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Playfulness and Liberation Serial: RA-03083 The talk centers on the interplay between playfulness and resistance in fostering spiritual growth and liberation. It discusses how meditation acts as a 'tenderizer,' softening individuals over time, and highlights the importance... *Practice, Time, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 08 2002 C Austin Zen Center
Letting Go of Hatred Serial: RA-00411 Tenshin Reb AndersonGreen Gulch FarmLecture 9/22/02Revised 2/18/03 Letting Go of Hatred The talk "Letting Go of Hatred" explores how Buddhist practice can contribute to world peace by addressing personal and collective sources of hatred. It emphasizes examining personal mistakes, practicing non-hatred, and nurturing... Ceremony, Hate, Love, Ordinary Mind, Japan, Suzuki Roshi, Evil, Ceremony	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 22 2002 Green Gulch Farm
Sesshin #7 Serial: RA-00091 Sesshin #7 The talk explores the concept of "just this person," derived from Zen teachings, specifically emphasizing the cultivation of ordinary personhood to realize the Buddha way. It traces the lineage of this philosophy from Yun Yan to... *Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Intimacy, Five Ranks, Big Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 25 2002
Buddha Through Ordinary Living Serial: RA-03080 The talk explores the concept of "just this person," as imparted by Yuen Yen to Dongshan, highlighting the realization of the Buddha way through ordinary living. The discussion elaborates on the Heroic Stride Samadhi, emphasizing... *Buddha, Practice, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 25 2002
Non-Duality Through Compassionate Practice Serial: RA-00105 The talk distinguishes between two approaches to the Buddha way: one focused on individual purification leading to Nirvana, and the other centered on compassion, learning from mistakes, and realizing the non-duality of ordinary... *Duality, Intimacy, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 24 2002
Pathways to Non-Duality Enlightenment Serial: RA-03079 The talk explores two approaches along the Buddha path: one focuses on achieving nirvana through personal purity, and the other on compassion and non-duality between ordinary beings and Buddhas. The latter emphasizes accepting... *Samadhi, Karma, Interdependence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 24 2002
Embracing Buddha Nature in Ordinariness Serial: RA-00111 The talk explores the Heroic Stride Samadhi as depicted in scripture, discussing how a Bodhisattva can achieve this state of perfect awakening and remain in intimate connection with all Buddhas. It emphasizes cultivating the... *Intimacy, Dragons, Attachment, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 23 2002
Heroic Stride: Embracing Non-Duality Serial: RA-03078 The talk explores the Heroic Stride Samadhi as presented in the "Heroic Stride Samadhi" scripture, emphasizing its capacity to harmonize the ordinary dharmas with the dharmas of the Buddha, suggesting that no true separation or... *Samadhi, Intimacy, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 23 2002
Embracing Ordinary Enlightenment Serial: RA-00112 The talk explores the Bodhisattva Samadhi, specifically the Heroic Stride Samadhi, emphasizing the non-duality between the ordinary experiences of people and the enlightened state of a Buddha. The discussion underscores the... *Samadhi, Karma, Buddha Nature, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 22 2002
Heroic Stride: Embracing Ordinary Buddha Serial: RA-03077 The talk explores the concept of the bodhisattva samadhi, specifically focusing on the "Heroic Stride Samadhi." It emphasizes cultivating a non-duality between ordinary activities and those associated with Buddha, suggesting that... *Samadhi, Buddha Nature, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 22 2002
Mindful Grace in Everyday Actions Serial: RA-00113 The talk focuses on the realization of the heroic stride samadhi, specifically through the practice of ordinary activities without separation or union with the Buddha's activities. The speaker emphasizes the importance of... *Intimacy, Non-attachment, Attachment, Addiction, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 2002
Embodied Enlightenment in Everyday Actions Serial: RA-03076 The talk discusses the cultivation of the "heroic stride samadhi," emphasizing the practice of ordinary activities as integral to realizing Buddhist teachings. It highlights the non-duality between the ordinary actions and the... *Intimacy, Attachment, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 2002
