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Title	Speaker	Date
July 20th, 2003, Serial No. 00104 Serial: TL-00104 - *Mill Valley, Religion, Desire, Priest*		Jul 20 2003
June 14th, 2003, Serial No. 00117 Serial: TL-00117 - *Intimacy, Karmic Consciousness, Shosan, Gratitude*		Jun 14 2003
June 14th, 2003, Serial No. 00118 Serial: TL-00118 - *Avalokiteshvara, Pain, Joshu, Money, Tenzo*		Jun 14 2003
June 14th, 2003, Serial No. 00136 Serial: TL-00136 - *Lay, Rinzai, Avalokiteshvara, Blue Cliff Record, Priest*		Jun 14 2003
May 18th, 2003, Serial No. 00111 Serial: TL-00111 - *Passions, Zazen Mind, Buddha Ancestors, Bodhisattva Way*		May 18 2003
Moonlit Path to Zen Enlightenment Serial: SF-04330 The talk begins with an accessible explanation of Zen teachings through Dogen's reflections on the full moon, emphasizing the importance of perceiving natural beauty and connecting with the essence of Zen Buddhism. Transitioning... *Cultivation, Buddha Ancestors, Oneness*		May 03 2003
January 11th, 2003, Serial No. 00110 Serial: TL-00110 - *Faith, New Year, Peace, Impermanence*		Jan 11 2003
December 7th, 2002, Serial No. 00108 Serial: TL-00108 - *Lotus Sutra, Evil, Faith, Hate*		Dec 07 2002
August 3rd, 2002, Serial No. 00083 Serial: TL-00083 - *Karmic Consciousness, Joshu, Impermanence, Freedom*		Aug 03 2002
Interwoven Time: Zen and Responsibility Serial: SF-04337 The talk explores the concept of time, lineage, and responsibility through the lens of Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of past, present, and future. The discussion delves into the concept of "deep time" as... *Evil, Peace, Politics, Ceremony*		Jun 16 2002
June 16th, 2002, Serial No. 00123 Serial: TL-00123 - *Evil, Peace, Politics, Ceremony*		Jun 16 2002
June 15th, 2002, Serial No. 00143 Serial: TL-00143 - *Lotus Sutra, Five Ranks, Oneness, Rinzai*		Jun 15 2002
April 13th, 2002, Serial No. 00067 Serial: TL-00067 - *Blue Cliff Record, Nirvana, Posture, Practice Period, Demons*		Apr 13 2002
March 9th, 2002, Serial No. 00153 Serial: TL-00153 - *Jewel Mirror Samadhi*		Mar 09 2002
February 6th, 2002, Serial No. 00088 Serial: TL-00088 - *Avalokiteshvara, Intuition, Diversity*		Feb 06 2002
The One Who's Not Busy Serial: SF-04338 The talk focuses on the Zen story of two brothers, highlighting the theme of busyness versus awareness. One brother, Yun Yan, responds to his brother Da Wu's comment about being too busy by stating there is "one who's not busy,"... *Duality, Manjushri, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Faith*		Feb 03 2002
Whispers of Awakening: The Zen Path Serial: SF-04357 The talk explores the concept of "bodhicitta," or "mind of the way," in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the initial spiritual impulse towards awakening and compassion for all beings. This theme is illustrated through a traditional Zen... *Religion, Mill Valley, Shosan, Desire*		Feb 02 2002
January 16th, 2002, Serial No. 00078 Serial: TL-00078 - *Joshu, Beginners, Transmission*		Jan 16 2002
December 7th, 2001, Serial No. 00164 Serial: TL-00164 - *Evil, Faith, Bodhisattva Way*		Dec 07 2001
December 5th, 2001, Serial No. 00112, Side A Serial: TL-00112A - *Realization, Sekito Kisen, Don't Know Mind, Buddha Mind, Lay Ordination*...		Dec 05 2001
December 5th, 2001, Serial No. 00112, Side B Serial: TL-00112B - *Buddha Mind, Renunciation, Sekito Kisen, Karmic Consciousness, Building*		Dec 05 2001
October 24th, 2001, Serial No. 00090 Serial: TL-00090 - *Mahayana, Heart Sutra, Bodhidharma, Silence, Tozan*		Oct 24 2001
