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Book of Serenity Case 1 Serial: RA-00678 The talk delves into the teachings of the first case from the "Book of Serenity," emphasizing the concepts of suchness, thusness, and relational dynamics in Zen philosophy. It explores the story where the World Honored One... *Blue Cliff Record, Book of Serenity, Manjushri, Shikantaza*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 12 1991 Tassajara
Embracing Emptiness: Path to Peace Serial: RA-01275 The talk explores the correlation between Zen practices and the realization of peace, emphasizing the importance of understanding dependent co-arising (DCA) to uproot beliefs in inherent existence, which is deemed the root of... *Emptiness, Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 09 1991
Madhyamika and Mahayana - Vows of Samantabhadra Serial: RA-00677 The talk explores the fundamental Buddhist concepts of emptiness and dependent co-arising, central to Madhyamaka and Mahayana philosophy. It asserts that the world emerges from karma and stresses the transformation of mind and... *Desire, Samsara, Renunciation, Buddha Nature, Big Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 1991 1 Tassajara
Madhyamika and Mahayana Serial: RA-00705 The talk explores the complex concepts of emptiness and dependent co-origination within the context of Mahayana Buddhism. The thesis emphasizes the difficulty but necessity of understanding and internalizing these concepts... *Samsara, Renunciation, Confession-and-Repentance, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 1991 1 Tassajara
Blooming Compassion through Zen Awakening Serial: RA-00660 The talk focuses on the compassionate cycle of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing that the path towards enlightenment involves stages of awakening to suffering, aspiring to benefit all beings, receiving precepts, fully entering and... *Breath, Buddha Mind, Lineage, Religion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1991 Tassajara
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01831 The talk delves into the practice of engaging with Zen Buddhist teachings through non-seeking and the cultivation of wisdom using the body as a medium for Buddhist practice. It references the Zen story in case 12 from the "Book... *Offering, Repentance, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1990 2
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01832 The discussion emphasizes embracing the teachings of Zen, focusing on themes of gratitude, perception of true self, and the importance of stepping into the unknown without preconceived notions. The dialogue encourages... *Breath, Gratitude, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1990 3
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01833 The talk explores the concept of entering the "womb of light," a metaphor for realizing Buddha nature and the spirit of Bodhisattva vows, which are infinite and boundless. This initiation and practice focus on surrendering... *Buddha, Lotus Sutra, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1990 5
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01834 The talk primarily discusses the paradoxical nature of Zen practice, emphasizing the idea of "just sitting" as a central practice while cautioning against the dualistic pursuit of techniques for gaining enlightenment. The... *Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Mindfulness, Awakening*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1990 4
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01835 The main thesis of the talk revolves around the concept of "just sitting" as an essential Zen practice that transcends personal effort and belief in movement. It emphasizes that true stillness and enlightenment are achieved not... *Pain, Stillness, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1990 6
Seeking Nothing, Finding All Serial: RA-01983 This talk examines a Zen teaching, using a verse emphasizing that true understanding comes from thorough investigation, which reveals there is nothing to seek. The speaker discusses the notions of contentment and non-seeking,... *Study, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 25 1990
Planting Zen: Being Over Doing Serial: RA-01984 The talk delves into various aspects of Zen practice, focusing on the discussions concerning "doing" and "being" in Zen, highlighted by the dialogue around "Ditsan Planting the Fields." The conversation touches on the practice of... *Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 1990
Transcending Self: The Zen Journey Serial: RA-01987 The talk discusses the concept of "Four Sicknesses" or stages, representing varying levels of enlightenment within Zen Buddhism. It elaborates on how these stages correlate with the Buddhist understanding of kleshas (mental... *Doubt, Enlightenment, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 1990
Embodied Zen: Beyond Words and Mind Serial: RA-01993 The talk delves deeply into the examination and interpretation of several Zen cases, focusing primarily on how these serve as meditation instructions. The discussion covers three specific cases involving figures like Bodhidharma... *Koan, Meditation, Instruction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 06 1990
