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Title	Speaker	Date
Lotus Sutra Serial: BZ-00834 The third in a series of five classes on the Lotus Sutra taught by Ryuei Michael McCormick, a teacher in the Nichiren tradition, and sponsored by Maylie Scott. - Lotus Sutra, Dependent Origination, Buddha Nature, Family Practice, Culture, Nirvana, Demons,...	Ryuei Michael McCormick	Apr 15 1999 3 of 5 Berkeley Zen Center
Seccho and Her Spirit are Separated Serial: BZ-00072A - *Dharma Transmission, Ordination, Chanting, Sangha, Transmission, Practice Period, War, Peace,...*	Maylie Scott	Apr 11 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
A Jakata Tale For Buddha's Birthday Serial: BZ-00071A Saturday Lecture - Buddha's Birthday, Buddha's Birthday, Demons, confusion, War	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 10 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Lotus Sutra Serial: BZ-00835 The second in a series of five classes on the Lotus Sutra taught by Ryuei Michael McCormick, a teacher in the Nichiren tradition, and sponsored by Maylie Scott. - Lotus Sutra, Dependent Origination, Four Noble Truths, Nirvana, Buddha Nature, Chanting,...	Ryuei Michael McCormick	Apr 08 1999 2 of 5 Berkeley Zen Center
Five Ranks And The Bricks Serial: BZ-00071B Saturday Lecture - Tozan, Five Ranks, Five Ranks, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Absolute-and-Relative, Evil, Darkness and...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 03 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Lotus Sutra Serial: BZ-00836 The first in a series of five classes on the Lotus Sutra taught by Ryuei Michael McCormick, a teacher in the Nichiren tradition, and sponsored by Maylie Scott. - Lotus Sutra, Sixth Patriarch, Four Noble Truths, Heart Sutra, Mahayana, Buddha Nature, Blue...	Ryuei Michael McCormick	Apr 01 1999 1 of 5 Berkeley Zen Center
Awakening Through Daily Meditation Practice Serial: RB-01127 Sesshin The talk reflects on the continuous practice of Zazen (sitting meditation) as integral to the speaker's daily routine, akin to basic life activities such as sleeping or washing. Zazen is emphasized for facilitating self-... *Practice, Consciousness, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Apr 1999 Crestone
Awakening Through Generous Presence Serial: RB-01126A Sesshin The talk explores the Zen practice of "just being here" through the lens of the Diamond Sutra and the Dongshan Dogen lineage. It emphasizes practicing from the viewpoint of enlightenment, rather than striving to achieve it, and... *Practice, Wisdom, Practice Period*	Richard Baker	Apr 1999 Crestone
Dharma Embodies Transformation and Clarity Serial: RB-01129 Sesshin The talk explores the concept of non-duality and the emptiness inherent in the self and phenomena, emphasizing profound implications both philosophically and in daily life through the practice of mindfulness and meditation. It... *Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Apr 1999 Crestone
Zen Intimacy: Path of Presence Serial: RB-01128B Sesshin The April 1999 talk primarily discusses the Zen concept of "intimacy" as a core practice, emphasizing an intimate connection with oneself, others, and phenomena. Additionally, the discussion explores themes of non-dualism,... *Practice, Effort, Intimacy*	Richard Baker	Apr 1999 Crestone
Embodied Presence Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01126B Sesshin The talk focuses on the concept of acceptance within Zen practice, highlighting the idea of penetrating the "thought body" to realize a fresh, transparent body. The discussion also covers the practice of shikantaza, the... *Practice, Buddha, Faith*	Richard Baker	Apr 1999 Crestone
Awareness Beyond Consciousness in Zen Serial: RB-01128A Sesshin The talk explores the relationship between consciousness and awareness, emphasizing their distinctions within Zen practice. By engaging deeply with vijnana and skandha practices, individuals can recognize the transient and non-... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Apr 1999 Crestone
Dogen's Zazengi (Pt. 2) Serial: BZ-00070B One-Day Sitting - Zazengi, Concentration, Samadhi, Equanimity, Mindfulness, Hate, Ego, Attachment, Big Mind,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 28 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Dogen's Zazengi (Pt. 1) Serial: BZ-00070A Saturday Lecture - Zazengi, Birth-and-Death, Posture, Buddha Ancestors, Sixth Patriarch, Concentration, Duality,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 27 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Awakening Perfection in Everyday Life Serial: SF-00032 Sunday talk. The talk discusses the principle of Dzogchen, the "innate great perfection" within Tibetan Buddhism, highlighting its focus on realizing one's intrinsic Buddha nature and emphasizes integration of practice into daily life. It... *Buddha Nature, Karma, Monkey Mind, Daily Life, Buddha Mind, causation, Sangha, confusion,...*	Lama Surya Das	Mar 21 1999
Blue Cliff Record #26 Serial: BZ-00069A Hyakujo's "Wonderful Thing", Saturday Lecture - Hyakujo, BCR-26, Big Mind, Monastic Practice, Ordinary Mind, Teacher-and-Student, Daily Life,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 20 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Awakening Through Awareness and Compassion Serial: RB-01120 Seminar_The_Field_of_Realization The talk explores the distinctions between awareness, consciousness, intuition, and their roles in Zen practice. It differentiates between enlightenment and wisdom practices, discussing how each influences spiritual development.... *Enlightenment, Practice, Wisdom*	Richard Baker	Mar 05 1999 Johanneshof
