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Interwoven Phenomena: Embracing Mystery and Wisdom Serial: RA-00031 The talk explores the practice of studying and meditating on the concept of dependent co-arising, emphasizing the mysterious and interdependent nature of phenomena as articulated in the Samdhinirmochana Sutra. The discussion... *Impermanence, Buddha Mind, Daily Life, Conversation, Humility*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 26 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Dependent Co-arising Serial: RA-00007 A talk on Dependent Co-arising given at Green Gulch Farm 03/26/2003 - *Impermanence, Buddha Mind, Conversation, Daily Life, Humility*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 26 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Dreams, Dharma, and Dependent Arising Serial: RA-00155 The talk addresses the complexities of understanding selflessness and the dependent nature of phenomena, using the Mahayana text "Sambhidhirmochana Sutra" to explore the Three Turnings of the Wheel of Dharma. It emphasizes the... *Buddha Mind, Emotions, Attachment, Conversation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 26 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Beyond Thought: The Zen Path Serial: RA-03102 The talk focuses on Zen meditative practices, particularly the distinction between wisdom and compassion meditations. Emphasizing "non-thinking" or contemplating beyond discursive thought facilitates an understanding of the... *Meditation, Posture, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2003
Awakening Peace Through Zen Meditation Serial: RA-00419 The talk emphasizes the urgent need for inner peace through understanding and practicing the teachings of the Buddha, particularly the concept of the middle way and non-thinking in meditation. The discourse elaborates on wisdom... *Breath, War, Zazen, Commitment, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2003
Beyond Thought: Embracing Zen Tranquility Serial: RA-00018 The talk explores the practice of meditation as a path to realizing peace and enlightenment through balancing tranquility and wisdom teachings. It emphasizes the importance of non-thinking or thinking beyond one's own thoughts as... *Breath, Zazen, War, Commitment, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Navigating Zen's Middle Way Essence Serial: RA-02246 The talk explores the concept of the "middle way" in Zen philosophy, delving into how understanding one's true nature involves navigating between extremes. It stresses the necessity of training to overcome habitual views that... *Meditation, Happiness, Buddhism*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 20 2003
Balancing Peace Through Middle Way Serial: RA-00420 Sunday The talk explores the Middle Way as a process to achieve lasting peace, emphasizing the balance between inner and outward peace through meditation practices. It critiques the paradox of using war to achieve peace and examines the... *War, Balance, American, causation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 16 2003
Balancing Extremes Through Middle Way Serial: RA-02255 The talk explores the "Middle Way" as introduced by the Buddha, highlighting the dangers of extremes like indulgence in sense pleasures and self-mortification. It delves into the practice of finding balance, both physically and... *Buddhism, Balance, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 13 2003
Seeing Beyond Imagined Realities Serial: RA-03100 The talk explores the five stages in the path to liberation in early Buddhism and their application to the Mahayana bodhisattva path, focusing on the preparatory stage through the foundational teachings of the three natures:... *Study, Meditation, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 12 2003
Three Characteristics of all Phenemona - Sandhinirmochana Sutra Chapter 6 Serial: RA-00150 Summary (by transcriber John Briggs): In this talk Reb introduces concepts of the three natures of phenomena: the imagined, or imputational; the other-dependent; and the perfected character, or thoroughly established character of... - *Four Noble Truths, Dependent Origination, Attachment, Nirvana, Mahayana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 12 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Liberation Beyond Illusions Serial: RA-00017 All entries with this date are the same talk The talk explores the concept of the Buddhist path to liberation, emphasizing the Mahayana tradition's expanded framework of five paths adapted for the Bodhisattva path. The discussion details the three natures in Mahayana... *Dependent Origination, Attachment, Nirvana, confusion, Building*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 12 2003
Sitting Without Seeking Buddha Wisdom Serial: RA-00030 The talk elaborates on the practice of meditation embodying the principles of great compassion and non-seeking, emphasizing how Buddhas sit and practice without any expectations or desires. The discussion explores the nature of... *Ceremony, Happiness, Balance, Buddha Ancestors, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 08 2003
Compassionate Zen: Meditation Without Seeking Serial: RA-00443 This talk examines the practice of meditation within Zen Buddhism, particularly in the context of maintaining compassion while avoiding the element of seeking. It emphasizes that Buddha's practice involves great compassion... *Ceremony, Letting Go, Zazen, Happiness, Balance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 08 2003
Compassion Fuels Mindful Wisdom Serial: RA-01497 The talk emphasizes the distinction and connection between compassion and wisdom practices in Zen, exploring how compassionate actions can precede and support the development of wisdom. The discussion further delves into... *Breath, Mindfulness, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 06 2003
Path of Balance and Liberation Serial: RA-02256 The talk emphasizes the concept of the "Middle Way" as taught by the Buddha, which means avoiding extremes of indulgence in sense pleasures and self-mortification. This idea leads to liberation and enlightenment, offering a... *Wisdom, Meditation, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 06 2003
