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Title	Speaker	Date
The Paramitas: Meditation Serial: BZ-01169A Sesshin Day 3 - *Samadhi, Composure, Renunciation, Right Effort, Big Mind, Monastic Practice, Peace, Patience,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 16 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
What Does It Mean to Practice Prajna Paramita? Serial: BZ-01167 Sesshin Day 2 - *Heart Sutra, Religion, Nirvana, Four Noble Truths, Practice Period, Non-duality, Silence,...*	Karen Sundheim	Jun 15 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
The Paramitas Serial: BZ-01166 Patience and Enthusiastic Effort, Sesshin Day 1 - Effort, Patience, Virya, Enthusiasm, Practice Position, Composure, Thoroughness, Doubt,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 14 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Lay Ordination Serial: BZ-01239 Tradition of Sewing Buddha's Robe, Saturday Lecture - Lay Ordination, Sewing, Joshin-san, Precepts, Priest, Ordination, Lay, Commitment, Priest-and-...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Jun 10 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
June 8th, 2006, Serial No. 01044, Side A Serial: BZ-01044A - *Birth-and-Death, Passions, Karma, Nirvana, Four Noble Truths, Hindrances, Daily Life, Anger,...*		Jun 08 2006
June 3rd, 2006, Serial No. 01238 Serial: BZ-01238 - *Blue Cliff Record, Heart Sutra, Daily Life, Funeral, Practice Period, Commitment, Happiness,...*		Jun 03 2006
June 1st, 2006, Serial No. 01043, Side A Serial: BZ-01043A - *Subject-and-Object, Passions, Skandas, Anger, confusion, Non-duality, Greed, Birth-and-Death,...*		Jun 01 2006
Baizhang's Fox Being clear about cause and effect, intention, karma. - *Hindrances, causation, Fox, Skandas, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 27 2006 AM No Abode Hermitage
Baizhang's Fox Being clear about cause and effect, intention, karma. - *causation, Skandas, Fox, Karmic Consciousness, Funeral*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 27 2006 PM No Abode Hermitage
Worldly Life and Pure Practice Serial: BZ-01237 Kid Zendo: Circles, Saturday Lecture - Daily Life, Practice, Birth-and-Death, Precepts, Daily Life, Interview, Greed, Doubt, Anger...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 27 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Waves of Unity in Consciousness Serial: EB-00239 The talk explores the interconnectedness of individuals and the universe through the metaphor of waves and the ocean, emphasizing the spiritual journey from ego contraction to recognizing universal unity. It discusses how... *Ego, Dharma Transmission, Buddha Mind, Bowing, Buddha Nature*	Edward Brown	May 27 2006
May 25th, 2006, Serial No. 01042, Side A Serial: BZ-01042A - *Karma, Berkeley Zen Center, Forgiveness, Ego, Nirvana, Daily Life, Emotions, Don't Know...*		May 25 2006
How Sojun Gives Zazen Instruction Serial: BZ-01045 Class - Posture, Instruction, Observe, Daily Life, Interview, Bowing, Enemies, training...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 20 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra: Dealing with a Problematic Public Library Patron Serial: BZ-01236D Saturday Lecture - *Heart Sutra, Practice Period, Anger, Practice Position, Interview, Lay Practice, Soto Zen,...*	Karen Sundheim	May 20 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
May 18th, 2006, Serial No. 01041, Side A Serial: BZ-01041A - *Karma, Ego, Skandas, Nirvana, Duality, true dharma, Dependent Origination, Interdependence,...*		May 18 2006
Seeking the Way in Everyday Life Serial: EB-00240 The talk explores the theme of "way-seeking mind" in Zen practice, using poetry and personal anecdotes to illustrate the concept. The speaker reflects on the teachings of Zen Master Ru Jing and the practice of being present and... *Way-Seeking Mind, Ordinary Mind, Daily Life, Tenzo, Practice Period*	Edward Brown	May 18 2006
