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Zen Path to Infinite Compassion Serial: RA-04563 The main thesis of the talk revolves around the exploration and practice of "great compassion" through a Zen meditation framework. The speaker discusses an approach to meditating on compassion for all beings, integrating... *Compassion, Pain, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 06 2021
Sit Where We Are and Practice Generosity Serial: RA-04562 A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode community - Generosity, Face-To-Face Transmission, Generosity, Evil, Buddha	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 12 2021 No Abode Hermitage Online
Making Our Life A Gift Serial: RA-04561 A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode community - Generosity, Awakening, Wisdom, Obstacles, Practice, Effort	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 08 2021 No Abode Hermitage Online
Unity in Zazen: Personal and Universal Serial: RA-04560 The talk explores the interconnectedness of individual and universal effort in zazen, emphasizing how personal practice is encompassed by and contributes to the collective practice of all beings. It underscores generosity as a... *Zazen, Effort, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 05 2021
Harmony Beyond Differences: Zen and the Lotus Serial: RA-04559 The talk discusses the interplay between Zen meditation and the teachings of the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing the reciprocity and mutual inclusion between personal practice and the universal realization of peace. It explores how Zen... *Evil, Lotus Sutra, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 2021
Embracing Boundaries Through Zen Wisdom Serial: RA-04557 The talk focuses on the practice and understanding of boundaries within the framework of Zen teachings, emphasizing the four methods of embracing and sustaining beings: giving, loving speech, beneficial action, and identity... *Emptiness, Stillness, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 31 2021
Buddhas Together in Meditation Harmony Serial: RA-04556 The talk explores the concept of Zazen through the lens of the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing the idea of "only a Buddha together with Buddha" to describe the multidimensional nature of Zen meditation. The discussion highlights the... *Lotus Sutra, Meditation, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 24 2021
Thresholds of Awakening and Delusion Serial: RA-04555 The talk explores the concept of living at the threshold where delusion and awakening meet, suggesting that true understanding of reality emerges at this juncture. It delves into the interaction between sense organs and sense... *Storehouse Consciousness, Stillness, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 17 2021
Buddha Meets Buddha in Stillness Serial: RA-04554 The main thesis of the talk focuses on the concept of "only a Buddha together with Buddha" as discussed within the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing how this reflects the practice of Zen meditation. Zen meditation, or zazen, is framed as... *Stillness, Lotus Sutra, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 10 2021
Confession And Repentance in the Lotus Sutra - Confession-and-Repentance, Lotus Sutra, Samadhi, Brahma Net Sutra, Lotus Sutra, Daily Life,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 06 2021 No Abode Hermitage Online
Buddha Understanding Through Confession Practices Serial: RA-04553 The talk centers on an intensive study of the Lotus Sutra, focusing particularly on the expression "Only a Buddha together with another Buddha can thoroughly understand the true nature of all things." This is linked to Zen... *Lotus Sutra, Repentance, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 06 2021
Rounding Out Three Months of Lotus Sutra Study Serial: RA-04551 A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode community - Lotus Sutra, Samadhi, Lotus Sutra, Samadhi, difficulty	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 05 2021 No Abode Hermitage Online
Awakening Through Misrecognition and Misdirection Serial: RA-04550 The talk explores the use of misrecognition and misdirection within the teachings of the Lotus Sutra and Zen tradition, emphasizing how these methods serve as skillful means to guide students towards deeper realizations and... *Lotus Sutra, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 29 2021
Embracing Interconnectedness Through the Lotus Sutra Serial: RA-04549 This talk primarily focuses on interpreting various chapters of the Lotus Sutra to emphasize themes of interconnectedness, compassion, and the path to Buddhahood despite adversities. The discourse examines the symbolic narrative... *Lotus Sutra, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 28 2021
Questioning Zen: Embracing the Unknown Serial: RA-04548 The talk primarily examines the significance of questioning within the framework of Zen practice, particularly through the lens of the Lotus Sutra. It emphasizes that questioning sacred texts and teachings is crucial to keeping... *Lotus Sutra, Offering, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 27 2021
Eternal Wisdom of the Lotus Sutra Serial: RA-04547 This talk examines the intricate teachings of the Lotus Sutra, focusing on chapters 10 and 16, as well as the symbolic significance of Buddhas across multiple realities. The discussion highlights Dogen Zenji's embodiment of Lotus... *Lotus Sutra, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2021
