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Embracing Emptiness: Living Zen Wisdom Serial: RA-04204 The talk focuses on the contemplation of perfect wisdom as practiced by Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, exploring the concepts of emptiness, compassion, and the realization of wisdom through practices like Zazen. Reflecting on... *Perfect Wisdom, Emptiness, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2015
Awakening Compassion through Zazen Serial: RA-04203 The talk emphasizes the practice of arousing the mind of great compassion as fundamental in Zen meditation, highlighting this through the Bodhisattva vow, which focuses on collective liberation and compassion rather than... *Compassion, Perfect Wisdom, Avalokitesvara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2015
Embodying Wisdom Through Compassionate Zen Serial: RA-04202 The talk emphasizes the practice of wisdom and compassion in the context of Zen, focusing on Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, the Heart Sutra, and Eihei Dogen's teachings. It elaborates on the practice of Zazen as an embodiment of... *Emptiness, Compassion, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2015
Zen Mind, Emptiness Unraveled Serial: RA-04201 The talk primarily explores the concepts of "thinking," "not thinking," and "non-thinking" within the context of Zen practice, highlighting their significance in understanding karmic consciousness and emptiness. This discussion... *Emptiness, confusion, Intention*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2015
Energetic Intimacy in Zen Dialogue Serial: RA-04200 The talk delves into Case 9 from a series of Zen stories, focusing on the interactions between the monk Zhaozhou (Zongshen) and his teacher Nan Chuan. Through the analysis of their dialogues, the discussion highlights the concept... *Intimacy, Generosity, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2015
Disciplined Listening for Compassionate Engagement Serial: RA-04198 The talk revolves around the Zen practice of refraining from giving weight to one's perceptions and judgments about others, advocating a disciplined approach to listening and viewing the self and others absent of bias, thereby... *Giving, Time, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2015
Embracing Compassion Through Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04199 The talk focuses on the practice of Avalokiteshvara's Perfect Wisdom during a January Intensive, emphasizing the bodhisattva's embodiment of perfect compassion and wisdom. The speaker discusses how Avalokiteshvara, representing... *Emptiness, Freedom, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2015
Awakening Through Karmic Realization Serial: RA-04197 The talk explores how the realization of karmic cause and effect by Buddha leads not only to liberation from it but also constitutes enlightenment itself. The discussion references the teachings of Dogen, particularly the text "... *Karmic Consciousness, Consciousness, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2015
Descending Into Wisdom's Embrace Serial: RA-04196 The talk explores the concept of descending through karmic consciousness to the depth of delusion and subsequently ascending, integrating the ultimate realization with conventional truth. The practice involves an understanding... *Karmic Consciousness, Anger, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2015
Zen Mind: Beyond Thought and Karma Serial: RA-04195 The talk examines various Zen teachings on karmic consciousness, cause and effect, and the integration of the concepts of thinking, not thinking, and non-thinking in Zazen practice. It explores the stories of Bai Zhang and the... *Buddha Mind, Precepts, Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 2015
Whispered Wisdom in Zen Silence Serial: RA-04194 The talk analyzes the significance of communication in Zen teaching, using the story of Sui Yan's query about whether his teachings caused his eyebrows to fall, as a focal point. This question is a metaphor for excessive talking... *Blue Cliff Record, Intimacy, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2015
Unveiling the Inconceivable Mind Serial: RA-04192 The talk explores the concept of the "inconceivable mind," which supports both the conscious mind and habitual behaviors while emphasizing its interconnectedness and complexity beyond conscious narratives. The inconceivable mind... *Anger, Consciousness, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2015
Listening as Liberation Practice Serial: RA-04193 The talk discusses the practice of perceiving and applying the Tathagata's words through wholehearted listening and observation as a means to realize the true Dharma and liberate beings from suffering. Emphasizing Avalokiteshvara... *Buddha Mind, Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2015
Karmic Consciousness: Zen's Invisible Threads Serial: RA-04191 The talk explores the concept of karmic consciousness in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the distinction between conscious and unconscious cognitive processes, and how karma is both a personal and collective phenomenon influencing... *Karma, Karmic Consciousness, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 09 2015
Listening Deeply: The Path of Wisdom Serial: RA-04190 The talk primarily explores the concept of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva's practice of perfect wisdom or Prajnaparamita, emphasizing the importance of wholehearted listening in understanding the Dharma and liberating beings from... *Zazen, Perfect Wisdom, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 2015
Heartbreak Hotel: Karmic Consciousness Serial: RA-04188 The talk explores the concept of "good friendship" as integral to the Buddha way, equating it with perfect wisdom and great compassion. The discussion emphasizes the unity of all beings as one Buddha and highlights karmic... *Karmic Consciousness, Buddha, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 03 2015 AM
Heartbreak Hotel: Karmic Consciousness Serial: RA-04189 The talk explores the concept of karmic consciousness as the result of intentional activities across many lifetimes, emphasizing that the body is the collective fruit of innumerable beings' actions. It discusses the... *Karmic Consciousness, Consciousness, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 03 2015 PM
