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Title	Speaker	Date
Mindfulness: Cultivating Inner Compassion Serial: EB-00185 This talk explores the concept of self-awareness and mindfulness, emphasizing the practice of being one's own source of compassion and understanding, akin to the "parent you never had." The discussion highlights the relevance of... *Rumi*	Edward Brown	2005
Zen Life: Intimacy and Freedom Serial: RB-01637G Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk examines the integration of Zen practice into everyday life, exploring concepts like intimacy, separation, and the nature of friendships within the Zen community. Further emphasis is on the art of giving a Zen lecture,... *Enlightenment, Bell, Love*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Mindful Transformation Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01636E Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the integration of lay and monastic practices, focusing on stabilizing the mind through mindfulness. It emphasizes the transition from a knowing, discursive consciousness to a noticing, non-discursive... *Consciousness, Practice, Daily Life*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Becoming Time Through Zazen Experience Serial: RB-01636F Practice-Month_Talks_1 This talk explores the concept of experiencing oneself as the embodiment of time, proposing a shift in perspective from being constrained by a schedule to understanding oneself as "time itself." This is suggested as a form of... *Time, Practice, Zazen*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Breath Awareness and Enlightenment Insights Serial: RB-01637F Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk focuses on demystifying enlightenment, emphasizing its universality and variability across cultures. The discussion critiques the notion of enlightenment being revered as a purely theological experience and underscores... *Breath, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Unveiling Enlightenment's Interconnected Journey Serial: RB-01637E Practice-Month_Talks_2 This talk explores the nature of enlightenment in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the concepts of original, initial, and experiential enlightenment, and the non-absolute nature of enlightenment experiences. The discussion contrasts... *Enlightenment, Culture, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Continuous Practice: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RB-01637C Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk centers on the articulation of "continuous practice" within Zen philosophy, referencing Dogen’s teachings, and its role in uncovering and integrating deeper spiritual truths, particularly wisdom and compassion. It... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Inherent Enlightenment: A Continuous Realization Serial: RB-01637D Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk discusses the concept of enlightenment in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the distinction between sudden and gradual enlightenment, suggesting a preference for the term "incremental realization." It challenges the... *Enlightenment, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Transcending Self Through Continuous Zen Serial: RB-01637B Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk discusses the practice and philosophy of Zen, emphasizing continuous practice as described by Dogen. It explores the concept of "non-self-referencing present," suggesting that true understanding and connection with the... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Sashin: Journey Beyond Self Narratives Serial: RB-01637A Practice-Month_Talks_2 The talk emphasizes the notion of "Sashin" as an experimental practice, akin to an experiment within various cultural contexts like Western or Buddhist cultures. The essence of Sashin is articulated as a journey toward self-... *Continuous Practice, Practice, Culture*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Awakening Through Embodied Presence Serial: RB-01636B Practice-Month_Talks_1 This talk explores the interplay between personal cultivation and cultural influence, emphasizing that while humans are shaped by culture, enlightenment is achievable because we are deeply transformable. The discussion reflects... *Practice, Zazen, Bell*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Noticing Over Knowing in Zen Serial: RB-01636G Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk delves into the teachings of Dogen, emphasizing the concept of "continuous practice," which is not inherently tied to the self and interplays between faith and actualization. The discussion touches upon the mind of... *Continuous Practice, Practice, Sixth Patriarch*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Zen Practice: Continuous Self-Actualization Serial: RB-01636H Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the multifaceted nature of Zen practice and its relation to continuous self-realization, focusing on the concept of "practice which actualizes itself." It discusses the nuances of lay monastic practice, the role... *Practice, Continuous Practice, Practice Period*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Embracing the Ordinary: Discover Buddha Nature Serial: RB-01636C Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the