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Title	Speaker	Date
1999.11.28-serial.00153 Serial: EB-00153 -	Edward Brown	Nov 28 1999
1999.11.27-serial.00156 Serial: EB-00156 - *Emptiness, Don't Know Mind, Freedom, Sutra, Bowing*	Edward Brown	Nov 27 1999
1999.11.26-serial.00154 Serial: EB-00154 -	Edward Brown	Nov 26 1999
1999.11.26-serial.00155 Serial: EB-00155 -	Edward Brown	Nov 26 1999
Zen Generosity: Beyond Material Giving Serial: EB-00005 The main focus of the talk is the concept of giving and generosity within the context of Zen Buddhism. It explores how giving can be understood beyond material offerings, highlighting simple actions like providing attention,... *Conversation, Buddha's Birthday, Dragons, Offering, Don't Know Mind*...	Edward Brown	Nov 07 1999
1999.09.05-serial.00150 Serial: EB-00150 - *Concentration, Mindfulness, Letting Go, Monkey Mind, Sanctuary, Don't Know Mind, Nirvana...*	Edward Brown	Sep 05 1999
1999.09.05-serial.00151 Serial: EB-00151 - *Sangha, Precepts, Greed, Building, realization, Ordination, Evil, Equanimity, Community,...*	Edward Brown	Sep 05 1999
1999.09.05-serial.00152 Serial: EB-00152 -	Edward Brown	Sep 05 1999
1999.09.04-serial.00149 Serial: EB-00149 - *Forgiveness, Gratitude, Silence, Faith, realization, Culture, Desire*	Edward Brown	Sep 04 1999 Green Gulch Farm
1999.08.12-serial.00147 Serial: EB-00147 - *Bowing, Buddha Nature, Desire, Offering, Letting Go, Faith, Observe, Discrimination, Bell...*	Edward Brown	Aug 12 1999 Tassajara
Stretching Into Life's Impermanence Serial: EB-00146 The talk addresses the struggle with impermanence and the concept of "stretching" both in physical and metaphorical terms. A central theme is embracing life's challenges and changes as an opportunity for growth, akin to Suzuki... *Daily Life, Big Mind, resistance, Okesa, War*	Edward Brown	Aug 11 1999
Zen Pathways to Personal Freedom Serial: EB-00244 The talk explores the significance of Zen practice in shaping personal life choices and self-perception, particularly after extended periods within and outside Zen Center. It discusses how the practice facilitates self-awareness... *Posture, Practice Period, Harmonizing, Freedom, Daily Life*	Edward Brown	Aug 09 1999
Zen Paths: Persevere and Empower Serial: EB-00144 This talk focuses on the themes of perseverance, direct experience, and personal empowerment within the context of Zen practice, drawing connections between these concepts and broader life experiences. Inspired by a New Yorker... *Ego, Way-Seeking Mind, Faith, Tenzo, Hate*	Edward Brown	Aug 04 1999
Embrace Uncertainty With Courage Serial: EB-00145 The talk emphasizes the importance of perseverance and taking action even in the face of uncertainty and self-doubt, drawing parallels between the advice of Ernest Hemingway and teachings in Zen philosophy, particularly those of... *Ego, Way-Seeking Mind, Faith, Tenzo, Hate*	Edward Brown	Aug 04 1999
1999.08.03-serial.00148 Serial: EB-00148 - *Concentration, Chanting, Bell, Posture, Interview, Balance, Emotions, Monks, Passions, Lay...*	Edward Brown	Aug 03 1999 Tassajara
Zen Pathways to Everyday Enlightenment Serial: EB-00143 The talk explores the theme of experiencing life directly and sincerely, emphasizing the teachings of Zen. It discusses how every element of life, even mundane tasks like cooking, can lead to enlightenment if approached with... *Freedom, Hate, Ordinary Mind, Practice Period, Rumi*	Edward Brown	Aug 02 1999
Embrace Impermanence, Transcend Suffering Serial: EB-00142 The talk centers on the Zen Buddhist perspective of pain and suffering, emphasizing that while pain is unavoidable, suffering is a choice stemming from judgments of good and bad. The discussion highlights the practice of... *Posture, Shikantaza, Dragons, Emptiness*	Edward Brown	Jun 09 1999