Harmony in Zen: Beyond Discrimination Serial: RB-01118B Seminar_The_Field_of_Realization The talk explores the notion of non-distinction in Zen practice, emphasizing acceptance and equal attention to thoughts and tasks, likening this approach to the meticulousness in a tea ceremony. There's discussion on the... *Time, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Mar 05 1999 Johanneshof
Awakening in the Illusion's Embrace Serial: RB-01119 Seminar_The_Field_of_Realization The talk discusses Zen philosophical concepts related to the dissolution of dualism and the cultivation of awareness. It explores how shifting from consciousness to awareness allows practitioners to realize interconnectedness,... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Mar 05 1999 Johanneshof
Embracing Interconnectedness Through Zazen Serial: RB-01117 Seminar_The_Field_of_Realization This talk explores the practice of Zazen and its role in realizing interconnectedness and the uniqueness of each moment. It emphasizes not discriminating between experiences and bringing equal attention to them as they arise,... *Practice, Buddha, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Mar 05 1999 Johanneshof
Transcending Thought via Zazen Practice Serial: RB-01118A Seminar_The_Field_of_Realization The main thesis of the talk is the exploration of Zen practice, notably Zazen, as a method to transcend identification with thoughts to achieve a deeper awareness and presence. The discussion emphasizes the intricacies of... *Practice, Consciousness, Zazen*	Richard Baker	Mar 05 1999 Johanneshof
Timeless Zen: Dogen's Path to Presence Serial: SF-00147 Wednesday night dharma talk The talk focuses on Dogen's teachings as captured in "Shobo Genso Zuimonki," emphasizing non-attachment to behaviors such as vegetarianism, the importance of compassionate correction within a Zen community, essentials of sincere... *Practice Period, Suzuki Roshi, Fundraising, Daily Life, Impermanence, Monastic Practice, Soto...*	Eijun Linda Cutts	Mar 03 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Buddhism and Diversity Serial: BZ-00080 - *Diversity, Separation, Hate, Right Speech, Culture, War, Gratitude, Non-duality, Silence...*	Margarita Loinaz	Feb 27 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Energies of Zen and Mindfulness Serial: RB-01116 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The main focus of the talk is on the concept of energy and its various interpretations in Zen practice, meditation, and psychotherapy, as well as the debate on whether energy is more of a physical reality or a metaphorical... *Practice, Buddhism, Buddha*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Equanimity in the Moment's Flow Serial: RB-01115 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The discussion focuses on the practice of zazen and emphasizes the importance of engaging with experiences moment-to-moment without being swayed by persistent narratives or attachment to self. Addressing themes of impermanence... *Practice, Time, Work*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Zen Choices: Living without Picking Serial: RB-01113 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The talk centers on understanding and practicing Zen principles, particularly related to choice, energy, and attention. The discussion explores concepts such as equal energy allocation, existential themes from Dogen, and the... *Practice, Buddhism, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Zen Practice: From Self to Collective Serial: RB-01114 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The talk explores the deep process of Zen practice, initially engaging with "background practice" through zazen and mindfulness, which gradually transitions into "foreground practice" with clearer self-awareness and integration... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Zen's Interconnected Path to Enlightenment Serial: RB-01110 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind This talk explores the interconnectedness emphasized in Buddhism, questioning the distinction between universal and particular experiences. The discussion delves into Dogen's teachings, particularly the concept of "no abiding... *Time, Consciousness, Suffering*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Embodied Enlightenment Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01109 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The talk addresses the practice of Zen in the Western context, emphasizing the importance of understanding personal views as part of the Eightfold Path, particularly focusing on "right views." It discusses concepts of perception... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Actualizing Mind Through Zen Practice Serial: RB-01111 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The talk focuses on the concept of "actualizing mind" as defined by Dogen, emphasizing the importance of understanding our mind through intentional practice and societal responsibility. It explores how societal and individual... *Practice, Buddhism, Dogen*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Embracing Energy Beyond Thought Constraints Serial: RB-01112 Practice-Week_Actualizing_Mind The talk emphasizes the distinction between individual practice and the broader influence on societal perceptions, drawing on concepts like "exposed in the golden wind" from Zen koans versus "twisting in the breeze." It discusses... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Richard Baker	Feb 26 1999 Johanneshof
