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Title	Speaker	Date
Zen Pathways: Embracing Present Practice Serial: RB-00951 Interview_Paths_to_Living The discussion focuses on the role and importance of the Sangha, particularly in Germany, highlighting the German openness to Buddhist practice due to recent historical contexts. The talk explores the uniqueness of Zen within... *Meditation, Practice, Sangha*	Richard Baker	Sep 10 1995 Berlin
Blue Cliff Record: Case #11 Cont. Serial: BZ-00823B Saturday Lecture - BCR-11, Teacher-and-Student, Obstacles, Offering, Dragons, Dogen, Emotions, Rinzai, Bowing,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 09 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Our Relationship with Form - Speech & Food Serial: SF-00151 Wednesday dharma talk. The talk explores the themes of discipline and form in Zen practice, specifically in relation to speech and food. Through stories from literature and personal experiences, it emphasizes the importance of adhering to traditional... *Practice Period, Conversation, Happiness, Ceremony, Silence, Funeral, Bowing, Heart Sutra...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Sep 06 1995 Green Gulch Farm
Blue Cliff Record: Case #11 Serial: BZ-00823A Sesshin Day 3 - BCR-11, Teacher-and-Student, Attachment, Hate, Doubt, American, Anger, Politics, Rinzai,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 04 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Enmei Jukku Kannon Gyo #2 Serial: BZ-00824B Sesshin Day 2 - Enmei Jukku Kannon Gyo, Big Mind, Buddha Mind, Sangha, Continuous Practice, Impermanence,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 03 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Enmei Jukku Kannon Gyo #1 Serial: BZ-00824A Sesshin Day 1 - Enmei Jukku Kannon Gyo, Buddha Nature, Bell, Religion, Sangha, Anger, Nirvana Sutra, Diversity...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 02 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Breath Awareness: Path to Inner Clarity Serial: RB-00948 Seminar_Keep_Your_Posture_in_Mind The talk addresses the practice of meditation, particularly focusing on the posture and process of counting breaths as a means of developing awareness and connecting mind and body. It emphasizes the importance of sitting with a... *Practice, Breath, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Sep 1995 Berlin
Embracing Emptiness through Zazen Serial: RB-00947 Seminar_Keep_Your_Posture_in_Mind The talk delves into the Buddhist concept of wholesome and unwholesome thoughts, emphasizing personal sensitivity to what fosters clarity and ease. It highlights how individuals generate and abandon certain states of mind during... *Practice, Posture, Time*	Richard Baker	Sep 1995 Berlin
Zen Beyond Mindfulness: Embrace Emptiness Serial: RB-00949 Seminar_Keep_Your_Posture_in_Mind The talk focuses on the distinction and interaction between mindfulness and meditation in Zen Buddhism. It emphasizes the need for meditation to uncover a form of mind that transcends waking, dreaming, or deep sleep states, which... *Practice, Buddhism, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Sep 1995 Berlin
Mind-Body Unity Through Meditation Serial: RB-00950 Seminar_Keep_Your_Posture_in_Mind The seminar discusses the integrated relationship between mind and body, emphasizing how meditation can reveal this unity through posture. This unity is explored using Buddhist concepts and terms to highlight how consciousness... *Consciousness, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Sep 1995 Berlin
Posture as Presence: Embodying Zen Serial: RB-00946 Seminar_Keep_Your_Posture_in_Mind The talk in Berlin focuses on the integration of body and mind through Zen meditation, particularly emphasizing the significance of posture. It underscores the non-dualistic view of the self often found in Zen practice, where the... *Practice, Japan, Posture*	Richard Baker	Sep 1995 Berlin
Challenging Liberation Myths in Buddhism Serial: EB-00276 The talk explores the key themes of the Vimalakirti Sutra, particularly contrasting earlier forms of Buddhism with Mahayana Buddhism. It highlights a conversation between Sariputra and a goddess, reflecting on the nature of... *Hate, Mahayana, Greed, Delusion, Vimalakirti*	Edward Brown	Aug 30 1995
The Four Vows Serial: BZ-00825B - *Vow, Happiness, Conversation, Interdependence, Commitment, Bell, Mindfulness, American, Karma...*	Peter Overton	Aug 26 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Yurt Lecture Serial: BZ-00747 Lecture - *Continuous Practice, Bell, Big Mind, Diversity, Buddha Mind, Sangha, Anger, Heart Sutra,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Aug 21 1995