Zen's Unseen Barriers to Awakening Serial: RA-01986 The lecture examines the unique challenges, termed "sicknesses," that Zen practitioners face in their journey toward enlightenment. An investigation into these impediments is framed through the lens of Master Yunmen's teachings,... *Practice, Enlightenment, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 05 1990
Silence, Questions, and Zen Balance Serial: RA-01985 The talk focuses on the misconceptions around the silence of senior students in Zen practice and the imperative of asking questions, even if they seem basic, to aid collective understanding. The discourse also delves into the... *Buddha, Meditation, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 27 1990
Koans Connect: Unveiling Zen Interconnections Serial: RA-01995 The talk explores two complementary approaches to studying Zen koans: one involves creating a network of interconnections among the stories, while the other focuses on identifying the central point or "eye" of each story. This... *Enlightenment, Buddha, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 22 1990
Seeing Through the Gateless Path Serial: RA-00952 The talk explores a Zen koan involving Zhaozhou and a woman directing monks on a path, emphasizing themes of direct perception, doubt, and the true nature of practice. It highlights the significance of engaging with situations... *Doubt, Koan, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 15 1990
Words, Action, and Dharma's Dance Serial: RA-01990 This discussion explores the limitations and transformative potential of language in conveying the Dharma, focusing on the intertwining of action, language, and karma. The conversation considers the dynamics of language,... *Faith, Karma, Koan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 08 1990
Nanchuan's Cat and Zen Simplicity Serial: RA-01988 The talk examines the Zen koan involving Nanchuan and the cat, highlighting themes of immediacy, ethical commitment, and the challenge of non-attachment to precepts and common sense. The discussion revolves around understanding... *Attachment, Fox, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 01 1990
Infinite Compassion Beyond Ego Barriers Serial: RA-01989 The talk explores the concept of infinite compassion and its importance in navigating the world's suffering, emphasizing the role of enlightenment's three causes: bodhicitta, purification and accumulation of positive energy, and... *Compassion, Peace, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 30 1990
Embracing Thusness in Zen Texts Serial: RA-01992 The main thesis of the talk is an analysis of significant Zen texts, focusing on how teachings and commentaries are constructed to convey the essential teachings of Zen Buddhism. The discussion highlights two prominent... *Blue Cliff Record, Buddha, Bodhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 25 1990
Zen Lineage: Understanding Cause and Effect Serial: RA-01991 The talk revolves around exploring the Zen lineage and practices, particularly focusing on Zen meditation as a practice of not evading cause and effect. The discussion includes an in-depth examination of various Zen cases,... *Fox, Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 24 1990
Breathing Miracles in Ordinary Lives Serial: RA-00679 The talk addresses the concepts of conscious breathing and preparing a metaphorical 'seat' for Buddha, emphasizing that Buddhas only appear when there are suffering beings. This discussion highlights the notion that enlightenment... *Breath, Buddha Nature, Diversity, Attachment, Building*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 20 1990
Building A Seat - Confession Serial: RA-00680 The talk explores the paradoxical relationship between silence and speech in Zen practice, emphasizing the significance of creating a 'seat for awakening' through the conscious care of body, breath, and thoughts. It argues that... *Sanctuary, Confession-and-Repentance, Breath, Silence, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 18 1990
Zen Green: Cultivating Present Peace Serial: RA-01872 In this talk, the transformative potential of Zen practice and "green thinking" is explored as means to foster peace and maintain harmony. Drawing from Mahayana Buddhism's aim to alleviate suffering for all sentient beings, the... *Peace, Sanctuary, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 19 1990
Zen's Path to Living Compassion Serial: SF-04167	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 28 1990
Letting Go: The Zen Pathway Serial: RA-01396 The talk centers on Zen practice and the concept of "dropping body and mind" to enter the Buddha's way without attachment to personal ideas or emotions. Through the analogy of a violation of communal work practice, the discussion... *Buddha, Time, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 21 1990
Embracing Peace Through Buddhist Precepts Serial: RA-01864 The talk discusses the significance of receiving Buddhist precepts as a commitment to practice amidst human suffering. The ceremony involves taking refuge in Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha, which is essential for cultivating... *Precepts, Ceremony, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 1990
