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Title	Speaker	Date
Breath Counting: Gateway to Samadhi Serial: RB-02952 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The June 2004 talk focuses on the foundational Zen practice of breath counting as a method of integrating mind and body, and its profound implications for entering deeper states of awareness, such as samadhi. The discussion... *Stillness, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Gates of Presence in Zen Practice Serial: RB-02954 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk discusses the concept of "The Gate of Each Moment," exploring how words form gates, or openings, in the practice of Zen, emphasizing the distinction between the horizontal and vertical understanding of language. The... *Practice, Time, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Embracing Entitylessness in Sacred Spaces Serial: RB-02955 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk titled "The Gate of the Moment" examines the concept of Buddha nature, highlighting its varied interpretations within Chinese and Indian Buddhism. It discusses the reconceptualization of Buddhist ideas influenced by... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Pathways to Mindfulness Insight Serial: RB-02961 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the relationship between awareness, consciousness, and mindfulness, suggesting that awareness initially exists without concepts or language, and later becomes conceptualized through consciousness. This process... *Consciousness, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Trusting the Seamless Path of Zen Serial: RB-02409 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk discusses the evolving nature of trust in Zen practice, highlighting the shift from initial trust in the process to a deeper, more inherent trust that develops over time. It also explores how maintaining an open and non-... *Practice, Time, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Bridging Beliefs: Christianity Meets Buddhism Serial: RB-02951 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the compatibility between Christianity and Buddhism, questioning whether one can truly practice both simultaneously. It suggests that while Christianity might be considered a revealed truth, Buddhism is more a... *Stillness, Time, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Beyond Boundaries: Zen Perception Unveiled Serial: RB-02950 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The seminar titled "The Gate of the Moment" discusses the concept of thought coverings and their impact on the perception of the body, emphasizing that through Zen practice, one can experience a broader sense of bodily presence... *Consciousness, Bell, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Zen Insights: Embracing Impermanence Serial: RB-02408 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk delves into the Zen practice of "not scratching," exploring its potential as a profound meditative tool for unearthing deeper aspects of the self. It discusses the essence of understanding through direct, face-to-face... *Practice, Buddhism, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Zen Unfolding the Hidden Mind Serial: RB-02948 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment This talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and the concept of life's enfolded nature, emphasizing meditation as a means of uncovering layers of consciousness beyond visible reality. The speaker discusses the role of... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Zen Mind: Unraveling Fear's Grip Serial: RB-02962 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk focuses on the practice of mindfulness and the concept of mind in Zen practice, addressing how fears and personal attachments can hinder spiritual practice. It explores the definitions of mind, the difference between... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Golden Wind: Embracing Mindful Presence Serial: RB-02407 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind This talk explores the essence of Zen practice by examining how questions about existence, such as "What about when the tree withers and the leaves fall?" challenge us to engage with our sense of being. It emphasizes the... *Practice, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Zazen and Mindfulness: Beyond Consciousness Serial: RB-02949 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The main thesis of this talk centers on the relationship between Zazen (sitting meditation) and mindfulness as foundational practices in Buddhism, emphasizing how Zazen leads to a deeper understanding of consciousness and the... *Practice, Consciousness, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Minds in Flux: Seeking True Perception Serial: RB-02410 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk explores the complexity of the mind, emphasizing the question of which mind can be trusted to perceive "the world as it actually exists." It delves into Buddhist principles of impermanence and how these shape our... *Consciousness, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Composure Through Breath and Ritual Serial: RB-02411 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk explores the concept of body-mind composure as foundational and prior to cultural conditioning, distinguishing between the composure seen in animals and humans. It indicates that practice can help one regain this... *Composure, Ceremony, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Zen Living: Mindful Intentions Embodied Serial: RB-02413 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind This talk focuses on the integration of Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the development of awareness and intentionality. It explores the concepts of mind states, the difference between host and guest mindsets, and the... *Practice, Consciousness, Intention*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Questioning Winds of Zen Insight Serial: RB-02412 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk