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San Francisco Zen Center Dharma Talks

San Francisco Zen Center
Buddhism
Zazen
Zen Buddhism
Zen Practice
Dharma
Bodhisattva
Right View
Three Marks Of Existence
Dukkha
Eightfold Path
Four Noble Truths
Howard Zinn
Compassion
Zen Center
Non-Self
Crossroads
Harry Potter
Meditation
Suzuki Roshi
Mindfulness

Dharma Talks given at San Francisco Zen Center

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Latest Episodes

08/31/2025, Jiryu Rutschman-Byler, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. Abbot Jiryu Rutschman-Byler discusses practicing kindness as an overflowing of the direct experience of non-separation, and explores the teachings of Suzuki Roshi on ethical precepts... more

08/27/2025, So-on Eli Brown-Stevenson, dharma talk at City Center. So-on Eli Brown-Stevenson explores what it means to be a good ancestor now: carrying warmth, witnessing others into fullness, and tending the ceremonies of life with reverence.

08/24/2025, Marc Lesser, dharma talk at Green Gulch Farm. Marc Lesser points out that “And yet” is a way of seeing differently, with greater confidence and greater humility. “And yet” could be how we describe history, our lives, and our futures.

08/23/2025, Myles Cowherd, dharma talk at City Center. Myles Cowherd explores the transformative power of sincerity and acceptance as a counterpoint to a life of seriousness and fear.

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Eli
One of the resident priests at the San Francisco Zen Center, Eli focuses on conveying the teachings of Zen with a compassionate and introspective approach.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 269 ratings
  • The mark is way over there

    Let Zazen drop away the veil of DEI. It’s nonesense.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    char88809864
    United Statesa year ago
  • Rich, generous, compelling

    These talks offer me a great reminder of why I practice zen and how it helps me be better I. Touch with my humanity.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Know Your Ps and Qs
    United States2 years ago
  • From Mexico

    I come home again and again, am reminded to touch ground, kiss earth, sit upright with the threefold Dharma realm of Suzuki Roshi: GreenTasSisco. Thank you for the Dharma.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    borningreen
    United States5 years ago
  • Compressed audio :/

    Great content but audio needn’t be so compressed. It makes it uncomfortable to listen to at length

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    :Duncan
    United Kingdom7 years ago
  • Zazen is Face to Face Transmission

    Your talk is far too esoteric: include the audience and how an esoteric concept applies directly to them. Yes, you did use examples of a young child & chimpanzees, the connection seemed forced. Why did the boy yell when orange peel bitten into or banana cut? Bring it home to the audience.

    Using the integration (don’t like this word—let’s try “The Sacred Marriage of Opposites”) of seeming opposites, the shallow & the deep, not esteeming or despising the finite or the infinite, among many others... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    canedops
    Canada8 years ago

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Some feedback highlights the need for better audio quality, though the content remains valued.
Many listeners appreciate the depth and relevance of the teachings, finding them helpful for their spiritual practice.
Overall, the talks are regarded as jewels that nourish and deepen listeners' understanding of Zen and personal growth.

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Three Turning Phrases
Q: Is suffering and lack of suffering an on-off switch?
Zach responds that suffering is part of the human experience, and understanding the broader dynamic between our cognitive faculties and the container of life is essential.
Three Turning Phrases
Q: What's a non-sentient being?
Zach explains that a non-sentient being is something like a pebble, emphasizing that every object can present the Dharma in its unique voice.
Live What You See, Not What You Know
Q: How can we reconcile having different perspectives with the need for moral clarity in today's political climate?
It's important to acknowledge the pain of current events while also cultivating connection and love.
Keizan's Pure Land Right Here
Q: How do we maintain one's truth when practicing the forms we hold in common?
It's vital to acknowledge our differences and negotiate them, creating a pure land of trust.
Keizan's Pure Land Right Here
Q: How do we build mutual trust?
It's addressed through the body and involves nourishing ourselves in ways that keep us from becoming adrenalineized or fearful.

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Focused on exploring the teachings of Zen Buddhism, this podcast features a range of Dharma talks delivered by various teachers associated with the San Francisco Zen Center. These talks delve into themes of mindfulness, gratitude, grief, and the interconnectedness of all beings, encouraging listeners to reflect on their personal experiences and deepen their understanding of Dharma. Unique in its approach, the teachings often incorporate personal anecdotes and historical context, making the wisdom of Zen accessible and relevant to contemporary life.

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