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Causation and Non-Self Serial: RA-03639 The talk focuses on "Meditation on Cause and Effect," emphasizing the interrelated Buddhist teachings of causation, non-self, and living for the welfare of all beings. Central to the discussion is the concept of dependent co-... *Practice, Karma, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 12 2009
Facing Fear with Friendly Stillness Serial: RA-03638 The talk emphasizes the interplay between self-improvement and fear, positing that facing fear with friendliness is pivotal for spiritual growth and understanding. Emphasizing the story of the Buddha beneath the Bodhi tree, the... *Buddha, Study, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 08 2009
Interconnectedness in Nagarjuna's Philosophy Serial: RA-03637 The talk delves into Nagarjuna's "Fundamental Verses on the Middle Way," emphasizing dependent co-arising as a central concept in Buddhist philosophy. This teaching indicates that nothing exists independently or is self-produced... *Emptiness, Stillness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 07 2009
Collective Awakening Through Interdependence Serial: RA-03636 The talk addresses the central teaching of dependent co-arising in Buddhism, emphasizing its role in understanding causation, suffering, and ignorance. The discussion highlights the importance of group practice and the concept of... *Faith, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 07 2009
Mindful Tigers, Liberated Souls Serial: RA-03635 The talk explores the concepts of wholeheartedness and renouncing worldly affairs through attentiveness to the Dharma and the principle of dependent co-arising. A key narrative examines an old man who seeks Zen Master Bai Zhang's... *Practice Period, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2009
Transformative Silence of Consciousness Serial: RA-03634 The talk explores the concept of "dependent co-arising" and its vital force, proposing that true peace is realized by embracing and sustaining this Dharma principle. This involves observing and engaging with one's consciousness... *Resistance, japanese, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2009
Creative Interplay of Violence and Dharma Serial: RA-03633 The discussion centers on the Buddhist concept of dependent co-arising and its relation to nonviolence and creativity. It explores how violence, often seen negatively, serves as a creative force that shapes experience and... *War, Intimacy, Global Warming*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2009
Wholehearted Zen: Embracing Interconnectedness Serial: RA-03632 The talk explores the concept of "wholeheartedness" in Zen practice and its connection to the realization of the Buddha way, emphasizing selflessness and non-attachment. The discussion includes an analysis of dependent co-arising... *Pain, Lotus Sutra, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2009
Wholehearted Living Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-03631 The talk emphasizes the practice of wholeheartedness and selflessness in Zen practice, particularly during zazen (sitting meditation), as a realization of the Buddha way. It draws heavily on the teachings of the Lotus Sutra,... *Lotus Sutra, Zendo, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2009
Beyond Self: Zen Causation Unveiled Serial: RA-03630 The central thesis explores the Buddhist teaching on causation, emphasizing "dependent co-arising" as a non-substantial source, contrasting it with the theistic view of God as the source. This is tied to the Zen practice of... *Buddha, Practice, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2009
Wholehearted Living Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-03628 The talk explores the Zen concept of wholeheartedness, drawing on the metaphor of a Zen teacher fanning himself to illustrate the pervasive nature of truth and interdependence. It posits that truth and Buddhahood are realized... *Daily Life, Interdependence, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2009
Embrace the Present with Wholeheartedness Serial: RA-03629 The talk explores the practice of wholeheartedness in everyday actions, emphasizing the importance of engaging fully with the present moment. This concept is tied to the teachings and practice of mindfulness, highlighting how... *Time, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2009
Grasping Enlightenment Through Causation Serial: RA-03626 The talk centers on the Buddhist concepts of causation, grasping, and the interconnectedness of practice and understanding. Key teachings focus on recognizing and relaxing into grasping tendencies to foster creativity, liberation... *Lotus Sutra, Emptiness, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2009
Embracing Flow: Zen's Treasure Trove Serial: RA-03627 The talk explores the Zen concept of flowing with life's causes and conditions without resistance, aligning with traditional Buddhist understanding that it is possible to maintain awareness of this flow through concentration. The... *Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2009
Wholehearted Living Through Emptiness Serial: RA-03625 The talk explores the concept of wholeheartedness in relation to emptiness, causation, and Buddhist teachings, positing that true understanding and application of these principles lead to a life free from fear and violence. The... *Lotus Sutra, Emptiness, Resistance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 15 2009
Painted Emotions: Zen's Transformative Vision Serial: RA-03623 This talk delves into the interplay of Zen concepts such as 'painted love' and 'painted hatred,' discussing how understanding the inherent emptiness in various emotions and actions can lead to a transformative understanding of... *War, Emptiness, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2009
Mindfulness in Everyday Acts Serial: RA-03624 This talk explores the concept of wholeheartedness, particularly in everyday activities, using the act of dishwashing as a metaphor to illustrate mindfulness and presence in daily life. It reflects on the complexities of... *War, Zazen, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2009
