Zen Community of Oregon Dharma Talks
Zen Community of Oregon
New podcasts every Tues, Thurs and Sat. Here you can find talks from various teachers involved with the Zen Community of Oregon. We share talks from our retreats, as well as our different weekly offerings between Great Vow Zen Monastery and Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple.
Zen Community of Oregon's purpose is to express and make accessible the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha’s teachings, as transmitted through an authentic, historical lineage. To support and maintain Zen Buddhist practice in order to realize and actualize our Buddha nature in everyday life.
For more information, please visit zendust.org.
Zen Community of Oregon's purpose is to express and make accessible the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha’s teachings, as transmitted through an authentic, historical lineage. To support and maintain Zen Buddhist practice in order to realize and actualize our Buddha nature in everyday life.
For more information, please visit zendust.org.
Episodes
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May 22, 2025 • 60min
Koan Study and Koan Training - Chozen Roshi
In this talk Chozen Roshi discusses working with koans. She discusses the differences between koan study and formal koan training with a teacher. This talk was given on April 16th 2025 during Koan Sesshin.
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May 20, 2025 • 44min
Joshu's Oak Tree In The Garden - Chozen Roshi
Chozen Roshi dives into the significance of barriers in Zen practice, revealing them as signs of progress. She explores the essence of identity, emphasizing the importance of uncovering one's true self. The transformative journey of Zen unfolds as participants navigate between defensive strategies and authentic self-awareness. Listeners learn about the crucial balance of determination, doubt, and faith in achieving Kensho, while engaging with enlightening koans. This talk offers profound insights into personal growth and the deeper flow of Zen teachings.
May 13, 2025 • 34min
The Three Rawnesses - Jogen, Sensei
In this talk Jogen discusses his view on three inherent "rawnesses" that humans have. The three rawnesses are uncertainty, sensory discomfort and lack of control. This talk was given by Jogen at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple on April 30, 2025.
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May 10, 2025 • 30min
How to Fall in Love With The World - Bansho Green, Zen Teacher
In this talk Bansho discusses loving-kindness practice, and warm regard for our experience. This talk was given by Bansho during the 2025 Love and Spaciousness retreat at Great Vow Zen Monastery in May 2025.
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May 8, 2025 • 30min
The Art of Living - Hogen Roshi
Discover the significance of taking refuge in Buddhist practice and the introduction of mindful living. Hear about the transformative effects of Dharma teachings after a life-altering health experience. Embrace the concepts of impermanence and interconnection, exploring how everything in existence is linked. Delve into the complex nature of memory and how it shapes our identities, influenced by personal and cultural narratives. Engage with these profound insights to enhance your understanding of life's fluidity.
May 6, 2025 • 36min
Five Things to Make The Path Easier - Jogen, Sensei
This talk was given by Jogen at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple on April 9, 2025. In this talk Jogen gives us advice on five things we can do to make the spiritual path easier.
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May 3, 2025 • 25min
What Are Koans? - Hogen Roshi
Dive into the fascinating world of koans and discover their significance in Zen practice. Learn how these thought-provoking riddles encourage existential curiosity and aid in transcending the self. Delve into the historical roots of koan practice and understand how clarity in meditation enhances your journey. Hogen Roshi shares insights on the value of engaging deeply with these mystical puzzles for a richer exploration of existence.
May 1, 2025 • 42min
Emotions and Social Action - Jomon Martin, Zen Teacher
This talk was given by Zen Teacher Jomon at Great Vow Zen Monastery Sunday Program on April 27 2025. In this talk she discusses emotions, social action and how spiritual practice relates to these things.
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Apr 29, 2025 • 41min
Ryonen Scars Her Face: Sacrifice on the Spiritual Path - Amy Kisei, Sensei
This talk was given by Kisei, Sensei during her weekly online program in March of 2025. Spiritual practice involves sacrifice, we must give up all habits of separation to realize true intimacy with what is. In this talk we explore the many dimensions of sacrifice and letting go that occur on the spiritual path.
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Apr 26, 2025 • 33min
Not Being Stingy with Dharma Assets (Bodhisattva precepts Ep. 3) - Jogen Sensei
This talk was given by Jogen Sensei at Heart of Wisdom Zen Temple on March 26, 2025. This is the third talk of a three talk series about the precepts given by Jogen Sensei. In this talk Jogen discusses the precept of not withholding spiritual or material aid, but giving freely when needed.
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