Some Very Strong Hard Rule Serial: SF-06121B Sunday, August 16, 1970San Francisco [This is the second of two lectures with this date. This lecture began mid-way on Side A of the original tape after a prior lecture ended. This lecture appears to be complete.] Newly processed... The talk explores the necessity of embracing strict practice to realize one's true nature, drawing on Zen teachings to emphasize adjusting to nature rather than conquering it. The practice of Zen, including rituals like oryoki... *Faith, Hate, Doubt*	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 16 1970 B City Center
Zen Alchemy: Embracing Practice's Magic Serial: KR-00300 The talk explores the concept of existence and practice within Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of perceiving life beyond mere results, akin to "magic," where true understanding emerges from ongoing practice and attentiveness... *training, Monastic Practice, Building, Chanting, Oneness, Silence, Discrimination, Suffering,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 16 1970
Embracing the Absolute Self Serial: KR-00304 The talk emphasizes the core Zen practice of becoming oneself, highlighting the challenge of understanding the self as it is, beyond concepts of misery or beauty. This is articulated through the concept of the "Absolute," where... *Discrimination, Religion, Patience, Enthusiasm, Chanting, difficulty, Suffering, American...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 18 1970
Lay Ordination Ceremony Serial: SR-00069B ===== Awakening the Archive - Tape #25, by Shundo David Haye ===== This tape, which is unfortunately very poorly recorded, gives us a sense of the lay ordination ceremony that took place at City Center in August 1970. During the... The talk centers on the lay ordination ceremony conducted in August 1970, highlighting the significance of lay ordination in aligning with the bodhisattva way, which emphasizes compassion and adaptability in aiding others. It... Precepts, Ceremony, Commitment	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 23 1970 City Center
When Someone Receives Transmission Serial: SR-00071 Tuesday, August 25, 1970San Francisco The talk addresses the significance of transmission in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of foundational teachings and how they should be translated and transmitted accurately to ensure a clear understanding of Zen... *Transmission, Priest, Buddha Nature, Culture, Forms, American, Death, Truth*	Suzuki Roshi	Aug 25 1970 City Center
Zen Harmony: Beyond Rituals Serial: KR-00308 The talk examines the relationship and teachings between Dogen Zenji and his master, Nyojo Zenji, emphasizing the concept of "kanno doko" or responsive intercommunication, which transcends traditional religious connections. It... Ceremony, Chanting, Buddha Nature, Posture, Lay, Bowing, Oneness, Culture, Emotions...	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 13 1970
Zazen Harmony Through Emptiness Serial: KR-00309 The lecture explores the concept of "Buddhist love" through the lens of emptiness and interconnectedness, emphasizing the practice of Zazen as a means to experience a responsive rapport with the truth and one's Buddha nature. It... lecture, Posture, Hate, Bowing, Mahayana, Ceremony, Religion, realization, Pain...	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 15 1970
Embracing Life's Direct Experience Serial: KR-00172 The talk explores the concept of "great reality" or "Adarsha Jnana," a wisdom beyond intellectual understanding, urging direct engagement with life’s phenomena rather than focusing solely on results. It emphasizes that practices... Intuition, resistance, Posture, Building, Patience, Intention, Culture, Delusion...	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 20 1970
Kashaya: Trust and Existence Unveiled Serial: KR-00173 The talk focuses on the concept of the Kashaya robe and its symbolic role in manifesting the spirit of priest life. It highlights the juxtaposition between the complexity of priestly teachings and the efforts of laypeople to... Fasting, Chanting, Vow, Precepts, difficulty, Hate, Separation, Culture, Lay, Ceremony...	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 22 1970
Roots of Zen: Unraveling Delusions Serial: KR-00174 The talk explores the intricate view of Zen practice in addressing both emotional and intellectual delusions, likening these challenges to cutting the roots of a lotus. The discussion progresses through the five wrong views,... *Birth-and-Death, Vow, Silence, Fasting, Anger, Lay, Community, Delusion, Religion, Compassion...*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 27 1970
Zen: Path to Inner Assurance Serial: KR-00222 The main thesis of this talk revolves around the understanding and practice of "Anjin," a state of religious security and assurance of one's existence, particularly through Sesshin, a strict period of Zazen. The speaker... Patience, Delusion, lecture, American, Breath, Anger, Emotions, Building, Ego, Silence...	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 03 1970
Embracing Life's Dance with Acceptance Serial: KR-00220 The talk delves into the concept of "willing acceptance" within the framework of Buddhist patience, specifically exploring the teachings of Anutpática Dhammakshanti, which represents ultimate acceptance beyond birth and... *Patience, Silence, difficulty, Pain, Meditation, lecture, Interdependence, Funeral, Enemies,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 05 1970
Silent Acceptance in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00221 This talk examines the concept of "peaceful patience" in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the acceptance of reality and the limitations of intellectualizing spiritual questions. The discussion is anchored on the Zen story of Master... *Silence, Patience, Buddha Nature, Mahayana, American, Community*	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 05 1970
Finding Peace in Unyielding Acceptance Serial: KR-00219 The talk examines the concept of finding peace and security in life through Buddhist practice, with a focus on the Japanese notion of "anjin," a state of assurance beyond duality. It explores Dogen's writing, "Gakudo Yojinshu,”... *Pain, Patience, difficulty, Birth-and-Death, Demons, Enemies, Transmission, Silence, training...*	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 07 1970
Unwavering Practice: Path to Awakening Serial: KR-00065 The talk emphasizes the significance of continuous practice, or Gyoji, in Buddhist practice, as outlined in the Avatamsaka Sutra and further elaborated by Dogen in Shobo Genzo. Gyoji is described as an uninterrupted devotion that... *Soto Zen, Birth-and-Death, Buddha Nature, Building, Zendo, Continuous Practice, Ceremony, Hate...*	Katagiri Roshi	Nov 20 1970
Living Zen: Embodying Dharma Principles Serial: KR-00216 The talk explores the principles and practices of Zen as discussed through various teachings, emphasizing the importance of the monastic rules in Zen Buddhism as means to educate and cultivate oneself rather than conforming to... *Transmission, Meditation, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Hindrances, Samadhi, Concentration,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 1970
Gliding Beyond the Enlightened State Serial: KR-00215 The talk elaborates on the concept of Bukkojo, a state beyond the traditional understanding of Buddha and enlightenment, as described by Dogen Zenji and the Tozan Zen master. Bukkojo represents the fully realized state of an... *Silence, Conversation, Balance, confusion, Delusion*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 05 1970

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