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Title	Speaker	Date
Mindful Journeys: Body to Being Serial: RB-03188 Door-Step-Zen The talk revolves around personal Zen practice and the exploration of various methods to cultivate mindfulness and presence. It highlights daily zazen and other practices like yoga and archery, emphasizing the importance of... *Practice, Time, Yoga*	Richard Baker	Jul 2019 Johanneshof
Zen Journeys: Bridging East and West Serial: RB-02404 The discussion details the intersection of Zen meditation practices with cultural differences between East Asian and Western contexts. Emphasizing the practice's transformative potential, the discussion highlights the role of... *Time, Practice, Breath*		Jun 28 2019
About the Shuso Serial: BZ-02688 Sesshin Day 5 - *Practice Period, Bell, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Posture, Cultivation, Mindfulness,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jun 23 2019
Daowu's Condolence Call Serial: BZ-02687 Sesshin Day 4 - *Blue Cliff Record, Doubt, Teacher-and-Student, Birth-and-Death, Funeral, Lineage,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jun 22 2019
Man Up A Tree, Talk 3 Serial: BZ-02686 Sesshin Day 3 - *Bodhisattva Vow, Vow, Gratitude, Big Mind, Ego, Renunciation, Bodhidharma, Intuition,...*	Carol Paul	Jun 21 2019
Love Sesshin Serial: BZ-02685 Sesshin Day 2 - *Instruction, Platform Sutra, Bodhisattva Vow, Big Mind, Birth-and-Death, Bell, Offering,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jun 20 2019
Tosotsu's Three Barriers Serial: BZ-02684 Sesshin Day 1 - *Birth-and-Death, Big Mind, Buddha Mind, Practice Period, Instruction, Buddha Nature, training...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jun 19 2019
More Poverty And Nobility - *Discrimination, Lotus Sutra, Non-discrimination, Cultivation, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 08 2019 PM No Abode Hermitage
Man Up a Tree, Talk 2 Serial: BZ-02683 - *Birth-and-Death, Buddha Mind, Renunciation, Ego, Big Mind, Separation, Interdependence, Demons...*	Carol Paul	Jun 08 2019
After Generations Of Nobility, Temporarily Fallen Into Poverty Buddha nature. Story about Uncle Mi and Dongshan discussing a rabbit crossing the road.Lotus Sutra story about the destitute child. Enlightenment and delusion. Human agency (or training) and awakening. Enlightenment is always... - Buddha Nature, Koan, Enlightenment, Compassion, Practice, Work	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 08 2019 AM No Abode Hermitage
Zenki and Shoji Class 4 Serial: BZ-02682 PP Class 4 - *Four Noble Truths, Six Realms, Birth-and-Death, Impermanence, Lay, Vinaya, Platform Sutra,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jun 06 2019
Love Serial: BZ-02681 - *Hate, Mindfulness, Big Mind, Equanimity, Duality, Monastic Practice, Interdependence,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 01 2019
Choosing Beyond Choice: A Zen Path Serial: RB-03836 Door-Step-Zen The talk reflects on personal insights gained through Zen practice, particularly the concept that experiences serve as mirrors of personal perception, derived from a discussion on a koan and the practice of Oryoki. It delves into... *Time, Koan, Faith*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Embodying Zen: Tradition Meets Adaptation Serial: RB-03827 Door-Step-Zen The talk examines the tension between maintaining traditional Zen practices and adapting to Western context, addressing how changes could risk diluting essential Zen tenets. The discourse touches on the importance of physical... *Buddhism, Practice, Practice Period*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Zen Beyond Boundaries Serial: RB-03826 Door-Step-Zen The talk explores the idea of inclusion and exclusion in Zen practice, questioning the necessity of institutional affiliations for spiritual experiences. It challenges the notion of religiousness in Zen activities, framing them... *Time, Religion, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Journey to Zen: Founding a Path Serial: RB-02266 Seminar_Oral_History The transcript reflects a detailed narrative about the founding of the Zen Center, primarily driven by the desire to find a Chinese Zen teacher and influenced by encounters with literary and philosophical figures such as Ezra... *Suzuki Roshi, Time, Tassajara*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019
