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Unweaving the Mind Through Meditation Serial: RA-02939 The talk explores the deconditioning of the mind from conceptual elaboration through Shamatha and Vipassana practices, emphasizing the difference between the non-conceptual state of mindfulness (Shamatha) and the insight into non... *Emptiness, Breath, Tassajara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 31 2000
Purity in Practice: Zen's Non-Dual Path Serial: RA-02938 The talk focuses on the concept of purity in practice within the framework of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing that while practices such as Samatha (tranquility meditation) are not synonymous with non-duality, they can align with non-... *Breath, Concentration, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 30 2000
Mindful Paths to Compassionate Awakening Serial: RA-02937 The talk discusses key elements of Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing compassion, the aspiration for awakening, and the realization of emptiness, highlighting the interconnected roles of beginners and Buddhas in aiding the practice... *Emptiness, Instruction, Bodhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 29 2000
Tranquility and Insight in Zen Journey Serial: RA-02936 The talk focuses on the practice and integration of the Mahayana elements of compassion (bodhicitta), wisdom, and realization, with a particular emphasis on the practice of Samatha (tranquility) and Vipassana (insight) within Zen... *Instruction, Mahayana, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 28 2000
Sesshin Day 3 Serial: RA-02303 Winter Practice Period The talk explores the non-conceptual nature of shamatha meditation, emphasizing the importance of experiencing concepts in a non-grasping, non-elaborative way. The narrative delves into the experience and transformative process... *Breath, Consciousness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 27 2000
Zen's Transformative Breath Awareness Serial: RA-02935 The talk focuses on the interaction between conceptual and non-conceptual awareness in the practice of Samatha meditation. The narrative centers around the sixth Zen ancestor’s transformative experience upon hearing the Diamond... *Breath, Buddha Nature, Kinhin*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2000
Awakening Through Natural Stillness Serial: RA-02934 The talk explores the Mahayana tradition, emphasizing the realization of ultimate truth through emptiness combined with great compassion, which is equated with buddhahood. The practice of Samatha, or "calm abiding," is discussed... *Emptiness, Mahayana, Bodhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2000 Tassajara
Open Minds: Embrace Life's Challenges Serial: RA-02394 The talk revolves around the practice of approaching life with an open mind, avoiding fixed perspectives, and recognizing every event as an opportunity to engage with the Buddha Dharma. The discussion suggests that meeting... *Practice, Buddha, Instruction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2000
Beyond Breath: Embracing Pure Awareness Serial: RA-02933 The talk delves into the practices of Samatha, particularly the focus on awareness of breath as a conceptual object, versus the awareness of awareness itself, as central to true Samatha practice. It discusses the common... *Breath, Study, Fox*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2000
Insight through Calm in Zen Practice Serial: RA-02932 The talk examines the interdependence of shamatha (calm abiding) and vipassana (insight) within Zen practice, emphasizing their inseparability for genuine meditative experience. It draws from classical Buddhist sources like the...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2000
Seeing the Buddha, Knowing the Mind Serial: RA-02931 The talk explores the practice of Samatha within Zen Buddhism, particularly methods focusing on visualization, such as the image of Shakyamuni Buddha, which aligns with certain traditional Zen instructions. It discusses the... *Stillness, Breath, Shikantaza*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2000 Tassajara
Compassionate Zen: The Middle Way Serial: RA-02930 The talk explores the integration of love and compassion within the Middle Way and the realization of selflessness in Zen practice. Discussion advances the notion that the aspiration to achieve Buddhahood and the motivation... *Posture, Breath, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2000
Turning the Light Inward Serial: RA-02929 This talk explores the cultivation of inner awareness through meditation, particularly focusing on the practice of confession, the creation of compassionate spaces, and the principles of shamatha and vipassana meditation.... *Meditation, Practice, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2000 Tassajara
Present-Moment Zen: Personal and Interpersonal Serial: RA-02928 The talk explores the concept of 'dropping off body and mind' as a central practice in Soto Zen, emphasizing its dual nature as both a personal and interpersonal practice. It discusses the importance of immediate, present-moment... *Letting Go, Practice, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2000 Tassajara
Finding Balance in Zen Practice Serial: RA-02927 The main thesis of this talk revolves around the concept of practicing Zen amidst a community beset by illness, using scriptures and teachings to understand and apply the "Middle Way." Emphasis is placed on observing and settling... *Practice Period, Emptiness, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2000
Releasing Delusion Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-02926 The talk addresses the nature of delusion and enlightenment within Zen practice, emphasizing how individuals often struggle to relinquish attachments and perceptions of reality. It explores the interplay between selflessness and... *Delusion, Ceremony, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2000
