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Balancing Achievements with Karmic Consciousness

Serial: RA-04091 The talk explores the challenges of balancing external achievements, personal aspirations, and familial responsibilities while maintaining presence and tranquility. It discusses the concept of "karmic consciousness," the practice...
Karmic Consciousness, Precepts, Generosity
Dec 15 2013

Zen Moments: Women as Teachers

Serial: RA-04088 The talk primarily examines the themes of presence, generosity, and the influence of women as teachers within Zen practice, using anecdotal narratives to convey the significance of engaging fully with each moment and person...
Time, Concentration, Practice
Dec 13 2013
PM
No Abode Hermitage

Sudhana's Enlightening Journey with Bodhisattvas

Serial: RA-04087 The talk discusses the story of Sudhana from the Avatamsaka Sutra, highlighting his pilgrimage to receive teachings from various Bodhisattvas, including several female teachers. A central narrative explored is Sudhana's encounter...
Practice, Bodhisattva, Time
Dec 13 2013
AM
No Abode Hermitage

On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings

Serial: RA-04086 This talk explores the Zen Buddhist understanding of consciousness, emotions, and the self, emphasizing that enlightenment involves liberation from the prison of consciousness. The discussion covers emotions as actions, using...
Emotions, Consciousness, Intention
Dec 10 2013
The Yoga Room

On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings

Serial: RA-04085 The talk discusses the Zen perspective on fundamental questions often considered as beginner's territory and highlights the continuous relevance and value of basic practices for both advanced practitioners and beginners alike. It...
Consciousness, Practice, Suffering
Dec 03 2013
The Yoga Room

On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings

Serial: RA-04084 The talk delves into the nature of consciousness, self-awareness, and the pursuit of enlightenment through the study and understanding of self-consciousness. Emphasis is placed on liberating the self not by rejecting it, but...
Consciousness, Study, Compassion
Nov 26 2013
The Yoga Room

Remembering Fred Maroth

Serial: RA-04083 -
Consciousness, Practice, Study
Nov 23 2013
Morning

On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings

Serial: RA-04082 The talk explores the study of the self through consciousness, emotions, and cognitive processes, emphasizing the interplay between unconscious and conscious mental processes. The discussion references storytelling as a method to...
Study, resistance, Consciousness
Nov 19 2013
The Yoga Room

Master Judi's One Finger Zen

Serial: RA-04081 -
Perfect Wisdom, Posture
Nov 17 2013

On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings

Serial: RA-04080 The talk explores the intersection of Zen meditation with concepts of mind, consciousness, emotions, and self. The discussion focuses on distinguishing between different layers of consciousness, primarily the conscious and...
Consciousness, Study, Time
Nov 12 2013
The Yoga Room

On Mind, Emotions, and Feelings

Serial: RA-04079 The talk focuses on understanding the mind and emotions, proposing that by cultivating compassion and recognizing delusions, one can achieve freedom from self-clinging and suffering. It differentiates between the conscious and...
Consciousness, Wisdom, resistance
Nov 05 2013
The Yoga Room

Zazen: The Pathless Journey

Serial: RA-04077 The talk emphasizes that the practice of Zazen is synonymous with the Buddha way, outlining how Zazen facilitates both the study and transcendence of the self. The discussion reflects on how practicing Zazen, alongside...
Zazen, Posture, Study
Oct 28 2013

Self-Awareness as the Path to Freedom

Serial: RA-04076 The talk examines the role of self-awareness and approval in both corporate and spiritual settings, emphasizing how Zen practice involves studying and being conscious of one's self-concern and desire for approval. This self-study...
Study, Attachment, Hate
Oct 20 2013

Unveiling Self Through Zen Practice

Serial: RA-04075 The talk explores the nature of self through the lens of Zen practice, emphasizing the significance of studying the self within conscious experience to achieve enlightenment. The lecturer discusses the distinction between the...
Zazen, Ceremony, Study
Oct 20 2013

Zazen and the Fabric of Reality

Serial: RA-04078 The talk explores the practice of Zazen, emphasizing its distinction from the concept of a mind devoid of thoughts, such as in dreamless sleep or a coma. It asserts that Zazen involves participating in the "ceremony of Zazen,"...
Zazen, Karmic Consciousness, Ceremony
Oct 2013

Mindful Paths to Enlightenment

Serial: RA-04074 The talk emphasizes the practice of mindfulness, particularly the awareness of physical posture and breathing, rooted in Buddhist teachings as a pathway to peace and enlightenment. The discussion further explores the concept of...
Posture, Enlightenment, Community
Sep 29 2013

