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Beyond Illusion: Insights to Enlightenment Serial: RA-03265 The talk explores a narrative about the Buddha and his attainment of six supernormal knowledges, emphasizing deep states of meditative concentration leading to direct perception without conceptual mediation. It discusses the... *Concentration, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2005 PM No Abode Hermitage
Enlightenment Through Interconnected Generosity Serial: RA-03264 The talk centers on the enlightenment of the Buddha and explores various narratives about the event, highlighting the evolving and multifaceted nature of these accounts. It draws parallels between these stories and "A Christmas... *Buddha, Time, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2005 No Abode Hermitage
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03263 This talk explores the nuances of Mahayana Abhidharma focusing on misconception and valid cognition, specifically examining how sensation and perception can be distorted by unwholesome mental states. The discussion elaborates on... *Time, Doubt, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2005 The Yoga Room
Understanding the Nature of Mind Serial: RA-00514 Tenshin Anderson 12/15/05 Green Dragon Temple Understanding the Nature of the Mind GGF The talk at the Green Dragon Temple covers the complexities of understanding different types of cognition within the framework of Zen philosophy, emphasizing the distinction between direct perception and conceptual cognition. It... *Consciousness, Time, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03262 The talk explores themes from Mahayana Buddhism, focusing on Shakyamuni Buddha's enlightenment, and the cognitive processes of perception and conception in Buddhist thought. The discussion highlights the Buddha's realization of... *Love, Buddha Nature, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 2005 4 The Yoga Room
Leaping Into Life's Impermanence Serial: RA-03259 The talk explores the concept of the "Buddha way" as an act of leaping and detachment, emphasizing that it involves an ongoing process of engaging with life's uncertainties and turning points. It introduces the notion of... *Interdependence, Impermanence, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 27 2005
Renunciation Embraced, Liberation Unfolds Serial: RA-00305 The talk addresses the complexities and communal aspects of commitment to renunciation within Buddhist practice, focusing on the self-fulfilling samadhi and mutual establishment of precepts. It explores bilateral commitment, the... *Renunciation, Commitment, Priest, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 27 2005
Leaping Into Impermanence and Interconnection Serial: RA-00301 The talk discusses the nature of the Buddha way as a process characterized by detachment and leaping — actions that are integral and inherently connected to living in accordance with the true nature of reality. This involves... *Interdependence, Impermanence, Don't Know Mind, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 27 2005
Leaping into Life's Impermanence Serial: RA-00288 11/27/05 Tenshin Reb Anderson Green Dragon Temple This talk addresses the nature of the "Buddha way," emphasizing it as a process of continuous leaping and detachment from definitions and fixed states, asserting that the true essence lies in engagement and participation in life'... *Interdependence, Impermanence, Don't Know Mind, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 27 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03258 The talk discusses the emergence and significance of Mahayana Buddhism, beginning with the Prajnaparamita texts, which emphasize the direct realization of emptiness over conceptual frameworks previously offered by the Abhidharma... *Consciousness, Emptiness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 2005 5 Green Gulch Farm
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-00491 - *Consciousness, Emptiness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 2005 5 Green Gulch Farm
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03257 The talk explores the nature of direct and conceptual perception within the framework of Mahayana Abhidharma, emphasizing how direct perception is typically non-conceptual and accurate, compared to conceptual cognition, which... *Consciousness, Time, Impermanence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 2005 3 The Yoga Room
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03256 The talk centers on the evolution of Buddhist teachings from early Abhidharma to Mahayana Abhidharma, emphasizing the transition from frameworks aiding in understanding experiences (such as skandhas, ayatanas, and dhatus) to more... *Buddha, Mahayana, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 14 2005 4 Green Gulch Farm
Fear and Fearlessness Serial: RA-03255 The talk explores the intersection of fear and fearlessness, referencing the Buddha's teaching in the "Fear and Dread" scripture from the Middle Length Discourses. It discusses the practice of confronting fears through... *Time, Love, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 13 2005 2 Cleveland Zen Center
Fear and Fearlessness Serial: RA-03254 The talk explores the concepts of fear, danger, and fearlessness using the metaphor of standing on a cliff's edge. It delves into the etymology of fear and anger, examining them as opportunities to understand interdependence and... *Evil, Letting Go, Name*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 13 2005 1 Cleveland Zen Center
Fear and Fearlessness Serial: RA-03253 The talk explores the concepts of fear and fearlessness, emphasizing that fear is often linked to future uncertainties or expectations, while anxiety is a response to vague threats. Meditation practices are proposed as methods to... *Work, Pain, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 2005 2 Cleveland Zen Center
