David Keizan Scott Roshi

StoneWater Zen Talks

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StoneWater Zen Talks is a series of dharma talks by David Keizan Scott Roshi of the StoneWater Zen Sangha in Liverpool, UK. Rev Dr David Keizan Shoji Scott is the founder and leader of the StoneWater Zen Sangha. He is an ordained Buddhist priest and lineage holder in the Soto Zen school, having received Shiho (Dharma transmission) from Tenshin Fletcher Roshi in October 2009 and Inka (final seal of approval) in 2019. Keizan Roshi is also a widely published writer on Japan, Zen Buddhism, comparative religion and cookery. He is a Fellow of the Royal Society of Arts. StoneWater Zen is a Zen Buddhi...

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David Keizan Scott Roshi

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Buddhism Is Not What You Think - Keizan Roshi, May 2026 23.06.2026 24:10

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses Buddha Dharma. This talk was recorded in May 2026 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please consider supporting StoneWater Zen...

Right View & the Importance of Practice - Keizan Roshi, April 2026 19.06.2026 23:32

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi starts with a discussion about right view and action, and moves onto the very important question: what about practice is important to you? This talk was recorded in April 2026 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our...

A Solace of Surrender - Keizan Roshi, March 2026 18.06.2026 21:20

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses an excert from Rob Preece's talk, A Solace of Surrender. An interesting discussion unfolds. This talk was recorded in March 2026 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewater...

Two Wolves - Keizan Roshi, December 2025 02.03.2026 21:16

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses a story about two wolves. This talk was recorded in December 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please consider supportin...

Stages of Practice - Keizan Roshi, January 2026 02.03.2026 21:53

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses the different stages we go through in our Zen practice. This talk was recorded in January 2026 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valua...

Isan and the Buffalo - Keizan Roshi, February 2026 02.03.2026 20:45

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses a Koan from the Entangling Vines collection (case 60) called Isan and the Buffalo. This talk was recorded in February 2026 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If...

Embracing Our Imperfect Selves - Keizan Roshi, Nov 12th 2025 30.11.2025 26:01

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses what it means to embrace our imperfect Selves. This talk was recorded in November 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable plea...

Enlightenment and The Desire To Escape - Keizan Roshi, 19th Nov 2025 30.11.2025 23:16

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses enlightenment and the desire to escape. This talk was recorded in November 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please cons...

Committing to Spiritual Practice - Keizan Roshi, October 25 29.11.2025 26:32

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses the importance and challenges of committing to a spiritual practice. This talk was recorded in October 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find thes...

Uncertainty and Humility - Keizan Roshi, September 25 09.11.2025 21:12

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses a range of different subjects, from 'I am' and identity, to uncertainty and humility. This talk was recorded in September 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonew...

Your Most Precious Treasure - Keizan Roshi, July 2025 04.11.2025 13:40

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses two talks from Maezumi Roshi and Daiko Osho-San. This talk was recorded in July 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please...

Holding to the Centre - Keizan Roshi, June 2025 27.07.2025 22:20

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses bearing witness, not knowing, and holding to the centre. This talk was recorded in June 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable...

Every Day Is A Good Day - Keizan Roshi, May 2025 27.07.2025 23:29

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses Case 6 from The Blue Cliff Record. This talk was recorded in May 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please consider suppor...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 02 - Kogan Sensei April 2025 13.04.2025 46:24

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. This talk was recorded during the annual StoneWater Zen Spring Sesshin at Crosby Hall, Merseyside. Simon Kogan Heale Sensei received Dharma Transmission from Keizan Roshi, founder and Abbot of StoneWater Zen Sangha. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewater...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 03 - Ryokan Sensei April 2025 13.04.2025 47:11

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. This talk was recorded during the annual StoneWater Zen Spring Sesshin at Crosby Hall, Merseyside. Jeremy Ryokan Woodcock Sensei received Shukke Tokudo and Denkai from Keizan Roshi, founder and Abbot of StoneWater Zen Sangha. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www....

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 01 - Shinro Sensei April 2025 13.04.2025 50:11

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. This talk was recorded during the annual StoneWater Zen Spring Sesshin at Crosby Hall, Merseyside. Tony Shinro Doubleday Sensei received Dharma Transmission from Keizan Roshi, founder and Abbot of StoneWater Zen Sangha. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonew...

The Small Self - Keizan Roshi, March 2025 13.04.2025 26:27

Welcome to StoneWater Zen Talks. In this episode, Keizan Roshi discusses the delusion of small self. This talk was recorded in March 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please consider supporting...

The Nature of Suffering - Keizan Roshi, February 2025 27.03.2025 25:58

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks. Keizan Roshi discusses the nature of suffering and negative thought patterns. This talk was recorded in February 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please consider...

Nansen Kills the Cat - Keizan Roshi, January 2025 19.01.2025 25:18

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks. Keizan Roshi discusses Case 14 from The Gateless Gate. This talk was recorded in January 2025 at the StoneWater Zen Centre in Liverpool. For more information about StoneWater Zen, our weekly schedule (in person and on zoom) and retreats, please visit our website https://www.stonewaterzen.org/ If you find these talks valuable please consider supporting StoneWater Z...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 07 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 25.04.2023 37:54

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week two of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi is the founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly schedule and retreats please visit our website https://www.s...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 06 - Shinro Sensei April 2023 24.04.2023 38:06

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week two of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Tony Shinro Doubleday Sensei received Dharma Transmission from Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi, founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stonewaterzen, our weekly sche...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 05 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 22.04.2023 31:28

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 04 - Stephan Shigetsu Sundermeier April 2023 20.04.2023 30:47

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Stephan Shigetsu Sundermeier is a Dharma Holder in the Lineage of Taizan Maezumi Roshi. He is the administrator of Fell End Farm Retreat Center and Keizan Roshi's personal attendant. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi, is the founder and leader o...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 03 - Keizan Roshi April 2023 18.04.2023 37:54

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi is the founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly schedule and retreats please visit our website https://www.s...

Talks from the Spring Sesshin 02 - Suigen Sensei April 2023 16.04.2023 40:42

Welcome to StoneWaterZen Talks This talk was recorded during week one of the annual Stonewaterzen Spring Sesshin at Fell End Farm in the Lake District. John Suigen Kenworthy Sensei received Dharma Transmission from Dr. David Keizan Scott Roshi, founder and leader of StoneWater Zen Sangha and Abbot of Fell End Farm in the Lake District. For more information about Stomewaterzen, our weekly sche...