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Awakening Through Compassionate Stillness Serial: RA-04311 The talk focuses on the principle of "Zen meditation awakened life," emphasizing stillness and presence in the present moment as an embodiment of Buddha nature. It discusses the concept of the Bodhisattva, a being dedicated to... *Pain, Delusion, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 04 2016
Embodying Compassion Through Fearlessness Serial: RA-04309 The talk focuses on the Bodhisattva path, emphasizing its essence as living a life driven by deeds of compassion for all beings, which encompasses both human and non-human entities. The discussion addresses the challenges of... *Practice, Compassion, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 17 2016 AM
Compassionate Journey to Interconnected Awakening Serial: RA-04310 The talk explores the path of the Bodhisattva, highlighting the practice of compassionate acts for the welfare of all beings as an essential aspect of Buddhist practice. Emphasis is placed on the reciprocal nature of the teacher-... *Bodhisattva, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 17 2016 PM
Walking the Bodhisattva Path Together Serial: RA-04308 The talk explores the practice of the bodhisattva way, emphasizing the balance between personal commitment and mutual support in spiritual practice. Highlighting the feeling of being overwhelmed by the bodhisattva path, it... *Bodhisattva, Lay, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 15 2016
Walking with Compassion Amid Fear Serial: RA-04307 The talk centers on the practice of compassion within the Zen Buddhist framework, particularly focusing on the bodhisattva path as an embodiment of deeds of compassion for all living beings. Emphasis is placed on overcoming... *Bodhisattva, Generosity, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 14 2016
Embracing Stillness for Compassionate Wisdom Serial: RA-04306 The talk discusses the importance of practicing stillness and silence as a form of compassionate engagement and intimate transmission of the Buddha's teachings. It emphasizes the role of vows and the need to overcome fear of... *Pain, Stillness, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 28 2016
Pivotal Presence: Embracing Zazen Mind Serial: RA-04305 The talk focuses on the concept of "pivotal activity" within Zazen practice, emphasizing the mindful embracing and sustaining of the Buddha's mind. By studying a poem by Hongzhi titled "Fukunzazengi," the practice is related to... *Karmic Consciousness, Zazen, Chanting*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 27 2016
Zazen: Subtle Knots of Knowing Serial: RA-04304 The talk examines the theme of "Zazen for the welfare of all beings," emphasizing that the practice of Zazen is the pivotal activity of all Buddhas and involves a profound knowing that transcends normal consciousness. This... *Consciousness, Zazen, Book of Serenity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 26 2016
Listening to Dharma's Compassionate Cries Serial: RA-04303 The central thesis of the talk is that by listening to the cries of the world with ears of compassion, practitioners can hear the true Dharma. This practice is compared to the art of Zazen, where listening and meditative... *Meditation, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 25 2016
Embrace Stillness, Sustain Consciousness Serial: RA-04302 The talk emphasizes the concept of "stillness" as an intrinsic nature rather than an action, drawing upon Buddhist teachings to describe sesshin as a practice of embracing and sustaining mind, both individual and universal. It... *Stillness, Zazen, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 24 2016
Liberation Through Non-Abiding Compassion Serial: RA-04300 The talk explores the concept of a "mind of no abode," central to the practices of bodhisattvas, as discussed in the Diamond Sutra and Zazen teachings. It emphasizes the pivotal activity of all Buddhas, which is the unceasing... *Consciousness, Separation, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 06 2016 AM
Boundless Compassion, Limitless Listening Serial: RA-04301 The talk explores the theme of extending tender loving care and compassion grounded in the realization of the Tathagata’s truth. It emphasizes that such compassion, even when met with rejection or anger, should be unwaveringly... *Hate, Offering, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 06 2016 PM
Embracing Cycles, Unveiling Liberation Serial: RA-04299 The discussion explores the concept of continuity and the cyclical nature of teachings and practices in Buddhism, emphasizing the importance of being mindful of the non-fixed nature of teachings and experiences. The dialogue... *Samsara, Effort, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 23 2016 PM
Unceasing Effort: Jewel of Compassion Serial: RA-04297 The talk focuses on the concept of an "unceasing effort" to free all beings from suffering and promote peace, using the metaphor of a jewel with multiple facets to describe the multifaceted nature of Buddha's pivotal activities.... *Suzuki Roshi, Effort, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 17 2016
Compassionate Justice Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-04298 This talk focuses on the practice of compassion and its relation to justice within the context of Zen teachings. It discusses how individuals can approach situations of injustice with kindness, citing the steady practice of... *Practice, Compassion, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 17 2016
Pivoting Towards Enlightenment and Liberation Serial: RA-04295 The talk centers on the concept of the "pivot" between self and non-self, particularly in the context of Zen practices like those of a bodhisattva. It explores how understanding and practicing this pivot leads to enlightenment... *Enlightenment, Pain, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 19 2016
Fluid Self: Zen's Path to Liberation Serial: RA-04296 The talk explores the concept of self in Zen Buddhism, highlighting the idea that the self does not exist as an independent entity but is rather a transient, interconnected phenomenon. The discussion emphasizes the transformative... *Stillness, Liberation, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 19 2016
