Rohatsu 2023: Sesshin Day 3 Dharma Talk With Kaz Tanahashi & Matthew Kozan Palevsky

In this Dharma talk, Sensei Kaz and Sensei Kozan discuss various breakthroughs in the practice of Zen Buddhism including the simple breakthrough of witnessing the melting snow and clear skies of the winter in Santa Fe. The conversation delves into the historical breakthroughs in Buddhism, including the rise of Mahayana Buddhism around the time of Christ and later in the arising of the sudden school of enlightenment, as well as other moments in history. Kozan shares personal stories of breakthrough moments he’s had including a meaningful interaction with him and Roshi Joan.