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Title	Speaker	Date
Gateways of Presence and Perception Serial: RB-02953 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk delves into the theme of "The Gate of the Moment," exploring the concept of things and their entitylessness. It discusses the idea that objects only become entities through interaction and perception, such as how a bell... *Bell, Zazen, Intention*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Awareness Beyond Conscious Thought Serial: RB-02958 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the concept of "host mind" versus "guest mind," examining how awareness rather than consciousness governs interactions and perceptions, both with people and nature. Anecdotes illustrate experiences of heightened... *Consciousness, Zendo, Love*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Breath Counting: Gateway to Samadhi Serial: RB-02952 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The June 2004 talk focuses on the foundational Zen practice of breath counting as a method of integrating mind and body, and its profound implications for entering deeper states of awareness, such as samadhi. The discussion... *Stillness, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Gates of Presence in Zen Practice Serial: RB-02954 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk discusses the concept of "The Gate of Each Moment," exploring how words form gates, or openings, in the practice of Zen, emphasizing the distinction between the horizontal and vertical understanding of language. The... *Practice, Time, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Embracing Entitylessness in Sacred Spaces Serial: RB-02955 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk titled "The Gate of the Moment" examines the concept of Buddha nature, highlighting its varied interpretations within Chinese and Indian Buddhism. It discusses the reconceptualization of Buddhist ideas influenced by... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Pathways to Mindfulness Insight Serial: RB-02961 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the relationship between awareness, consciousness, and mindfulness, suggesting that awareness initially exists without concepts or language, and later becomes conceptualized through consciousness. This process... *Consciousness, Name, Mindfulness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Trusting the Seamless Path of Zen Serial: RB-02409 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk discusses the evolving nature of trust in Zen practice, highlighting the shift from initial trust in the process to a deeper, more inherent trust that develops over time. It also explores how maintaining an open and non-... *Practice, Time, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Bridging Beliefs: Christianity Meets Buddhism Serial: RB-02951 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the compatibility between Christianity and Buddhism, questioning whether one can truly practice both simultaneously. It suggests that while Christianity might be considered a revealed truth, Buddhism is more a... *Stillness, Time, Meditation*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Beyond Boundaries: Zen Perception Unveiled Serial: RB-02950 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The seminar titled "The Gate of the Moment" discusses the concept of thought coverings and their impact on the perception of the body, emphasizing that through Zen practice, one can experience a broader sense of bodily presence... *Consciousness, Bell, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Zen Insights: Embracing Impermanence Serial: RB-02408 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk delves into the Zen practice of "not scratching," exploring its potential as a profound meditative tool for unearthing deeper aspects of the self. It discusses the essence of understanding through direct, face-to-face... *Practice, Buddhism, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Zen Unfolding the Hidden Mind Serial: RB-02948 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment This talk explores the intersection of Zen practice and the concept of life's enfolded nature, emphasizing meditation as a means of uncovering layers of consciousness beyond visible reality. The speaker discusses the role of... *Consciousness, Practice, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Zen Mind: Unraveling Fear's Grip Serial: RB-02962 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk focuses on the practice of mindfulness and the concept of mind in Zen practice, addressing how fears and personal attachments can hinder spiritual practice. It explores the definitions of mind, the difference between... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Golden Wind: Embracing Mindful Presence Serial: RB-02407 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind This talk explores the essence of Zen practice by examining how questions about existence, such as "What about when the tree withers and the leaves fall?" challenge us to engage with our sense of being. It emphasizes the... *Practice, Time, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Zazen and Mindfulness: Beyond Consciousness Serial: RB-02949 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The main thesis of this talk centers on the relationship between Zazen (sitting meditation) and mindfulness as foundational practices in Buddhism, emphasizing how Zazen leads to a deeper understanding of consciousness and the... *Practice, Consciousness, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Minds in Flux: Seeking True Perception Serial: RB-02410 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk explores the complexity of the mind, emphasizing the question of which mind can be trusted to perceive "the world as it actually exists." It delves into Buddhist principles of impermanence and how these shape our... *Consciousness, Buddhism, Practice*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Composure Through Breath and Ritual Serial: RB-02411 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk explores the concept of body-mind composure as foundational and prior to cultural conditioning, distinguishing between the composure seen in animals and humans. It indicates that practice can help one regain this... *Composure, Ceremony, Breath*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Zen Living: Mindful Intentions Embodied Serial: RB-02413 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind This talk focuses on the integration of Zen practice into daily life, emphasizing the development of awareness and intentionality. It explores the concepts of mind states, the difference between host and guest mindsets, and the... *Practice, Consciousness, Intention*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Questioning Winds of Zen Insight Serial: RB-02412 Seminar_The_Golden_Wind The talk focuses on the process of questioning within Zen practice and its implicit role in philosophical and meditative contemplation. The discourse highlights the intimate connection between inquiry and intention, comparing the... *Practice, Intention, Concentration*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Luzern