Fear and Fearlessness Serial: RA-03252 The talk addresses the duality of fear and fearlessness within the context of Buddhist teachings, notably the significance of interdependence and non-separation in understanding these states. The discussion emphasizes how anxiety... *Buddha, Consciousness, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 2005 1 Cleveland Zen Center
Fear and Fearlessness Serial: RA-03251 The talk focuses on the concepts of fear and fearlessness essential for realizing nonviolence and spiritual freedom within Zen practice. By meditating on fear, individuals can discover true fearlessness, allowing them to engage... *Time, Work, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 11 2005 Cleveland Zen Center
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03250 The talk provides a detailed examination of the sevenfold analysis of mind and cognitions within Mahayana Abhidharma, focusing on direct perceptions and their subtypes. It discusses the conditions necessary for various types of... *Consciousness, Time, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 10 2005 2 The Yoga Room
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03249 The talk outlines an in-depth exploration of Mahayana Abhidharma, specifically discussing Vasubandhu's work, the 'Abhidharmakosha', and its analysis of experience through frameworks like the five skandhas, twelve ayatanas, and... *Practice, Buddha, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 07 2005 3 Green Gulch Farm
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03248 The talk focuses on understanding mind in the Mahayana Abhidharma context, emphasizing that openness to experience without preconceived expectations fosters enlightenment. The speaker discusses the intrinsic nature of mind as... *Consciousness, Meditation, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 2005 1 The Yoga Room
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-00492 - *Practice, Buddha, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03247 The talk centers on the Mahayana interpretation of Abhidharma, emphasizing Vasubandhu's adaptations to earlier Abhidharma teachings under the influence of Mahayana thought. The discussion details how Vasubandhu and his brother... *Consciousness, Impermanence, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 31 2005 2 Green Gulch Farm
Leaping Clear: Embrace Crisis Moments Serial: RA-03244 The talk focuses on the concept of crisis as a turning point in spiritual practice, emphasizing the dual nature of danger and opportunity. It suggests that the Buddha way involves "leaping clear" from both suffering and bliss,... *Love, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 2005
Embracing Crisis: Pathway to Wisdom Serial: RA-03246 The talk explores the concept of "leaping clear" in Zen philosophy as a practice of disengagement from both suffering and bliss, emphasizing the dynamic nature of spiritual work as a continuous process of turning and rebirth. The... *Love, Mill Valley*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 2005
Embracing Vulnerability for Spiritual Growth Serial: RA-00037 The talk explores the concept of leaping into vulnerability as integral to the Buddha way, emphasizing that spiritual work involves embracing the crisis point in each moment as a turning point. This approach involves... *Ceremony, Balance, Patience, Thoroughness, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Leaping Clear: Embracing Crisis for Growth Serial: RA-00256 The talk explores the concept of the "Buddha way" as a continuous process of "leaping clear," or constantly engaging with one's immediate circumstances without attachment, focusing on the pivotal moments of crisis. Crisis is... *Mill Valley, Ceremony, Balance, Patience, Thoroughness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 2005
Embracing Crisis: Paths to Transformation Serial: RA-00297 The talk focuses on the concept of "crisis" as a pivotal moment of spiritual and personal transformation, emphasizing the importance of being present at these moments where danger and opportunity coexist. This involves embracing... *Ceremony, Dana, Balance, Patience, Thoroughness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 2005
Priest Meeting Serial: RA-03241 - *Abhidharma, Consciousness, Heart Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 2005
Priest Meeting Serial: RA-03242 - *Emptiness, Time, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 2005
Mahayana Abhidharma - Class 1 Serial: RA-00010 - Abhidharma, Intuition, Duality, Heart Sutra, Mindfulness, Emotions	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Priest Meeting Serial: RA-03240 The discussion revolves around the nature of emptiness as articulated in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly through Maitreya's teachings on bodhisattvas and the importance of understanding emptiness to fully engage with the great... *Emptiness, Study, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 17 2005
Freedom Through Chosen Constraints Serial: RA-03239 The talk centers on the Zen concept of freedom, exploring how voluntary commitment to constraints and training can lead to liberation. Central to this discussion is the idea of responding appropriately to each situation as a core... *Commitment, Freedom, Yoga*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 16 2005
Finding Freedom Through Embraced Limits Serial: RA-03238 The talk centers on the theme of relaxation and acceptance within challenging situations, particularly with children and relationships. It underscores the concept of commitment as a pathway to freedom, suggesting that embracing... *Commitment, Freedom, Yoga*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 16 2005
Finding Presence in Duality Serial: RA-01039 The talk centers on the theme of "finding one's place," which is a metaphor for discovering personal presence and realizing fundamental reality in Zen practice. It discusses the conceptual tension between selfishness and... *Priest, japanese, Religion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 13 2005
