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Embracing Solitude for Inner Peace Serial: KR-00011 The talk explores the Zen concept of solitude and its connection to tranquility, emphasizing the importance of seclusion for contemplating the root of suffering. It contrasts Indian, Chinese, and Japanese perceptions of nature... *Silence, Meditation, Attachment, Bodhidharma, confusion, Gratitude, Community, Interview,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 25 1969
Zen Checkmate: Beyond Material Moves Serial: KR-00010 The talk explores the concept of contentment within Zen philosophy, emphasizing that true wealth is found in being satisfied with one's present state, regardless of material possessions or external circumstances. It draws... *Suffering, Delusion, Composure, Meditation, Lineage, Anger, Happiness, Hate*	Katagiri Roshi	Mar 1969
Transcending Ignorance Through Zazen Insight Serial: KR-00009 The talk delves into the concept of self-awareness and practice in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of observing oneself beyond mere verbal acknowledgment. It explores the deeper implications of ignorance, particularly its... *Attachment, Causation, Realization, Consciousness, Breath, Happiness, Community, Meditation,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 25 1969
Transcending Cycles Through Zen Mindfulness Serial: KR-00008 The talk explores the concepts of suffering and mindfulness through the framework of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the importance of understanding perception in terms of the twelve chains of causation. The discussion highlights the... *Causation, Suffering, Buddha Mind, Birth-and-Death, difficulty, Buddha Nature, Attachment,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 18 1969
Meditation as Living Enlightenment Serial: KR-00002 The talk focuses on the significance of practicing meditation as a tribute to Buddha's death, emphasizing the transmission of enlightenment teachings from Dogen's "Shobogenzo" and Buddha's last sermon. The speaker delves into... *Meditation, Transmission, Letting Go, Buddha Nature, Discrimination, Composure, Suffering,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1969
Awakening Beyond Desire Serial: KR-00003 The talk explores the concept of "Jiggyu Horak," which represents the bliss of enlightenment, as articulated by Dogen Zenji, and its manifestation through practices like Zazen meditation. It emphasizes that true enlightenment... *Delusion, Samadhi, Meditation, Nirvana, Subject-and-Object, Pain, Realization, Suffering,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1969
Fewer Desires, Ultimate Enlightenment Serial: KR-00004 The talk explores the concept of "less desires" in the context of achieving enlightenment and practicing Buddhism. The emphasis is on reducing desires to mitigate suffering and attain a peaceful state of mind, aligning with the... *Repentance, Delusion, Happiness, Vow, Meditation, Suffering, Mindfulness, Passions, Enemies,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1969
Embrace the Present, Transcend Desire Serial: KR-00005 The talk explores the concept of reducing desires to achieve contentment and enlightenment in Zen philosophy. Emphasizing the practice of "Ichigyo Zanmai," or single action Samadhi, it addresses how staying in the present moment... Passions, Delusion, Nirvana, Repentance, Diversity, Meditation, Intention, Building...	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1969
Embracing Unity: Beyond Duality in Zen Serial: KR-00006 The talk elaborates on the Zen Buddhist concept of "one plus one equals one," highlighting the intrinsic unity of tranquility and dynamic existence, or "suchness." The speaker describes Zen as not merely striving for tranquility... *Discrimination, Realization, Anger, Suffering, Consciousness, Pain*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1969
Zen's Path to Everyday Contentment Serial: KR-00007 The talk examines the concept of contentment in Zen, specifically through the practice of "chi sok wa," which translates to learning of contentment. It emphasizes accepting circumstances beyond human speculation and describes how... *Suffering, Causation, Fasting, Greed, Intention, Anger, difficulty*	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 1969
Zen Dynamics: Embrace Tranquil Action Serial: KR-00001 The talk emphasizes the importance of expressing and sharing one's Buddhist knowledge and inner experiences, aligning personal practice with enlightenment, and overcoming dualistic understanding through Zen philosophy. The... *Beginners, confusion, Delusion, Discrimination*	Katagiri Roshi	1969