Embracing the Eternal Lotus Path Serial: RA-04546 The talk centers on the study and interpretation of the Lotus Sutra, with a focus on Chapters 2, 10, and 16, and the themes of skillful means, ultimate truth, and the eternal life of the Tathagata. The discussion emphasizes the... *Buddha, Lotus Sutra, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2021
Awakening Through Time and Introspection Serial: RA-04545 The talk covers themes from the Lotus Sutra, especially focusing on the interconnectedness of past, present, and future Buddhas and bodhisattvas, and the continuous process of awakening. The discussion includes reflections on... *Buddha, Lotus Sutra, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2021
Journey from Ignorance to Awakening Serial: RA-04544 This talk examines the parable from Chapter Four of the Lotus Sutra, which explores the themes of faith, understanding, and the journey toward Buddhahood. The discussion centers on the parable's narrative of a child rediscovering... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2021
Buddhahood Realized: Faithful Understanding Serial: RA-04543 The talk explores key themes from the Lotus Sutra, focusing on Chapter Four, "Faith and Understanding." It discusses the Buddha's assurance of eventual Buddhahood for his disciples and their unexpected receipt of this teaching... *Lotus Sutra, resistance, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 20 2021
Avalokiteshvara's Compassionate Transformations Serial: RA-04542 The talk discusses the Universal Gateway of Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, emphasizing the transformative and protective powers of invoking Avalokiteshvara's name and form. It illustrates Avalokiteshvara's compassionate abilities... *Avalokiteshvara, Triple Treasure, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2021
Freedom Within Entangled Existence Serial: RA-04541 The talk focuses on Chapter Three of the Wondrous Dharma Lotus Flower Sutra, emphasizing the transition from an initial understanding of Nirvana as personal liberation from suffering to a Mahayana perspective where Nirvana is... *Buddha, Lotus Sutra, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2021
Embracing Compassionate Engagement's Pathway Serial: RA-04540 The talk examines the teachings of the Lotus Sutra, particularly emphasizing Chapter 2, which discusses the concept of unprecedented Dharma and the reinterpretation of Nirvana from an escape of samsara to an ongoing,... *Buddha, Offering, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2021
Connecting Hearts: Interfaith Dharma Journeys Serial: RA-04538 The talk explores the intersection of personal spiritual practices and the realization of the Buddha Dharma through wholehearted and intimate relationships between practitioners of different traditions. It examines the idea that... *Lotus Sutra, Offering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 15 2021
Awakening Through Skillful Means Serial: RA-04539 The talk explores the Buddha's use of skillful means in teaching the Dharma, focusing on the profound nature of Buddha's wisdom as presented in Chapter 2 of the Lotus Sutra. It discusses the inherent difficulty and profundity of... *Buddha, Practice, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 15 2021
Buddha Wisdom Through Collective Awakening Serial: RA-04537 The discussion focuses on Chapter 2 of the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing the teachings of "only a Buddha together with a Buddha" realizing supreme Dharma. It explores the role of skillful means as both a concept of teaching and the... *Lotus Sutra, Sangha, Offering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2021
Awakening Through Buddhist Interconnectedness Serial: RA-04536 The talk focuses on Chapter One of the Lotus Sutra, detailing a scene with a vast assembly and teachings by Shakyamuni Buddha. The Buddha teaches the Sutra of Innumerable Meanings and enters samadhi, with auspicious signs such as... *Lotus Sutra, Offering, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 2021
Turning with the Dharma Sutra Serial: RA-04535 The talk explores the dynamic process of engaging with the Lotus Sutra, urging a thorough examination of the Buddha Dharma through both devotion and critical inquiry, as exemplified by the teachings of Dogen and the historical... *Lotus Sutra, Offering, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2021
Awakening Together Through Lotus Sutra Serial: RA-04534 The talk addresses the significance of the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing its revolutionary nature and encouraging the audience to engage in both teaching and learning from it. It highlights the communal aspect of the sutra study,... *Lotus Sutra, Study, resistance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2021
New Year's Conversations Serial: RA-04533 A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode community - New Year, Lotus Sutra, Lotus Sutra, Study, Time	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 03 2021 No Abode Hermitage Online
In the Same Boat with All Sentient Beings A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode Community. - *Hate, Sangha, Greed*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 19 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Unity in Diversity Through Identity Action Serial: RA-04532 The talk explores the concept of "identity action," emphasizing unity and cooperation amidst diversity. It highlights the Buddhist principle of mutual inclusion, where self and others are interconnected, urging a harmonious... *Sangha, Hate, Greed*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 19 2020