Good Friendship of Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04187 The talk explores the relationship between Zen practice and the concepts of perfect wisdom and good friendship, suggesting that liberation from suffering is achieved through practices fostering these qualities. It questions... *Practice, Time, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 16 2014 The Yoga Room
Reflecting Infinite Wisdom Together Serial: RA-04186 The talk focuses on the concept of "everything as a precious mirror," exploring the interplay between good friendship, perfect wisdom, and non-attachment to ideas. It emphasizes that attachment to ideas, whether of friendship or... *Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Perfect Wisdom, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 13 2014
Good Friendship of Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04185 The talk explores the intricate relationship between good friendship and perfect wisdom, emphasizing their shared qualities of acceptance, non-attachment, and inclusivity. Central to the discussion is the idea that perfect wisdom... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 09 2014 The Yoga Room
Embracing Suchness Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-04184 The talk explores the practice of non-attachment within Zen Buddhism, focusing on the pure bodhisattva precepts, particularly those related to embracing and sustaining forms, ceremonies, and beings. It emphasizes nurturing... *Suffering, Practice, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 07 2014
Embracing Zen Through Bodhisattva Precepts Serial: RA-04183 The talk discusses the Upasatha or Fusatsu ceremony, emphasizing the significance of confession, repentance, and adherence to Bodhisattva precepts within the context of Zen practice. It outlines the beneficial practice of... *Precious Mirror, Ceremony, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 06 2014
Embodying Suchness: Paths of Compassion Serial: RA-04182 The talk primarily examines the practice of Zen meditation from a bodhisattva's perspective, focusing on the concept of "suchness" and the bodhisattva’s vow to aid all beings. This meditation practice is depicted through stories... *Vow, difficulty, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 05 2014
White Ox Wisdom in Zen Stories Serial: RA-04181 The talk explores the symbolism and teachings surrounding Zen practices, particularly focusing on the fable of Ditsong Plants the Fields. Central to this discussion is the metaphor of the white ox, representing suchness and... *Japan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 04 2014
Unity in Zen: Living Enlightenment Serial: RA-04180 The talk commemorates the anniversary of Shogaku Shinryu Daisho and explores teachings on enlightenment and the interconnectedness of all beings as expressed in Zen philosophy. It reflects on the notion of enlightenment as... *Precious Mirror, Ceremony, Jewel Mirror Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 03 2014
Rohatsu Talk Serial: RA-04178 The talk explores the theme of wishes and intentions, positing that the world is shaped by the collective wishes of all living beings and these wishes can lead to the realization of truth through suffering. Various stories about... *Doubt, Suffering, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 02 2014 Green Gulch Farm
Good Friendship of Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04179 This talk explores the concept of sentimentality versus perfect wisdom and good friendship. It posits that sentimentality towards worldly attachments and aversions leads to suffering, while understanding compassion without... *Pain, Consciousness, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 02 2014 The Yoga Room
Gathering Minds, Nourishing Hearts Serial: RA-04177 The talk explores the concept of Sesshin, emphasizing its meaning as a time to gather, nourish, and sustain the mind and heart. It considers Sesshin as an opportunity for realizing peace, practicing enlightenment, and fostering... *Intention, Breath, Peace*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 01 2014
Good Friendship of Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04176 The talk explores the concept of "good friendship" as a path to liberation from the burdens of clinging to preconceived ideas, elaborating on how friendship offers freedom from suffering by transcending such notions. It delves... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 25 2014 The Yoga Room
Beyond Appearances: Embracing True Freedom Serial: RA-04175 The talk explores the concept of appearances as mere ideas and the role of "good friendship" in attaining freedom from these ideas. Emphasizing that the Buddhist teaching on appearances suggests their impermanence and idea-based... *Pain, Concentration, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 24 2014
Liberation Through Careful Practice Serial: RA-04173 This talk explores the themes of friendship and the Zen practice of non-control, with a focus on understanding that Buddhas serve as liberators rather than controllers. It emphasizes the idea that the practice of enlightenment... *Liberation, Instruction, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 23 2014
Relinquishing Control for True Liberation Serial: RA-04174 The talk explores themes of control, flexibility, and the potential for liberation through relinquishing control in personal interactions and family dynamics. The discourse illustrates this by referencing Zen practices, anecdotes... *Attachment, Love, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 23 2014
Together in Fearless Compassion Serial: RA-04171 The talk examines the concept of Buddhist practice as a collective experience, emphasizing that the practice of a Buddha involves practicing together with all beings without exclusion. This philosophy is presented through stories... *Karmic Consciousness, Lotus Sutra, Family Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 22 2014 AM