Returning to the Buddha's Home Serial: RA-04293 This talk focuses on the bodhisattva path as depicted in the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing the journey of returning to one's spiritual 'home' after a period of wandering. It draws a deep parallel between this journey and the practice... *Lotus Sutra, Zazen, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 11 2016 AM
Beyond Self: Embracing Interconnectedness Serial: RA-04294 The talk explores the concept of "The Pivotal Business of Buddha’s House," emphasizing the thematic interplay between self-identity and interconnectedness. The discourse emphasizes how true self-realization requires acknowledging... *Paramitas, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 11 2016 PM
Homeward Journey: Finding True Nature Serial: RA-04291 The talk centers on a narrative from the Lotus Sutra that serves as a framework for understanding the journey and training of the bodhisattva within the Zen tradition. The parable described involves a child who wanders away from... *Vow, Lotus Sutra, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 07 2016 AM
Compassionate Trust on the Path Serial: RA-04292 The talk addresses the theme of dealing with suffering and betrayal as part of the path to Buddhahood. The narrative, based on the story of the lost child, interprets family suffering as part of life's journey, paralleling the... *Paramitas, Priest*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 07 2016 PM
Aligning Stillness with Spiritual Practice Serial: RA-04289 The talk explores the practice of stillness and the importance of aligning actions with the Buddha's teachings through remembrance, reception, practice, and transmission of stillness. It emphasizes the role of confession and... *Stillness, Pain, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 2016
Embracing Stillness Through Buddhist Vows Serial: RA-04290 The talk explores the theme of "stillness" within the context of Buddhist practice, emphasizing the remembrance, reception, practice, and transmission of the Buddha's precepts and stillness. The discussion delves into the... *Stillness, Vow, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 2016
Vows as Compass on Zen Path Serial: RA-04287 This talk explores the dynamic between repetition and vows in Zen practice, focusing on the significance of vows in sustaining the bodhisattva path alongside practices like confession and repentance. It uses Dogen's verse on... *Delusion, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2016 AM
Flowing Paths to Buddha's Wisdom Serial: RA-04288 This talk explores two complementary approaches to entering Buddha's wisdom—psychically and interpersonally. It emphasizes the importance of both internalizing teachings independently and engaging in dialogue with teachers to... *Stillness, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Interview*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2016 PM
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04286 The talk explores the Ten Oxherding Pictures, aligning them with the progression through stages of spiritual enlightenment, emphasizing continual movement and integration of practice rather than stagnation. The discussion... *Compassion, Practice, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 05 2016 The Yoga Room
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04285 The talk examines the "Ten Oxherding Pictures" as a metaphor for the stages of enlightenment in Zen practice. It emphasizes the interplay between conscious and unconscious processes, detailing how initial struggles and gradual... *Enlightenment, Stillness, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 29 2016 The Yoga Room
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04284 The talk centers around the Ten Oxherding Pictures, particularly discussing the fourth and fifth stages, Catching the Cow and Herding the Ox, which symbolize stages of spiritual practice and enlightenment. The focus is on... *Stillness, Practice, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2016 The Yoga Room
Taming the Inner Wilderness Serial: RA-04283 The talk analyzes the "Ten Oxherding Pictures," exploring the journey of spiritual awakening depicted through the imagery of taming an ox, symbolizing the process of enlightenment as becoming intimate with oneself and, by... *Stillness, confusion, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 08 2016 The Yoga Room
Compassionate Focus in Zen Practice Serial: RA-04279 The talk delves into the essence of spiritual energy derived from maintaining focus on one's aspirations and vows, particularly reflecting on the practice of Zen Buddhist traditions and the need for consistent remembrance of one'... *Peace, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2016
Aspiring to Compassionate Communication Serial: RA-04281 The talk explores the significance of maintaining spiritual aspirations and the challenges of remembering what is most important, such as the aspiration to truly hear the Dharma and practice compassion. It highlights the... *Current Events, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2016
Compassion Leads to Enlightened Action Serial: RA-04282 The talk discusses the themes of compassion, respect, and trust within Zen practice, focusing on the nature of samadhi and its role in guiding right action. It emphasizes the importance of being open to various thoughts and... *Samadhi, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2016
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04278 The talk explores the concept of non-duality in the Ten Oxherding Pictures, emphasizing that the initial state of confusion (samsara) and the final state of enlightenment (nirvana) are inherently non-dual. It discusses the... *Stillness, Buddha, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 01 2016 The Yoga Room