Being Soft, Flexible, Honest, and Upright A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode community - *Lotus Sutra, Nirvana, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Eternal Presence: Buddha's Living Wisdom Serial: RA-04531 The talk explores the presence and teachings of the Buddha through the lens of the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing Chapter 16. It discusses the Buddha's continual presence and practice with all beings, illustrating the concept that... *Lotus Sutra, Love, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 2020
No Abode Lay Disciples Gathering A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of lay-ordained disciples. - *Lotus Sutra, Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 07 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Embracing Compassion Through Lotus Sutra Serial: RA-04530 The talk at No Abode Hermitage discusses the commitment of a Zen Sangha to practice the Bodhisattva precepts, amidst the backdrop of political change and the ongoing pandemic. The speaker proposes a winter practice period focused... *Lotus Sutra, Study, Sangha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 07 2020
Gazing at a Tree for Ten Eons A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode Community. - *Lotus Sutra, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 17 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Undistracted Amidst Worldly Celestial Challenges Serial: RA-04529 The talk focuses on the themes and teachings from Chapter 7 of the Lotus Sutra, titled "The Magical City" or "The Conjuring," exploring how the ancient Buddha, Great Penetrating Wisdom Excellence, exemplifies the practice of... *Lotus Sutra, Enlightenment, Koan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 17 2020
Buddha Dharma Wants To Be Criticized A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode Community. - *Buddha, Practice, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 05 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Illuminating Truths Beyond Words Serial: RA-04528 The talk explores the concept of transmission in Zen as an illumination beyond reliance on words, drawing from the Brahmanet Sutra and the Lotus Sutra, which describe the Buddha's transmission through emanating light. This... *Transmission, Manjushri, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 05 2020
Fifty Years of Priest Practice A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode Community. - *Practice, Work, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 08 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Awakening through Responsibility and Non-Abidance Serial: RA-04527 The talk reflects on the practice of Zen, emphasizing the significance of confession, repentance, and taking responsibility for one’s actions and their impact on social injustices, such as racial oppression and inequality. It... *Forgiveness, Zendo, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 08 2020
No Abode Virtual Gathering A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode Community via Zoom. - Zoom, Buddha, Vow, Practice	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 16 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Awakening Through Everyday Care Serial: RA-04526 The talk, titled "Caring for Everything as Awakening," explores the notion of treating all aspects of one's life, including mundane tasks and interactions, as opportunities for Buddhist awakening. An anecdote about Buddha caring... *Vow, Bodhisattva, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 16 2020
Caring for Everything as Awakening A virtual Dharma talk by Tenshin Roshi for an online gathering of the No Abode Community via Zoom. - Zoom, Coronavirus, Buddha, Precepts, Compassion	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 02 2020 No Abode Hermitage Online
Compassion's Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04525 The talk primarily explores the practice of the bodhisattva precepts centered around great compassion and wisdom as integral to true enlightenment. The discussion underscores the importance of caring for the precepts, akin to... *Precepts, Meditation, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 02 2020
Awakening Through Impermanence's Embrace Serial: RA-04523 The talk focuses on the importance of embracing one's true nature and experiencing impermanence as an entry to Buddha's wisdom. By invoking the vows of the bodhisattva, one can transform everyday activities, such as rest and... *Love, Impermanence, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2020
Unyielding Service Amidst Adversity Serial: RA-04524 The talk explores the teachings and vows of Samantabhadra, a prominent bodhisattva in Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing the practice of serving and honoring all beings, Buddhas, and Bodhisattvas through continuous, unending... *Vow, Bodhisattva, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2020
Vows of Selfless Spiritual Service Serial: RA-04522 The talk analyzes the vows of the Bodhisattva Samantabhadra, particularly emphasizing how these vows guide spiritual practice in the context of shared suffering and illness. Using the COVID-19 pandemic as a backdrop, the... *Vow, Practice, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2020
Unity in Prostration and Awakening Serial: RA-04521 The talk discusses the significance of prostrations in Zen practice, emphasizing their role as a form of Dharani and as an expression of the Shobo Genzo, or treasury of true Dharma eyes. The prostrations symbolize a relationship... *true dharma, Bowing, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 09 2020

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