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Pathways to Zen Enlightenment Serial: KR-00235 The talk discusses the philosophy and teachings of Tōzan Zen master and Dōgen Zenji, focusing on the evasive nature of self and the mind, and the importance of practice in Buddhist life. It elaborates on a monk's journey towards... *Meditation, Chanting, Ceremony*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 29 1970
Embracing Liberation Through Zen Robes Serial: KR-00234 The talk discusses the significance of the Okesa, or Buddhist robe, in Zen practice, as explained by Dogen Zenji in the Shobo Genzo, specifically in the chapter "Kesa Kudoku no Maki" (Volume of the Merit of Kesa). It emphasizes... *Mahayana, Happiness, Buddha Nature, Discrimination, Culture, Anger, Building*...	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 16 1970
Embracing Natural Balance in Zen Serial: KR-00232 The talk explores the concept of control, particularly contrasting Western and Eastern interpretations, specifically within Zen practice. Emphasis is placed on the process of Zazen, or Zen meditation, not as a means of forcing... *Dragons, Concentration, Breath, Enemies, Posture, Hate, Pain*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 06 1970
Zen Wisdom: Path to True Nature Serial: KR-00231 This talk explores the principles of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the contrast between Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhism's approach to wisdom and practice. It highlights the central role of tranquility (Zen) and wisdom within the... *Mahayana, Precepts, Patience, Meditation, Enemies, Observe, Buddha Nature, Building, Politics...*	Katagiri Roshi	May 12 1970
Embracing No-Mind in Everyday Zen Serial: KR-00228 The talk explores the complex Buddhist concept of "no-mind" within Zen Buddhism, focusing on its integration into daily life through core principles of transiency (Mujo) and interdependence (Pratītyasamutpāda). It stresses the... *Buddha Mind, Impermanence, Don't Know Mind, Interview, Enemies, Community, Hate, Pain...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 21 1970
Embarking on the Zen Vessel Serial: KR-00226 The thesis of the talk centers on the concept of life force as articulated by Dogen Zenji, emphasizing unity between oneself and the world, reflected in the metaphor of a ship. Life force is explored through the practice of Zazen... *Hate, Tassajara, Enemies, difficulty, Attachment, Demons, Happiness, Religion, Meditation...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 12 1970
Present Moment Zen: Life Force Unveiled Serial: KR-00225 The talk delves into the nature of life force, emphasizing its existence in the present moment, as distinct from past and future conceptions created by the mind. It discusses how hate and thoughts stem from these mental... *Hate, Building, Happiness, Compassion*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 11 1970
Embracing Genjo: Presence as Practice Serial: KR-00224 The talk centers on the concept of "genjo" as the ultimate realization of one's existence and practice within the present moment, bridging life and death as part of a unified experience. The discussion emphasizes Dogen's... *Realization, Tassajara, Ego, Happiness*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 10 1970
Embracing the Exclamatory Self Serial: KR-00199 The talk discusses the concept of the "exclamatory self" and its implications for understanding human existence and interactions, emphasizing the limitations of rationale and intellect. It critiques the adherence to ideological... *Religion, Pain, Happiness, Lotus Sutra, Ceremony, Meditation, Passions, Enemies, Liberation,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 09 1970
Zen Unfiltered: Embracing Pure Experience Serial: KR-00223 The talk examines the practice of Zen and life force through the concepts of Tordatsu, Genjo, and Kikan as articulated by Dogen Zen. These teachings emphasize returning to one's original life force and fully experiencing life... Evil, Nirvana, Religion, Meditation, Realization, Fox, Conversation, Karma, Oneness...	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 09 1970
Settling In The Present Moment Serial: KR-00200 The primary focus of the talk is exploring the experience of loneliness and the struggle with existential desires during Zen practice, alongside the realization of happiness derived not from personal capability but from... *Happiness, Religion, Repentance, Intention, Bell, Ceremony, Attachment, Fasting, Vow,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 07 1970
Living Moment by Moment Zen Serial: KR-00201 The talk explores the concept of life as a continuous manifestation, or genjo, emphasizing living fully in the present without clinging to ideals about life or death. It discusses Dogen Zen’s teachings on transcending birth and... *Birth-and-Death, Religion, Lotus Sutra, Building, Realization, Discrimination*...	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 07 1970