The Double Bind of Practice Serial: BZ-00825A Saturday Lecture - Practice, Nirvana, Emotions, Happiness, Impermanence, Attachment, Non-duality, Mahayana, Hate...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Aug 19 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Dogen's Five Points Serial: BZ-00827B Saturday Lecture - Four Methods of Guidance, Instruction, Thoroughness, Hindrances, Absolute-and-Relative,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Aug 12 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Self Healing Serial: BZ-00827A - *Subject-and-Object, Mindfulness, Blue Cliff Record, Mundane Life, Posture, Observe, Culture,...*	Darlene Cohen	Aug 05 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Genjokoan Serial: BZ-00828B Saturday Lecture - *Daily Life, Thoroughness, Teacher-and-Student, Silence, Conversation, Bowing, Hindrances,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 29 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Cultivating Soft Mind Through Zen Serial: EB-00266 The talk investigates the concept of "soft mind" in Zen, contrasting it with "hard mind," utilizing teachings from Suzuki Roshi. The discussion emphasizes reaching a tranquil state by overcoming hard-mindedness through qualities... *Big Mind, Thich Nhat Hanh, Enemies, Culture, Religion*	Edward Brown	Jul 29 1995
Cultural Differences/Family Practice Serial: BZ-00828A - *Soto Zen, Culture, First Principle, Lay Practice, Demons, Gratitude, Lay, Lineage, Daily Life...*	Raul Denkei Moncayo	Jul 22 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Karma and Intention Serial: BZ-00829B Saturday Lecture - Karma, Intention, Karma, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Six Realms, Vow, Demons, Bowing,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 16 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-00746B Lecture - *Hindrances, Discrimination, Evil*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 13 1995 4 of 4 Tassajara Zen Mountain Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-00745B Lecture - *Nirvana, Samsara, Duality, Precepts, Dependent Origination, Bodhisattva Precepts, Non-duality...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 12 1995 2 of 4 Tassajara Zen Mountain Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-00746A Lecture - *Birth-and-Death, Continuous Practice, Dependent Origination, Don't Know Mind, War,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 12 1995 3 of 4 Tassajara Zen Mountain Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-00745A Lecture - *Heart Sutra, Birth-and-Death, Continuous Practice, Four Noble Truths, Dependent Origination,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 11 1995 1 of 4 Tassajara Zen Mountain Center
Zen Wisdom in Everyday Tasks Serial: EB-00261 This talk explores the Zen concept of spirituality through the practical elements of life and work, emphasizing the sacredness of everyday activities such as cooking and serving food as a practice that encompasses the teachings... *Ordinary Mind, Dragons, Buddha Nature, Bowing, Offering*	Edward Brown	Jul 10 1995
Karma Serial: BZ-00829A Saturday Lecture - Karma, Fox, Karma, Buddha Nature, Funeral, Birth-and-Death, Continuous Practice, Karmic...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 08 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Metta Sutta Serial: BZ-00830B Saturday Lecture - Metta Sutta, Anger, Birth-and-Death, Buddha Nature, Peace, Nirvana, Gratitude, Impermanence,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 01 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Zen Vision: Bridging East and West Serial: RB-00937 Seminar_Suzuki_Roshi´s_Dream The seminar discusses Suzuki Roshi's vision and the transmission of Zen Buddhism to the West, focusing on the importance of both personal and collective visions within the practice. It highlights the significance of embodying... *Suzuki Roshi, Time, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jul 1995 Münster
Awakening the Forest Within Serial: RB-00938A Seminar_Suzuki_Roshi´s_Dream The talk explores the concepts of "sazen mind" and "forest mind," emphasizing an intimate connection with one's environment and internal self, akin to a meditative state. A historical context considers the influence of... *Time, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Jul 1995 Münster
Zen Threads: Nature, Art, Responsibility Serial: RB-00938B Seminar_Suzuki_Roshi´s_Dream The talk discusses various themes, including the interaction between art and traditional Zen concepts, the natural versus cultural constructs within Zen practice, and the notion of personal responsibility. It highlights the... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Jul 1995 Münster
Vision Beyond Duality in Zen Serial: RB-00940 Seminar_Suzuki_Roshi´s_Dream The talk explores the philosophical implications of vision in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of having faith in the unknown and engaging deeply with Buddhist teachings beyond mere intellectual understanding. The... *Practice, Oneness, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jul 1995 Münster
