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Crane, Pine, and Buddhist Paradox Serial: RA-01955 The talk delves into the intricate intertwining of Zen Buddhist teachings with ethical dilemmas and societal interactions, using a series of stories and parables to reflect on themes of purity, spiritual ambition, and the... *Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 17 1993
Embracing Interconnectedness for Liberation Serial: RA-01146 The talk focuses on the fundamental delusion of separateness, as described in Buddhist teachings, and the resulting cycle of suffering. It emphasizes the importance of uprightness and awareness in overcoming this illusion,... *Pain, Separation, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 16 1993
Uprightness: Inherent Radiance in Zazen Serial: RA-00557 The talk explores the concept of "uprightness" within the practice of Zazen as a state of being rather than an achievement. It emphasizes that uprightness is inherent in all beings and experiences, denoting a natural integration... *Ceremony, Evil, Buddha Nature, Politics, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 11 1993
Uprightness: The Path Beyond Self Serial: RA-00584 The talk explores the fundamental cause of human suffering, proposing that it arises from the belief in the separation between self and other. The discussion emphasizes the Zen practice of sitting upright in self-fulfilling... *Buddha Ancestors, Separation, Karma, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 10 1993
Precepts Class Serial: RA-02186 The talk delves deeply into Zen precepts, particularly focusing on the nature and understanding of Buddhist practice as related to karmic actions and the Buddhist seal (mudra). The main point emphasizes that the essence of... *Buddha, Karma, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 06 1993 2 San Francisco Zen Center
Zen Continuum: The Path of Awareness Serial: RA-01308 The talk explores the continuity between the practice of zazen and the teachings of ancient Zen masters, specifically through the samadhi of not dwelling in thoughts or becoming entangled in circumstances during breathing.... *Buddha, Time, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 05 1993
Navigating the Paradox of Spiritual Growth Serial: RA-01951 The talk explores the complexities of spiritual development, focusing on the concept of 'wounded compassion' and the dynamics of gain and loss. The discussion draws upon interpretations of ancient texts such as the I Ching,... *Peace, Time, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 03 1993
Embracing Zen: Infinite Ocean Practice Serial: RA-02204 The talk delves into the interconnectedness of Zen practice, particularly emphasizing the interplay between the precepts, such as the 16 Bodhisattva Precepts, and the practice of "just sitting" or Zazen. It explores how the... *Precepts, Separation, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 29 1993
Uprightness and Compassion in Zen Serial: RA-01956 The talk explores the concept of "uprightness" in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of maintaining an unbiased, adaptable attitude throughout daily life and in engagement with koans. It discusses the idea of exercising "... *Buddha, Delusion, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 26 1993
Blossoming Openness in Zen Practice Serial: RA-01960 The talk discusses Case 26 of the "Book of Serenity," focusing on the practice of Buddhism as a dynamic and cyclical endeavor, rather than a static system. The themes explored include the nature of truth and self-perception, the... *Study, Time, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 1993
Zen Meditation: Embracing Separation's Awakening Serial: RA-01151 This talk explores the nature of Zen meditation, contrasting it with concentration practices, and emphasizes mindfulness of one’s actions and their outcomes. It discusses the aspiration for self-improvement versus enlightenment,... *Meditation, Separation, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 11 1993
Reversing Tendencies Through Zazen Transformation Serial: RA-00583 The talk examines the profound practice of "reversing worldly tendencies" in Zen, focusing on the phases of renouncing worldly affairs, entering the realm of oneness, and then re-engaging with dualistic thinking. It explores the... *Zazen, Oneness, Separation, Japan, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 02 1993
Embracing Pain for Zen Insight Serial: RA-00588 This talk explores the theme of self-awareness and limitation in the context of Zen practice. It delves into the personal experience of feeling pain and happiness simultaneously and emphasizes the importance of embracing both... *Separation, Oneness, Practice Period, Six Realms, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 1993
Embracing Oneness Through Zazen Practice Serial: RA-00587 The talk delves into the practice of Zazen as a means to embrace the oneness of self and the world, proposing a way of experiencing reality without dichotomy. It underscores the importance of witnessing the meeting of self and... *Oneness, Zazen, Evil, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 31 1993
Zen Moments: From Delusion to Clarity Serial: RA-00586 The talk focuses on the Zen practice of self-awareness and self-receiving, emphasizing the pivotal moment where delusion transitions into enlightenment. It draws attention to the importance of observing the self without... *Zazen, Religion, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 30 1993
Non-Dual Awakening Through Zen Serial: RA-00585 The talk delves into the concept of "self-fulfillment Samadhi," emphasizing the Zen practice of recognizing the interconnectedness of self and the world. It highlights the simplicity and profound nature of sitting upright while... *Buddha Ancestors, Demons, Enemies, Impermanence, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 29 1993