Embodied Presence Beyond Understanding Serial: KR-00202 The talk focuses on the essence of Shikantaza as a method for engaging fully with one's embodied presence through the integration of body and mind, rather than mere intellectual understanding. The discussion emphasizes Dogen's... *Meditation, Fox, Compassion*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 05 1970
Settling Into The Present Moment Serial: KR-00203 The talk centers around the practice of Shikantaza, emphasizing the importance of deeply understanding this form of meditation beyond intellectual comprehension. The discussion also highlights Dogen Zenji's teachings on self-... *Compassion, Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 05 1970
Awakening Through Zen's No-Mind Serial: KR-00230 The talk provides an exploration of the Zen Buddhist concept of no-mind and koan Mu, discussed in the context of Zazen meditation. The focus is on understanding no-mind as an active concept in Zen practice, emphasizing the... *Interdependence, Don't Know Mind, Silence, Meditation, Gratitude, Rinzai, Mahayana,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 03 1970
True Self Beyond the Mind Stage Serial: KR-00204 The talk focuses on the Zen concept of understanding the self through perception and introspection, emphasizing that what is perceived on the "stage" of the mind (thoughts, desires, emotions) is not the true self. It highlights... *Anger, Concentration, Breath, Happiness, Meditation, Hate, Fox, Oneness, Pain*...	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 01 1970
Embracing Emotion Through Zen Practice Serial: KR-00205 The central thesis of the talk examines the relationship between emotions, particularly hate, and life force, emphasizing that emotions should be understood as an intrinsic part of one's existence. It discusses the practice of... *Hate, Consciousness*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 16 1970
Embracing Life's Unfathomable Flow Serial: KR-00206 The talk examines the Zen concept of enlightenment versus delusion, suggesting both to be identical when viewed from the perspective of ultimate reality. It emphasizes that the essence of life is unknowable and that one must... *Silence, Pain, Delusion, Don't Know Mind, Suffering, Bell, Community*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 12 1970
Embracing Pain Through Zen Calmness Serial: KR-00207 The talk focuses on the conceptualization of pain and existence within Zen philosophy, emphasizing that pain and suffering exist within a larger context or "big world" rather than within the individual. The discussion references... *Pain, Suffering, Compassion, Hate, Transmission, Ceremony, Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1970
Harmony in the Nature of Self Serial: KR-00208 The talk explores Zen practice through Dogen's teachings, specifically focusing on the concepts of "Igi Soku Buppo" (attitude and manner as foundational to Buddhism) and the idea of seeing things as they inherently are, expressed... *Bell, Discrimination, Hate, Subject-and-Object, Addiction, Interdependence, Offering, Chanting...*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1970
Awakening Within: Embrace Your Buddha Nature Serial: KR-00043 The talk explores the significance of the Buddha's enlightenment on December 8th, emphasizing the importance of personal experience of enlightenment, as understanding through texts is insufficient. It discusses the inherent... *New Year, Don't Know Mind, difficulty, Buddha Nature, Meditation, Chanting, Patience,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 28 1969
Embracing Emptiness: Transformative Awakening Serial: KR-00041 The talk focuses on the Buddhist concept of transformation and the Buddha mind, emphasizing how human behavior and spiritual attitudes supersede societal systems for achieving happiness. The discussion includes the Buddhist... *Evil, Happiness, Religion, Addiction, Birth-and-Death, Delusion, Discrimination, Suffering...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 04 1969
Infinite Wisdom: Emptiness in Practice Serial: KR-00040 The talk delves into the exploration of wisdom and the infinity of the world, examining the nature of subjectivity and objectivity through the lens of Zen teachings. The discourse discusses significant Buddhist principles like... *difficulty, Perfect Wisdom, Balance, Don't Know Mind, Meditation, Posture, Building,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 02 1969
Awakening the Inner Wellspring Wisdom Serial: KR-00039 The talk emphasizes the necessity of the way-seeking mind and wisdom, focusing on individual enlightenment derived from personal practice rather than borrowed teachings. The discussion compares this to drawing fresh water from a... *Ceremony, Delusion, Religion*	Katagiri Roshi	Nov 30 1969
Living Authentically Amid Tradition Serial: KR-00038 The talk primarily discusses the complexities of respecting traditions and individual choices in life, focusing on the significance of living respectfully in the present rather than being bound by principles, especially those... *Greed, Funeral, Observe, Ceremony, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 25 1969