Reimagining Objects as Living Activities Serial: RB-02957 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk delves into the reconceptualization of our interaction with the world, emphasizing the transition from seeing objects as entities to perceiving them as interdependent activities, aligning with Zen teachings. It also... *Doubt, Practice, Consciousness*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Continuity of Consciousness and Community Serial: RB-02956 Seminar_The_Gate_of_the_Moment The talk explores the reconceptualization of consciousness and the idea of "alaya-vijnana" or storehouse consciousness, contrasting it with Freud's unconscious. It delves into the theme of relationships and communities as shared... *Practice, Work, Sangha*	Richard Baker	Jun 2004 Rastenberg
Questioning Reality in Zen Practice Serial: RB-03749 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk addresses "What is Reality?" from a Zen Buddhist perspective, focusing on understanding suffering as part of reality and the intricate relationship between duality and non-duality. It emphasizes the role of questioning... *Sangha, Name, Suffering*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Beyond Senses: Perceiving True Reality Serial: RB-03750 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the nature of reality through the lens of how memory, karma, and dharma exist in the present. It examines the conflated sense of self, the impact of technological advancements like iTunes and iPods on perception... *Emotions, Time, Karma*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Mindful Duality: Perceptions and Practices Serial: RB-03748 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the concept of reality, emphasizing the distinction and interaction between different states of mind. It examines how cultural conditioning and emotional experiences shape perceptions of reality, highlighting... *Emotions, Love, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Awakening Through Non-Dual Awareness Serial: RB-03218 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk focuses on the conceptual understanding and practical application of Buddha nature, emphasizing its non-entity status and exploring it as a functional aspect within consciousness. The discussion contrasts consciousness... *Buddha Nature, Consciousness, Karma*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Buddha-Nature and Intuitive Awareness Serial: RB-03217 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This talk focuses on the concept of Buddha-nature, its relationship with concepts such as self, soul, and spirit, and its significance in the dialogue between Christianity and Buddhism, as well as in psychotherapy and psychology... *Practice, Time, American*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Questioning Reality Through Zen Inquiry Serial: RB-03747 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk delves into the nature of reality through the lens of Zen philosophy, positing that reality is a constant line of questioning akin to adult concerns of dependency and independence. The discussion further explores how the... *Practice, Culture, Breath*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Embracing Awareness: Journey to Buddha-nature Serial: RB-03207 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk explores the concept of Buddha-nature through personal experience and practice, emphasizing the importance of shared vision, mindfulness, and meditation. The discussion considers questions of "being" and consciousness,... *Consciousness, Buddha Nature, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Beyond Narratives: Experiencing Pure Reality Serial: RB-03751 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the concept of reality through the lens of Zen Buddhism, focusing on separating self-referential thinking from pure awareness, as suggested by the Eightfold Path. The discussion emphasizes moving beyond personal... *Practice, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Breath Uncovers Mind's Reality Serial: RB-03752 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? This talk explores the concept of self-referential thinking and how observing mind differs from observing self. It discusses techniques such as focusing on breath to free oneself from identifying with thoughts. The talk also... *Bell, Breath, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Mindfulness Beyond Willpower Serial: RB-03208 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This talk from May 2004, transcribed under Serial No. 03208, explores the intricate relationship between awareness, consciousness, and the mind, juxtaposing Freudian psychoanalytic concepts with Buddhist teachings on awareness.... *Practice, Consciousness, Meditation*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Perceiving Reality Through Inner Lenses Serial: RB-03754 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the nature of reality, emphasizing its subjective nature shaped by language and personal experiences. Key discussions include whether multiple realities exist or if one reality is perceived differently, how... *Practice, Work, Breath*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Minds, Moods, and Interconnected Reality Serial: RB-03753 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? This talk explores the intricate relationship between the mind, moods, and perception of reality. The discussion highlights the idea of moving away from defining reality solely through thinking and language to better understand... *Time, Bell, Interdependence*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Choosing Our Minds Zenfully Serial: RB-03206 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk explores the concept of choice in relation to mental states and the practice of Zen, emphasizing the intentionality behind selecting a 'mind' to experience the world and the varying roles we embody. It discusses the... *Practice, Time, Intimacy*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Embracing Non-Duality: Seeing Beyond Self Serial: RB-03212 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This seminar explores