Balancing Passion and Enlightenment Practice Serial: RA-03621 This talk explores the nature of enlightenment, compassion, and faith through the metaphor of a Zen story involving a Tang Dynasty teacher named Bao Che. It emphasizes the necessity of active practice to realize the pervasive... *Passions, Emotions, New Year*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2009
Zen Balance: Compassion without Attachment Serial: RA-03622 The talk examines the dynamics of codependent relationships within the framework of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the need for dispassion alongside compassion to maintain psychological equilibrium. It highlights the importance of... *Passions, Work, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2009
Birthless Peace in Zen Practice Serial: RA-03619 The talk centers on the exploration of "no birth and no death" as the essence of peace within Zen practice, emphasizing the communal and individual practice of Zazen as synonymous with enlightenment, which is beyond mere Dhyana... *Ceremony, Zazen, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 09 2009
Transcending Fragmented Stories Together Serial: RA-03620 The talk explores the concept of understanding reality as segmented into stories, perceived and created by the mind, highlighting how practitioners often engage wrongly by focusing on this segmentation rather than the whole,... *Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 09 2009
Empty Minds Expansive Beliefs Serial: RA-03612 The talk examines the relationship between faith, doubt, and the emptiness of ideas within Zen philosophy and Western thought. By drawing parallels between Buddhist teachings and 19th-century American philosophers, it asserts... *War, Emptiness, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 13 2008 Morning
Embrace Presence: Performing the Buddha Way Serial: RA-03613 The talk explores the concept of "performing" the Buddha way by engaging deeply and wholeheartedly with one's own existence, rather than seeking self-improvement or maintenance. It emphasizes the importance of consciously... *Doubt, Karmic Consequences, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 13 2008 Afternoon
Zazen Beyond Thought and Vision Serial: RA-03611 The talk focuses on the distinction between learning conventional meditation and practicing zazen, emphasizing that true zazen is not concentration practice but rather a realization of the Dharma and the perfection of virtues... *Ceremony, Zazen, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 07 2008
Embracing Pain as Playful Ceremony Serial: RA-03610 The talk explores the concept of loving pain as part of Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of embracing and settling into discomfort as a means of liberation and spiritual growth. It uses storytelling to illustrate the... *Ceremony, Pain, Yoga*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 06 2008
Dancing with Emptiness: Rituals Awakening Serial: RA-03609 The talk delves into the concept of enlightenment as the ritual meeting of "Buddha meeting Buddha," emphasizing that ceremonies, often dismissed as empty, are expressions of emptiness itself and are inherently significant in Zen... *Ceremony, Emptiness, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 05 2008
Zazen: Ritual as Creative Awakening Serial: RA-03608 The talk examines the transformative potential of Zazen by emphasizing the interconnectedness of self and others, and the ritualistic, performative nature of enlightenment practices. The discussion also explores the metaphorical... *Ceremony, Enlightenment, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 04 2008
Performance as Enlightenment Embodiment Serial: RA-03607 The talk delves into the theme of ceremonial performance as an expression and enactment of enlightenment. It emphasizes that all actions, when seen through the lens of emptiness, become ritualistic performances that unify self... *Ceremony, Emptiness, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 03 2008
Oneness Through Zazen Awareness Serial: RA-03606 The talk centers on the practice of zazen as a form of meditation unique to bodhisattvas, emphasizing the interconnectedness of self and others as the essence of enlightenment. This tradition, traced from India to various Asian... *Meditation, Resistance, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 02 2008
Enlightenment Through Unified Mindfulness Serial: RA-03605 The talk emphasizes the practice of Zen as a path toward enlightenment, equating enlightenment with helping others by realizing that "others are oneself." It argues that the purpose of practicing at a Zen center is to internalize... *Enlightenment, Ceremony, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 01 2008
Mind of No Abode: Zen Collective Serial: RA-03603 The talk explores several key Zen concepts including the first bodhisattva precept of not killing, the idea of "No Abode" in the context of Zen practice, and the interconnectedness of all beings as depicted in Chapter 16 of the... *Practice, Buddha, Intention*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 23 2008 AM No Abode Hermitage
Living Precepts: Beyond Life and Death Serial: RA-03604 The talk explores the bodhisattva precepts with a focus on the precept of "not killing," emphasizing its role as a dynamic, non-dogmatic practice rather than a rigid rule. The discourse delves into the significance of precepts in... *Precepts, Practice, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 23 2008 PM No Abode Hermitage
Living the Zen of No Abode Serial: RA-03601 The talk investigates the bodhisattva precept of not killing and its connection to Zen practices and teachings, specifically focusing on the concepts of "No Abode" and the all-encompassing practice of Buddha as discussed in... *Practice, Buddha, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 22 2008 Morning
Embracing Life Through Non-Killing Serial: RA-03602 The talk focuses on the Bodhisattva precept of "not killing," exploring its deeper meaning beyond merely following a rule. It emphasizes the precept as a continuous practice involving mindfulness and devotion, alongside... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Sangha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 22 2008 Afternoon