Authenticity Through Mindful Existence Serial: EB-00249A The talk explores the themes of authenticity, presence, and the practice of meditation, particularly Zazen, as a means to discover one's true self. The discussion emphasizes the concept of centering oneself in the moment to... *Posture, Way-Seeking Mind, Delusion, Don't Know Mind, Beginners*	Edward Brown	Jun 07 1999
Embracing Love Through Zen Mindfulness Serial: EB-00051 The talk focuses on themes of love, forgiveness, and the process of coming to terms with one's inner emotional landscape, using personal anecdotes to explore the practice of Zen and its application to embracing all aspects of one... *Sangha, Zendo, Karma, Gratitude, Bowing*	Edward Brown	May 09 1999
Beyond Right and Wrong Relationships Serial: EB-00140 The talk explores the concept of stepping off the evaluative axis of right and wrong and relates this to relationships and mindfulness. It emphasizes the Zen perspective that focusing on getting things "right" can impede... *Conversation, Buddha Nature, Avalokiteshvara, Interview, Intention*	Edward Brown	Feb 15 1999
Embracing Zen: The Path Within Serial: EB-00254 This talk explores the integration of Zen philosophy into daily life, emphasizing the metaphor of "the great way has no gate" by Zen teacher Ru Jing, highlighting personal mindfulness as the starting point of Zen practice. The... *Avalokiteshvara, Soto Zen, Liberation, Letting Go, Ego*	Edward Brown	Jan 11 1999
Embracing Zen: The Unscripted Journey Serial: EB-00298 The talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and the experience of life's spiritual journey, emphasizing the unpredictability of realization and the importance of embracing one's inherent nature rather than striving to... *realization, Ceremony, resistance, Vow, Rumi*	Edward Brown	Aug 12 1998
Discovering Freedom through Zen Practice Serial: EB-00319 The talk reflects on the nature of Zen practice and the process of self-discovery and personal growth within meditative practice. Emphasizing the importance of commitment, freedom from impulse, and self-reliance in Zen, the... *Freedom, Letting Go, Hyakujo, Intention, Koan*	Edward Brown	Aug 10 1998
Embracing Presence: Beyond Perfection Serial: EB-00134 The talk focuses on the concept of mindfulness within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of awareness without judgment or control. The discussion underscores how striving for perfection or attempting to avoid unpleasant... *Yaoshan, Death, Posture, Ordinary Mind, Concentration*	Edward Brown	Jun 16 1998
Trusting The Path of Presence Serial: EB-00133 The talk centers on understanding mindfulness and the teachings of Dogen Zenji's instructions on zazen meditation. Mindfulness is described as being aware without judgment or control, embracing the experience without trying to... *Big Mind, Don't Know Mind, Monkey Mind, Hindrances*	Edward Brown	Jun 14 1998
Being You: Zen's Path to Authenticity Serial: EB-00050 The talk explores the essence of true self in Zen philosophy by examining notions of being 'good,' 'bad,' and simply 'being you.' It suggests that liberation comes from transcending judgments of good and bad, encouraging... *Posture, Ordinary Mind, Ordination, Don't Know Mind, Ceremony*	Edward Brown	Jun 07 1998
Embodied Zen: Beyond Limitation Serial: EB-00132 The talk explores the integration of Zen and physical forms such as yoga and archery, emphasizing how body posture shapes consciousness and ultimately the world one perceives. It discusses the significance of traditional... *Obstacles, Enemies, Posture, Bowing, Letting Go*	Edward Brown	May 28 1998
Leaping Beyond Entrenched Beliefs Serial: EB-00131 The talk explores the Zen concept of leaping from the metaphorical "hundred-foot pole," which represents entrenched beliefs and habitual thinking. Emphasis is placed on the need for change and the challenges of relinquishing... *Enemies, resistance, Gratitude, Commitment, Instruction*	Edward Brown	May 17 1998