Lotus Sutra's Zen Ecology Awakening Serial: SF-04345 The talk offers an in-depth exploration of the Lotus Sutra's profound influence on Zen Buddhism, particularly through the teachings of Eihei Dogen. It discusses the Zen Buddhist perspective on the Earth and space, emphasizing the... Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Evil, Blue Cliff Record, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center...		Oct 13 2001
Mindfulness Over Materialism in America Serial: SF-04339 The talk focuses on the intersection of Buddhism with American culture, particularly critiquing consumerism as a prevailing "religion" in contrast to Buddhist values. By outlining the adaptation of Buddhism through historical... *Religion, Happiness, Desire, Addiction, Faith*		Sep 09 2001
September 2001 talk, Serial No. 00062 Serial: TL-00062 - *Lotus Sutra, Realization, Silence, Nirvana Sutra, Vinaya*		Sep 2001
August 12th, 2001, Serial No. 00091 Serial: TL-00091 - *Ceremony, Intimacy, Balance, Concentration, Uchiyama*		Aug 12 2001
The Essence of Continuous Practice Serial: SF-04344 The talk examines excerpts from Eihei Kōroku by Zen Master Dogen, particularly focusing on Dogen's later teachings. It highlights the importance of daily practices and the realization of Dharma in everyday activities, discussing... *Book of Serenity, Non-attachment, Samsara, Hongzhi, Attachment*		Jun 04 2001
Everyday Courage in Zen Practice Serial: SF-04346 The talk elaborates on the metaphorical courage of everyday Zen practice as described through teachings and imagery found in Buddhist texts. The narrative emphasizes transcending the notion of future enlightenment predictions,... *Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Ordinary Mind, Vimalakirti, Diversity, Ego*		May 29 2001
Moonlit Paths to Enlightenment Serial: SF-04347 The talk focuses on Dogen's views on themes of enlightenment and the natural world, using the full moon as a symbol of completeness and beauty. The discourse delves into interpretations of Zen images and koans, such as the full... *Buddha's Birthday, Bodhidharma, Fox, Book of Serenity, Sandokai*		May 22 2001
Evolving Zen: Dogen's Monastic Insights Serial: SF-04348A The talk explores Zen Master Dogen's later teachings, focusing on the formal discourses delivered to his monks at Eheiji Temple. It examines the transformation in Dogen's approach from his earlier general teachings to a monastic-... *Intimacy, Karmic Consciousness, Gratitude, Doubt, Ordinary Mind*		May 14 2001
Wholehearted Practice, Universal Enlightenment Serial: SF-04348B This talk discusses Dogen's teachings on the importance of engaging completely in a single practice as a path to realizing the universal nature of all practices, specifically referencing the historical context of 13th-century... *Fox, Funeral, Patience, Bodhidharma, Thich Nhat Hanh*		May 14 2001
Ehe Koroku: Language and Perception in Zen Serial: SF-04349 The talk centers on the ongoing translation of Dogen’s "Ehe Koroku," a 10-volume work consisting mostly of short formal Dharma talks, known as Jodo. These were given in a high-seat setting and are distinct from the more informal... *Dream World, Buddha's Birthday, Bodhidharma, Lay*		May 01 2001
Zen Illumination in Modern Life Serial: SF-04354 The talk primarily explores the teachings from "Cultivating the Empty Field," a translation of writings by Tian Tongzhi, an influential Chinese Zen master in the Soto Zen tradition. These writings articulate the experience of... *Cultivation, Silent Illumination, Nirvana, Oneness*		Jan 06 2001
January 6th, 2001, Serial No. 00154 Serial: TL-00154 - *Cultivation, Silent Illumination, Nirvana, Oneness*		Jan 06 2001