Embrace the Ordinary, Reveal Enlightenment Serial: RA-01431 This talk focuses on embracing emotions and the ordinary in daily life as part of Zen practice. It discusses letting sadness flow as a form of meditation, where fully experiencing and releasing it can lead to a refreshed state.... *Faith, Buddha, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2000
Riding the Waves of Non-Abiding Serial: RA-01429 The talk examines the Zen concept of "Non-Abiding" and its practice in daily life, symbolized by the imagery of "Riding the Waves." Drawing from a koan studied at Green Dragon Zen Temple, the discussion details how the practice... *Perfect Wisdom, Bodhisattva, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2000
Embracing Impermanence: Zen's Non-Abiding Mind Serial: RA-01484 The talk explores the interplay between awareness, excitement, and the concept of non-abiding mind within Zen philosophy. The speaker distinguishes between self-awareness and self-consciousness, emphasizing the importance of not... *Pain, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2000
Tenzo Serial: RA-01426B The talk explores the concept of non-abiding in the context of meditation practice, emphasizing meeting experiences without grasping or rejecting them. It highlights that progress in Zen meditation involves moving without... *Buddha, Meditation, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2000
Tenzo Serial: RA-01426A In this discussion, the focus lies on distinguishing between spiritual and psychological experiences and the concept of attachment. A hierarchy of attachment is established, with spiritual attachment considered the most... *Time, Love, Hate*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2000 3
Zen Practice: Embracing No-Mind Approach Serial: RA-01430 The talk centers on the concepts of non-grasping and letting go of attachment to stages of spiritual progress, emphasizing the idea of meeting experiences with a "no-mind" approach. It highlights the Zen teaching that true... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2000
Healing Through Embracing Paradox Serial: RA-00969 The talk explores Zen practice as a means to heal the world by purifying love from dualities, enabling freedom from the split between self and others. The discussion highlights the Middle Way, a Buddhist teaching that instructs... *Letting Go, Love, Healing*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 12 1999
Compassionate Balance on the Middle Way Serial: RA-00970 The talk elaborates on the necessity of great love and compassion as foundational elements for practicing the Middle Way in Zen philosophy. It emphasizes that renunciation should arise from love rather than aversion, and... *Love, Renunciation, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 11 1999
Embracing Intimacy in Present Being Serial: RA-00972 The talk explores the concept of the middle way in Zen philosophy, emphasizing its intimacy with the present moment through "Yathabhutam," perceiving the world as it has come to be. The discussion involves overcoming dualities... *Intimacy, Wisdom, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 10 1999
Embracing Balance Through Intimacy Serial: RA-01562 The talk explores the Middle Way as articulated in a specific sutta, emphasizing the balance between the extremes of existence and nonexistence. It describes the Middle Way as intimacy with experience, where right wisdom or view... *Intimacy, Wisdom, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 09 1999
Embracing Intimacy Through The Middle Way Serial: RA-00979 The talk explores the "middle way" in Zen philosophy, emphasizing it as the inherent emptiness and non-duality of every experience, rather than a mere conceptual teaching. It discusses how intimacy with experience transcends the... *Intimacy, Emptiness, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 09 1999
Ignorance as Enlightenments Essence Serial: RA-00978 The talk centers on the concept of ignorance as both the fundamental affliction and the immutable knowledge of all Buddhas, emphasizing a non-dual recognition of ignorance as intrinsic to understanding. It underscores the Middle... *Karmic Consciousness, Avatamsaka Sutra, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 1999
Navigating Zen's Balanced Path Serial: RA-00977 The talk explores the tension between self-awareness and self-criticism, emphasizing the Zen principle of non-attachment, especially in the context of comparing oneself to past Zen masters. It introduces the Middle Way as taught... *Priest, Vow, true dharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 07 1999
Zen's Middle Path Unveiled Serial: RA-00976 The talk focuses on the Zen practice of "dropping body and mind" and its connection to the Middle Way as taught by Shakyamuni Buddha. The discourse outlines how this non-grasping approach manifests through practices at Green... *Vow, Faith, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 06 1999
Navigating Life's Middle Path Serial: RA-01561 The talk explores the concept of the "middle way" as presented in the Kacchayana Gota Sutta, emphasizing the importance of not grasping extreme views of existence and non-existence. The discourse highlights the significance of... *Doubt, Love, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 02 1999
Zen Stories: The Power of Ambiguity Serial: RA-01017 The discussion centers on the importance of storytelling within Zen traditions, highlighting how stories have been told and retold as tools for community building and spiritual exploration. It emphasizes that these stories lack... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Community*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 29 1999
Zen's Eyebrows: Wisdom Unveiled Serial: RA-01010 The talk examines the Zen case "Sui Yen's Eyebrows," focusing on the metaphorical implications of a Zen tradition that speaking inappropriately causes one's eyebrows to fall out. The case is contextualized by discussing how Zen... *Blue Cliff Record, Emptiness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 22 1999
Selflessness: The Path to Global Healing Serial: RA-02925 The talk discusses the concept of healing the world through the realization of selflessness, contrasting it with the selfish tendencies often inherent in human beings. This transformation involves understanding selfishness, the... *Study, Gratitude, Healing*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 1999