Essence and Action of Prajna Serial: BZ-01235 Saturday Lecture - Precepts, Hui Neng, Poetry, Precepts, Bodhisattva Ceremony, Duality, Buddha Nature, Hindrances...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 13 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
May 11th, 2006, Serial No. 01040, Side A Serial: BZ-01040A - *Heart Sutra, Big Mind, Mahayana, Daily Life, Manjushri, Birth-and-Death, Four Foundations, Non...*		May 11 2006
May 8th, 2006, Serial No. 01234 Serial: BZ-01234 - *Practice Period, Ordinary Mind, Anger, Heart Sutra, Practice Position, Commitment, Dharma...*		May 08 2006
Prajna Paramita - Dana Serial: BZ-01233 Introduce Practice Period Shuso, One-Day Sitting - Prajna Paramita, Dana, Shuso, Daily Life, Happiness, Practice Period, Precepts, Bodhisattva...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 07 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Heart Sutra Serial: BZ-01232 Saturday Lecture - Heart Sutra, Duality, Samadhi, Attachment, Oneness, Samsara, Nirvana, Non-duality, Sixth...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	May 06 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Six "Wrong" Ways of Practice Serial: BZ-01231 Saturday Lecture - Practice, Obstacles, Aspects of Practice, Family Practice, Instruction, Interview, Nirvana,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 29 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Mindful Teaching: Embracing Inner Calm Serial: EB-00216 The talk examines challenges in teaching, highlighting personal experiences with engaging audiences. It draws parallels between leading a cooking class and Buddhist practice, emphasizing mindfulness as a tool for self-awareness... *Bell, Thich Nhat Hanh, Yaoshan, Emptiness, Silence*	Edward Brown	Apr 24 2006
April 22nd, 2006, Serial No. 01230 Serial: BZ-01230 - Dragons, zen meditation, Four Noble Truths, Zoom, Peace, Humility, Intimacy, War...		Apr 22 2006
Preparation for Practice Period Serial: BZ-01229 Saturday Lecture - Practice Period, Practice Period, Heart Sutra, Pure Existence, Lay Practice, Daily Life,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 15 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Three Doors of Liberation Serial: BZ-01228 Emptiness, Signlessness, Aimlessness, One-Day Sitting - Liberation, Emptiness, Discrimination, Non-discrimination, Oneness, Big Mind, Birth-and-Death...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 09 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
(I, along with) All Beings, Am the World Honored One Serial: BZ-01227B Saturday Lecture - Buddha's Birthday, Buddha Nature, Buddha's Birthday, Buddha Ancestors, Culture,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 08 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
April 1st, 2006, Serial No. 01226, Side A Serial: BZ-01226A - *Evil, Precepts, Eka, Five Ranks, Karma, Don't Know Mind, Emotions, Bodhidharma,...*		Apr 01 2006
March 25th, 2006, Serial No. 01225 Serial: BZ-01225 - *Demons, Ordinary Mind, Peace, Offering, Instruction, Intimacy, Obstacles, Liberation,...*		Mar 25 2006
March 19th, 2006, Serial No. 01223 Serial: BZ-01223 - *Happiness, Passions, Commitment, Emotions, Obstacles, Anger, Addiction, Ego, Samadhi,...*		Mar 19 2006
History of Berkeley Zen Center Pt. II Serial: BZ-01222B Kid Zendo: Figures on the Altar, Saturday Lecture - Berkeley Zen Center, Teacher-and-Student, Dharma Transmission, Priest, Transmission, Daily...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 18 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
March 12th, 2006, Serial No. 01313, Side D Serial: BZ-01313D - *Bodhidharma, Practice Position, Silent Illumination, Lineage, Bell, American*...		Mar 12 2006
The Great Matter Serial: SF-00085 How awareness of death, and our own mortality, spurs us to greater effort in practice. The talk at the Beginner's Mind Temple centers on awareness of mortality as a catalyst for deepening commitment to spiritual and ethical practice. It draws on various literary and philosophical sources to underscore the transient... *Birth-and-Death, Suzuki Roshi, Impermanence, Gratitude, Heart Sutra, Ceremony, Mindfulness,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Mar 11 2006 City Center