Forest Mind, Dharmas Journey Unveiled Serial: RB-00939 Seminar_Suzuki_Roshi´s_Dream The talk explores Zen philosophy through the teachings of Dogen and Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the concepts of "forest mind" and "continuity of mind" as pathways to understanding the Dharma. It highlights the profound insight... *Time, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jul 1995 Münster
Zen's Eternal Embrace of Presence Serial: RB-00941 Seminar_Suzuki_Roshi´s_Dream The talk centers on the exploration of Zen concepts such as the "forest mind," interconnectedness, and presence. It discusses Dogen's teachings, particularly through the translation of his poem, emphasizing the body as complete... *Suzuki Roshi, Breath, Japan*	Richard Baker	Jul 1995 Münster
Process and Parenting Serial: BZ-00830A Lecture - *Family Practice, Culture, Building, Karma, Practice Period, Funeral, Separation, Instruction,...*	Fran Tribe	Jun 24 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Yurt Lecture Serial: BZ-00744 Lecture - *Discrimination, Religion, Emotions*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 24 1995 Tassajara Zen Mountain Center
Picking and Choosing Serial: BZ-00978B - *Practice Period, Teacher-and-Student, Instruction, Emotions, Funeral, Obstacles, Sangha,...*	Myoan Grace Schireson	Jun 18 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Hsin Hsin Ming IV Serial: BZ-00978A Sesshin Day 4 - Hsin Hsin Ming, confusion, Oneness, Continuous Practice, Duality, Subject-and-Object,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 17 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
God/Karma Serial: BZ-00977B Saturday Lecture - Religion, Karma, Giving-and-Taking, Daily Life, Monastic Practice, Lotus Sutra, Big Mind,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 03 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Early Days: Maezumi-rôshi & Suzuki-rôshi Serial: BZ-00977A Saturday Lecture - Suzuki Roshi, Maezumi Roshi, Teacher-and-Student, Zoom, Priest, Soto Zen, New Year, Lay...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 27 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Bodhisattva Practice Serial: BZ-00975B - *Vow, Dharma Transmission, Lay Ordination, Ordination, Offering, Chanting, Right Speech,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	May 21 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Letting Go of Preconceptions Serial: BZ-00975A - *Practice Period, Instruction, Birth-and-Death, Samsara, Silent Illumination, Book of Serenity...*	Myoan Grace Schireson	May 20 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Mumonkan Case #45 Serial: BZ-00976B - *Fundraising, Intimacy, Evil, Teacher-and-Student, Mindfulness, Emotions, Anger,...*	Lin Zenki	May 13 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Shush’s Way Seeking Mind Talk Serial: BZ-00976A - *Instruction, Practice Period, Obstacles, Bowing, Hindrances, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center,...*	Myoan Grace Schireson	May 08 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Master Hongzhi/Three Bodies Serial: BZ-00973B - *Practice Period, Buddha Nature, Big Mind, Peace, Lay Practice, Buddha Mind, Subject-and-Object...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 06 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Six Taints of Zen Serial: BZ-00973A Saturday Lecture - *Practice Period, Demons, Commitment, Ordination, Lay Practice, Daily Life, Karma, Enthusiasm,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 29 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Master Hongzhi Continued Serial: BZ-00974B One-Day Sitting - Hongzhi, Emotions, Silent Illumination, Daily Life, Enemies, confusion, Vow, Doubt, Karma,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 23 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Picnic Generosity and Inner Fulfillment Serial: EB-00118 The talk reflects on the nature of generosity through a personal anecdote about preparing and sharing food at a picnic, exploring the concept of giving without expectation from a Zen Buddhism perspective. It emphasizes the act of... *Community, Culture, War, Buddha's Birthday, Thich Nhat Hanh*	Edward Brown	Apr 23 1995
Hongzhi's Silent Illumination Serial: BZ-00974A Saturday Lecture - Hongzhi, Practice Period, Silent Illumination, Daily Life, Instruction, Offering, Commitment,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 22 1995 Berkeley Zen Center
Integrating Zen into Daily Work Serial: EB-00316 The talk primarily explores the integration of Zen practice into everyday life at Tassajara, emphasizing the importance of "owning your own body and mind" as taught by Suzuki Roshi. The discussion contrasts this form of holistic... *Buddha Nature, Community, Sangha, Balance, Money*	Edward Brown	Apr 18 1995

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