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YYYY.01.30-serial.00066 Serial: SO-00066 The talk focuses on the concept of "entire being" as articulated by Dogen, emphasizing its nature beyond definitions typically attributed to being, such as emergent, original, or conditioned being. The discussion highlights Dogen... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Dogen*
YYYY.01.14-serial.00042 Serial: SO-00042 The talk explores the interconnectedness of Zen practice and Buddhist teachings, emphasizing the non-duality of perception and existence through texts like the Genjo Koan and Shobogenzo by Dogen, as well as Nagarjuna's Madhyamaka... *Buddha, Dogen, Time*
YYYY.01.17-serial.00036 Serial: SO-00036 The talk explores the Zen concept of liberation and reality, primarily focusing on the teachings of Seppo and Dogen's elaboration on them. It examines the idea that the entire world is a gate of liberation, reflecting on the... *Dogen, Time, Practice*
YYYY.01.17-serial.00037 Serial: SO-00037 The talk explores the concept of "expedient means" (upaya) in Mahayana Buddhism, focusing on its role as a tool for engaging with the ultimate truth through practical actions and practices, highlighting its presence and necessity... *Buddha, Practice, Bodhisattva*
Full Moon Bodhisattva Ceremony - Suzuki Roshi Memorial Serial: SF-00004 Pat Phelan, Layla Bockhorst, Steve Weintraub, Robert Lytle, Tatsugami Roshi The transcript reflects a rendition of a ceremony or litany that combines phrases of gratitude, praises, and religious invocations using a contemplative tone interspersed with elements of popular devotional expressions.... *Love, Vow, Buddha*	Various
YYYY.01.30-serial.00022 Serial: SO-00022 The talk focuses on the understanding of 'entire being' within Zen philosophy as articulated by Dogen Zenji. It emphasizes that 'entire being' encompasses everything yet transcends dualistic concepts like being and non-being,... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Dogen*
YYYY.01.29-serial.00016 Serial: SO-00016 The talk explores the concept of the Twelve Links of Causation within Buddhist thought, contrasting the established form with older versions from scriptures like the Dhammapada and Sutta Nipata. It highlights Dogen Zenji's... *Practice, Buddha, Dogen*
YYYY.05.DD-serial.00207 Serial: SO-00207 The talk explores Dogen's commentary on a conversation between Gensha and a monk, examining how the ten direction world is like a bright jewel. Emphasis is placed on the interplay between understanding and non-understanding as a... *Dogen, Karmic Consciousness, Discrimination*
YYYY.01.15-serial.00041 Serial: SO-00041 The talk centers on an exploration of Dogen's writings, particularly addressing the notions of true reality and all beings as discussed in "Shoho Jissō" and how every moment and action contain the complete essence of Buddha... *Buddha, Time, Practice*
YYYY.01.28-serial.00001 Serial: SO-00001 The talk discusses Dogen Zenji's multifaceted teachings and works, emphasizing the rigor in his practical and philosophical writings, and the seeming contradiction between his strict discipline and the concept of Sunyata or... *Dogen, Buddha, Buddhism*
YYYY.01.16-serial.00038 Serial: SO-00038 This talk delves into the interrelationship between life and death, practice and enlightenment, and the unification of samsara and nirvana in Zen tradition. Central to the discussion is the continuity of Dharma transmission... *Buddha, Practice, Nirvana*
YYYY.01.14-serial.00043 Serial: SO-00043 The talk explores the interpretation of the "Ten Suchnesses" from the Lotus Sutra, particularly through Tendai Buddhism and Dogen's writings, highlighting Chi'i's rearrangement of the order of these terms. The discussion... *Buddha, Lotus Sutra, Emptiness*
YYYY.01.28-serial.00002 Serial: SO-00002 The talk discusses the complexities of translating and understanding the essence of Dogen Zenji's teachings, particularly through the lens of the "Kesa Verse" from the Shōbō Genzō Kesakudoku. It explores the nuanced meaning of "... *Vow, Love, Practice*
YYYY.MM.DD-serial.00099A Serial: SO-00099A The talk explores the elusive and dynamic nature of Buddha nature, using metaphors such as "gold floating on the water" and "a jewel in the sunlight" to convey its indefinable characteristics. Emphasizing concepts put forth by... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Joshu*
YYYY.MM.DD-serial.00099B Serial: SO-00099B The talk examines Dōgen Zenji's unique interpretation of the "Dog and Buddha Nature" koan, contrasting it with the traditional interpretations in the "Mumonkan" and the "Shōyōroku." Dōgen's emphasis is on a non-dual understanding... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Dogen*
Unity in Zen: A Journey of Self Serial: SF-01771 The talk begins with a moment of meditation for peace, followed by a recounting of a personal journey influenced by family history, social justice advocacy, and an encounter with Zen practice. A narrative intertwines significant... *Practice Period, Peace, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Instruction, Suzuki Roshi, Zazen,...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Sep 11 Unknown
Why Become Abbot of Zen Center? Serial: SF-00938A The talk centers on a personal narrative exploring gratitude, life's transitions, and the journey towards understanding spiritual concepts, particularly within Zen philosophy. The speaker reflects on personal history, challenges... *Bodhisattva Vow, Practice Period, Precepts, Gratitude, Vow, Commitment, Bell, Suzuki Roshi,...*	Myogen Steve Stücky	Unknown
Awakening Through Non-Dual Identity Serial: SF-01885 Q&A The talk explores an experience of non-duality, described as the realization of identity with what was previously perceived as the "other," specifically in the context of a confrontation with a riot squad. This experience led to... *Evil, Suzuki Roshi, Separation, Peace, Zendo, Anger, Mill Valley, Impermanence, Tassajara Zen...*	Zenkei Blanche Hartman	Sep 11 Unknown

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