Zazen: Beyond Mind to Emptiness Serial: RA-00578 The talk focuses on the practice of Zazen as understood in the lineage of the discussed temple, emphasizing its role in achieving self-fulfilling Samadhi rather than mere concentration. It highlights historical anecdotes,... *Zazen, Funeral, Ceremony, Suzuki Roshi, Bodhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 28 1993
Encouraging Words for Sesshin Serial: RA-00580 - *Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 27 1993 Day 1 Tassajara
Zen Awakening: Presence and Paradox Serial: RA-00579 The central thesis of the talk emphasizes the practice of "self-fulfilling samadhi" as a path to awakening in Zen Buddhism, where one is simultaneously oneself and not oneself, embodying both presence and absence. This practice... *Demons, Samadhi, Vow, Japan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 27 1993
Radical Politeness in Zen Awakening Serial: RA-02205 The talk explores the themes of "radical politeness," "radical evil," and "radical innocence" in Zen practice, positing that studying the self involves embracing these concepts. Radical politeness serves as a means to acknowledge... *Evil, Delusion, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 24 1993
Awakening Through Forgotten Self Serial: RA-00581 The talk focuses on the exploration and practice of "self-enjoyment samadhi" as introduced by Dogen, where studying the self leads to forgetting the self and subsequent awakening. This Zen practice advocates sitting upright in... *Evil, Samadhi, Zazen, Dragons, Chanting*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 03 1993
Zen in Every Moment's Action Serial: RA-00576 The talk explores the practice and principles of Zen, emphasizing the importance of using any state or condition, whether focused or distracted, as a means to contribute to the enlightenment and the welfare of all beings. The... *Soto Zen, Evil, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 02 1993
Embrace the Present: A Zen Path Serial: RA-00575 The talk explores the themes of urgency and seizing the moment in Zen practice, paralleling the dedication of Bodhisattvas who utilize every opportunity to help others. Central to the discussion is the concept of the mudra,... *Soto Zen, Evil, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 02 1993
Beauty and Terror in Zen Practice Serial: RA-00574 The discussion examines the interplay of beauty and terror within Zen practice, reflecting on themes of self-realization and liberation through Zazen. It critiques the human tendency to avoid or dilute the intense experiences of... *Evil, Breath, Zazen, Chanting*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 01 1993
Embracing Non-Duality Through Meditation Serial: RA-02217 The talk examines "self-fulfilling samadhi," emphasizing the simplicity and innocence of the practice and its role in enlightenment, as considered unsurpassable within the teachings of the Buddhas and ancestors. Through... *Time, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 29 1993
Cycles of Enlightenment Unveiled Serial: RA-00577 The central thesis of the talk focuses on the cyclic existence and the practice of attention and renunciation to achieve enlightenment. It emphasizes watching worldly processes attentively to foster a reversal of perception... *Zazen, Desire, Evil, Right Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 28 1993
Path of the Bodhisattva Journey Serial: RA-02160 The talk focuses on the cyclical nature of the Bodhisattva path—"going up to attain" and "coming down to transform" beings. This cycle represents the journey towards enlightenment and back to the world to aid others, centering... *Buddha, Practice, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 23 1993
Illuminating Life Through Zen Reflection Serial: RA-02163 The talk explores themes of death and its impact on subjective existential reflections, referenced through a funeral at Green Gulch. There is a focus on the personal study of the self, using Zen practices such as zazen, as well... *Faith, Doubt, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 19 1993
Cauldron of Mindful Transformation Serial: RA-02619 The talk explores the concept of the "container" in Zen practice, using the metaphor of a cauldron for the process of meditation and personal development. It emphasizes managing intensity during practice to prevent being... *Anger, Emotions, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 09 1993
Compassionate Observation for True Realization Serial: RA-02618 The talk addresses the concept of undefiled meditation, emphasizing that true realization is the essence of life and does not require active cultivation but rather unfolds through a non-defiled, compassionate observation of life... *Work, Observe, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 08 1993
Zenki: Embracing Total Dynamic Functioning Serial: RA-02617 The talk revolves around the concept of "turning" in Zen practice, focusing on the transformation of understanding through zazen and the study of the self, which ultimately leads to the forgetting of the self and body-mind... *Work, Zazen, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 07 1993
Ceremonial Dance of Cosmic Impermanence Serial: RA-02575 The talk explores the interplay between order and impermanence in Buddhist practice through a detailed description of a specific ceremony, discussing its symbolic representation of Buddha's teachings and cosmic patterns. It... *Ceremony, Concentration, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 1993
Zen Harmony Through Collective Insight Serial: RA-02616 The talk examines the concept of dropping delusions in Zen practice, specifically the relationship between dropping body and mind and renouncing the world. It touches on the dynamics of authority and collective decision-making... *Delusion, Community, Describe*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 1993
Compassionate Observance in Radical Politeness Serial: RA-02615 The talk explores the understanding and practice of Zazen, focusing on teachings from Dogen and the Tao Te Ching. The key theme is "radical politeness" and observing sentient beings with "eyes of compassion" to realize... *Zazen, Observe, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 1993