Zen Chaos and Cultural Awakening Serial: KR-00022 The talk explores the cultural dynamics of the 'buzoku' tribe, a Japanese counterculture movement, drawing parallels to Zen practice and Buddhist teachings, exemplified by Nagasawa's experiences in India and America. A key... *Meditation, difficulty, Don't Know Mind, Chanting, Building, Silence, Buddha Nature,...*	Katagiri Roshi	1969
Realizing Truth Beyond Reason Serial: KR-00023 The talk explores the concept of "dhammata," a term translated into Japanese as "shokou jissou" and discusses its essential role in understanding the truth and reality as taught by Shakyamuni Buddha. It elaborates on the idea... *Ceremony, Silence, Buddha Nature, Delusion, Meditation, Passions, Causation, Chanting,...*	Katagiri Roshi	1969
Transcending Perceptions Through Zazen Practice Serial: KR-00024 The talk centers on the concept of Buddha as manifesting in various forms, specifically delineating the transition from Sambhogakaya to Nirmanakaya Buddhas, emphasizing the experiential nature of practicing Zazen and the... Birth-and-Death, difficulty, Delusion, Causation, Greed, Nirvana, Anger, Lay, Ceremony...	Katagiri Roshi	1969
Mindful Cooking: Zen's Path to Wisdom Serial: KR-00019 The talk explores the Zen Buddhist concept of Jhāna, emphasizing the equality of calmness (Jō) and wisdom (E), as conveyed by Shigetsu Zen Master. This includes the principle of neither abandoning illusions nor attaining... *Discrimination, Meditation, Chanting, Oneness, Lay, Religion, Hate*	Katagiri Roshi
Dreaming Beyond Desire: Embracing Zazen Serial: KR-00020 This talk discusses the nature of human suffering as primarily stemming from greed and desire, as highlighted in the Lotus Sutra. It explores the concept of life as a dream and the non-attachment to decisions and precepts as... *Precepts, Greed, Concentration, Delusion, difficulty, Samadhi, Lotus Sutra, Causation,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Bodhisattvas and Buddhas: Unified Pathways Serial: KR-00363 The talk focuses on the spirit of Naya in Zen Buddhism and underscores three critical meanings of the bodhisattva precepts, arguing that bodhisattvas and buddhas are not distinct entities but rather unified in practice and... *Precepts, Impermanence, Continuous Practice, Oneness, Buddha Nature, Beginners, Realization,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Living Zen: Truth and Practice Serial: KR-00366 The talk emphasizes the integration of truth with practice in Zen, highlighting how speech and actions must align with teachings for genuine practice of Buddha's Dharma. The speaker discusses Dogen Zenji's insights, especially... *Precepts, Buddha Nature, Don't Know Mind, Greed, Lay, Emotions, Interview, Continuous...*	Katagiri Roshi
Zen Present: Living the Vow Serial: KR-00367 The talk focuses on the practice of Zen, particularly the concept of "letting go" and living in the present moment through complete devotion to zazen. It also touches on the importance of practicing without attachment, the... *Intuition, Impermanence, Intention, Passions, Compassion, Consciousness, confusion, Emotions,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Zen Paths: Bridging Traditions and Transformation Serial: KR-00368 The talk explores the evolution and impact of monasticism in China and Japan, focusing on the tensions between local traditions and Buddhist practices. It examines Buddhism's integration within, and influence on, these societies... *Building, confusion, Monastic Practice, Politics, Intuition, Community, Culture, Don't...*	Katagiri Roshi
Liberation Through Tibetan Monastic Life Serial: KR-00369 The talk centers on Tibetan monasticism, framing it as a transformative space that transcends the self-preservation drive inherent in evolution, achieving universal cherishing aligned with enlightenment. This discussion critiques... *Transmission, Meditation, Happiness, Culture, Lineage, Monastic Practice, Liberation,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Zen Pathways to Present Peace Serial: KR-00370 The talk explores the concept of "Direct Transmission" in Zen Buddhism as detailed in the text "Gakudo Yojinshu", focusing on the practice of "Shikantaza" (just sitting) and "Sanshi Monpo" (absorption in a teacher and listening... *Buddha Nature, Transmission, Consciousness, Emotions, Attachment, Constancy, Demons,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Compassionate Path Through Zen Practice Serial: KR-00376 The talk focuses on the essence of Zen practice, emphasizing compassion and the interconnectedness of suffering as central to spiritual life. The discourse explores the dynamic of embracing and letting go of suffering to deepen... *Consciousness, Suffering, Impermanence, Ego, Letting Go, confusion, Right Speech, Compassion,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Monasticism: Catalyst for Societal Transformation Serial: KR-00379 The talk centers on the revolutionary role of Buddhist monasticism in societal transformation, tracing its historical development in India, Tibet, China, and Japan, and considering its implications for contemporary American... *Enemies, Monastic Practice, Culture, Dragons, Sangha, Meditation, Community, Compassion, Hate...*	Katagiri Roshi
