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Roots and Fruits of Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04140 The talk examines the concept of Prajnaparamita, or "Perfect Wisdom," emphasizing its fundamental role in the aspirations and practices of bodhisattvas, or "heroes of enlightenment." The speaker explores the non-duality of... *Wisdom, Perfect Wisdom, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 10 2014 The Yoga Room
Rooted in Aspiration: Bodhisattva Journey Serial: RA-04139 The talk discusses the aspiration and path of the bodhisattva, focusing on the practice of perfect wisdom, which is rooted in the desire to understand and benefit all beings. Emphasizing the need for repeated reflection on one's... *Perfect Wisdom, Attachment, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 03 2014
Stories We Tell Ourselves Serial: RA-04136 The talk explores themes of storytelling, self-reflection, and relationships, with a focus on the tale of Baal Shem Tov and its relevance to personal narrative and identity. Key discussions include the interplay of personal... *Patience, War, difficulty*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 22 2014
Stories as Pathways to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04137 The talk examines the concept that to learn the Buddha way is to explore stories, considering the self as an ongoing storytelling process. Highlighting Zen practices and martial arts, the narrative emphasizes self-discovery... *Study, Meditation, Koan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 22 2014
Stories Unveiling Self and Spirit Serial: RA-04138 The talk centers on the transformative power of storytelling in self-understanding and spiritual practice, using a narrative about Baal Shem Tov and a bishop to explore themes of identity, repentance, and interconnectedness. It... *Doubt, Study, difficulty*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 22 2014
Zazen: Beyond Enlightenment Through Friendship Serial: RA-04135 The talk explores the concept of Zazen as an embodiment of enlightenment through good friendship, as articulated by Buddhist thinkers. The practice of Zazen is emphasized as an act of continually engaging with both visible and... *Zazen, Suzuki Roshi, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 21 2014
Fayen’s Good Friendship Serial: RA-04134 - *Wisdom, Perfect Wisdom, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 07 2014 PM
Clean the Temple and Listen to the Cries of the World Serial: RA-04133 - *confusion, Monkey Mind, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 07 2014 AM
Zen Stories: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04132 The talk explores the concept of consciousness as a storytelling space and emphasizes the importance of mutual support, friendship, and the process of giving up everything to achieve enlightenment. Through the lens of Zen... *Study, Fox, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 25 2014
Openness and Wisdom Through Friendship Serial: RA-04131 This talk explores the concept of openness within Zen practice, particularly focusing on openness to emotions such as anxiety and shame, and extends this discussion to include the interplay between awakening and entering into... *Wisdom, Perfect Wisdom, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 10 2014 PM No Abode Hermitage
Perfect Wisdom - The Mother of All Buddhas Serial: RA-04130 The talk explores the theme of "Perfect Wisdom" as central to the teachings of the Heart Sutra and associated Buddhist scriptures, emphasizing the non-abiding nature of true wisdom. It discusses how the Mahayana concept of wisdom... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 24 2014 The Yoga Room
Perfect Wisdom - The Mother of All Buddhas Serial: RA-04129 The talk delves into the concept of "Perfect Wisdom" as presented in Buddhist scriptures, particularly the role of words and consciousness in the practice of prajnaparamita, or the perfection of wisdom. It explores the idea that... *Consciousness, Wisdom, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 2014 The Yoga Room
Living Beyond Words Serial: RA-04128 The talk centers on the practice of non-abiding and detachment from linguistic and conceptual constructs, advocating for the realization that words and labels, such as 'so beautiful' or 'too much,' lack inherent reality.... *Perfect Wisdom, Discrimination, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 13 2014
Zen Transformation Through Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04127 The talk explores the transformation of Green Dragon Zen Temple, focusing on its architectural changes and evolving practices. The primary teaching centers on the Great Vehicle or Mahayana teachings aimed at bodhisattvas,... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Bodhisattva Way*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 13 2014
I always think of Hunan in Spring Serial: RA-04126 - *Bodhidharma, Japan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 12 2014