Doorstep Zen: Embracing Open Interconnectedness Serial: RB-03829 Door-Step-Zen The main thesis of the talk revolves around the concept of "Doorstep Zen," a practice emphasizing openness and adaptability in Zen teachings, without predefined themes or scripts, and highlighting living practice through personal... *Practice, Buddhism, Pain*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Transcending Time Through Present Awareness Serial: RB-03828 Door-Step-Zen The talk examines the concept of "durative time" and how perception of time changes across different states of consciousness, such as childhood and yogic practice. The discussion highlights the notion that life is a series of... *Time, Sangha, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Compassionate Wisdom for Every Direction Serial: RB-03830 Door-Step-Zen The talk explores the concept of fundamental compassion as a transformative force for individuals and society, advocating for its application beyond traditional Buddhist practice. It suggests that personal and fundamental... *Compassion, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Zen Beyond Thought: Embodied Practice Serial: RB-03825 Door-Step-Zen The talk in June 2019 titled "Door-Step-Zen" explores the nuanced practice of Zen and its adaptation in Western culture. The discourse examines the concept of "interiority" and emphasizes the differences between practicing Zen in... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Zen Silence: Gateway to Transformation Serial: RB-03831 Door-Step-Zen This talk discusses the notion of silence as a powerful form of communal and personal practice, drawing connections with Zen principles and various philosophical and spiritual texts. It delves into the concept of a "hyper-object... *Time, Practice, Koan*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Building Zen Communities in California Serial: RB-02267 Seminar_Oral_History The talk primarily addresses the establishment and evolution of Zen practice sites in California, including Green Gulch Farm, Tassajara, and the developing of Greens Restaurant as centers of lay practice and community engagement... *Practice, Time, Tassajara*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019
Blurring Lines of Inner and Outer Serial: RB-03835 Door-Step-Zen The talk explores the interconnectedness of interior and exterior experiences through personal anecdotes, emphasizing the dissolution of these boundaries in effective practice. The discussion relates to how mindfulness practice... *Time, japanese, Japan*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Reflecting Awareness in Zen Practice Serial: RB-03834 Door-Step-Zen The talk delves into the concept of sensory experience and perception within Zen practice, emphasizing the shift from identifying with sensory content to recognizing sensory processes. The discussion explores the metaphor of a... *Japan, Practice, japanese*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Zen on the Doorstep Serial: RB-03832 Door-Step-Zen The talk primarily centers on the concept of "Doorstep Zen," focusing on how Zen practice can be adopted and continued in individual and collective settings. It addresses the practical use of Zen practice spaces, the potential... *Practice, Work, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Perceiving Wholes Beyond Cognitive Boundaries Serial: RB-03833 Door-Step-Zen The talk delves into Zen philosophy, focusing on the interplay between wholes and parts, the function of the senses, and the concept of hyperobjects. It contrasts two Buddhist philosophies: one holding that the whole is greater... *Time, Consciousness, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 2019 Johanneshof
Zenki Class 3 Serial: BZ-02680 PP Class 3 - *Birth-and-Death, Blue Cliff Record, Liberation, Buddha Mind, Samsara, Religion, Heart Sutra,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	May 30 2019
Nirvana the Waterfall Serial: BZ-02679 - *Oneness, Composure, Nirvana, Big Mind, Birth-and-Death, Practice Period, Commitment,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	May 25 2019
