Minnesota Zen Meditation Center - Sunday Talk Archive
Sunday Talk Archive
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Dec 22, 2025 • 0sec
The Down to Earth Reality of Our Lives
Dharma talk by Ann BaulekeFile Size: 43019 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Dec 14, 2025 • 0sec
Loving-Kindness Meditation
Dharma talk by Ben ConnellyFile Size: 48575 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Dec 7, 2025 • 0sec
Kuei-Shan Kicks Over the Water Bottle
Dharma talk by Ted O'TooleFile Size: 37117 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Nov 30, 2025 • 0sec
Maitreya: Practicing with the Bodhisattva of Patience and Kindness
Dharma talk by Deb MielkeFile Size: 42260 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Nov 23, 2025 • 0sec
Opening Ourselves to and Living from Our Great Treasure
Dharma talk by Tim BurkettFile Size: 44521 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Nov 16, 2025 • 0sec
Waking Up to a World Without Boundaries: Comments on the Culadukkhakkhanda Sutta (The Shorter Discourse on the Mass of Suffering)
Dharma talk by Ted O'TooleFile Size: 25079 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Nov 10, 2025 • 0sec
Embodiment and Mindfulness of Body
Ben Connelly dives into the mindfulness of the body in Soto Zen practice. He outlines foundational elements like breath and posture while emphasizing the importance of body awareness for awakening. The discussion explores contemporary notions of embodiment and how mindfulness bridges the gap between body and mind. Ben leads guided meditation focusing on breath, shares personal experiences of transformation through practice, and reflects on how culture shapes our body perception. He also addresses the significance of mindfulness in daily life and contemplative practices.
Nov 2, 2025 • 0sec
Joint Service with Twin Cities Buddhist Sangha
Joint Service with Twin Cities Buddhist SanghaFile Size: 52771 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Oct 26, 2025 • 0sec
The Chrysalis and the Butterfly
Dharma talk by Tim BurkettFile Size: 53352 kbFile Type: mp3Download File
Oct 19, 2025 • 0sec
Ethics and Community
Explore how Buddhism connects ethics with community care and alleviating suffering. Discover the five core precepts as pathways to freedom and the significance of interdependence in ethical actions. Ben highlights the Mahayana view of ethics as generous and pro-social and discusses the importance of trust in engagement. Unpack how meditation becomes an ethical act, fostering spontaneous, liberative responses. Plus, insights on integrating social justice into practice and reflecting on personal sacrifices for greater freedom.