Radical Politeness Reimagines Relationships Serial: RA-01152 The talk focuses on the concept of "radical politeness," proposing a transformative approach to interactions with both self and others by reversing conventional attitudes and judgments. The discussion weaves together a Zen...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 10 1993
Eyes of Compassion Transforming Life Serial: RA-01282 The talk elaborates on the concept of "eyes of compassion" in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of rituals and ceremonies in awakening compassion within practitioners. It discusses how observing living beings with... *Buddha, Compassion, Observe*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 20 1992
Zen Beyond Boundaries Serial: RA-01130 The talk explores the concept of transcending conventional understanding of Buddha and the practice of Zen beyond established doctrines. Highlighting the idea of approaching enlightenment and Buddha-nature not through a path... *Enlightenment, Effort, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 13 1992
Presence Beyond Understanding Serial: RA-01131 The talk explores the principles of Zen Buddhism, particularly focusing on the concept of "suchness" and its relation to the Eightfold Noble Path. Central themes include the practice of right view, motivation, and posture, and... *Concentration, Posture, Intention*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 12 1992
Birthing Buddha Through Zen Mindfulness Serial: RA-01132 The talk explores the practice of mindfulness and compassion in Zen, emphasizing the importance of walking around the "ungraspable true Dharma" with consistent awareness and the integration of Zen practices into daily life.... *Practice Period, japanese, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 11 1992
Wishlessness: Path to Spiritual Awakening Serial: RA-01133 The talk explores the concept of disinterest or "wishlessness" as an avenue for liberation in Zen practice, suggesting that not being engaged or interested can be a form of spiritual awakening. This perspective is rooted in key... *Wisdom, Meditation, Avatamsaka Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 10 1992
Balancing Tradition and Emptiness Serial: RA-01134 This talk examines the practice of Zen, discussing the tension between rigid adherence to traditional forms and the realization of their emptiness, emphasizing the importance of balance between the two. The narrative touches upon... *Pain, Precepts, Dharmakaya*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 09 1992
Balancing the Buddha's Dual Nature Serial: RA-01135 The talk explores the dual nature of the Buddha, emphasizing the distinction between the eternal Dharmakaya (body of truth) and the temporal Nirmanakaya (body of transformation). It discusses the necessity for practitioners to... *Manjushri, Meditation, Love*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 1992
Awakening Through Simple Complexity Serial: RA-01136 The talk emphasizes the significance of the sesshin, starting in a newly rebuilt zendo and aligning with the commemoration of Shakyamuni Buddha's awakening. It explores the practice of acknowledging karmic hindrances in the... *Zazen, Hindrances, Complete Perfect Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 07 1992
Rhinoceros Fan: Unraveling Zen Mysteries Serial: RA-01968 This discussion explores the Zen koan involving a teacher asking an attendant to bring a "rhinoceros fan." It investigates the challenges of expressing one's true nature, or Buddha nature, under metaphorical circumstances,... *Buddha Nature, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 30 1992
Enthusiasm: Fuel for Enlightenment Serial: RA-01138 The talk explores the virya paramita, or the transcendent practice of enthusiasm, as one of the six perfections vital for protecting and developing the mind of enlightenment. It emphasizes the importance of steadfastness,... *Enlightenment, Patience, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 25 1992
Hands, Horns, and Hidden Dragons Serial: RA-01967 The talk delves into Case 24 and Case 25 from the koan collection, addressing themes of action without mediation by words and relational dynamics as reflected through the metaphor of handling and capturing—a focus on hands and... *Koan, Time, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 23 1992
Unbinding Compassion Through Zazen Practice Serial: RA-01139 The talk focuses on the practice of Zazen in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the concept that Zazen is a collective and unconditional practice constituting the life and compassion of Buddha. The discussion highlights the three pure... *Zazen, Evil, Soto Zen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 1992
Awakening Through the Terminal Snake Serial: RA-01957 The discussion focuses on concepts of death and rebirth through an allegory involving a "terminal snake" that consumes sentient beings and excretes Buddhas. This metaphor elucidates themes of impermanence, the bifurcation of... *Buddha, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 16 1992
Awaken Through Interconnected Silence Serial: RA-01283 The talk discusses the practice of Zazen and its role in overcoming the delusion of separateness. The fundamental point is that Zazen is a non-sectarian practice aimed at realizing interconnectedness and that true awakening... *Practice, Time, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 15 1992
Zen's Turtle-Nosed Snake Paradox Serial: RA-01958 The talk explores Zen koans, focusing on how they illustrate the interplay between attachment, suffering, and enlightenment. It emphasizes understanding the historical and textual context of koans involving figures like Shui Feng... *Time, Pain, Blue Cliff Record*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 09 1992

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