Embrace the Suchness in Life Serial: RA-00114 The talk explores the Zen teaching of suchness, emphasizing the inherent completeness and brilliance of the Dharma, free from human conceptions, yet urging individuals to take care of it. It discusses the metaphor of "just this... *Soto Zen, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Daily Life, Dharma Transmission, Buddha Nature*...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 20 2002
Zen's Playful Path to Compassion Serial: RA-01571 The talk explores the concepts of playfulness and relaxation within the context of Zen philosophy, particularly how these notions relate to Buddhist teachings on dependent co-arising and the middle way. The discussion emphasizes... *Pain, Addiction, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 20 2002
Embodying Dharma in Daily Life Serial: RA-03075 The talk discusses the concept of "suchness" in Buddhism, emphasizing the necessity of understanding and practicing Dharma as it is—without seeking it beyond the present self. The notion of "Precious Mirror Samadhi" and the story... *Dogen, Precious Mirror, Buddhism*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 20 2002
Embracing Everyday Zen Realization Serial: RA-00115 The talk focuses on the concept of "sesshin," a Zen meditation retreat, and explores the practice of maintaining mindfulness and concentration as a means of realizing one's ultimate concern or purpose. It emphasizes cultivating... *Samadhi, Transmission, Continuous Practice, Lotus Sutra, Heart Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 19 2002
Awakening the Path of Sesshin Serial: RA-03074 The talk explores the concept of Sesshin as a period dedicated to realizing one's ultimate concern, emphasizing the importance of peace and freedom for all beings. It discusses the integration of mind and heart, the Heroic Stride... *Samadhi, Posture, Instruction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 19 2002
Balancing Inner Focus and Reality Serial: RA-01570 The talk centers on the practice of samadhi, emphasizing inner focus and non-attachment to external objects, achieving a state of balanced concentration. It discusses the interplay between subjective and objective reality... *Samadhi, Meditation, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 13 2002
Playful Paths to Authentic Wisdom Serial: RA-00412 The talk explores the idea of playfulness and concentration (samadhi) as methods to live helpfully and authentically. It emphasizes the importance of not taking oneself too seriously, which facilitates a playful approach to life... *Intimacy, Letting Go, Samadhi, Balance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 11 2002
Playful Balance: Wisdom in Samadhi Serial: RA-01582 The talk explores the concept of samadhi as the union of compassion and wisdom, emphasizing it as a dynamic state akin to playfulness that maintains balance between inward focus and outward awareness. The discussion posits that... *Samadhi, Practice, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 06 2002
Interdependent Play: Zen and Creativity Serial: RA-01572 The talk explores the concept of dependent co-arising in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing its dual role as both a framework for understanding interdependence and a creative force that enhances the value of life. The discussion... *Samadhi, Letting Go, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 30 2002
Embracing Interdependence Through Mindful Play Serial: RA-01573 The talk explores the development of a calm, flexible state of attention by engaging with the present moment without entanglement in discursive thought, thereby facilitating participation in reality's dynamic interdependence.... *Interdependence, Describe, Ego*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 23 2002
Relaxing Play: Embracing Interdependence Serial: RA-01574 The central thesis of this talk revolves around the concept of calming through "complete relaxation" amidst the flow of impermanent objects of awareness, and the application of wisdom through understanding the interdependence of... *Wisdom, Interdependence, Culture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 16 2002
Bodhisattva Precepts Serial: RA-00442 This is a Sunday morning talk; a Bodhisattva Initiation Ceremony is to take place in the evening. This talk provides an in-depth exploration of the Bodhisattva initiation ceremony and the significance of the Bodhisattva precepts in Soto Zen Buddhism. It emphasizes the ceremonial commitment to practice the Bodhisattva's path,... *Ceremony, Bodhisattva Precepts, Attachment, Buddha Ancestors*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 14 2002 Green Gulch Farm
Balancing Calm and Wisdom's Path Serial: RA-01543 The talk focuses on the interconnectedness of calm abiding and complete wisdom as aspects of meditation. The process of learning calm and wisdom involves recognizing one's responses and evaluations during meditation, emphasizing... *Wisdom, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 09 2002
