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Title	Speaker	Date
Surrender to Unrestrained Mindfulness Serial: RB-00686 Seminar This seminar discusses the practice of Zazen, emphasizing the surrendering of control and the exploration of thoughts and self in meditation. It critiques Western notions of restraint and repression, advocating a space in Zazen... *Practice, Zazen, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	1990 Heidelberg
Meditation's Impact on Self Identity Serial: RB-00684 Seminar The talk examines the transformative experience of Zazen meditation and its implications on personal identity and perception. A core discussion revolves around the concept of impermanence in self-identity and how meditation... *Skandas, Time, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	1990 Heidelberg
Beyond Waking: Consciousness Through Zazen Serial: RB-00683 Seminar The talk explores the integration of different states of consciousness—waking, sleeping, and the meditative state of zazen—to comprehend a unified self. It discusses the intricacies of language in perception and describes... *Consciousness, Time, Zazen*	Richard Baker	1990 Heidelberg
Zen Transitions: Consciousness and Karma Serial: RB-00682 Seminar The seminar in Heidelberg explores the intricate relationship between consciousness, karma, and perception, juxtaposing Western and Buddhist perspectives. It emphasizes the dynamic and situational nature of consciousness, using... *Consciousness, Time, Breath*	Richard Baker	1990 Heidelberg
Christmas Serial: BZ-00502A Lecture - *Peace, Impermanence, Buddha Nature, Four Noble Truths, Bodhisattva Ceremony, Forgiveness,...*	Bob Poulsen	Dec 23 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Pope's Edict Serial: BZ-00503B Saturday Lecture - Religion, Doubt, New Year, Practice Period, Renewal, War, Peace, Building	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Dec 16 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Blue Cliff Record: Case #1 Serial: BZ-00503A - Blue Cliff Record, Buddha Mind, Posture, Offering, Avalokiteshvara, Repentance, Intimacy,...	Maylie Scott	Dec 11 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Koans: Transforming Queries into Wisdom Serial: RB-00677 Sesshin The talk explores the intricacies of traditional Zen practice, focusing on Rohatsu Sesshin and the foundational Zen practice of koan study. The speaker discusses the uniqueness of koan practice, especially the Chinese-Japanese... *Practice, Koan, japanese*	Richard Baker	Dec 07 1989 Crestone
Beyond Words: Discovering Zen Essence Serial: RB-00676B Sesshin The talk discusses the nature of secret teachings in Zen, emphasizing that true understanding arises not from intellectual comprehension but from personal experience and transformation. Through contemplative practice, individuals... *Practice, Time, Love*	Richard Baker	Dec 06 1989 Crestone
Awareness Beyond Consciousness Boundaries Serial: RB-00676A Sesshin This talk explores the intersection of consciousness, awareness, and Zen practice. It argues that consciousness and unconsciousness are conceptual differences, while awareness transcends these categories. The discussion... *Consciousness, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	Dec 05 1989 Crestone
Experiencing Zen: Beyond Conscious Understanding Serial: RB-00675B Sesshin The talk explores the challenges of teaching and practicing Zen, emphasizing the significance of approaching meditation as an internal, experiential guide akin to learning the nuances of a computer manual. The discussion reflects... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Richard Baker	Dec 04 1989 Crestone
Zen Mind: Embracing Impermanence Harmony Serial: RB-00675A Sesshin The talk explores Zen meditation practice with an emphasis on understanding the nature of thoughts and the mind. It discusses the "realm of desire" versus the formation of clarity through observing thoughts, encouraging... *Practice, Zazen, Emptiness*	Richard Baker	Dec 03 1989 Crestone
Zen and the Constructed Self Serial: RB-00674B Sesshin The talk discusses the intertwining of individual and communal identities through Zen practice within the context of a sesshin, emphasizing mindfulness and the creation and perception of identity in both societal and existential... *Practice, Bell, Time*	Richard Baker	Dec 02 1989 Crestone
Zen Bridges: Embracing Paradox and Unity Serial: RB-00674A Sesshin This talk explores the complexities inherent in Zen practice, highlighting its inherent contradiction of being a practice not solely reliant on meditation yet deeply connected to Zazen. It dissects Zen's simplicity and directness... *Practice, Buddhism, Time*	Richard Baker	Dec 01 1989 Crestone