Mahayana Abhidharma Serial: RA-03261 The talk explores the nature of storytelling and the conceptual limitations in expressing true experiences, using the story of Asanga and Maitreya as a central example. It delves into the notion of dependent co-arising and the... *Consciousness, Bodhisattva, Sangha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 28 2005 6 Green Gulch Farm
Seeing Clearly The Danger of Death Serial: RA-00263a - *Enemies, American, Suzuki Roshi, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 24 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Fearless Compassion Through Wisdom Serial: RA-00493 The talk explores the multidimensional nature of compassion in the context of Zen Buddhism and the Bodhisattva path, emphasizing its dual role as both a feeling of empathy and a driving desire to alleviate suffering. It delves... *Samsara, Nirvana, Desire, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 18 2005
Zen Meditation: Transcending Duality Together Serial: RA-00289 This talk delves into the practice of sitting meditation within a Zen context, emphasizing the concept of imperceptible mutual assistance among beings and the obstacles presented by karmic perceptions. The speaker advocates for... *Confession-and-Repentance, Renunciation, Repentance, Interview, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 2005
Awakening Through Interdependent Zen Practice Serial: RA-00506 The talk explores the concept of reciprocal coexistence and awakening in Zen practice, emphasizing the challenge posed by "ancient twisted karma" that obscures the perception of mutual support among all beings. It suggests... *Confession-and-Repentance, Renunciation, Repentance, Interview, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 2005
Beyond Perception: Embracing Interconnected Awakening Serial: RA-00269 The talk underscores the theme of mutual support among all beings, highlighting the limitations of perception influenced by karma and calling for a practice of renunciation and repentance to prepare for awakening. It delves into... *Confession-and-Repentance, Renunciation, Repentance, Interview, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 2005
Zen Commitments: Balancing Renunciation and Freedom Serial: RA-00521 08-20-05 #00270 Roshi Tenshin Sesshin 6 Commitment and Renunciation - Receiving Precepts 1st Pure Precept - Restraint, Contraint, Boundaries "Leaving Home' and 'Staying Home" Ordinations Priests are more... The talk discusses the concepts of commitment and renunciation within the context of receiving the Zen precepts, highlighting the nuanced differences between monastic and lay life through ceremonies like "Shukkei Tokoro" (Leaving... *Renunciation, Commitment, Priest, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 20 2005
Commitment and Renunciation - Receiving Precepts Serial: RA-00270 08-20-05 #00270 Roshi Tenshin Sesshin 6 Commitment and Renunciation - Receiving Precepts 1st Pure Precept - Restraint, Contraint, Boundaries "Leaving Home' and 'Staying Home" Ordinations Priests are more... - Renunciation, Commitment, Priest, Bodhisattva Precepts, Confession-and-Repentance, Priest-and-Lay,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 20 2005
Interbeing: Enlightenment Through Mutual Support Serial: RA-00287 The talk explores the practice of enlightenment through self-fulfilling samadhi, emphasizing the realization that all beings are interconnected and mutually supportive. It introduces the concepts of confession and repentance as... *Repentance, Confession-and-Repentance, Renunciation, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 19 2005
Interdependent Enlightenment Through Samadhi Practice Serial: RA-00271 The talk centers on the path of true enlightenment and the practice of 'self-fulfilling samadhi', emphasizing the reciprocal support among all beings. By contemplating this interdependence, practitioners can awaken to the reality... *Repentance, Confession-and-Repentance, Renunciation, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 19 2005
Embracing Enlightenment Through Self-Discovery Serial: RA-00516 The talk discusses the true path of enlightenment, which is described as practicing self-fulfilling samadhi and recognizing the reciprocal altruism of all beings. There is an emphasis on understanding rather than believing this... *Repentance, Confession-and-Repentance, Renunciation, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 19 2005
Zen's Path: Purity and Non-Duality Serial: RA-00515 The talk examines Zen as a transformative process that serves as quality control for any spiritual or non-spiritual practice by integrating the non-dualistic approach of Zen Buddhism. It discusses how practices like metta,... *Soto Zen, Bodhisattva Precepts, Duality, Letting Go, Confession-and-Repentance*...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 18 2005
Zen Integration: Balancing Purity and Practice Serial: RA-00284 The main thesis of the talk delves into the multifaceted practices within Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the integration of various practices, such as loving-kindness meditation (metta), with a focus on 'quality control' and... *Soto Zen, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Bodhisattva Precepts, Duality, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 18 2005
Zen's Path: Beyond Gaining Desires Serial: RA-00286 The talk explores Zen practice as a form of quality control and purification of various spiritual practices, emphasizing the Zen approach to non-duality and the concept of there being no gaining idea. It compares different Zen... *Soto Zen, Bodhisattva Precepts, Letting Go, Confession-and-Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 18 2005
Renouncing to Restore Interconnected Awareness Serial: RA-00517 The talk focuses on the principle of "just sitting," emphasizing the renunciation of worldly affairs as an essential step in Zen practice. It explores the idea of engaging in spiritual practices not for personal gain but as an... *Commitment, Interdependence, Offering, Bowing*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 17 2005

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