Zen Insight: Embracing Tranquil Wisdom Serial: RA-01542 The talk centers on the concepts of "Calm Abiding and Complete Wisdom" within Zen practice, focusing on the union of samadhi (calm concentration) and wisdom. It emphasizes the Zen perspective on meditation that transcends... *Buddha, Practice, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 02 2002
Heroic Stride: Zen's Fearless Path Serial: RA-03065 The talk focuses on the concept of the "Heroic Stride of the Bodhisattva" as depicted in Zen tradition, emphasizing fearless and selfless behavior in daily life mirrored by historical figures like Hakuin and Ryokan. It discusses... *Buddha, Samadhi, Buddha Nature*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Concentric Circles of Samadhi Understanding Serial: RA-03066 The talk discusses the concept of "samadhi" using a diagram of four concentric circles to explore its varied interpretations and relationships with consciousness. The innermost circle represents the natural state of "citta... *Buddha, Suffering, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Heroic Stride: Fearless Living Everyday Serial: RA-03067 The talk reflects on the practice of the "Heroic Stride of the Bodhisattva," emphasizing the importance of engaging in daily life with selflessness and fearlessness, inspired by stories of Zen monks like Hakuin and Ryokan. It... *Samadhi, Buddha Nature, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Circles of Consciousness Unveiled Serial: RA-03068 The July 2002 talk discusses the concept of samadhi through a framework of concentric circles, each representing a progressive understanding of consciousness and selflessness. The inner circle defines samadhi as the natural one-... *Buddha, Suffering, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Embrace Discomfort, Find Liberation Serial: RA-03069 The talk mainly addresses the practice of relaxation and acceptance in Zen meditation, emphasizing the transformation that comes from embracing discomfort rather than resisting it. It delves into the importance of confession as a... *Samadhi, Nirvana, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Circle of Samadhi: Unity Realized Serial: RA-03070 The talk examines the stages of samadhi in Buddhist practice, illustrating the interconnectedness of mind and object through concentric circles depicting different levels of realization. The progression from innate misconceptions... *Samadhi, Enlightenment, Community*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Playful Interplay: Wisdom Through Samadhi Serial: RA-03071 The talk examines the interplay of Buddhist precept practice, concentration practice (samadhi), and wisdom practice, suggesting that rather than following a strict sequence, these practices can exist interdependently in a dynamic... *Samadhi, Practice, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Beyond Seeking: Embrace the Present Serial: RA-03072 The talk explores the distinction between seeking and wanting, emphasizing how the desire for relief or enlightenment differs from actively seeking these states. Seeking is seen as a form of attachment that can impede spiritual... *Buddha, Time, Love*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Zen Paths: Beyond Good and Bad Serial: RA-03073 The talk explores the Zen concepts of "good" and "bad" actions, the importance of observing cause and effect, and the interdependence of actions in achieving spiritual growth through samadhi. It emphasizes the paradoxical nature... *Samadhi, Breath, Oneness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 2002
Uniting Insight and Concentration Serial: RA-00093 The talk examines the integration of samadhi (concentration) and wisdom practices in Buddhist philosophy. The discussion emphasizes the distinction between concentration practices common to various traditions and those amplified... *Impermanence, Samadhi, Skandhas, Mindfulness, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 2002
Integrating Wisdom in Samadhi Practices Serial: RA-03064 The talk delves into the complexities of samadhi practices within the Buddhist context, explaining various states of samadhi and their relationship with wisdom. It elaborates on the integration of conventional and ultimate wisdom... *Consciousness, Wisdom, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 2002 Day 7 Green Gulch Farm
Navigating Two Truths in Buddhism Serial: RA-00092 This talk primarily explores the intricacies of distinguishing between conventional and ultimate truths within various Buddhist philosophical schools, notably referencing Vasubandhu's "Abhidharmakosha" and Nagarjuna's "... *Heart Sutra, Impermanence, Two Truths, Avalokitesvara, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 13 2002
