Recording Category: Dharma Talks
We often recite these words but what do they really mean? What is the “it” in “itself?”
Suzuki said, “Sometimes we bow to dogs and cats.” Why is the bow considered an act of generosity? Why is bowing considered an act of generosity?
Two weeks ago, Zonnyo did her Shuso Hossen ceremony, choosing as her verse one from Dogen’s fascicle “Juki”. It affirmed living-and-dying, going-and-coming, and the turning from one moment to the… Read more »
Roshi Daizui once said “Spiritual transformation is transformation of the body.” What if he’s right? Let’s discuss.
Kakumyo explores some of the practical ramifications of anatta, the Buddhist teaching of how nothing has an inherent, continuous selfhood.
Jyoshin talks about Bodhisattva action.
What if we don’t have to take sides?
Genko relates a seemingly trivial experience with oryoki and explores issues around form, habit energy, ritual, and resistance.
The burning house represents the suffering of phenomenal life. Why is it so hard for us to find the door and escape? Perhaps we don’t really need to get out.
A few weeks ago, Jiko spoke about faith. In this talk, Ko’in explores more aspects of faith from different perspectives.
Kakumyo discusses a Chinese text that describes how to practice with others, the Kikyomon. Keizan and Dogen drew from this text to create their monastic regulations for Sojiji and Eiheiji,… Read more »
We approach and experience faith, practice, and understanding in several fundamental ways over time. This talk looks at the meaning of Buddhist faith and our stages of experience.
In this tale from the Middle Length Discourses, Buddha meets a notorious figure on the road. His great compassion and equanimous presence allows them to have a meaningful exchange. Leaving… Read more »