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04277 The talk focuses on the concept of stillness and its integral role in Zen practice, particularly through the lens of the "Ten Oxherding Pictures," which depict stages of enlightenment from a state of seeking to complete unity... *Stillness, Buddha, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 23 2016 The Yoga Room
From the First Time You Meet a Teacher Serial: RA-04275 The talk explores the necessity of engaging with a spiritual teacher or "good friend" to practice the Zen concept of "just sitting," which symbolizes receiving and embodying enlightenment. The discussion delves into the heartfelt... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 2016 AM
Path of Sudden Enlightenment Serial: RA-04276 The talk explores the "Avatamsaka Sutra," specifically the Gandavyuha section, detailing the pilgrimage of Sudhana guided by Manjushri Bodhisattva. In the Zen tradition, this journey illustrates the pursuit of enlightenment... *Bodhisattva Way, Manjushri, Complete Perfect Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 2016 PM
Upright in Samadhi: Zen Dedication Serial: RA-04274 The discussion reflects on the concepts of sesshin and samadhi, emphasizing gratitude for the assembly's dedication to the practice of Zen through sitting upright in samadhi. The narrative includes reflections on the experiences... *Samadhi, Buddha Mind, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2016
Embracing Vulnerability Through Samadhi Serial: RA-04273 The talk explores the nature of vulnerability and how engaging in samadhi practice can lead to an openness to both individual frailties and the reception of Buddhist wisdom. It emphasizes the idea that vulnerability is inherent... *Samadhi, Pain, Resistance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2016
Meeting Buddhas in Everyday Samadhi Serial: RA-04272 The talk explores the concept of samadhi within Zen practice, focusing on the diligent cultivation of the bodhisattva samadhi and its presence in everyday life. A particular emphasis is placed on the transformative nature of... *Samadhi, Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2016
Awakening Through Just Sitting Serial: RA-04271 The talk discusses the aspiration for complete, perfect awakening as illustrated through a dialogue between a being and the bodhisattva Manjushri, focusing on the transmission and practice of the samadhi of suchness. It... *Samadhi, Precious Mirror, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2016
Living Zen: Embodying Samadhi Uncontrived Serial: RA-04270 This talk explores various manifestations of samadhi within Zen practice, emphasizing the samadhi of the Buddhas as a living, uncontrived state beyond words, yet still expressed through them. It describes the practice of sitting... *Samadhi, Posture, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2016
Embracing Suchness in Zen Practice Serial: RA-04269 The talk revolves around the concept of "suchness" or "nyose" within Zen practice, highlighting its expression in the phrase "thinking-not-thinking" as seen in zazen practice. This exploration ties directly into key Zen texts,... *Samadhi, Zazen, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2016
Embodied Dharma in Everyday Actions Serial: RA-04268 This talk discusses the notion that Buddhas transmit the Dharma through a self-fulfilling samadhi, highlighting the inseparability of the teachings of suchness, intimate entrustment, and the presence of Buddhas and ancestors. It... *Samadhi, Karmic Consciousness, Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2016
Embracing Stillness, Finding Freedom Serial: RA-04266 The talk explores the concept of stillness as a path to enlightenment. It asserts that true freedom and peace are realized through embracing stillness, not by seeking refuge in external movement. Stillness is presented as an... *Stillness, Samadhi, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2016
Grandmother Mind: Everyday Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04267 The discussion centers on the concept of the bodhisattva path, emphasizing that all beings, knowingly or unknowingly, are on a journey towards enlightenment. The talk explores the practice of samadhi, a state of open,... *Samadhi, Buddha Mind, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2016
Zen Samadhi: Beyond Conceptual Engagement Serial: RA-04265 The talk explores the practice and philosophy of zazen within the Zen tradition, focusing on attaining tranquility and samadhi by giving up conceptual engagement with objects. The discussion includes interpretations of teachings... *Samadhi, Instruction, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2016
Cultivating Non-Thinking: Beyond Gain Serial: RA-04264 The talk discusses Dogen's meditation instructions through versions of the Fukan Zazengi, emphasizing the importance of cultivating samadhi without attachment to gain. It explores Yaoshan's approach to "thinking, not thinking"... *Samadhi, Consciousness, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 2016
Awakening Through Embodied Zen Practice Serial: RA-04263 The talk explores the expression of the Buddha mind seal through Zen practice, particularly referencing the Bendowa text's "Self-Receiving and Employing Samadhi" section. It discusses this principle through the lens of bodily,... *Buddha Mind, Samadhi, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2016
Beyond Words: The Silent Path Serial: RA-04261 The talk explores the concept of the "Buddha Mind Seal," which represents the interconnected, collective process of enlightenment beyond individual perception and intellectual comprehension. It emphasizes the importance of... *Buddha Mind, Stillness, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 10 2016
Embodying Enlightenment in Daily Life Serial: RA-04262 The talk focuses on the unceasing practice of freeing all beings so they may dwell in peace, amidst a world challenged by fear and violence. Central to this practice is the cultivation of samadhi, an awareness characterized by... *Buddha Mind, Samadhi, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 10 2016

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