This talk from the end of a 1965 sesshin focuses on the practice of chanting within Zen Buddhism, specifically referencing the "Maka Hannya Haramita Shin Gyo" and the "Robe Chant." The discussion highlights the significance of repetitive recitation and its role in deepening understanding and embodying the teachings of Shakyamuni Buddha.

• Robe Chant: An integral part of Zen practice, emphasizing the formal dedication to the precepts and spiritual commitment of practitioners.
• Maka Hannya Haramita Shin Gyo (Heart Sutra): Explores the core teachings of emptiness and non-attachment, foundational to Zen philosophy; its chanting reinforces the understanding of Prajnaparamita.
• Namo Shakyamuni: A repeated invocation that underscores reverence for the historical Buddha and aligns the practice with the lineage of his teachings.

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