Serene Illumination: Nature's Zen Pathway Serial: SF-04336 The talk centers on Hongzhe, a 12th-century Chinese Zen master known for his practice of Silent or Serene Illumination and his vivid nature metaphors that illustrate meditative awareness. Emphasis is placed on cultivating an "... *Balance, Hongzhi, Branching Streams, Oneness, Realization*		Oct 01 2000
Awakening Within Everyday Dilemmas Serial: SF-04356 The talk focuses on Dogen's "Genjo Koan," emphasizing the importance of embodying Zen teachings in everyday life by manifesting and resolving personal dilemmas. This traditional text, originally a letter, discusses delusion and... *Realization, Pain, Letting Go, Balance, Posture*		Jun 24 2000
Awakening Our Universal Buddha Nature Serial: SF-04340 The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature, drawing parallels between Buddha nature and the divine within certain theological contexts, particularly comparing it to the Christian concept of God. It delves into the practice of... *Karmic Consciousness, Cultivation, Building*		Apr 30 2000
Transformative Harmony in Zazen Practice Serial: SF-06953 This talk focuses on the unique experience of participating in a practice period at Tassajara, emphasizing the interconnectedness of practice and the transformative power of Zazen. The discussion prominently features Dogen Zenji'... Practice Period, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, Buddha Ancestors, Impermanence, Bell...		Mar 24 2000
October 3rd, 1999, Serial No. 00093 Serial: TL-00093 - *Patience, Intention, Ego, Happiness, Separation*		Oct 03 1999
Skillful Paths to Collective Awakening Serial: SF-04333 This talk explores the concept of skillful means in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of recognizing our individuality in the journey towards awakening, or Buddha nature. It uses the Lotus Sutra’s parable of the burning house... Lotus Sutra, Nirvana, Ordinary Mind, Tassajara Zen Mountain Center, First Principle...		Sep 19 1999
Embrace Impermanence Through Zen Time Serial: SF-04459 The discussion explores the concept of time through Zen philosophy, examining its fluid and impermanent nature which is central to Buddhist teachings. The interconnection between time, suffering, and impermanence is highlighted,... *Impermanence, Mindfulness, New Year, Forgiveness, Letting Go*		Jun 16 1999
September 27th, 1998, Serial No. 00080 Serial: TL-00080 - *Harmonizing, Attachment, Building, Vimalakirti, Mahayana*		Sep 27 1998
September 27th, 1998, Serial No. 00156 Serial: TL-00156 - *Harmonizing, Attachment, Building, Blue Cliff Record, Vimalakirti*		Sep 27 1998
September 27th, 1998, Serial No. 00157 Serial: TL-00157 - *Harmonizing, Attachment, Building, Blue Cliff Record, Thich Nhat Hanh*		Sep 27 1998
Embodied Compassion: Zen's Living Bodhisattvas Serial: SF-04341 The talk focuses on the concept of Bodhisattvas within the context of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing their roles as cosmic figures, spiritual guides, and reflections of our inner qualities. Central figures such as Shakyamuni Buddha,... *Avalokiteshvara, Manjushri, Practice Period, Lotus Sutra*		May 30 1998
May 24th, 1998, Serial No. 00065 Serial: TL-00065 - *Manjushri, Religion, Vimalakirti, Diversity, Commitment*		May 24 1998
May 24th, 1998, Serial No. 00119 Serial: TL-00119 - *Manjushri, Religion, Vimalakirti, Diversity, Commitment*		May 24 1998
November 9th, 1997, Serial No. 00151 Serial: TL-00151 - *Uchiyama, Religion, Faith, Money, Six Realms*		Nov 09 1997
June 17th, 1997, Serial No. 00124 Serial: TL-00124 - *Offering, Manjushri, Vimalakirti, causation*		Jun 17 1997
June 3rd, 1997, Serial No. 00125 Serial: TL-00125 - *Duality, Patience, Chanting, Desire*		Jun 03 1997

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