Three Kinds of Nirvana Serial: BZ-00079 Saturday Lecture - Nirvana, Nirvana, Eight Awarenesses, Birth-and-Death, Karma, Greed, Happiness, Peace, Karmic...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 20 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Beyond Right and Wrong Relationships Serial: EB-00140 The talk explores the concept of stepping off the evaluative axis of right and wrong and relates this to relationships and mindfulness. It emphasizes the Zen perspective that focusing on getting things "right" can impede... *Conversation, Buddha Nature, Avalokiteshvara, Interview, Intention*	Edward Brown	Feb 15 1999
Zazen Instruction Serial: BZ-00054 Zazen Instruction - *Posture, Instruction, Diversity, Bell, Offering*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 13 1999
Standing Up In One’s Own Reality Serial: BZ-00183B - *Big Mind, Priest-and-Lay, Monastic Practice, Priest, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Liberation...*	Mary Mocine	Jan 30 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Beginners’ Sesshin Serial: BZ-00183A - *Silence, Offering, Beginners, Instruction, Attachment, Diversity, Sangha, Soto Zen, Chanting...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jan 24 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Warm-hearted Practice Serial: BZ-00190B Saturday Lecture - Precepts, Composure, Bodhisattva Precepts, Posture, Religion, American, Doubt, Building, War...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jan 23 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Shikantaza: "To Forget The Self" Serial: BZ-00190A Saturday Lecture - Shikantaza, Birth-and-Death, Continuous Practice, Soto Zen, Offering, Renunciation,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jan 16 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Embracing Zen: The Path Within Serial: EB-00254 This talk explores the integration of Zen philosophy into daily life, emphasizing the metaphor of "the great way has no gate" by Zen teacher Ru Jing, highlighting personal mindfulness as the starting point of Zen practice. The... *Avalokiteshvara, Soto Zen, Liberation, Letting Go, Ego*	Edward Brown	Jan 11 1999
World Faiths’ Dialogue with the World Bank Serial: BZ-00189B - *War, Precepts, Separation, Culture, Religion, Building, Renunciation, Hate, Doubt, Peace...*	Hozan Alan Senauke	Jan 09 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Practicing With The Precepts/Dogen's Commentary Serial: BZ-00189A Saturday Lecture - Precepts, Dogen, Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, New Year, Sangha, Bodhisattva Ceremony, Vow,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jan 02 1999 Berkeley Zen Center
Authentic Zen: Beyond Enlightenment Myths Serial: SF-00058 The talk covers personal experiences and reflections on the teachings of Suzuki Roshi, emphasizing the impact of direct interaction and the subtleties of spiritual presence. It delves into misconceptions about Zen enlightenment... *Suzuki Roshi, Transmission, Lineage, Priest, Blue Cliff Record, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center...*	Lew Richmond	Dec 16 1998 City Center
Dogen's Guidelines For Studying The Way (Pt.2) Serial: BZ-00188A Saturday Lecture - Dogen, Lotus Sutra, Buddha Nature, New Year, Beginners, Lineage, Transmission, Hindrances,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 12 1998 Berkeley Zen Center
Embracing Enlightenment Through Zen Clarity Serial: RB-01108 Sesshin The talk focuses on understanding enlightenment experiences and their connection to Zen practice, samadhi, and prajna. It discusses the transformative nature of enlightenment, characterized by a shift or reversion in self-... *Practice, Samadhi, Enlightenment*	Richard Baker	Dec 07 1998 Crestone
Dogen's Guidelines For Studying The Way (Pt.1) Serial: BZ-00187 Rohatsu Day 7 - Dogen, Big Mind, New Year, Ordinary Mind, Interview, Building, Enemies, Observe, Hate,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 06 1998 Berkeley Zen Center
Breath and Posture 24 Hours a Day Serial: BZ-00185B Lecture - *Posture, Mindfulness, Subject-and-Object, Patience, Liberation, Birth-and-Death, Attachment,...*	Ross Blum	Dec 05 1998 Berkeley Zen Center
On His Health & BZC's Future Serial: BZ-00186 Rohatsu Day 6 - Sojun Mel Weitsman, Doubt, Emotions, Practice Period, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 05 1998 Berkeley Zen Center
Embodied Zen: Beyond Thought Boundaries Serial: RB-01107 Sesshin The talk discusses the concept of a "non-naming mind" in Zen practice, emphasizing the transition from identifying with thoughts to experiencing a non-dwelling mind. Various metaphors such as the "habit body" versus "sesshin body... *Practice, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Dec 05 1998 Crestone
Reminiscences of a Former Shuso Serial: BZ-00185A - *Continuous Practice, Intimacy, Buddha Ancestors, Teacher-and-Student, Birth-and-Death,...*	Rebecca Mayeno	Dec 04 1998 Berkeley Zen Center
Dana Paramita and Relinquishment Serial: BZ-00184B - *Demons, Priest, Interview, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Precepts, Religion, Non-attachment,...*	Myoan Grace Schireson	Dec 03 1998 Berkeley Zen Center

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