Eating Rice, Drinking Tea Serial: BZ-00387 Everyday Activity and Dharma, Saturday Lecture - *Daily Life, Buddha Ancestors, Priest, resistance, Lineage, Doubt, training, Ego...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 11 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Fall Practice Period Serial: BZ-00386 Saturday Lecture - Practice Period, Practice Period, Buddha Nature, Commitment, training, Priest, Daily Life,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Nov 05 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Abbot's Zuisse Ceremony in Japan Serial: BZ-00385 Saturday Lecture - Zuisse, Dharma Transmission, Transmission, Practice Period, Soto Zen, Study Period, Commitment...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Oct 28 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Dzogchen Teachings Serial: SF-00111 The talk centers on the Dzogchen teachings and the importance of altruism and compassion, emphasizing the development of pure motivation in both teaching and learning. It delves into the non-conceptual essence of the original... *Transmission, Four Noble Truths, Doubt, Peace, Don't Know Mind, Daily Life, Gratitude,...*	His Holiness The Dalai Lama	Oct 08 1989 1 San Jose
Dzogchen Teachings Serial: SF-00112 The talk elaborates on the complexities of Dzogchen teachings, emphasizing the relationships between consciousness, suffering, and the mind. It discusses the nuanced views among different Buddhist schools on the nature of the... *Happiness, Delusion, Four Noble Truths, Transmission, Dependent Origination, Karma, Aspects of...*	His Holiness The Dalai Lama	Oct 08 1989 2 San Jose
Dzogchen Teachings Serial: SF-00109 The talk discusses Dzogchen teachings and explores the concepts of consciousness, free will, compassion, and enlightenment within the context of Tibetan Buddhism. It examines the integration of method and wisdom in both Sutra and... *Emptiness, realization, Transmission, Lineage, Mandala, training, Religion, Cultivation,...*	His Holiness The Dalai Lama	Oct 08 1989 4 San Jose
Transformation of Consciousness Serial: SF-00113 Forum Dialogue This dialogue addresses the dire state of the world, highlighting ecological, social, and spiritual crises. It emphasizes the need to balance modern technological capabilities with ancient wisdom traditions, specifically Tibetan... *Attachment, Peace, Enemies, Balance, New Year, Happiness, resistance, Freedom, Doubt,...*	His Holiness The Dalai Lama	Oct 1989 1
Karma and Free Will Serial: BZ-00384 Lecture - *Karma, Evil, Attachment, Mahayana, Greed, Passions, causation, Samsara, Commitment, resistance...*	Maseo Abe	Sep 23 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
The Four Marks of Conditioned Existence Serial: BZ-00383B Lecture - *Enemies, Equanimity, Heart Sutra, Karma, Lotus Sutra, Subject-and-Object, Hate, Impermanence,...*	Bob Poulsen	Sep 16 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Blue Cliff Record: Case #7: Pt. 2 Serial: BZ-00382 "You Are, Echo", Sesshin Day 2 - BCR-7, Buddha Nature, Pure Existence, Big Mind, Fox, Bodhidharma, Precepts, Anger, Priest...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 04 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Blue Cliff Record: Case #7: Pt. 1 Serial: BZ-00381 "You Are, Echo", Sesshin Day 1 - BCR-7, Buddha Mind, Karma, Dragons, Absolute-and-Relative, Big Mind, confusion, Daily Life,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 03 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Anxiety Serial: BZ-00383A Saturday Lecture - Birth-and-Death, Absolute-and-Relative, Offering, Bodhidharma, Continuous Practice, Separation...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Sep 01 1989 Part 1 of 1 Berkeley Zen Center
Journeying Through Spiritual Awakening Paths Serial: EB-00070 The talk primarily addresses the transitioning life phases of an individual with deep spiritual connections and strong healing abilities. This person is encouraged to pursue non-conventional learning paths in healing arts, such... *Thich Nhat Hanh, Desire, Money, Karma, Ego*	Edward Brown	Aug 28 1989
Transcending Duality: Inner Zen Journey Serial: EB-00069 The talk explores the Zen concept "Mind itself is Buddha," emphasizing the need to transcend the duality of the world of differences and sameness. It discusses the paradox of seeking spiritual practice and its inherent challenges... *Thich Nhat Hanh, Letting Go, Buddha Mind, Baso, Faith*	Edward Brown	Aug 27 1989
August 7th, 1989, Serial No. 00719 Serial: BZ-00719 Sunday Lecture - *Birth-and-Death, Duality, Oneness, Ego*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Aug 07 1989
Baseball and Effort Serial: BZ-00380A Saturday Lecture - *Dream World, Non-duality, Right Effort, Continuous Practice, Patience, Mahayana, Duality, Ego...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 29 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Obstacles as Pathways to Enlightenment Serial: SF-00082 The talk discusses the nature of obstacles and their role in spiritual practice, emphasizing that obstacles are not enemies but opportunities for growth and understanding. It explores the concept of perception and one's... Obstacles, Anger, Doubt, Enemies, Dana, Emotions, Observe, Bell, Vow, Instruction...	Ane Pema Chödrön	Jul 23 1989