Transcending Self Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-02333 The talk centers on the concept of "dropping off body and mind" within the Soto Zen tradition, emphasizing that this is not an action performed by an individual but rather the essence of Dharma practice. It elaborates on the self... *Practice, Buddha, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 20 1999
Zen and the Art of Community Serial: RA-01030 This talk delves into the integration of Zen practice with the Bodhisattva precepts, focusing on the concept of "dropping off body and mind" to embody Buddha nature. The discussion emphasizes the interconnectedness of all beings... *Buddha, Practice, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 1999
Unraveling the Unborn Paradox Serial: RA-01008 The central thesis explores the Zen dialogue between Masters Jinshan and Chushan concerning the liberation aspect of recognizing the "unborn nature" of birth and life. This discussion delves into understanding how one can be... *Time, Liberation, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 15 1999
Embracing The Present: Zen's Middle Way Serial: RA-01560 The talk explores Zen meditation by emphasizing that it is not an activity performed by an individual but the realization and acceptance of the present moment, devoid of the delusion of a separate self. It discusses the "middle... *Meditation, Delusion, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 11 1999
Beyond Knowing: Zen's Simple Truth Serial: RA-01009 The talk revolves around various Zen teachings, emphasizing the dichotomy between knowing and not knowing. It references the story of Buddhas not knowing what "it is," whereas cows and cats do, suggesting a comment on simplicity... *Practice, Time, Freedom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 08 1999
Selflessness: The Heart of Zen Compassion Serial: RA-01897 The talk examines the central role of compassion in Zen practice, highlighting that true realization of compassion requires embracing selflessness. Selfishness is discussed as the primary obstacle or "enemy" to compassion. The... *Study, Buddha, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 06 1999
Dropping Mind-Body for World Healing Serial: RA-01020 The talk primarily focuses on the central teaching of Zen as articulated by Ru Jing, especially regarding the concept of "dropping off body and mind" (Shinjin Datsu Raku) and its correlation to healing the world. This principle... *Precepts, Ceremony, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 1999
Embracing Zen: Knowing Like Cows Serial: RA-01007 The discussion explores the Zen concept of understanding beyond traditional learning, suggesting that true knowledge is represented by individuals and creatures who practice being in the moment without attachment to learned... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 01 1999
Compassionate Liberation Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-02177 The talk discusses the essence of Zen as rooted in compassion and the importance of transcending personal narratives for true enlightenment. By relinquishing attachment to both old and new stories, individuals can access a state... *Ceremony, Enlightenment, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 1999
Embracing Zen: Shedding Mind and Body Serial: RA-01019 The talk examines the Zen practice of "shedding body and mind," emphasizing that this practice permeates both Zen practitioners and non-practitioners by being enveloped in the "Buddha body." This concept, originating from Ru Jing... *Zendo, Stillness, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 27 1999
Dropping The Weight Of Life Serial: RA-00781 The talk explores the essence of Zen philosophy through the lens of non-attachment, emphasizing the importance of embracing experiences without clinging to them, whether they are painful or pleasurable. Zen is presented as a... *Gratitude, Separation, Priest, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 1999
Zen Embrace: Transcending with Equanimity Serial: RA-00763 Sunday dharma talk The talk explores the essence of Zen practice, emphasizing its dual application as both a psychological and spiritual practice. Through the recounting of a Zen monk's story, the discussion highlights the importance of embracing... *Gratitude, Separation, Priest, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 1999 Green Gulch Farm
Embrace Life's Flow with Zen Serial: RA-00776 Duplicate of Serial # 00781 This talk delves into the nature of Zen, emphasizing a continuous state of equanimity and presence amidst life's fluctuations. The narrative includes a profound story of a Zen monk who maintained composure and kindness despite... *Gratitude, Separation, Priest, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 1999
Zen Response: Embracing the Moment Serial: RA-02122 The talk explores the Zen practice of "appropriate response," emphasizing the Buddha's approach of meeting each moment with an enlightened and fitting reaction devoid of preconceptions. It discusses the transition from delusion... *Buddha, Love, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 12 1999
Dissolving Self, Realizing Enlightenment Serial: RA-00997 The talk explores the dichotomy between two modes of existence: engagement with the world through the lens of self (termed delusion) and the recognition of all phenomena coming forth to realize the self (termed enlightenment). It... *Delusion, Enlightenment, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 22 1999
Just Sitting: Discovering Inner Truth Serial: RA-00998 The talk explores the practice of seated meditation in Zen, as described in the teachings of Bodhidharma and Dogen. It emphasizes the direct transmission beyond scriptures by focusing on the inquiry into one's own mind through... *Consciousness, Ordinary Mind, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 1999

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