focuses on the process of questioning within Zen practice and its implicit role in philosophical and meditative contemplation. The discourse highlights the intimate connection between inquiry and intention, comparing the... *Practice, Intention, Concentration*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Reimagining Objects as Living Activities Serial: RB-02957 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk delves into the reconceptualization of our interaction with the world, emphasizing the transition from seeing objects as entities to perceiving them as interdependent activities, aligning with Zen teachings. It also... *Doubt, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Continuity of Consciousness and Community Serial: RB-02956 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the reconceptualization of consciousness and the idea of "alaya-vijnana" or storehouse consciousness, contrasting it with Freud's unconscious. It delves into the theme of relationships and communities as shared... *Practice, Work, Sangha*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Suzuki-rôshi 100th Birth Memorial Serial: BZ-01265 Gutei's One Finger, Monkey Mind, Saturday Lecture - Suzuki Roshi, Monkey Mind, Shikantaza, Monkey Mind, Gaining Mind, Obstacles, Practice Period,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 29 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Being Real in Zen Practice Serial: EB-00033 The talk reflects on personal experiences with Suzuki Roshi, highlighting the teachings of authenticity and presence in Zen practice. It stresses the importance of embracing one's true self rather than adopting an idealized... *Priest, Sutra, Ceremony, Okesa*	Edward Brown	May 29 2004
Guidelines for Studying the Way: Dogen’s Gakudo Yojin-Shu Serial: BZ-01024A Class 3 of 5 - *Teacher-and-Student, Greed, Bodhidharma, Chanting, Soto Zen, Instruction, Religion,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 27 2004 3 Berkeley Zen Center
Record of Tung-shan Serial: BZ-01264 Saturday Lecture - *Practice Period, Offering, Four Noble Truths, Practice Position, Heart Sutra, Commitment,...*	Baika Pratt	May 22 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Guidelines for Studying the Way: Dogen’s Gakudo Yojin-Shu Serial: BZ-01023B Class 2 of 5 - *Lotus Sutra, Chanting, Duality, Heart Sutra, Gaining Mind, Buddha Nature, Buddha Ancestors,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 20 2004 2 Berkeley Zen Center
George W. Bush and a Dogen Fascicle Serial: BZ-01263B Saturday Lecture - Dogen, Current Events, Politics, Anger, Birth-and-Death, War, Greed, Buddha Ancestors,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 15 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Guidelines for Studying the Way: Dogen’s Gakudo Yojin-Shu Serial: BZ-01022A Class 1 of 5 - *Karma, Birth-and-Death, Practice Period, Continuous Practice, Diversity, Attachment,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 13 2004 1 Berkeley Zen Center
Wholehearted Living: Zen in Practice Serial: EB-00217 The talk centers on the theme of sincerity and wholehearted practice, drawing from Zen teachings, particularly Dogen's "Instructions to the Cook." It highlights the importance of embracing each moment sincerely and wholeheartedly... *Bell, Dragons, Instruction, Tenzo, Sangha*	Edward Brown	May 10 2004
Heartfelt Zen: Meditation and Maternal Bonds Serial: EB-00303 The talk explores the complex relationships with mothers, meditation, and encountering heartache through personal stories framed within Zen teachings. It reflects on how meditation is not about achieving perfection but involves... *Buddha's Birthday, Religion, War, Letting Go, Instruction*	Edward Brown	May 09 2004
Zen Sincerity: Virtue in Everyday Actions Serial: EB-00026 The talk discusses the practice of sincere mindfulness in daily life through Zen cooking and meditation, emphasizing appreciating virtue in mundane tasks and interactions. It references teachings from Zen master Dogen,... *Ordinary Mind, Practice Period, Tatsugami, Mill Valley*	Edward Brown	May 04 2004
Zen Flavors: Crafting Harmony in Cuisine Serial: EB-00031 The talk delves into the nuanced exploration of flavors and tastes, examining how different elements create unique culinary experiences. The focus is on understanding the fundamental properties of ingredients to construct diverse... *American, Bell, Observe*	Edward Brown	May 04 2004
Zen Sincerity in Everyday Leadership Serial: EB-00032 The talk appears to be a reflective and instructional narrative on the themes of sincerity, recognizing virtue in oneself and others, and the challenges of comparing oneself to others within a Zen practice context. Recollections... *Ordinary Mind, Practice Period, Tatsugami, Mill Valley*	Edward Brown	May 04 2004
Sincere Practice in Zen Kitchens Serial: EB-00285 The talk focuses on the balance between structured practice and personal expression within Zen, as demonstrated through experiences in a Zen kitchen. The discussion emphasizes appreciating sincerity and virtue in daily activities... *Ordinary Mind, Practice Period, Mill Valley, Realization*	Edward Brown	May 04 2004
Zen Cooking: Creativity Meets Responsibility Serial: EB-00029 The main thesis of the talk revolves around the practice of personal responsibility and creativity in daily activities, specifically through the context of cooking, as a means of exploring Zen philosophy and meditation. It... *Intimacy, Tenzo, Instruction, Soto Zen, Priest*	Edward Brown	May 03 2004
Intuitive Cooking, Zen Living Serial: EB-00264 The talk discusses the importance of developing personal intuition and responsibility, particularly in cooking and Zen practice. It emphasizes how recipes and strict instructions can impede authentic learning and self-discovery,... *Intimacy, Tenzo, Priest, Instruction, Bowing*	Edward Brown	May 03 2004
Zen of Culinary Intuition Serial: EB-00030 The central thesis of the talk emphasizes the Zen approach to cooking and life, which involves engagement and responsibility beyond simply following recipes. The discussion highlights the importance of personal experience and... *Intimacy, Tenzo, Instruction, Bowing, Chanting*	Edward Brown	May 03 2004