Leaping Into Timeless Enlightenment Serial: RA-03600 The talk explores the dual aspects of Zen practice: learning through teachings and experiencing enlightenment via "just sitting" or zazen. It emphasizes that the human preparations for this practice—represented by tidying up body... *Practice, Lotus Sutra, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 2008
Wholehearted Action as Buddha Way Serial: RA-03599 The talk delves into the nuanced understanding of practicing the Buddha way, emphasizing that it is not merely about performing any action but involves the intentional dedication of each action to the Buddha way, known as "... *Emptiness, Separation, Three Treasures*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 2008
Playful Pathways to Enlightenment Serial: RA-03598 The talk discusses the concept of crisis as a turning point and relates it to a recent global shift, emphasizing a peaceful transition to new leadership and its implications. It explores Zen philosophy, positing that... *Practice, Buddha, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 09 2008
Enacting Visions Through Ceremonial Practice Serial: RA-03597 The talk discusses the concept of practice as an enactment of Buddhist visions, emphasizing the importance of performing and embodying teachings to fully realize them. The narrative draws parallels between historical visions like... *Buddha, Ceremony, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 29 2008
Embodying Unity Through Communal Rituals Serial: RA-03596 The talk emphasizes the essence of a practice period as a communal ritual aiming to embody the practice of all beings, underscoring the truth of interconnectedness and emptiness as articulated in the Lotus Sutra. It explores the... *Ceremony, Posture, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 25 2008
Oneness Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-03595 The talk explores the relationship between Zen practice and enlightenment, focusing on the understanding that helping others equates to recognizing that others are oneself. This perspective is exemplified in every action as a... *Ceremony, Enlightenment, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 22 2008
Crisis as Catalyst for Enlightenment Serial: RA-03594 The talk explores the concept of "crisis and confidence" and proposes that enlightened beings are constantly at critical turning points and that confidence can be cultivated during times of crisis. Drawing parallels with Zen... *Ceremony, Compassion, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 19 2008
Awakening Through Crisis Compassion Serial: RA-03591 This talk examines the intersection of crisis and confidence, proposing that crises are opportunities for awakening and enlightenment in the Buddhist tradition. It suggests that recognizing others as ourselves is key to... *Ceremony, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 18 2008
Embodied Enlightenment Through Everyday Rituals Serial: RA-03592 The central focus of the talk is the concept of ritual and ceremony in Zen practice, emphasizing that rituals do not lead to enlightenment but embody it. By fully engaging in rituals like meditation, giving, and everyday... *Ceremony, Buddha, Funeral*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 18 2008
Walking the Buddha Path Everyday Serial: RA-03593 This talk explores the concept of practice as ceremony in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the teachings of Eihei Dogen on how rituals embody both the person and the meaning of Buddhist truths. The discussion highlights the role of... *Buddha, Ceremony, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 18 2008
Embrace Fear with Compassion Serial: RA-03589 The talk focuses on the current intense awareness of fear in society, considering the challenges of illness, economic uncertainty, and political instability. It explores the Zen concept of loving fear, promoting mindfulness,... *Hate, Samsara, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 20 2008 Morning
Embracing Fear, Cultivating Courage Serial: RA-03590 The main thesis of the talk explores the transformation of fear into fearlessness, emphasizing that rather than confronting or fleeing from fear, one should be still and allow fear to reveal its nature. Through stillness, respect... *Love, Stillness, Gratitude*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 20 2008 Afternoon
Senior Seminar Serial: RA-03588 This talk examines Zen teachings through the lens of the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing the "one great matter," which involves disclosing, demonstrating, realizing, and entering Buddha's wisdom, as articulated by the Sixth Ancestor. It... *Buddha, Practice, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 16 2008
Embracing Oneness Through Mindful Love Serial: RA-03586 The talk explores the concept of enlightenment within the bodhisattva path, emphasizing that the essence of enlightenment is helping others by seeing them as oneself, or understanding that there are no others. The speaker... *Mindfulness, Posture, Oneness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 06 2008 Morning
Practicing the Four Frames of Mindfulness as Gates to Totality Serial: RA-03587 The talk centers on the practice of mindfulness and loving awareness towards the frames of perception, both inwardly and outwardly, and extends into ceremonies that heighten this awareness. It emphasizes that frames, or... *Love, Ceremony, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 06 2008 Afternoon
Engaging Crisis: The Buddha Path Serial: RA-03584 The talk explores the concept of "The Buddha Way as Ongoing Crisis," emphasizing the dynamic and paradoxical nature of living in the Buddha way, as well as engaging deeply with 16 Bodhisattva precepts first articulated by Eihei... *Bodhisattva Precepts, Precepts, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 16 2008 Morning

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