Shoji Part 2 Serial: BZ-02678 PP Class - *Birth-and-Death, Death-and-Dying, War, Subject-and-Object, Posture, Peace, Commitment, Non-...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	May 23 2019
A Conversation about Principle and Phenomena - *Heart Sutra, Perfect Wisdom, resistance, confusion, Letting Go, Don't Know Mind, Buddha...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 18 2019 AM No Abode Hermitage
The World-Honored One Ascends the Seat - *Manjushri, Book of Serenity, Precious Mirror, Observe*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 18 2019 PM No Abode Hermitage
Man up a Tree Serial: BZ-02677 - *Renunciation, Ego, Practice Period, Buddha Nature, Don't Know Mind, Priest, Attachment,...*	Carol Paul	May 18 2019
Shoji: Birth and Death Serial: BZ-02676 PP Class 1 - *Birth-and-Death, Nirvana, Samsara, Buddha Nature, Six Realms, Impermanence, Liberation,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	May 16 2019
Shuso Way-Seeking Mind Talk Serial: BZ-02675 - *Berkeley Zen Center, training, Practice Period, Religion, Emotions, Forgiveness, Continuous...*	Carol Paul	May 13 2019
Practice Period 31st Opening Sesshin Serial: BZ-02674 - *Practice Period, Birth-and-Death, Bodhidharma, Practice Position, Bodhisattva Vow, Monastic...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	May 11 2019
Choosing Fredom Serial: BZ-02673 - *Mindfulness, Four Noble Truths, Intimacy, Instruction, Dependent Origination, Right Speech,...*	Karen DeCotis	May 04 2019
Practicing with Prayer Serial: BZ-02672 - *Chanting, Peace, Heart Sutra, Continuous Practice, Instruction, Separation, Conversation, Vow...*	Hannah Meara	Apr 27 2019 Berkeley Zen Center
Don't Be Stingy Serial: BZ-02671 - *Precepts, Lay, Separation, Lay Practice, Dharma Transmission, Don't Know Mind, Karma,...*	Ross Blum	Apr 20 2019
Just This Is: the Avatamsaka Sutra in the Zen Tradition - *Perfect Wisdom, Discrimination, Buddha Mind, Practice Period, Karmic Consciousness, Heart...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 13 2019 AM No Abode Hermitage
Traveling Along, Singing a Song, Side by Side If you’re a Buddha, do you know it? - *Equanimity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 13 2019 PM No Abode Hermitage
Practice Like A Fool, Like An Idiot, Like A Fool On The Hill Serial: BZ-02670 - *Half-Smile, Culture, Silent Illumination, Samadhi, resistance, Mahayana, Continuous Practice,...*	Gerry Oliva	Apr 13 2019
Buddha's Birthday Serial: BZ-02669 - *Buddha's Birthday, Buddha Nature, Peace, Posture*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Apr 06 2019
Four Focuses Serial: BZ-02668 - *Emotions, Gaining Mind, Mindfulness, Hindrances, Anger, Attachment, Buddha Ancestors, Aspects...*	Ron Nestor	Mar 30 2019
Taking What is Good Serial: BZ-02667 - *Right Speech, Bodhisattva Ceremony, Vow, Offering, Liberation, Precepts, Patience, Hindrances...*	Peter Overton	Mar 23 2019
Hsin Hsin Ming Serial: BZ-02666 - *Big Mind, Hate, Duality, Anger, Hsin Hsin Ming, Addiction, Greed, Discrimination, Oneness,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 16 2019
Buddha Activity - *Intimacy, Doubt, Faith, true dharma, zen meditation, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Karmic...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 09 2019 AM No Abode Hermitage
Generating Energy - resistance, Patience, Enthusiasm, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Emotions, Breath...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 09 2019 PM No Abode Hermitage
Let the Mystery Be Serial: BZ-02665 - *training, Heart Sutra, Skandas, Daily Life, Practice Period, Silence, Posture, Culture,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Mar 09 2019
Cypress Tree in the Garden Serial: BZ-02664 - *Bodhidharma, Priest, Greed, Conversation, Buddha Nature, Interview, Oneness, Continuous...*	Ross Blum	Mar 02 2019
Three Treasures: Liberty, Equality, Fraternity Serial: BZ-02663 - *Bodhisattva Ceremony, Precepts, Sangha, Chanting, Greed, Non-violence, Avalokiteshvara,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Feb 23 2019

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