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Title	Speaker	Date
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, Zendo, Sutra, Ceremony, Okesa*	Edward Brown	May 29 2004
May 27th, 2004, Serial No. 01024, Side A Serial: BZ-01024A - *Teacher-and-Student, Greed, Bodhidharma, Chanting, Soto Zen, Instruction, Religion,...*		May 27 2004
May 22nd, 2004, Serial No. 01264 Serial: BZ-01264 - *Practice Period, Offering, Four Noble Truths, Practice Position, Heart Sutra, Commitment,...*		May 22 2004
May 20th, 2004, Serial No. 01023, Side B Serial: BZ-01023B - *Lotus Sutra, Chanting, Duality, Aspects of Practice, Heart Sutra, Gaining Mind, Buddha Nature...*		May 20 2004
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
May 13th, 2004, Serial No. 01022, Side A Serial: BZ-01022A - *Karma, Birth-and-Death, Practice Period, Continuous Practice, Diversity, Attachment,...*		May 13 2004
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 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, Zendo*	Edward Brown	May 04 2004
Sincere Mindfulness in Daily Life Serial: EB-00026 The talk explores themes of Zen practice focusing on the concepts of sincerity, virtue, and calm mindfulness, as illustrated through personal experiences in the Zen kitchen. Emphasizing the teachings of Dogen and anecdotes from... *Ordinary Mind, Practice Period, Tatsugami, Mill Valley, Zendo*	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, Zendo, 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
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
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
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 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
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
May 1st, 2004, Serial No. 01262 Serial: BZ-01262 - *training, Bowing, Practice Position, Lay, Bell, Posture, Aspects of Practice, Attachment,...*		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 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, Zendo, 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
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, Zendo, Practice Period, Beginners*	Edward Brown	May 01 2004
April 24th, 2004, Serial No. 01261 Serial: BZ-01261 - *Greed, Continuous Practice, Culture, Bell, Daily Life, Anger, Renunciation, Liberation,...*		Apr 24 2004
April 10th, 2004, Serial No. 01259 Serial: BZ-01259 - *Demons, Religion, Funeral, Offering*		Apr 10 2004
Mumonkan: Case #12 Serial: BZ-01258 One-Day Sitting - MM-12, Big Mind, Birth-and-Death, Fox, Practice Period, Continuous Practice, Ego, Buddha'...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Apr 03 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
March 27th, 2004, Serial No. 01257 Serial: BZ-01257 - *Impermanence, Berkeley Zen Center, Silence, Diversity, Birth-and-Death, Practice Period, Peace...*		Mar 27 2004
March 20th, 2004, Serial No. 01256, Side C Serial: BZ-01256C - *Heart Sutra, Four Noble Truths, Sanctuary, Liberation, Enemies, Culture, Instruction, training...*		Mar 20 2004
March 15th, 2004, Serial No. 01021, Side B Serial: BZ-01021B - *Blue Cliff Record, Precepts, Commitment, Birth-and-Death, Book of Serenity, Manjushri, Duality...*		Mar 15 2004
Joshu's "Go Wash Your Bowls" Serial: BZ-01255 One-Day Sitting - Joshu, Continuous Practice, Posture, Daily Life, Samadhi, Instruction, Karmic Consequences,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 14 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Book of Serenity: Case #4 Serial: BZ-01254 What Is A Practice Place?, Saturday Lecture - SER-4, Sanctuary, Big Mind, Posture, Funeral, Book of Serenity, resistance, Hindrances,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 13 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Navigating Life's Lightless Labyrinth Serial: EB-00184 This talk examines the transformation of Dharma transmission within Zen practice, emphasizing its contemporary departure from traditional notions of enlightenment and mastery to a more symbolic gesture of recognition for teaching... *Dharma Transmission, Transmission, Intention, Culture, Priest*	Edward Brown	Mar 13 2004