the concept of Buddha Nature through the lens of Zen philosophy, focusing on the principles of emptiness, impermanence, and non-referential space. By challenging conventional notions of fixed self and... *Practice, Duality, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Tangible Zen: Embracing Impermanence Serial: RB-03211 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk explores the "material stream" of Buddhism, emphasizing tangible elements like bells, zafus, and practices such as orioke, which promote mindfulness and physical presence in Zen practice. There is a detailed discussion... *Practice, Time, Suffering*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Embracing Emptiness Through Experiential Mindfulness Serial: RB-03205 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This talk explores the concepts of emptiness and Buddha-nature within Zen philosophy, emphasizing the experiential nature of these ideas. It discusses how emptiness should not be understood as nothingness but as no-thingness,... *Emptiness, Name, Buddha Nature*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Zen Stream: Friendship in Practice Serial: RB-03209 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This talk delves into the concept of Buddha-nature and its centrality in Chinese Buddhist traditions, particularly within Zen. The discussion emphasizes the evolution of friendship as a shared vision, paralleled with the... *Buddha Nature, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Embracing Reality Through Zen Presence Serial: RB-03761 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? This talk explores the concept of reality through the lens of Zen practice, emphasizing the habit of perceiving the world as appearance. This involves cultivating a sense of presence and authenticity, akin to theatrical or... *Samadhi, Time, Koan*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Perception's Art: Shaping Reality Serial: RB-03755 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the nature of reality, emphasizing how individual perspectives and experiences shape one's perception of reality. Discussions focus on how people perceive objects and feelings in the moment, the role of memory... *Practice, Time, Culture*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Zen Perception: Fluid Reality Unveiled Serial: RB-03756 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the concept of reality from a Zen Buddhist perspective, emphasizing reality's fluidity and multiplicity. It is posited that reality functions as a text, subject to individual interpretation and creation. The... *Practice, Zazen, Work*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Mind's Fluid Path to Awakening Serial: RB-03204 Seminar_Buddha-Nature In this talk, the discussion focuses on the concept of Buddha nature, examining the fluidity of the mind and the choices individuals have regarding the state of mind they embrace. The talk explores the recurring use of koans,... *Buddha, Buddha Nature, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Embracing Impermanence in Every Moment Serial: RB-03210 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk primarily focuses on the concept of "now" and its implications for Zen practice, emphasizing the distinction between living and dead words by exploring the verticality of "now" and its potential as a practice tool.... *Practice, Bell, Buddhism*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Mindful Pathways to Original Mind Serial: RB-03746 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the Zen Buddhist practice of questioning reality, emphasizing the distinction between experiencing reality through personal and cultural lenses versus achieving an understanding of reality as a pure,... *Culture, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Awakening Beyond Consciousness in Zen Serial: RB-03214 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This transcript discusses the understanding and integration of Zen practice, focusing on the concepts of self, consciousness, and awareness. It emphasizes that Zen practice is open to everyone, as it is about acceptance and... *Consciousness, Practice, Breath*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Ephemeral Reality: Zen's Evenflow Perception Serial: RB-03758 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The talk explores the experience of reality through the lens of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the concept of "appearing" as opposed to a static, "permanent" world. It highlights the distinction between pure being and everyday human... *Practice, Japan, Work*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Zen Reality: Interconnection and Parataxis Serial: RB-03757 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? The seminar explores the concept of reality in Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of shared teachings within a Sangha compared to individual practice. Discussions focus on understanding reality through parataxis—... *Time, War, Practice*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Exploring Our Unique Buddha-Nature Serial: RB-03213 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk explores the concept of Buddha-nature, challenging the notion of a universal enlightenment by proposing the existence of individual Buddha-nature and highlighting the interconnectedness of all beings. The discussion... *Buddha Nature, Practice, Buddha*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Embracing Interconnected Perception Serial: RB-03759 Seminar_What_Is_Reality? This talk explores the concept of perceiving reality through two modes: entity perception and field perception, emphasizing the latter as a more immersive, bodily experience. It suggests that understanding the world involves... *Discrimination, Practice, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2004 Johanneshof
Unfolding the Essence of Buddha-nature Serial: RB-03215 Seminar_Buddha-Nature This talk explores the concept of Buddha-nature, focusing on the term "Tathagatagarbha," which signifies the potentiality and simultaneous presence of both coming and going, a fundamental aspect of Zen practice. It discusses the... *Practice, Consciousness, Breath*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München
Trusting Intuition in Uncertainty Serial: RB-03216 Seminar_Buddha-Nature The talk focuses on the theme of intuition, exploring this concept through personal anecdotes and examining how intuitive actions often come to be understood in hindsight. These narratives illustrate situations where intuition... *Name, Consciousness, Time*	Richard Baker	May 2004 München

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