Embodied Enlightenment Through Practice Serial: KR-00034 This talk explores the concept of "shugyo" in Zen Buddhism, translating to "refined practice," emphasizing the necessity of engaging with both mind and body to achieve enlightenment. The discussion addresses the Zen school's... *Right Effort, Religion*	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 19 1969
Beyond Words: Living Zen Wisdom Serial: KR-00033 The talk discusses Zen Buddhist teachings on the importance of not clinging to personal views and the practice of wisdom in daily life. It uses stories such as the narrative of Fuchang and the anecdote of Hakurakuten to... *Silence, difficulty, Meditation, Buddha Mind, Enemies, Buddha Nature, Discrimination,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Oct 07 1969
Finding Purpose in Chaos Serial: KR-00032 The talk explores the story of King Kuntun and the philosophical implications of chaos and the concept of completeness, comparing this tale to the lives of three individuals with unique paths, emphasizing the significance of... *Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 28 1969
Zen Action Beyond Form Serial: KR-00030 The talk analyzes a Zen koan from the "Mumonkan" or "Gateless Gate," specifically focusing on the story "Tipping Over a Water Vase". The narrative illustrates the non-attachment and direct action in Zen Buddhism, exemplified by... *Community, Building, Interview, Chanting, Balance, Delusion, Enthusiasm*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 27 1969
Settling in the Dharma Mind Serial: KR-00037 The talk explores the concepts of Right Thought (Shonen) and jhana in Zen Buddhism, focusing on Dogen Zenji’s teachings. Right Thought is presented as retaining the Dharma without forgetting, emphasizing the importance of... *Concentration, difficulty, Meditation, Happiness, Discrimination, Conversation, Observe,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 23 1969
Zazen: Unlocking True Nature Serial: KR-00036 The talk explicates Dogen's pivotal chapter "Bendo wa" from the "Shobo Genzo," emphasizing the primacy of Zazen as the essential practice within Zen Buddhism and the unique characteristics of single and direct transmission. The... *Transmission, Chanting, Birth-and-Death, Teacher-and-Student, Religion, Buddha Mind, Silence,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 07 1969
Experiencing Zen: Intuition Over Instruction Serial: KR-00029 The talk delves into the essence of Zen, emphasizing the concept of "nothing" as a foundational understanding, where teachings are not delivered through structured lessons but instead through direct experiences and interactions.... *Instruction, Concentration, Samadhi, difficulty, Meditation, Realization*	Katagiri Roshi	Sep 03 1969
Everyday Zen: Path to Enlightenment Serial: KR-00035 The talk explores the Zen teaching method that emphasizes everyday activities like washing dishes and cleaning as vital practices for understanding life and achieving enlightenment. The speaker contrasts this experiential... *Monastic Practice, Meditation, Bell, Ego, Emotions, difficulty, Religion*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 26 1969
Ignorance and Illumination in Zen Serial: KR-00026 The talk discusses the concepts of Zen meditation (Zenjo) and the profound significance of ignorance (Mumyo) in Buddhist practice. It emphasizes the role of concentration towards attaining enlightenment, discussing how ignorance... *Concentration, Meditation, Causation, Obstacles, Delusion, Karma, Intention, Nirvana, Religion...*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 1969
Embracing Change Through Mindful Balance Serial: KR-00028 The talk delves into the Buddhist concept of "right view" and "right thought," emphasizing the importance of understanding the nature of existence through the constant dynamics of change, and the principles of the Middle Path,... *Concentration, Monastic Practice, Ceremony, Delusion, Meditation, Instruction*...	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 22 1969
Zen in Action: Mindful Living Serial: KR-00027 The talk explores the concept of the union of mind and object, or "Sinkyo Ichi," within Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of integrating this state into daily life rather than viewing it as merely an ecstatic, detached... *Hate, Bell, Concentration, Discrimination, Observe, Meditation, Pain, Building*...	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 09 1969
Zen Clarity Through Communal Practice Serial: KR-00021 The talk examines the concept of "jyakujo," which signifies tranquility or silence in Zen practice. It emphasizes that true clarity and tranquility in Zen arise from continuous and communal practice rather than isolated... *Silence, Monastic Practice, Delusion, Birth-and-Death, Community, Obstacles, Balance,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 03 1969
Awakening Through Mindful Practice Serial: KR-00018 The talk emphasizes the importance of not forgetting and seeking a good teacher, protector, and helper through the practice of right thought, known as Shonen, and reflects deeply on the Buddhist principles of transiency and cause... Observe, Meditation, Causation, Evil, Posture, Community, Religion, Karma, Breath...	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 30 1969