The Work of Going Beyond Buddha

Serial: RA-04073 Realization in the bodyGoing Beyond BuddhaSept 2013 PM No Abode   -
Buddha, Consciousness, Observe
Sep 21 2013
PM
No Abode Hermitage

The Work of Going Beyond Buddha

Serial: RA-04072 The talk explores the concept of transcending Buddhahood, emphasizing the practice of embodying and realizing the 'mind of no abode' as a means of enlightenment. The discussion weaves through interpretations of classical...
Buddha, Work, Karma
Sep 21 2013
AM
No Abode Hermitage

On Breathing 

Serial: RA-04071 -
Emotions, Breath, Posture
Aug 29 2013
The Yoga Room

On Breathing 

Serial: RA-04070 The talk delves into the intricate practice of meditation focusing on the interaction between the breath and the body. Emphasis is placed on the concept of "kaya smriti upasthana," examining the dynamic relationship and...
Breath, Posture, Greed
Aug 22 2013

On Breathing 

Serial: RA-04069 -
Posture, Breath, Nirvana
Aug 15 2013

Mindful Breath, Liberated Being

Serial: RA-04067 The talk focuses on the practice of mindfulness of body posture and the breathing process as taught by the Buddha, emphasizing this as a path to achieving liberation from suffering. It encourages contemplation of one’s own breath...
Breath, Posture, Observe
Aug 11 2013

Mindfulness Renewed: Embrace Every Moment

Serial: RA-04068 The talk explores the theme of continuity in mindfulness practice, emphasizing the need to renew enthusiasm and awareness consistently. It discusses the balance between staying present with one's posture and breath and expanding...
Breath, Posture, Mindfulness
Aug 11 2013

Observing the Breathing Body and the Mind of No Abode 

Serial: RA-04065 The talk emphasizes the concept of "no abode" or "non-abiding mind" as central to Zen practice, using the temple's name, "No Abode," as a metaphor for the perfection of wisdom. The practice encourages mindfulness of posture and...
Practice, Posture, Wisdom
Aug 10 2013
Morning

Observing the Breathing Body and the Mind of No Abode 

Serial: RA-04066 -
Breath, Posture, Heart Sutra
Aug 10 2013
Afternoon

On Breathing 

Serial: RA-04064 -
Posture, Breath, Mindfulness
Aug 08 2013

On Breathing 

Serial: RA-04063 -
Breath, Posture, Observe
Aug 01 2013

Sitting in the Big, Invisible World

Serial: RA-04061 This discourse reflects on the role of a Zen priest, specifically with regards to practicing and encouraging Zazen and enlightenment, as inspired by the teachings of Suzuki Roshi. It explores the relationship between the visible...
Practice, Enlightenment, Zazen
Jun 22 2013
Morning

The Bodhisattva's Three-fold Ethics and Three-fold Samadhi 

Serial: RA-04062 The talk explores the relationship between concentration practice (samadhi) and ethical training within the Bodhisattva path, as described in the Samyana Nirmacana Sutra. It outlines how the threefold ethics of restraint,...
Concentration, Practice, Discrimination
Jun 22 2013
Afternoon

Dreams to Daylight: Mindful Transformation

Serial: RA-04060 The talk delves into the intersection of dreams and consciousness, explaining how dream recollection can enhance self-awareness and conscious practices. It explores how lucid awareness of dreams may integrate into daytime...
Greed, Attachment, Wisdom
Jun 16 2013

Mountains Reappear with Parental Zen

Serial: RA-04059 The main thesis of the talk centers on the evolution of understanding and practicing Zen philosophy, especially in the context of parental responsibilities. This is illustrated through a metaphor of mountains reappearing and...
Enlightenment, Offering, Zazen
Jun 16 2013

Zazen: Cultivating Enthusiasm for Enlightenment

Serial: RA-04057 The talk emphasizes the practice of zazen, or sitting meditation, at the Green Dragon Temple, focusing on the six aspects essential for enlightenment: generosity, ethics, patience, enthusiasm, concentration, and wisdom. The...
Enlightenment, Concentration, Meditation
Jun 02 2013

Refining Aspirations, Cultivating Enlightenment

Serial: RA-04058 The talk explores the refinement of aspirations within the framework of the Six Perfections (Paramitas) in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the iterative process of aspiration, action, review, and further aspiration. The discussion...
Wisdom, Patience, Concentration
Jun 02 2013