Awakening Through Zen's Compassionate Vows Serial: RA-04172 The talk explores the concept of perceiving the universe's true form, aligning with Zen teachings that emphasize the interconnectedness of all beings and the transformative potential of consciousness towards compassion and wisdom... *Vow, Greed*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 22 2014 PM
Good Friendship of Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04170 The talk explores the concept of the "triple world" in Buddhist philosophy, detailing the realms of desire (kamadhatu), form, and the formless or non-material, illustrating how these states exist both externally and within human... *Buddha, Enlightenment, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 18 2014 The Yoga Room
Zen Friends: Letting Go Together Serial: RA-04169 The talk examines the concept of "Good Friendship" within Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the practice of relinquishing attachments to ideas, including those about friendship itself. This dissolution of attachments, accompanied by... *Mindfulness, Perfect Wisdom, Blue Cliff Record*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 2014
Cultivating Liberation Through Friendship Serial: RA-04168 The talk explores the concept of "Buddha's Path" as synonymous with friendship and emphasizes the importance of cultivating 'good friendship' as a means to achieve liberation from suffering. It discusses the practice of letting... *Buddha, Suffering, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 15 2014
Navigating Zen Through Dharma Gates Serial: RA-04167 The talk explores the Zen teachings found within the "Blue Cliff Record," focusing on the relationship and interactions between the Zen figures Darshan and Lungtan, as well as Seppo's journey and practice. This includes their... *Pain, Suzuki Roshi, Blue Cliff Record*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 10 2014
Friendship's Path in Zen Awakening Serial: RA-04166 The talk explores the story of a Chinese monk, known as Virtue Mountain, who studies the Diamond Sutra and initially opposes Zen teachings, considering them heretical. His journey begins with an encounter with a cake-selling... *Bodhisattva Way, Wisdom, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 2014
Pathways to Zen Serenity Serial: RA-04165 The talk explores the dual aspects of meditation, focusing on tranquility and concentration, known as shamatha and samadhi, and examines the methods for reducing discursive thought. It discusses the use of meditation techniques... *Breath, Bodhidharma, Enemies*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 27 2014
Sitting Meditation: Embodying Buddha Mind Serial: RA-04164 The talk explores the significance of vows in Buddhist practice, emphasizing the act of sitting meditation as the primary form of expressing and transmitting the Buddha mind seal. This sitting practice is interpreted not as... *Buddha Mind, Vow, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 25 2014
Intimate Bonds on the Buddha Way Serial: RA-04163 The talk discusses the theme "Stories of Friendship," focusing on the role of friendship in Buddhist practice, as exemplified by the relationship between students and teachers, particularly in Zen practice. Emphasis is placed on... *Zazen, Lovingkindness, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 20 2014
Cultivating Zen Through Friendship Serial: RA-04161 The central theme of the talk discusses the challenges and importance of fostering a welcoming and friendly atmosphere in Zen centers. The speaker reflects on their personal experiences with inclusivity at different centers and... *Suzuki Roshi, Chanting, Buddhism*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 19 2014
Zazen and the Art of Friendship Serial: RA-04162 The talk examines the concept of "practice as enlightenment" through the lens of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the symbiotic nature of practice and enlightenment. It highlights the practice of Zazen as an embodiment of enlightenment... *Enlightenment, Zazen, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 19 2014
Embracing Vulnerability in Zen Practice Serial: RA-04159 The talk explores Zen meditation as deeply interconnected with the Bodhisattva Precepts, emphasizing that Zen practice is not an individual endeavor but an embracing and sustaining of all beings. It stresses that vulnerability is... *Karmic Consciousness, Consciousness, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 11 2014 AM
Zen Harmonics: Bridging Seen and Unseen Serial: RA-04160 The talk explores Zen meditation as a practice that connects the perceptible and imperceptible worlds, emphasizing the importance of compassion and mutual support in the dharma practice. This dual awareness allows practitioners... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 11 2014 PM
Enlightenment Through Spiritual Companionship Serial: RA-04157 The talk at Noabode explores the role of good friendship in the path to enlightenment, specifically referencing the "Gandhavyuha Sutra" which highlights the story of Sudhana, a boy who seeks enlightenment through visits to... *Practice, Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 02 2014 AM No Abode Hermitage
Buddhas in Life: Enlightenment through Guidance Serial: RA-04158 The discussion explores the presence of Buddhas in life as non-external, illustrating this with teachings on spiritual friendship and the importance of teachers within Zen practice, contrary to the interpretation that one does... *Name, Buddha, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 02 2014 PM undefined
Bridging Zen Across Cultures Serial: RA-04156 The talk discusses the interaction with Japanese priests who are visiting to learn about the practice of Buddhism in a predominantly Christian country. There is a focus on translation projects related to Zen texts, particularly... *Heart Sutra, Practice Period, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 22 2014
Betting on Non-Abiding Wisdom Serial: RA-04155 The talk focuses on the concept of "non-abiding mind" in Zen philosophy, emphasizing how the perfection of wisdom is central to realizing a non-abiding state of mind. It explores the idea of being devoted to perfect wisdom... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 21 2014

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