practice of Zen service activities, such as bowing and chanting, as a means to engage with the teachings of the Buddha and the Dharma. It argues that these seemingly mundane activities allow practitioners to... *Buddha, Buddha Nature, Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Zen's Echo: Translating Impermanence Serial: RB-01636K Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the complex role of translation within Zen practice, emphasizing translation as both a technical and interpretative act. It reflects on how the Zen teachings transcend linguistic containers through the practice... *Consciousness, Bell, Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Awakening the Active Zen Mind Serial: RB-01636A Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk emphasizes the inherent activity of the mind in Zen practice, drawing on teachings from Suzuki Roshi's "Zen Mind, Beginner's Mind" and introducing the concept that the mind is not a static entity but an active force. It... *Silence, Breath, Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Noticing: The Heart of Mindfulness Serial: RB-01636I Practice-Month_Talks_1 The main thesis of the talk revolves around an exploration of Dogen's teaching on continuous practice, specifically focusing on the practice of "noticing" as foundational to this concept. The discussion contrasts "noticing" with... *Practice, Zazen, Continuous Practice*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Embracing Unpredictability Through Zen Presence Serial: RB-01636D Practice-Month_Talks_1 The talk explores the tension between the Western desire for predictability and the experience of unpredictability, particularly in Zen practice. It examines the concept of experiencing reality directly through Zazen, without... *Zazen, Posture, Japan*	Richard Baker	2005 Johanneshof
Be the Boss of Everything Serial: BZ-01299 When Everything Is Contained in Practice, Saturday Lecture - Buddha Mind, Ordinary Mind, Big Mind, Anger, confusion, Posture, Ego, Bodhisattva Way,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 18 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
The Eighth Characteristic of an Enlightened Person Serial: BZ-01298 No Babbling (Idle Talk), Saturday Lecture - Enlightenment, Precepts, Right Speech, Dream World, Subject-and-Object, Silence, Ego, Birth-...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 11 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Life Is Like Sesshin: Use of Kyusaku: Being Reborn Serial: BZ-01297 Forgiveness. Renewal for the New Year, Rohatsu Day 7 - *New Year, Heart Sutra, Practice Period, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Renewal, Forgiveness,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 05 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
December 5th, 2004, Serial No. 01565 Serial: BZ-01565 - *New Year, Heart Sutra, Practice Period, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Renewal, Forgiveness,...*		Dec 05 2004
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-01296 Conclusion, Rohatsu Day 6 - Heart Sutra, Birth-and-Death, Big Mind, Hindrances, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Ego,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 04 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Salvation Serial: BZ-01295 Saving All Beings in Our Zen Practice, Rohatsu Day 5 - *Dependent Origination, Heart Sutra, Impermanence, Vow, Emotions, Attachment, Six Realms,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Dec 03 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-01294 Dependant Origination; Nirvana Within Samsara, Rohatsu Day 4 - Dependent Origination, Samsara, Nirvana, Heart Sutra, Four Noble Truths, Nirvana, Karma,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 02 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-01293 Duality, Nonduality, Rohatsu Day 3 - Heart Sutra, Duality, Non-duality, Duality, Intuition, Non-duality, Oneness, Buddha Nature,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 01 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-01292B Form and Emptiness; Interdependence, Rohatsu Day 2 - Heart Sutra, Form-and-Emptiness, Interdependence, Teacher-and-Student, Demons, Continuous...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 30 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-01291D Rohatsu Day 1 - Heart Sutra, Form-and-Emptiness, Dependent Origination, Impermanence, Samadhi, Samsara, Birth-...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 29 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Not Holding on to the Stream: Platform Sutra Serial: BZ-01290B One Day Sitting - *Silence, Silent Illumination, Emotions, Platform Sutra, Soto Zen, Subject-and-Object, Lay,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Nov 20 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Aspects of Practice: Female Chan Ancestors Serial: BZ-01030A Class 4 of 4 - Practice Period, Dragons, Transmission, Fox, Buddha Ancestors, Lineage, Interview, Lotus Sutra...	Baika Pratt	Nov 18 2004 4 Berkeley Zen Center
Remembrances of Suzuki-rôshi Serial: BZ-01289A Addressing One's Buddhanature, Saturday Lecture - Suzuki Roshi, Lineage, Buddha Nature, Composure, Buddha Mind, Lineage, Birth-and-Death,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 13 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Aspects of Practice: Dogen Serial: BZ-01029A Class 3 of 4 - Bodhisattva Ceremony, Lay Practice, Lay, Buddha Ancestors, Transmission, Rinzai, Chanting,...	Denkei Raul Moncayo	Nov 11 2004 3 Berkeley Zen Center