Compassionate Wisdom: Mindfulness in Zen Serial: RA-03099 The talk explores the integration of compassion and wisdom practices in Zen, emphasizing the distinction between the two while highlighting their interconnected nature. It delves into the ancient practice of the Four Foundations... *Breath, Mindfulness, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Compassion and Wisdom Unveiled Serial: RA-00145 The talk explores the dual paths of compassion and wisdom in Zen practice, emphasizing the integration and distinction between these approaches. It introduces the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as a shared framework across... Breath, Mindfulness, Four Noble Truths, Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Balance...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Interwoven Paths of Zen Wisdom Serial: RA-00182 The talk explores the dual aspects of spiritual practice in Zen: compassion and wisdom, and how they are interconnected but distinct. Emphasis is placed on the ancient teaching of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness as a... Breath, Mindfulness, Four Noble Truths, Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Daily Life...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2003
Wisdom and Compassion for Global Peace Serial: RA-03098 The discussion focuses on how teachings and practices of wisdom and compassion, derived from the Buddhist tradition, can contribute to individual and global peace. Drawing on stories of Shakyamuni Buddha, it is emphasized that... *Meditation, Compassion, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 26 2003
Wisdom and Compassion in Balance Serial: RA-00175 The talk explores the integration of wisdom and compassion in the context of Zen practice. It draws on the teachings and actions of Shakyamuni Buddha to illustrate the potential impact of wisdom and compassion on achieving peace... *Happiness, Daily Life, Patience, War, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 26 2003
Embracing Authentic Zen Journeys Serial: RA-02161 The talk explores the concept of forced Zen practice versus voluntary practice based on genuine desire, emphasizing the importance of not indulging in self-oppression. It discusses the symbolic use of the swastika in Buddhism and... *Practice, Study, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 25 2003
Unity of Mind and Reality Serial: RA-00307 The talk explores the concept of the unity of mind and reality, as taught by the Buddha, with an emphasis on how the three worlds—the realm of desire, the material realm, and the formless realm—are manifestations of a single mind... *Continuous Practice, Six Realms, Separation, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 20 2003
Interdependence: Path to Inner Peace Serial: RA-03097 The talk centers on the application of Buddhist teachings, particularly the principles underlying the three characteristics of phenomena to achieve inner and outer peace. It emphasizes the need for a correct understanding of... *Freedom, Meditation, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 16 2003
Embracing Interdependence for Global Peace Serial: RA-00138 Sunday The talk explores the application of Buddha's teachings to achieve inner and outer peace through a correct understanding of the nature of phenomena. It emphasizes the importance of understanding the interdependent nature of all... *War, Nirvana, American, Impermanence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 16 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Unraveling Wisdom: Awaken Compassion Serial: RA-03096 The talk concludes a meditation intensive focusing on Mahayana wisdom teachings from the "Unraveling the Thought of the Buddha," emphasizing the three natures of phenomena: other-dependent, imputational, and thoroughly... *Meditation, Greed, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2003
Interdependence Illuminated: Wisdom in Action Serial: RA-00141 The talk explores Mahayana Buddhist wisdom teachings, particularly focusing on the "Unraveling the Thought of the Buddha" scripture, emphasizing the three natures of phenomena: other-dependent character, imputational character,... *Practice Period, Gratitude, Greed, confusion, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Interwoven Path: Wisdom and Compassion Serial: RA-00143 Sunday The talk explores the Mahayana scripture, "Unraveling the Thought of the Buddha," focusing on wisdom and compassion as interconnected practices in Zen meditation. A central theme is understanding the three characters of phenomena... *Practice Period, Greed, Gratitude, confusion, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Unraveling Illusions Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-03095 The talk explores the meditative practices related to the understanding of dependent co-arising and the concept of the "other dependent character" in Zen philosophy. It emphasizes the importance of transitioning from meditative... *Breath, Practice Period, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2003
Transcending Illusions Through Insight Meditation Serial: RA-00140 The talk explores the practice and complexities of meditation, emphasizing the profound insight into the nature of phenomena through Buddhist teachings. It discusses the distinction between calming (Samatha) and insight... *Breath, Emotions, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2003 Green Gulch Farm
The Imputational Character Serial: RA-00144 - *Breath, Emotions, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2003 Tassajara
Awakening Through Impermanent Interconnections Serial: RA-03094 The talk explores the concept of other-dependent phenomena and how misperceptions based on false imputed permanence hinder realization of impermanence, leading to suffering driven by karma and defiled emotions like greed, hate,... *Impermanence, Greed, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2003