Navigating Two Truths in Buddhism Serial: RA-03063 The talk delves into Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the differentiation of ultimate and conventional truths as expounded by various schools, primarily drawing from Vasubandhu's "Abhidharma Kosha" and Nagarjuna's "Fundamental... *Consciousness, Emptiness, Heart Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 13 2002 Day 6 Green Gulch Farm
Wisdom in Samadhi's Perceptive Depths Serial: RA-00081 The talk discusses different kinds of Samadhi within and outside of Buddhism, focusing on the distinction between simple concentration and the Buddhist Samadhis, which are defined by wisdom that discerns the truths taught by the... *Impermanence, Mindfulness, Two Truths, Samadhi, Four Noble Truths*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 12 2002
Conceptual Pathways to Ultimate Truth Serial: RA-00107 The talk examines the interaction between direct and conceptual cognition within Buddhist epistemology, specifically referencing the Swatrantika school. It highlights the significance of both direct perception of ultimate truths... *Impermanence, Observe, Greed*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 12 2002
Wisdom in the Heart of Samadhi Serial: RA-03062 The talk examines the Buddhist concept of samadhi, distinguishing Buddhist samadhi from non-Buddhist samadhi by its incorporation of wisdom that elucidates the truths taught by the Buddha. It further explores the traditional... *Consciousness, Impermanence, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 12 2002 Day 5 Green Gulch Farm
Meditation and Dialogue in Zen Serial: RA-00082 The central thesis of this talk is the importance of both listening to the Dharma and engaging in meditation within Zen practice, emphasizing that understanding and resolving doubts about the teachings through consultation and... *Doubt, Four Noble Truths, Mindfulness, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 11 2002
Dissolving Suffering Through Self-Understanding Serial: RA-00083 The talk explores the relationship between the perception of self and suffering, emphasizing the tendency to exacerbate physical discomfort through attachment to the idea of a substantial self. By understanding this sense of self... *Conversation, Greed, Mindfulness, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 11 2002
Zen Path: Meditation and Wisdom Unveiled Serial: RA-03060 Sesshin Talk The talk explores the connection between sitting in meditation and hearing the true Dharma, emphasizing the Zen practice of integrating both for achieving enlightenment. It discusses the process of clearing doubts through... *Consciousness, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 11 2002 4A Green Gulch Farm
Samadhi, Skandhas, and Ultimate Truths Serial: RA-03061 Sesshin talk The talk explores concepts of samadhi practice, focusing on understanding the difference between conventional and ultimate truths within Buddhist philosophy. It emphasizes the necessity of mindfulness and analysis to distinguish... *Pain, Practice, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 11 2002 4B Green Gulch Farm
Navigating Extremes: The Buddhist Middle Way Serial: RA-00106 This talk centers on the Buddha's first teaching to five yogis, emphasizing the Middle Way by avoiding extremes of indulgence and self-mortification, while introducing the Four Noble Truths. The discussion explores the... *Samadhi, Mahayana, Impermanence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 2002
Navigating Wisdom: The Middle Path Serial: RA-03059 The talk explores the Buddha Shakyamuni's first teachings, emphasizing that real wisdom involves understanding and navigating between the extremes of indulgence and self-mortification. This middle way involves the Four Noble... *Wisdom, Samadhi, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 2002 3 Green Gulch Farm
Zen's Path: Compassionate Wisdom Awakening Serial: RA-00033 The talk emphasizes the foundational principles of Zen, particularly the context of compassion within Zen Buddhism, highlighting the aspiration for Buddhahood—a state characterized by supreme enlightenment and wisdom. The central... *Nirvana, Suzuki Roshi, Samadhi, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Priest*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2002
Sesshin #2 Serial: RA-00104 Sesshin #2 This talk delves into the foundational context of Zen Buddhism, with compassion as the core principle motivating the desire for all beings to be free from suffering and to achieve happiness. It emphasizes the aspiration to attain... *Nirvana, Suzuki Roshi, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Priest, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2002

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