Transcending Identity Through Mindful Practice Serial: EB-00137 The talk examines the habitual formation of self-identity and its relation to Buddhist liberation, exploring transformative practices beyond conventional self-conceptions. It references Zen teacher Rinzai's "person of no rank" to... *Posture, Desire, Bowing, Intention, confusion*	Edward Brown	1998
Moments of Joyous Zen Realization Serial: EB-00135 The talk explores the complexities of Zen practice and community life, highlighting the significance of personal experience in understanding enlightenment. It recounts humorous anecdotes from a 1969 Zen Center practice period and... *true dharma, realization, Dragons, Bell, resistance*	Edward Brown	1998
Embrace Imperfection, Live Fully Serial: EB-00136 The talk discusses the Zen concept of "the real way" which accommodates imperfections and difficulties rather than striving for an unattainable state of perfection or immunity from problems. It emphasizes the importance of... *Heart Sutra, Big Mind, Sutra, Soto Zen, Posture*	Edward Brown	1998
Embracing The Pathless Zen Way Serial: EB-00138 The lecture delves into the interpretation of Dōgen's essay "Būkansazengi," focusing on the idea that the "real way circulates everywhere," emphasizing that practice and enlightenment are not prerequisites for accessing the... *Sangha, Soto Zen, Bell, Bowing*	Edward Brown	1998
Zen Unveiled: Individual Experience Speaks Serial: EB-00139 The talk explores the unique Zen practice experiences of Phil Wilson, highlighting the value of individuality in spiritual practice beyond formal teaching roles. The discussion emphasizes mental posture in meditation, focusing on... *Posture, true dharma, Non-thinking, Hyakujo, Priest*	Edward Brown	1998
Seeing Buddha in Every Being Serial: EB-00130 The main thesis of the talk explores the inherent Buddha nature present in all beings, regardless of age or action. It emphasizes that recognizing and honoring this shared nature in ourselves and others fosters mutual respect and... *Evil, Separation, Sangha, Faith, Liberation*	Edward Brown	Nov 02 1997
Embrace Life's Challenges Fully Serial: EB-00129 The discussion centers on the concept of "being large" in response to life's difficulties, contrasting this with the tendency to "shrink" away from challenges. It explores the idea that emotional responses are often internal,... *Big Mind, Money, Intention, Don't Know Mind, Liberation*	Edward Brown	Aug 13 1997
Embrace Imperfection, Seek the Way Serial: EB-00004 The talk explores the challenges of balancing creativity and authenticity with societal expectations, focusing on how meditation often brings agitation and heightened self-awareness rather than tranquility. It examines the... *Way-Seeking Mind, Thich Nhat Hanh, Faith, Letting Go, Sixth Patriarch*	Edward Brown	Jun 21 1997
Mindful Living Through Zen Observation Serial: EB-00128 The talk focuses on the Zen practice of careful observation of the ordinary, emphasizing how this mindfulness can lead to enlightenment by noticing transience and suffering in everyday life. The speaker discusses the importance... *Ordinary Mind, Posture, Community, Thich Nhat Hanh*	Edward Brown	Jun 05 1997
Mindfulness in a Single Chip Serial: EB-00127 The talk revolves around a unique ceremony of eating a single potato chip, used as an exercise in mindfulness and present-moment engagement. The practice emphasizes concentration, attention, and mindfulness, nurturing individual... *Ceremony, Don't Know Mind, Concentration, Way-Seeking Mind, Buddha Nature*...	Edward Brown	Jun 03 1997
Sincere Living Beyond Conformity Serial: EB-00141 The talk emphasizes the concept of the "way-seeking mind" in Zen philosophy, contrasting it with societal pressures to conform to standards and expectations. It argues for a life led by genuine exploration and sincerity rather... *Way-Seeking Mind, Don't Know Mind, Passions, Peace, Priest*	Edward Brown	Jun 01 1997