I always think of Hunan in Spring Serial: RA-04125 - *Bodhisattva, Wisdom, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 12 2014
Perfect Wisdom - The Mother of All Buddhas Serial: RA-04124 The talk explores the concept of perfect wisdom, particularly through the lens of Zen teachings, emphasizing the non-abiding nature of wisdom where language and perception do not hint at any underlying reality. It highlights the... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 2014 The Yoga Room
Perfect Wisdom - The Mother of All Buddhas Serial: RA-04123 The talk explores the nature of perfect wisdom within Zen philosophy, emphasizing its significance as the "Mother of all Buddhas" and its role in harmonizing the concepts of samsara and nirvana. The discourse differentiates... *Perfect Wisdom, Suffering, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 2014 The Yoga Room
Perfect Wisdom - The Mother of All Buddhas Serial: RA-04122 The talk focuses on exploring the notion of "living in stillness" as synonymous with enlightenment, a concept discussed within the context of Prajnaparamita, or the perfection of wisdom in Buddhist tradition. The discussion... *Buddha, Stillness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 27 2014 The Yoga Room
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04121 - *Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Book of Serenity, Enemies*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 23 2014 8
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04118 - *Faith, Pain, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 23 2014 5
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04120 - *Karma, Karmic Consciousness, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 23 2014 7
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04119 - *Nirvana, Samsara, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 23 2014 6
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04114 - *Karmic Consciousness, Openness, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2014 1
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04116 - *Karmic Consciousness, Gratitude*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2014 3
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04115 - *Anger, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2014 2
Exploring Consciousness and Realizing Wisdom Serial: RA-04117 - *Nirvana, Dharmakaya, Fox*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2014 4
Perfect Wisdom - The Mother of All Buddhas Serial: RA-04113 The talk explores the concept of "The Perfection of Wisdom" in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the practice of Zen meditation as a means to achieve this wisdom, which is considered the mother of all Buddhas. The discourse highlights... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 20 2014 The Yoga Room
Speakable and Unspeakable Names of Our Zen Family Ancestors Serial: RA-04111 - *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 01 2014 Morning
Speakable and Unspeakable Names of Our Zen Family Ancestors Serial: RA-04112 - *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 01 2014 Afternoon
Transcending Illusion Through Compassion Serial: RA-04110 The talk explores the concept of duality in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the idea that duality is an illusion which can be transcended through compassion. Discussions include the metaphor of the Dharma wheel, the role of... *Karmic Consciousness, Compassion, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 09 2014
Pathways to Enlightenment Readiness Serial: RA-04109 The talk explores the parable of the four kinds of horses used by the Buddha to illustrate varying levels of spiritual readiness and motivation to practice Dharma. It highlights the Buddha's teaching methods, which progressively... *Buddha, Duality, Impermanence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 09 2014
The Good Friendship of Shitou, Matsu and Yaoshan Serial: RA-04107 - Shitou, Mazu, Yaoshan, Koan, Teacher-and-Student, Practice, Time, Buddha	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 01 2014 AM No Abode Hermitage
The Good Friendship of Shitou, Matsu and Yaoshan Serial: RA-04108 - *Suzuki Roshi, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 01 2014
Transcending Words to Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04106 The talk explores the nature of perfect wisdom using paradoxical concepts such as "no detachment and non-detachment," "comprehension and no-knowledge," and the inadequacy of language to fully express the perfection of wisdom. It... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2014
Zen Wisdom: The Journey Begins Serial: RA-04105 The talk explores the concept of "perfection of wisdom" in Zen Buddhism, equating zazen and just sitting with perfect enlightenment and the Buddha way. It underlines the role of a Zen practitioner or bodhisattva as promoting the... *Mahayana, Faith, Perfect Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2014