Only Buddha and Buddha Serial: BZ-00379A - Lotus Sutra, Blue Cliff Record, Nirvana Sutra, Buddha Nature, Mahayana, Bowing, Enemies,...	Dairyu Michael Wenger	Jul 15 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Effort and Trust Serial: BZ-00378B Lecture - *Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Enthusiasm, Concentration, Aspects of Practice, Commitment...*	Ryushin Paul Haller	Jul 08 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Manjushri Sapan Guruyoga Serial 00030 Serial: SP-00030 The talk emphasizes the spiritual journey towards gaining wisdom and realizing selflessness through dedicated practice in Dharma, reflecting on teachings provided over several days. It underscores the importance of moral conduct... *Practice, Time, Wisdom*	His Hoiiness the 41st Sakya Trizin	Jul 02 1989 Tape 2
Lay Ordination/Priest Ordination Serial: BZ-00378A Saturday Lecture - Ordination, Priest-and-Lay, Priest, Precepts, Ordination, Lay, Lay Ordination, Priest-and-Lay...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jul 01 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
A Buddhist View on Befriending and Defending Animals Serial 00029 Serial: SP-00029 In a lecture focusing on a Buddhist perspective on animal rights, the subject of befriending and defending animals is thoroughly explored. Key Buddhist teachings and historical examples are discussed, emphasizing the moral and... *Cultivation, Peace, Sanctuary, Delusion, Priest, Gratitude, Observe, Patience, Ego, Freedom...*	His Holiness the 41st Sakya Trizin	Jun 29 1989 Tape 1
Tokusan Brings His Bowls Serial: BZ-00377B Sesshin Day 4 - Tokusan, Bell, Monastic Practice, Dragons, Lineage, Peace, Anger	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 24 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Sesshin Lecture Serial: BZ-00377A Sesshin Day 3 - *Duality, Buddha Nature, Subject-and-Object, Oneness, Dharma Transmission, Doubt, Lineage,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 23 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
What Is It? Serial: BZ-00376B Sesshin Day 2 - *Practice Period, Absolute-and-Relative, confusion, Subject-and-Object, Equanimity, Lineage,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 22 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Mind Refresher Cakes Serial: BZ-00376A Sesshin Day 1 - Koan, Deshan, Dragons, Lineage, Gratitude, Passions	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 21 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
New Bell Serial: BZ-00375B Saturday Lecture - Bell, Bell, Culture, Ego, Teacher-and-Student, Peace, Dragons, Posture, War	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 17 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Genjokoan Serial: BZ-00375A Lecture - *resistance, Posture, Instruction, Buddha Nature, Hindrances, Continuous Practice, confusion,...*	Fran Tribe	Jun 10 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
Awakening Through Mindful Balance Serial: RB-00664 Seminar The seminar explores the concept of rising mind versus sinking mind using a personal anecdote, linking it to Zen meditation postures and the integration of body and mind energy. This discussion transitions into a broader... *Buddhism, Practice, Wisdom*	Richard Baker	Jun 09 1989 Münster
Heart Sutra: Embodying Wisdom's Womb Serial: RB-00663 Seminar The talk explains the concept of a "heart sutra," likening it to a woman or womb that embodies wisdom, an essential teaching within Buddhism. The discussion emphasizes the importance of the "heart-mind" as a unifying force that... *Buddhism, Wisdom, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 09 1989 Münster
Zen Harmony: Beauty in Imperfection Serial: RB-00665 Seminar The talk delves into the philosophical exploration of beauty, asymmetry, and cultural perspectives, particularly emphasizing the importance of experiencing both beauty and imperfection. It connects these themes to Zen practices,... *Practice, Time, Samadhi*	Richard Baker	Jun 09 1989 Münster
Embracing Emptiness: Beyond Duality Serial: RB-00666 Seminar The talk focuses on the concepts from the Heart Sutra, specifically discussing the perception of the five skandhas (form, feelings, perceptions, impulses, consciousness) as empty, highlighting the mantra "O Shariputra, form does... *Practice, Samadhi, Culture*	Richard Baker	Jun 09 1989 Münster
Embodied Wisdom in Buddhist Practice Serial: RB-00667 Seminar The talk revolves around the exploration of the intricate interplay between body, speech, and mind in Buddhist philosophy, delving into the assertion that both body and mind possess innate wisdom. The speaker emphasizes the equal... *Culture, Time, japanese*	Richard Baker	Jun 09 1989 Münster
Zen Leadership Serial: BZ-00374 Saturday lecture - *Concentration, Buddha Nature, Mindfulness, Interdependence, Intuition, Passions, causation,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 03 1989 Berkeley Zen Center
June 3rd, 1989, Serial No. 00675 Serial: BZ-00675 - *Concentration, Buddha Nature, Mindfulness, Interdependence, Intuition, Passions, causation,...*		Jun 03 1989
The Tathagata has One Language Serial: BZ-01522B - *First Principle, Dragons, Continuous Practice, Hate, Emotions, Anger, Bodhidharma, Intuition,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 1989 Berkeley Zen Center

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