Ekos
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The talk explores the recitation and significance of the Ekos, a ceremonial chant in Zen Buddhism, focusing on themes related to the Heart Sutra and the transformative practice of Bodhisattva vows. Emphasis is placed on Monju (Manjushri) Bodhisattva's influence and the propagation of Dharmic teachings.
- Heart Sutra (Prajnaparamita): The talk centers on chanting verses derived from this key Mahayana Buddhist text, illustrating its role in Zen ceremonies and its teachings on emptiness and perception.
- Manjushri (Monju) Bodhisattva: Manjushri is discussed as a significant figure in Zen tradition, representing the embodiment of wisdom and enlightening practice pivotal in the Ekos recitation.
- San Do Kai by Sekito Kisen: Mentioned as part of the ritual praises, this poem addresses the interconnectedness and unity of subject and object, aligning with the central Dharmic messages shared in Zen traditions.
- Dai Hi Shindara Ni: Invokes the universal compassion emblematic in Zen practice, aligning chants with the broader aspiration of alleviating suffering through compassionate acts and understanding.
This summary highlights the ceremonial aspects and philosophical implications discussed in the talk, focusing on the integration of key Zen texts and practices into daily ritual.
AI Suggested Title: Embodying Wisdom Through Zen Chants
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There is an incomplete copy of Suzuki Roshi's talk on June 22nd 1971 after the end of this track. Complete versions of that talk are available.
The track must have been recorded over the copy of the talk.
AHANYA HARAMI TASHIN YOHO KANJI SAI BO SATSU SHO SAI MYO GICHI JO DARA NI I NOMO SAMAN NAMO DONNA ONYE KOI NEGAWA KUWA SHINJI USHIDE SHOKAN WO TARETAMAE JORAI MAKA AHANYA HARAMI TASHIN YOHO SHO SAI MYO GICHI JO DARA NI
[01:05]
SHO SAI MYO GICHI JO DARA NI DAI HON KYO SHU HON SHI SHAKA MUNI BUTSU SHIN DAN SHO SO BO DAI DARMA DAI WO SHO NICHI GI SHASO I E DO GEN DAI WO SHO DAI SHO MON JU SHURI WO SATSU NO TAME NISHIDATE MATSURI HAN YI WAN YI MOKU YIN KOTO KUO SHI HO SAN SHI
[02:16]
MAKA AHANYA HARAMI TASHIN YOHO KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI ONYE KOI NEGAWA KUWA SHOKAN USHIDE KANNO WO TARETAMAE JORAI MAKA AHANYA HARAMI TASHIN YOHO KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI
[03:25]
KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI KOKUNO NO SANSAI NOGAKU SHOSEN KODO KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI
[04:38]
ONYE KOI NEGAWA KUWA SHINJI USHIDE SHOKAN WO TARETAMAE JORAI SANDOKAI WO FUJUSU ATSUMURU TOKORO NO SHIKUN WO IBASHIBUTSU DAIOSHO SHIKIBUTSU DAIOSHO SANGOKU DENTO REGI DAISOSHI NO TAME NISHIDATE MATSURI KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI
[05:43]
KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI ONYE KOI NEGAWA KUWA SANBO USHIDE SHOKAN WO TARETAMAE JORAI DAIHI SHINDARA NI WO FUJUSU ATSUMURU TOKORO NO KUDOKUWA KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI
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KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI [...]
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KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI [...]
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KANJI SAI BOSATSU GYO SHI [...]
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