Breath and Wisdom: A Zen Journey Serial: RA-04104 The talk focuses on the connection between the practice of "just sitting" (Zazen) and mindfulness of breathing, positing that caring for one's breathing body in a spirit of compassion can lead to the realization of wisdom beyond... *Perfect Wisdom, Suzuki Roshi, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2014
Manjushri's Dance of Dual Wisdom Serial: RA-04103 The talk delves into the portrayal and symbolism of Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Perfect Wisdom, examining the tension between displays of aesthetic beauty and profound wisdom. It explores the notion of the 'middle way' in... *Wisdom, Perfect Wisdom, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2014
Essence of Mind: Daowu Teaches the Essential Gate to Truth Serial: RA-04102 Sesshin Dharma Talk This talk explores the idea put forth by Shakyamuni Buddha that the essence of a holy life, and by extension the path to enlightenment, is rooted in friendship and companionship. By intertwining the practice of mindfulness of... *Wisdom, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2014 Green Gulch Farm
Zen's Breath: The Friendship Path Serial: RA-04101 The talk underscores the profound connection between friendship, mindfulness of breathing, and Zen practice, emphasizing that good friendship is integral to both the Eightfold Path and the Middle Way. By equating zazen (sitting... *Breath, Zazen, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2014
Patience and Inner Refuge in Zen Serial: RA-04100 The talk emphasizes the practice of non-abiding and patience in the context of Zen philosophy, highlighting the concept of taking refuge not as an external act but as an internal state. It discusses the three types of patience—... *Bodhisattva Way, Bodhisattva, Bowing*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2014
Green Dragon Companions in Zen Serial: RA-04099 The talk explores the concept of spiritual friendship in Zen practice, emphasizing the necessity of "kalyanamitra" or admirable companionship as the foundation of the entire spiritual path. It discusses the metaphor of the "Green... *Enlightenment, Perfect Wisdom, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2014
Zazen Beyond Form and Friendship Serial: RA-04098 The talk examines the practice of Zazen, emphasizing that true Zazen is not confined to sitting postures but is a form transcending any physical form. This is linked to the Diamond Sutra's essence, which teaches that wisdom is... *Zazen, Ceremony, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2014
Perfect Wisdom Through Zen Stability Serial: RA-04097 The talk emphasizes the role of Zen practice, specifically zazen, in encouraging stability and the perfection of wisdom amidst life's inherent "creative confusion." The job of a Zen priest, described as a bodhisattva, is to... *Zazen, Karmic Consciousness, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2014
Embracing Non-Attachment in Practice Serial: RA-04096 The discussion centers on the Buddhist concept of "abiding" versus "non-abiding," particularly in the context of ethical commitment and practice. The speaker explains that abiding occurs when attachment arises from caring too... *Commitment, Precepts, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2014
Embracing Non-abidance for Compassionate Liberation Serial: RA-04095 The talk explores the Zen concept of non-abidance, emphasizing the Bodhisattva path and the importance of not holding onto ideas or self-identity to achieve enlightenment and aid others. It underscores the necessity of compassion... *Suffering, Perfect Wisdom, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2014
Honoring Student-Teacher Relationship (Flower Adornment Scripture) Serial: RA-04094 - *Compassion, Consciousness, Enlightenment, Offering, Complete Perfect Enlightenment...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 04 2014 PM No Abode Hermitage
Honoring Student-Teacher Relationship (Flower Adornment Scripture) Serial: RA-04093 - *Kalyana Mitra, Compassion, New Year, Teacher-and-Student, Perfect Wisdom, Liberation...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 04 2014 AM No Abode Hermitage
On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings Serial: RA-04092 The talk explores the intricate relationship between consciousness and unconscious processes, emphasizing the Buddhist notion that consciousness arises dependently on the body and the universe. It discusses the dual nature of... *Consciousness, Emotions, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2013 The Yoga Room
Celebrating Enlightenment Through Continuous Practice Serial: RA-04090 The talk explores the concept of practice in Zen, particularly the notion of continuous celebration and acknowledgment of the practice of wisdom and enlightenment. The discourse examines the paradoxical goal of Zen to liberate... *Karmic Consciousness, Perfect Wisdom, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2013

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