March 8th, 2004, Serial No. 01020, Side B Serial: BZ-01020B - *Monastic Practice, Birth-and-Death, Buddha's Birthday, Mindfulness, Cultivation, Bell,...*		Mar 08 2004
Dogen's Bendowa Serial: BZ-01253 Saturday Lecture - Bendowa, Repentance, Samadhi, Six Realms, Offering, Oneness, Lineage, Demons, Rinzai, Karma,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Mar 06 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
March 1st, 2004, Serial No. 01019, Side A Serial: BZ-01019A - *Lotus Sutra, Transmission, Lineage, Intimacy, Karma, Nirvana Sutra, Conversation, Fox, Nirvana...*		Mar 01 2004
Dogen’s Eihei Shingi: Pure Standards for the Zen Community Serial: BZ-00578 Class 1 of 5 - *Monastic Practice, Lay Practice, Cultivation, Aspects of Practice, Dragons, Don't Know...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 29 2004 1 Chapel Hill Zen Center
Dogen’s Eihei Shingi: Pure Standards for the Zen Community Serial: BZ-00579 Class 2 of 5 - *Observe, Buddha's Birthday, Practice Period, Monastic Practice, Offering, Bodhidharma,...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 29 2004 2 Chapel Hill Zen Center
Dogen’s Eihei Shingi: Pure Standards for the Zen Community Serial: BZ-00580 Class 3 of 5 - *Buddha Ancestors, Dragons, Building, Evil, Offering, Commitment, Non-duality, Tassajara Zen...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 29 2004 3 Chapel Hill Zen Center
Dogen’s Eihei Shingi: Pure Standards for the Zen Community Serial: BZ-00581 Class 4 of 5 - *resistance, Instruction, Monastic Practice, Lay Practice, Offering, Lay, Posture, Right Effort...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 29 2004 4 Chapel Hill Zen Center
Dogen’s Eihei Shingi: Pure Standards for the Zen Community Serial: BZ-00582 Class 5 of 5 - *Funeral, Birth-and-Death, Lay, Buddha Ancestors, Karma, Offering, Sixth Patriarch, Continuous...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 29 2004 5 Chapel Hill Zen Center
February 28th, 2004, Serial No. 01252 Serial: BZ-01252 - *Blue Cliff Record, Dharma Transmission, Conversation, Karmic Consciousness, Culture,...*		Feb 28 2004
2004.02.27-serial.00091 Serial: SO-00091 - *Buddha Nature, Nirvana Sutra, Heart Sutra, Impermanence, New Year, Subject-and-Object,...*		Feb 27 2004
February 23rd, 2004, Serial No. 01018, Side A Serial: BZ-01018A - *Fox, Karma, Absolute-and-Relative, causation, Daily Life, Bell, Funeral, Culture, Lineage,...*		Feb 23 2004
The Cross of Buddhism: Principles of Practice Serial: BZ-01251 Stillness and Activity, Saturday Lecture - Monastic Practice, Composure, Daily Life, Buddha Mind, Separation, Don't Know Mind, Big...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 21 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Digging Deep: Getting to the Bottom of the Soup Pot Serial: BZ-01250 Getting to the Bottom of Ourselves, Sesshin Day 3 - *Buddha Nature, Happiness, Dragons, confusion, Bowing, Liberation, Discrimination, Mindfulness...*	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 16 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Blue Cliff Record: Case #29 Serial: BZ-01249 It Will Be Gone With the Others, Sesshin Day 2 - BCR-29, Birth-and-Death, Silence, resistance, Five Ranks, Bodhisattva Vow, Liberation, Vow,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 15 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Buddha's Parinirvana Serial: BZ-01248 Sesshin Day 1 - Parinirvana, Nirvana, Impermanence, Birth-and-Death, Buddha's Birthday, Bodhisattva Way,...	Sojun Mel Weitsman	Feb 14 2004 Berkeley Zen Center
Trusting the Journey Within Serial: EB-00021 The talk examines the transformative potential of meditation and Zen practice, questioning whether these practices lead to visible life changes and proposing that true liberation lies in recognizing and trusting one's inherent... *Chanting, Liberation, Heart Sutra, Peace, Interview*	Edward Brown	Feb 08 2004

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