Unveiling Wisdom Within Ourselves Serial: EB-00126 The discussion revolves around themes of Zen practice, perception, and understanding one's innate completeness, using the metaphor of "The Wizard of Oz" to illustrate the journey of seeking wisdom and self-awareness. Emphasis is... *Commitment, Delusion, Ceremony, Chanting, Bell*	Edward Brown	May 21 1997
Embracing Imperfection with Zen Insight Serial: EB-00125 This talk explores the Zen perspective of viewing life as "perfect" amidst imperfections, emphasizing direct experience over judgment and highlighting the integration of spiritual practice with daily actions. The speaker suggests... *Posture, Instruction, Letting Go, Gratitude, Liberation*	Edward Brown	May 19 1997
Unleashing Your Zen Potential Serial: EB-00003 The talk explores Zen practice focused on allowing one's mind and body to naturally express and find their way rather than forcing them into predetermined shapes or behaviors. A story is recounted involving Suzuki Roshi being... *Ceremony, Thich Nhat Hanh, Concentration, Balance, Buddha Nature*	Edward Brown	May 07 1997
Embrace Freedom of Inner Exploration Serial: EB-00124 The talk focuses on exploring how individuals can engage with their own experiences and being, rather than rigidly attempting to shape them. There is a discussion on allowing one's mind and body the freedom to explore experiences... *Ceremony, Thich Nhat Hanh, Concentration, Balance, Buddha Nature*	Edward Brown	May 07 1997
Potato Chip Mindfulness Unveiled Serial: EB-00123 The talk explores the practice of mindfulness through a humorous ceremony of eating a single potato chip, highlighting the importance of attentiveness and fully experiencing each moment. Through this exercise, the discussion... *Ceremony, Greed, Passions, Silence, Death*	Edward Brown	May 04 1997
Embodied Presence in Zen Practice Serial: EB-00122 This talk explores the role of posture in Zen practice, emphasizing its importance in embodying presence and understanding one's natural state of mind. It draws on the "Fukan Zazenki" by Dogen to highlight the non-attainment... *Posture, Dragons, Balance, Don't Know Mind, War*	Edward Brown	Nov 18 1996
Present Peace: Zen Posture Insights Serial: EB-00121 The talk primarily addresses the challenges of mindfulness and the importance of posture in Zen practice, especially within the Soto Zen school. It highlights the significance of experiencing the present moment without striving... *Posture, Dragons, Balance, Don't Know Mind, War*	Edward Brown	Nov 16 1996
Zen Wisdom in Everyday Practice Serial: EB-00259 The talk reflects on the intersection of Zen practice and personal experience through anecdotes of living and working at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center from 1966. It explores themes of mentorship, spiritual teachings, and growth... *Practice Period, Dharma Transmission, Buddha Nature, Zendo, Building*	Edward Brown	Sep 1996
Reflections of Innate Enlightenment Serial: EB-00120 The talk begins with reflections on the nature of enlightenment and its perception through teachings in Zen, particularly using Dogen's metaphor of enlightenment as the moon reflected in water. It critiques the common desire for... *Delusion, Buddha Mind, resistance, Soto Zen, training*	Edward Brown	Jul 18 1996
Unmasking Our Inner Cartoons Serial: EB-00278A The talk explores the notion of self-perception through the metaphor of being "cartoon characters," which are constructs of our identity that distract from our true selves. It emphasizes the importance of recognizing who creates... *Dragons, Fox, Doubt, Rumi, Emotions*	Edward Brown	Feb 10 1996
Unstained Mind: Embracing Innate Enlightenment Serial: EB-00278B The talk discusses the concept of unstained mind from Zen philosophy, emphasizing inherent enlightenment and inherent virtue in life as articulated by Dogen. It also explores the theme of sincerity and self-perception using... *Soto Zen, Ceremony, Buddha Mind, Samsara, Dragons*	Edward Brown	Feb 10 1996

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