Vow Beyond Habit: Zen Unity Serial: KR-00380 The talk examines the concept of "living in Ba," emphasizing the notion that spiritual practice transcends mere habitual actions through the cultivation of a vow or commitment. It articulates how true understanding and practice... *Balance, Vow, Building, Patience, Instruction, Culture, Emotions, Attachment*...	Katagiri Roshi
Buddhist Practices in Modern America Serial: KR-00381 The talk primarily examines the application of monastic Buddhist practices in the context of modern American culture, focusing on the challenges of integrating celibacy, relationship dynamics, and the cultural pursuit of... *Lay, Heart Sutra, Commitment, Religion, Culture, Community, Happiness, Sangha, Hindrances...*	Katagiri Roshi
Transmuting Desire Through Emptiness Meditation Serial: KR-00382 The talk centers on understanding and transforming desire, particularly sexual desire, through Buddhist methodologies, emphasizing the role of emptiness meditation. The discussion outlines tantric methods to transmute desire... *Attachment, Subject-and-Object, Culture, Meditation, Addiction, Heart Sutra, Realization,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Celibate Pathways to Liberation Serial: KR-00387 The talk explores the role of celibacy in spiritual practice, particularly within Zen Buddhism, as a path towards liberation. It discusses creating controlled environments to facilitate celibacy, how celibacy intersects with lay... *Lineage, Culture, Vow, Ordination, Conversation, Liberation, Intention, Ego, Precepts, Nirvana...*	Katagiri Roshi
Zen Harmony Through Everyday Absorption Serial: KR-00388 The discussion revolves around the Zen concept of "Direct Transmission," emphasizing the importance of Shikantaza (just sitting) and Sanshi Monpo (absorption in the teacher and listening to the Dharma) as key practices. It covers... *Buddha Nature, Transmission, Consciousness, Letting Go, Attachment, Emotions, Demons, Fox...*	Katagiri Roshi
Living the Vow Beyond Desire Serial: KR-00389 The talk explores the concept of "living in vow" through Zen practice, emphasizing forming habits of performing simple daily actions without desire. It contrasts habit-forming based on desires with living in vow, focusing on... *Suffering, Anger, Attachment, Consciousness, Balance, Liberation, Building, Meditation,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Mindful Paths to Enlightened Living Serial: KR-00390 The talk delves into the integration of mindfulness with monastic wisdom, discussing how lay practitioners and monks alike can engage in continuous meditation through mindfulness as a means of realizing higher states of... *Meditation, Heart Sutra, Mindfulness, Precepts, Non-duality, Culture, Lay, Instruction,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Buddhist Monasticism: Evolution and Adaptation Serial: KR-00391 The talk primarily addresses the evolution of Japanese monasticism, focusing on the transformation of traditional practices, particularly celibacy, and the adaptation of Buddhist institutions in response to social and historical... Precepts, Ordination, Lineage, Culture, Liberation, Vow, Community, Lay, Commitment...	Katagiri Roshi
Celibacy and Liberation: A Spiritual Path Serial: KR-00392 The talk focuses on the spiritual practice of celibacy in Buddhism, discussing its role in the pursuit of liberation. The speaker outlines the practice within monastic settings, highlighting the strict separation and controlled... *Lineage, New Year, Liberation, Intention, Vow, Conversation, Ego, Precepts, Discrimination...*	Katagiri Roshi