Mindfulness in Motion: Zen Wisdom Serial: KR-00017 The talk delves into the concept of "right thought" (shonen) within the context of transiency and emptiness in Buddhism, emphasizing how one's mind should persistently adapt to the world of constant change. It draws from Zen... *Ceremony, Observe, Delusion, Meditation*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 28 1969
Mindful Presence in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00016 The talk delves into the concepts of right mindfulness, or "shonen," and "not forgetting," integral to Zen practice. The discussion emphasizes that maintaining right mindfulness equates to continuously thinking and being present... *Mindfulness, Concentration, Happiness*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 24 1969
Zen Water Wisdom: Unyielding Effort Unfolds Serial: KR-00015 The talk discusses the concept of human effort in Zen philosophy, using the metaphor of striving energetically as a trickle of water bore a hole in a rock. The terms "shojin" and "shozen shojin" are analyzed through their... *Consciousness, Big Mind, Obstacles, Emotions, New Year, Samadhi, Suffering, Ego, Hate,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 10 1969
Reviving Dogen's Dharma Transmission Serial: KR-00081 The talk focuses on the contrasting views of Manzan and Doctrine regarding the Dharma transmission in Sōtō Zen during the Edo period. The discussion emphasizes the critical need for realization in both teachers and disciples,... Dharma Transmission, Transmission, Realization, Ceremony, difficulty, Mandala, Soto Zen...	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 10 1969
Transcending Ego: Embracing Zen Selflessness Serial: KR-00313 The talk explores the concept of selflessness in Zen Buddhism, guided by Dogen's writings, specifically the chapter "Genjo Koan" in Shobo Genzo. It emphasizes that enlightenment, life and death, and moral dualities such as good... *Evil, Birth-and-Death, Attachment, Don't Know Mind, Community, Religion, Suffering, Pain...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 29 1969
Listening to Silence: Path to Harmony Serial: KR-00013 The talk examines the concept of transcending suffering through Zen practice by emphasizing the importance of listening to silence and tranquility amidst life's unavoidable challenges. It highlights the teachings of Dogen Zenji... *Silence, Big Mind, Suffering, Meditation, Birth-and-Death, Fox, Patience, Vow, Compassion,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 19 1969
Scratching the Itch of Existence Serial: KR-00014 The talk on April 18th, 1969, explores the paradoxical nature of desires and suffering through the metaphor of scratching an itch, questioning the true essence of happiness and the nature of change. It delves into the practice of... *Obstacles, Tassajara, Intention, Vow, Ceremony*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 18 1969
Zen Beyond Imitation and Ritual Serial: KR-00012 This talk emphasizes the necessity of transmitting the essence of Zen Buddhism authentically, without imitation or excuse, especially in the context of establishing Zen practice in the United States. Discussions also surface... *New Year, Lotus Sutra, Instruction, Buddha Nature, Demons, Mindfulness, Tassajara, Bell,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 17 1969
Journey Through Suffering to Enlightenment Serial: KR-00042 The talk discusses the concept of "skillful means" (upaya) in Buddhism, illustrating how these teachings help individuals reach enlightenment by understanding their innate ignorance and suffering. It emphasizes the necessity of... *Silence, Nirvana, Meditation, Don't Know Mind, Causation, Suffering, Pain, Lineage,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 15 1969
Climbing Life's Peaks for Insight Serial: KR-00031A The talk examines the themes of existential struggle and enlightenment through reflections on Buddhist concepts and personal experiences. It delves into the teachings of the Shobo Genzo and the Buddhist principle of causation,... *Birth-and-Death, New Year, Silence, Suffering, Pain, Causation, Continuous Practice, Vow,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 14 1969
Embracing Life's Simple Enlightenment Serial: KR-00031B The talk emphasizes the intrinsic nature of existence, suffering, and understanding life beyond intellectual discussions. Drawing upon the teachings and experiences of Dogen and the simplicity of enlightenment as illustrated in... *Silence, Causation, Suffering*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 14 1969
Beyond Perceptions: Embracing Buddha's World Serial: KR-00025 The main thesis examines the complexity of understanding the Buddha's world as discussed in the second chapter of Saddharma-Pundarika Sutra. The discourse emphasizes that true comprehension of the Buddha's world requires... *Monastic Practice, Patience, Offering, Buddha Mind, Lotus Sutra, Ceremony, Continuous Practice...*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 12 1969

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