Embracing Impermanence for True Awakening Serial: RA-00125 The talk focuses on understanding and embracing impermanence as a means to awakening, aligning with Buddhist teachings on karma, dependent origination, and meditation practices. It discusses how suffering arises from distorted... *Impermanence, Karma, Greed, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Impermanence Through Breath Awareness Serial: RA-00139 The talk explores the Zen meditation practice of embracing impermanence through breath awareness, highlighting how suffering is influenced by karma, which stems from distorted emotions created by misperceptions. It examines how... *Impermanence, Karma, Breath, Greed*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Interconnected Phenomena Realization Serial: RA-03093 The talk focuses on interpretations of the Samdhinasana Sutra, examining the concepts of the dependent, imputational, and thoroughly established characters of phenomena. It discusses how understanding the lack of inherent... *Mindfulness, Meditation, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2003
Embracing Impermanence Through Dependent Nature Serial: RA-00134 The talk delves into the intricacies of understanding the three natures of phenomena as discussed in the Samadhi-Nirvana Chana Sutra. It focuses on the notion of perceiving phenomena through the lens of dependent nature rather... *Mindfulness, Breath, Attachment, Nirvana, Gratitude*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Pathways to Liberation Through Wisdom Serial: RA-00124 The talk explores the intricacies of conceptual grasping, dependent origination, and established characteristics within the Samadhi-Nirvana-Jnana-Sutra framework. It delves into the differentiation between other-dependent and... *Mindfulness, Breath, Attachment, Nirvana, Gratitude*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Breathing Beyond Focus for Wisdom Serial: RA-03092 The talk focuses on mindfulness of breathing as a method to quiet discursive thoughts and attain a state of calm, emphasizing that the cessation of such thoughts, not the object of focus like breathing, is what's pivotal for... *Breath, Meditation, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2003
Breathing Beyond the Breath Serial: RA-00135 The talk explores the role of mindfulness of breathing in Zen practice, arguing that it is not the act of focusing on the breath that leads to calm and clarity, but rather the relinquishment of discursive thought. This process is... *Breath, Soto Zen, Dependent Origination, War, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Beyond Breath: Embracing Zen Insight Serial: RA-00123 The talk examines the concept of breathing within Zen practice, particularly focusing on mindfulness of breathing as a means to reduce discursive thought rather than a path solely to tranquility. There is an emphasis on... *Breath, Soto Zen, Dependent Origination, War, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Surrender to Interdependent Awakening Serial: RA-03091 The talk discusses the nature of phenomena and the emergence of Buddhas in the context of Soto Zen and Buddhist wisdom. It emphasizes the concept of dependent co-arising and introduces the Four Noble Truths as wisdom teachings.... *Wisdom, Samadhi, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2003
Embracing Impermanence Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-01447 The talk discusses the concept of impermanence and dependent origination within Zen practice, emphasizing meditation on impermanent phenomena to overcome misconceptions that lead to greed, hate, and delusion. It highlights the... *Impermanence, Karma, Greed*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2003
The Wishful Path of Awakening Serial: RA-00148 This talk explores the concept of "the wish" as foundational to the appearance of Buddhas, analyzing its dependent nature as referenced in the Samdhinirmocana Sutra and the Lotus Sutra. It further examines Buddha's initial... *Addiction, Non-thinking, Soto Zen, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Wishes and Wisdom in Zen Awakening Serial: RA-00127 The talk focuses on the concept of wishes as a dependent phenomenon that prompts the emergence of Buddhas, according to the "Lotus Sutra" and the "Samdhinirmochana Sutra." It discusses the "Four Noble Truths" and Shakyamuni... *Addiction, Non-thinking, Soto Zen, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Wishes Arising: Buddhas Through Interdependence Serial: RA-00122 The talk primarily addresses the idea of manifesting Buddhas through the concept of dependent arising, elaborating on how living beings, ignorance, and suffering contribute to the conditions that bring forth Buddhas. The main... *Four Noble Truths, Addiction, Lotus Sutra, Samadhi, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Zen's Gift: Understanding Selflessness Serial: RA-03090 The talk delves into Zen philosophy, focusing on the concept of wisdom teachings related to the illusory nature of self and phenomena. It distinguishes between three types of phenomena (imputational, other-dependent, and... *Meditation, Wisdom, Gratitude*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2003
Wisdom Teachings Sandhinirmochana Sutra Chapters 6 and 7 Serial: RA-00151 - *Gratitude, confusion, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2003 Green Gulch Farm
Unveiling Reality through Zen Meditation Serial: RA-03088 The talk discusses the "Three Characters of Phenomena" in Buddhist philosophy: the imputational character (conceptual, akin to dreams), the other-dependent character (reliant on causes, beyond conceptualization), and the... *Study, Compassion, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2003
Beyond Labels: Embracing True Experience Serial: RA-03089 The talk explores the notion of affliction arising from assigning labels such as "good" or "bad" to experiences, thereby entering the realm of affliction. It elaborates on the concept of imputation as a process of... *Faith, Bowing, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2003
Dreams, Truths, and Non-Thinking Serial: RA-00152 This talk investigates the Zen teachings on the "three characters of phenomena," focusing on the concepts of dream, dreaming, and truth. It explores "non-thinking" as a practice paralleling these characters and discusses Dogen's... *Heart Sutra, confusion, Four Noble Truths, Daily Life, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2003 Green Gulch Farm

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