March 11th, 2006, Serial No. 01221 Serial: BZ-01221 - *Gaining Mind, Mindfulness, Heart Sutra, Four Noble Truths, Separation, Non-duality,...*		Mar 11 2006
Seeking the Inner Spring of Life Serial: EB-00043 This talk discusses the philosophical and spiritual journey depicted through a story about a king's sons searching for the "water of life," symbolizing the internal exploration for fulfillment and enlightenment. It connects this... Kids' Talk, Enemies, Dragons, Rumi, Silence, Bell	Edward Brown	Mar 05 2006
What Are We Doing Here? Serial: BZ-01220 History of Berkeley Zen Center Pt. I, Saturday Lecture - Berkeley Zen Center, Dogen, Lay Practice, Priest, Lay, Heart Sutra, Dharma Transmission, Mill...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 04 2006 1 Berkeley Zen Center
March 4th, 2006, Serial No. 01454 Serial: BZ-01454 - *Lay Practice, Priest, Lay, Heart Sutra, Dharma Transmission, Mill Valley, Four Noble Truths,...*		Mar 04 2006
February 25th, 2006, Serial No. 01219 Serial: BZ-01219 - *Right Speech, Four Noble Truths, Right Effort, Commitment, Liberation, Happiness, Anger,...*		Feb 25 2006
Fukanzazengi Part II Serial: BZ-01218 Zazen Anecdotes, Sesshin Day 3 - Fukanzazengi, Sojun Mel Weitsman, Meditation, Posture, Don't Know Mind, Instruction,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 20 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Fukanzazengi Serial: BZ-01217 Part I, Sesshin Day 2 - Fukanzazengi, Silent Illumination, Lineage, Discrimination, Daily Life, Sanctuary, Buddha...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 19 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Practice Period Serial: SF-00034 Origins of PP, meaning of 'ango'; Dogen's essay; resistance; hermit Jim; Rumi poems. The talk explores the historical and spiritual origins of the Zen practice period known as 'ango', tracing its roots back to Varsha, the rainy season retreat established by Buddha to provide support for monks. It delves into... *Practice Period, Buddha Ancestors, Zazen, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, resistance, Bell,...*	Kokyo Henkel	Feb 19 2006
Buddha's Paranirvana Serial: BZ-01216B Birth, Death, Nirvana, Sesshin Day 1 - Parinirvana, Birth-and-Death, Nirvana, Birth-and-Death, Nirvana, Big Mind, Four Noble Truths,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 18 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
Encouragement for Upcoming Sesshin Serial: BZ-01215 Thoughts on his early days, Saturday Lecture - Sesshin, Sojun Mel Weitsman, Pure Existence, Karma, Monastic Practice, Soto Zen, Aspects of...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 11 2006 Berkeley Zen Center
“Poems are not Poems”: The Poetry of Ryokan Serial: BZ-01213 Teaching Retreat, part 1 of 2 - *Priest, Silence, Discrimination, Aspects of Practice, Practice Period, Beginners, Rinzai, Soto...*	Shohaku Okumura	Feb 04 2006 1 Berkeley Zen Center
The Poetry of Ryokan Serial: BZ-01214 Teaching Retreat, part 2 of 2 - *Dharma Transmission, Discrimination, Building, Gratitude, New Year, Transmission, Nirvana, War...*	Shohaku Okumura	Feb 04 2006 2 Berkeley Zen Center
2006.02.03-serial.00017 Serial: SO-00017 - *Soto Zen, zen, Vow, true dharma, Buddha Ancestors, lecture, Interdependence*		Feb 03 2006
2006.02.03-serial.00120 Serial: SO-00120 - *Anger, Happiness, Gratitude, Dragons, Attachment, Chanting, Greed, Enemies, Sangha, difficulty...*		Feb 03 2006
2006.02.02-serial.00015 Serial: SO-00015 - *Bodhidharma, Four Noble Truths, Attachment, Precepts, Sangha, resistance, Vinaya, Enemies,...*		Feb 02 2006
2006.02.02-serial.00123 Serial: SO-00123 - *Lay, Precepts, Funeral, lecture, Sangha, Happiness, Offering, Buddha Nature, Fundraising,...*		Feb 02 2006
2006.02.01-serial.00003 Serial: SO-00003 - *Offering, Patience, confusion, Sangha, Precepts, Mindfulness, Beginners, Gratitude, Lay,...*		Feb 01 2006

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