Zen Tastes: A Flavor Journey Serial: EB-00028 The talk primarily explores the intricate relationship between flavor harmony and culinary techniques, drawing parallels between flavor experiences and Zen philosophy. Emphasis is placed on a nuanced understanding of tastes,... *American, MM-12, Bell, Observe*	Edward Brown	May 02 2004
Balancing Flavors in Mindful Cooking Serial: EB-00027 The talk focuses on the concept of flavor in cooking, exploring how different taste elements such as salty, sweet, sour, bitter, and pungent contribute to the overall flavor profile of a dish. It emphasizes the importance of... *American, Bell, Observe*	Edward Brown	May 02 2004
Zen Flavors: Mindful Culinary Harmony Serial: EB-00269 The talk explores the interplay between culinary practices and Zen philosophy, emphasizing the importance of understanding flavors through direct tasting and mindful preparation. The discussion delineates how cultural differences... *American, Renewal, Bell, Observe*	Edward Brown	May 02 2004
Zen in Every Kitchen Task Serial: EB-00022 The talk explores the integration of Zen practice with daily activities, particularly through the lens of working in the kitchen at Tassajara. It emphasizes the significance of individual responsibility and presence in various... *Tenzo, Realization, Practice Period, Beginners*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
Unvarnished Sincerity in Zen Practice Serial: EB-00023 The talk explores the concept of sincere effort in Zen practice, using personal anecdotes and examples, particularly the teachings of Suzuki Roshi. The discourse includes discussion on performing tasks with precision and... *Discrimination, Tenzo, Offering, Community, Commitment*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
Zen Balance in Daily Life Serial: EB-00025 The talk emphasizes the understanding and application of balance and ease in daily tasks and positions, drawing on lessons from working with Suzuki Roshi. It highlights the philosophical approach of engaging in activities without... *Discrimination, Tenzo, Offering, Community, Commitment*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
Embrace Simplicity Through Sincere Effort Serial: EB-00024 The talk focuses on the principles of effort and perception in Zen practice, illustrating these through personal anecdotes and experiences. Central themes include Suzuki Roshi’s approach to simplicity and non-perfectionism, the... *Discrimination, Tenzo, Offering, Community, Commitment*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
Zen in Everyday Cooking Life Serial: EB-00241 The talk centers around the integration of daily kitchen work as a form of Zen practice, emphasizing that activities such as cooking hold spiritual significance similar to traditional zazen. Through recounting the Tenzo Kyokan, a... *Tenzo, Realization, Practice Period, Beginners*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
Precision in Practice: Zen Lessons Serial: EB-00275 The talk explores principles of Zen practice through stories and teachings, focusing on the idea of fulfilling one's unique role or position with sincerity and precision. Anecdotes about working with Suzuki Roshi highlight a... *Discrimination, Tenzo, Offering, Community, Commitment*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
Enlightenment as a Touchstone of Practice Serial: BZ-01262 Saturday Lecture - *Bowing, Practice Position, Lay, Bell, Posture, Attachment, Manjushri, Oneness*...	Ross Blum	May 01 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Questioning Reality in Zen Practice Serial: RB-03749 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk addresses "What is Reality?" from a Zen Buddhist perspective, focusing on understanding suffering as part of reality and the intricate relationship between duality and non-duality. It emphasizes the role of questioning... *Sangha, Suffering*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Beyond Senses: Perceiving True Reality Serial: RB-03750 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the nature of reality through the lens of how memory, karma, and dharma exist in the present. It examines the conflated sense of self, the impact of technological advancements like iTunes and iPods on perception... *Emotions, Time, Karma*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Mindful Duality: Perceptions and Practices Serial: RB-03748 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the concept of reality, emphasizing the distinction and interaction between different states of mind. It examines how cultural conditioning and emotional experiences shape perceptions of reality, highlighting... *Emotions, Love, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Awakening Through Non-Dual Awareness Serial: RB-03218 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk focuses on the conceptual understanding and practical application of Buddha nature, emphasizing its non-entity status and exploring it as a functional aspect within consciousness. The discussion contrasts consciousness... *Buddha Nature, Consciousness, Karma*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Buddha-Nature and Intuitive Awareness Serial: RB-03217 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This talk focuses on the concept of Buddha-nature, its relationship with concepts such as self, soul, and spirit, and its significance in the dialogue between Christianity and Buddhism, as well as in psychotherapy and psychology... *Practice, Time, American*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Questioning Reality Through Zen Inquiry Serial: RB-03747 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk delves into the nature of reality through the lens of Zen philosophy, positing that reality is a constant line of questioning akin to adult concerns of dependency and independence. The discussion further explores how the... *Practice, Culture, Breath*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof

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