Embracing Emptiness with Compassionate Wisdom Serial: KR-00393 The talk centers on the profound philosophical concept of emptiness in Buddhism, primarily drawing on discussions from Shantideva's Bodhicaryavatara and the Heart Sutra. It examines how Avalokiteshvara's realization of emptiness... *Subject-and-Object, Culture, Mindfulness, Realization, Compassion, Heart Sutra, Meditation,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Zen Democracy in Monastic Life Serial: KR-00394 The talk explores the dynamics of democracy and adaptability in monastic life, arguing that rules and systems within a monastic community have developed in response to communal needs, allowing for self-transformation in line with... *Attachment, Religion, Community, Meditation, Addiction, Heart Sutra, Four Noble Truths,...*	Katagiri Roshi
Bridging Monastic Paths and Western Life Serial: KR-00395 The talk addresses the adaptation of monastic paths in America, questioning how Buddhist practices observed in Asia translate in the Western context, particularly within monastic settings. The discussion emphasizes the... *Lay, Commitment, Heart Sutra, Happiness, Monastic Practice, Culture, Community, Vow, Sangha...*	Katagiri Roshi
Temporary Vows, Timeless Growth Serial: KR-00396 The talk discusses the concept of temporary monastic vows, particularly the monk or nun-for-a-day practice, which involves observing a modified version of the eight precepts found in the Vinaya. This practice is explored through... *Precepts, Heart Sutra, Community, Meditation, Instruction, Non-duality, Pain, Teacher-and-...*	Katagiri Roshi
Gratitude and Connection in Zen Serial: KR-00298 The discussion centers around expressing gratitude and the importance of maintaining connections within the Zen community. It explores the logistical and personal considerations for facilitating visits, teachings, and potential... *Practice Period, New Year, Tassajara, Building, Gratitude, Lay*	Katagiri Roshi
Kesa: Weaving Spiritual History Into Fabric Serial: KR-00383 The talk explores the practice of okesha sewing and the historical and spiritual significance of the kesa, tracing back to Shakyamuni Buddha and its evolution across regions, specifically its symbolic and practical shifts from... Anger, Ceremony, Evil, Greed, Transmission, Lay, Intimacy, Pain, Bodhidharma, Demons...	Katagiri Roshi	Feb 04
Endless Practice, True Self Discovery Serial: KR-00229 The talk focuses on the quest for understanding one's true nature through Zen practice and the futility of traditional achievements or external recognitions in realizing that understanding. It emphasizes the teachings of Dogen... *Lotus Sutra*	Katagiri Roshi	Apr 13
Embodied Mindfulness Through Zen Practice Serial: KR-00373 The talk explores the concept of "living the vow" in everyday Zen practice, emphasizing the cultivation of a non-dualistic state through the observation of impermanence and egolessness. This practice involves fully engaging in... *Continuous Practice, Intention, Consciousness, Impermanence, Intuition, Right Speech, Buddha...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 04
Harmony in Presence: Zen Unfolded Serial: KR-00375 The talk emphasizes the fundamental Zen practice of harmonizing body and mind, drawing from Dogen Zenji's teachings. It highlights the significance of experiencing "bodhichitta" through understanding impermanence and practicing... *Impermanence, Concentration, Anger, confusion, Emotions, Building, Intuition, Samadhi, Enemies...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 05
Mastery in Letting Go Serial: KR-00233 The talk centers on the concept of "finishing touches" in Zen practice, emphasizing that true mastery involves letting go of conscious control over actions and accepting the natural order or "Absolute" state of existence where... *Composure*	Katagiri Roshi	Jun 07
Kesa: Threads of Spiritual Liberation Serial: KR-00301 The talk explores the concept of "kesa," a Buddhist ceremonial robe, delving into its significance and symbolism as described in Buddhist texts. The discussion covers the translation and interpretation challenges of kesa,... *Liberation, Four Noble Truths, difficulty, Delusion, Emotions, Chanting, Greed, Nirvana,...*	Katagiri Roshi	Jul 27
Ego's Dance in Zen Practice Serial: KR-00305 The talk examines the practice of making the Rakusu and chanting in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of engaging in these activities without seeking outcomes, as doing so transforms life into a 'magic' or a mere game. The... *Ego, Evil, Monastic Practice, Delusion, Oneness*	Katagiri Roshi	Aug 20
Buffalo Wisdom: Embracing Nature's Harmony Serial: KR-00378 The talk emphasizes the philosophical exploration of surrendering oneself to nature, understanding life's value in connection with others, and creating meaningful concepts for future generations. It reflects on the idea that true... *Observe*	Katagiri Roshi	Dec 13

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