
Question And Answer Session
Shunryū SuzukiJonathan
May 2, 20268 July 1969Sokoji Temple, San Francisco
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The transcript is a detailed discourse on Zen practice, emphasizing naturalness, mindfulness, and the importance of pure, engaged practice beyond emotional labels of purity or impurity. It discusses the role of breathing, emotional regulation, and the teacher-student relationship in deepening practice, advocating for strong determination and extending Zen principles into daily life.
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