Fayan's Hair's Breadth 

Serial: RA-04056 Fayan’s HairsbreadthNo Abode 5/17/13 PM( On Looking for Results in the Visible World. 30 Min)   -
Nirvana, Samsara, Emptiness
May 17 2013
PM
No Abode Hermitage

I've long heard there is no Zen in India

Serial: RA-04055 The talk explores the concept of practicing compassion and mindfulness towards the thoughts of being unprepared and selfhood within the framework of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the necessity of relaxing and being open to wisdom...
Lotus Sutra, Buddha Nature, Delusion
May 17 2013

Imagining Reality into Liberation

Serial: RA-04054 The talk explores the role of imagination in perceiving reality, emphasizing that while imagination can create misleading perceptions, it is also essential for liberation from illusion. The discussion includes a story about Tim...
Freedom, Attachment, Desire
Apr 21 2013

Silent Songs of the Earth

Serial: RA-04053 The talk addresses the observance of Earth Day, emphasizing the importance of listening to the earth's 'silent song' through imagination and introspection as a form of reverence and action for environmental stewardship. It...
Study, Suzuki Roshi, Politics
Apr 21 2013

I Have Long Heard of Dragon Pond 

Serial: RA-04051 -
Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Transmission
Apr 13 2013
AM
No Abode Hermitage

I Have Long Heard of Dragon Pond 

Serial: RA-04052 -
Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Lotus Sutra
Apr 13 2013
PM
No Abode Hermitage

Unfolding Liberation Through Wisdom

Serial: RA-04050 The talk explores the concept of perfect wisdom and its relationship to dreams and apprehensions, emphasizing that true wisdom cannot be grasped and that liberation arises from understanding the insubstantiality of our...
Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Pain
Mar 10 2013

Sitting Still, Embracing Liberation

Serial: RA-04049 The talk explores the Zen concept of "just sitting," emphasizing its nature as a practice free from the need for apprehension or conceptualization. It discusses how this practice embodies the liberation of all beings through the...
Perfect Wisdom, Compassion, Freedom
Mar 10 2013

The Perfection of Wisdom 

Serial: RA-04048 -
Perfect Wisdom, Delusion, Transmission
Mar 07 2013

The Buddha Mind Seal and the Teachings of Perfect Wisdom 

Serial: RA-04047 -
Ceremony, Perfect Wisdom, Vow
Mar 02 2013
PM
No Abode Hermitage

The Buddha Mind Seal and the Teachings of Perfect Wisdom 

Serial: RA-04046 -
Perfect Wisdom, Heart Sutra, Buddha Mind
Mar 02 2013
AM
No Abode Hermitage

A Special Transmission Outside the Scriptures

Serial: RA-04044 -
Buddha Mind, Transmission, Stillness
Feb 02 2013
AM
No Abode Hermitage

A Special Transmission Outside the Scriptures

Serial: RA-04045 The talk centers on the structure and implications of a ceremonial vow-taking process as described in the text "Muni Mata Alankara, Ornament of the Sage's Mind." This ceremony involves making offerings, confessing past...
Ceremony, Bodhisattva, Vow
Feb 02 2013
PM
No Abode Hermitage

Embracing Wholehearted Zen Living

Serial: RA-04043 The talk focuses on expressing gratitude for the efforts of various participants in a Zen retreat, emphasizing the practices of wholeheartedness and the integration of intensive Zen practice into daily life. There is a discussion...
Lotus Sutra, Practice Period, Zazen
Jan 26 2013

Zazen: Path to Enlightened Engagement

Serial: RA-04042 The talk emphasizes the practice of Zazen as integral to expressing the Buddha Mind Seal and the embodiment of enlightenment through Samadhi. It discusses the three characteristics of phenomena—dream, dependent co-arising, and...
Ceremony, Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts
Jan 25 2013

Awakening Through Compassionate Meditation

Serial: RA-04041 The talk focuses on the concept of reality as dependently co-arisen and discusses how meditation, specifically through samadhi, facilitates entering this reality for the benefit of the world. Key to this is the understanding that...
Compassion, Samadhi, Dharmakaya
Jan 24 2013

Awakening the Mind Through Zazen

Serial: RA-04040 The talk explores the nature of Zazen as a means to realize the original mind of the Buddhas, emphasizing the practice of sitting with an awareness that transcends conceptual clinging to grasp the intrinsic dependent co-arising...
Faith, Enlightenment, Dogen
Jan 23 2013

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