Mindful Tasting, Authentic Living Serial: EB-00036 This talk explores the practice of mindfulness through a raisin-tasting ceremony, encouraging full attention and appreciation for simple experiences. It extends this mindfulness to nurturing loving-kindness towards oneself and... *Ceremony, Desire, Peace, Way-Seeking Mind, Big Mind*	Edward Brown	Nov 07 2004
Presence in Every Raisin Moment Serial: EB-00280 The talk centers on the theme of mindful awareness in everyday activities, illustrated through the act of tasting raisins as a practice of full presence and sensory engagement. The discussion extends to touch on social awareness... *Ceremony, Desire, Peace, Way-Seeking Mind, Big Mind*	Edward Brown	Nov 07 2004
Buddha Nature and the Ugly Duckling Serial: SF-00056 Zendo lecture; feeling of not fitting in and not belonging that sends us towards spiritual practice. The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature, juxtaposing it with the story of "The Ugly Duckling" to discuss themes of belonging and the realization of one's true self. It delves into Buddhist teachings on how avoiding... *Lotus Sutra, Buddha Nature, Ego, Delusion, Precepts, Posture, Addiction*	Kosho McCall	Nov 06 2004 Tassajara
Nagarjuna Serial: BZ-01288 Lecture - *Heart Sutra, Perfect Wisdom, Transmission, Priest, Teacher-and-Student, Mahayana, Vinaya, War...*	Peter Overton	Nov 06 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Aspects of Practice: Tozan Serial: BZ-01028A Class 2 of 4 - Lineage, Five Ranks, Heart Sutra, Teacher-and-Student, Rinzai, Blue Cliff Record, Soto Zen,...	Ross Blum	Nov 04 2004 2 Berkeley Zen Center
Women Ancestors Serial: BZ-01287 Saturday Lecture - *Dana, Soto Zen, Practice Period, Lay, Forgiveness, Rinzai, Enemies, Lineage*	Laurie Senauke	Oct 30 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Aspects of practice: Huineng, 6th Ancestor Serial: BZ-01027A Class 1 of 4 - *Platform Sutra, Sixth Patriarch, Cultivation, Birth-and-Death, Lineage, Dharma Transmission,...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Oct 28 2004 1 Berkeley Zen Center
Dogen’s Shobogenso: “Zazenshin” and Zazen Instruction Serial: BZ-01286B One Day Sitting - Dragons, Posture, Practice Period, Instruction, Karma, Commitment, Samadhi, Silence...	Denkei Raul Moncayo	Oct 24 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Listening to our Zen Ancestors with no Gaining Mind Serial: BZ-01285 Saturday lecture - *Practice Period, Gaining Mind, Passions, Transmission, Uchiyama, Daily Life, Non-duality,...*	Ron Nestor	Oct 23 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Discipline Serial: SF-00077 Relationship with the rules while training. The talk discusses the nature of discipline within Zen practice, emphasizing engagement with rules, such as the "six-month rule," and the transformative potential of discipline when approached as a training method. The discussion... *Practice Period, Vinaya, Emotions, Don't Know Mind, Mindfulness, Balance, Suzuki Roshi,...*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Oct 20 2004
October 16th, 2004, Serial No. 01284 Serial: BZ-01284 - *Karmic Consequences, Nirvana, Impermanence, Karma, Subject-and-Object, Interdependence, Birth-...*		Oct 16 2004
Heaven and Hell and Nirvana Serial: BZ-01566 Saturday Lecture - Nirvana, Six Realms, Karmic Consequences, Nirvana, Impermanence, Karma, Interdependence,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Oct 16 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Diamond Sutra: No Beings to Save, No Attributes Serial: BZ-00565 Class 4 of 4 - Daily Life, Lay, Patience, Enemies, Lineage, Passions, Discrimination, Evil, Nirvana...	Peter Overton and Laurie Senauke	Oct 14 2004 4 Berkeley Zen Center
History of Soto Zen: First Dharma Heritage Ceremony Serial: BZ-01283C Zuisse Ceremony and Dharma Transmission, Saturday Lecture - Zuisse, Soto Zen, Dharma Transmission, Dharma Transmission, Transmission, Religion, Soto Zen,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Oct 09 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Diamond Sutra: Chapters 16-24, Streams of Thought Serial: BZ-00564 Class 3 of 4 - *Platform Sutra, Right Speech, Attachment, War, Liberation, Heart Sutra, Passions, Skandas,...*	Peter Overton	Oct 07 2004 3 Berkeley Zen Center
Love, Holistic Approach: Love and Intimacy as a Wide Path of Practice Serial: BZ-01282B Lecture - *Transmission, Passions, Culture, Dream World, Precepts, Monastic Practice, Buddha Mind, Rumi,...*	David Weinberg	Oct 02 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
October 2nd, 2004, Serial No. 01569 Serial: BZ-01569 - *Transmission, Culture, Dream World, Passions, Precepts, Monastic Practice, Lineage, Rumi,...*		Oct 02 2004
Zen: Science of Present Being Serial: RB-01700 Talk_Living_Zen The talk explores the concept of "Living Zen," emphasizing Zen practice as a form of science rather than a religion, characterized by its continuous development and engagement with the present moment. The discussion includes the... *Time, Practice, Work*	Richard Baker	Oct 2004 Göttingen

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