Earth Sanctuary: Zen's Ecological Wisdom Serial: RA-00676 The talk explores the ecological imperative within Zen Buddhist teachings, drawing on the fourth case of the "Book of Serenity" where the Buddha points to the earth, suggesting that living in harmony with nature requires... *Book of Serenity, Doubt, Sanctuary, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1990
Overcoming Disillusionment Through Creative Insight Serial: RA-01094 The talk discusses the concept of profound disillusionment experienced by figures such as Wittgenstein, Shakespeare, and Avalokiteshvara of the Heart Sutra, delving into how they overcame resentment despite facing a deep-seated... *Practice Period, Oneness, Bodhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 13 1989
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01824 The talk discusses the practice and purpose of Sashin, specifically during the Rohatsu retreat, illustrating Sashin as a method not to achieve enlightenment but to realize and embody enlightenment in life. Using the metaphor of... *Sesshin, Soto Zen, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1989 1
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01825 The talk focuses on the teaching of "thusness" or "suchness" in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the practice of direct experience beyond conceptualization, as presented in the "Book of Serenity" and "Blue Cliff Record." The speaker... *Bodhidharma, Manjushri, Book of Serenity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1989 3
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01826 The talk explores the silent, introspective practice of Bodhidharma, emphasizing the importance of silence to foster a deep connection with all sentient beings and the progression of Zen practice across cultures. It describes the... *Breath, Bodhidharma, Five Skandhas*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1989 4
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01828 The talk emphasizes the importance of understanding and practicing a lineage of teachings from Shakyamuni Buddha to modern times, which promote effortful practice without fixed concepts, in accordance with 'suchness'. It... *Breath, Samsara, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1989 5
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01829 The talk discusses Zen teachings on objectless meditation, as exemplified in stories from the "Book of Serenity," coupled with the broader Buddhist practice of accepting, upholding, reading, and reciting scriptures, with a focus... *Meditation, Breath, Book of Serenity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1989 6
Rohatsu Serial: RA-01830 The talk explores the concept of homage and worship in Buddhism, particularly emphasizing the importance of aligning one's life with the Buddha's, rather than merely offering praise. It discusses the idea of "Jodo Day" in Japan... *Sangha, Zazen, Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 1989 7
Emancipating Consciousness for True Freedom Serial: RA-01169 The talk explores the concept of redemption as an inner process of freeing the mind from self-imposed slavery. It emphasizes a dual consciousness model—discriminating and non-discriminating consciousness—and suggests that real... *Separation, Freedom, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 19 1989
Wall-Gazing: Path to Compassionate Enlightenment Serial: RA-01095 The talk explores the philosophy of wall-gazing in Zen practice, a metaphor for radical self-emptying, which cultivates compassion and enlightenment. Wall-gazing is presented as a practice of living without preconceived ideas,... *Daily Life, Bodhisattva Vow, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 15 1989
Wall-Gazing and Compassionate Emptiness Serial: RA-01170 The talk centers on the practice of "wall-gazing" and its connection to the three samadhis—Shunyato (empty), Animitta (signless), and Apranihita (wishless)—which are described as essential to the bodhisattva's path. Through... *Compassion, Practice, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 08 1989
Wall Gazing: Embracing Nature's Silence Serial: RA-01171 The talk explores the Zen practice of "wall gazing" as a metaphor for attuning oneself with nature and the concept of self-emptying. This practice is not about merely sitting but involves a profound integration of the conceptual... *Breath, Posture, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 01 1989
Bodhisattva Vow Serial: RA-00795 The talk centers on the concept of the Bodhisattva Vow and the development of the Bodhi Mind, contrasting it with the Beginner's Mind. It emphasizes the necessity of embodying the Bodhi Mind's aspiration for universal... *Enemies, Enthusiasm, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 10 1989
Zen Wisdom: Balancing Tradition and Insight Serial: RA-01424 This talk discusses the intricacies of Zen teachings and traditions, highlighting the tension between tradition and personal expression within Zen practice. The speaker reflects on the stages of understanding in Zen—śrutta-mai-... *Time, Japan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 08 1989
Compassionate Presence Through Zen Emptiness Serial: RA-01172 The talk explores Zen practice's alignment with the broader Mahayana Buddhist movement, emphasizing the development of compassion and the liberation of all beings. It stresses the importance of maintaining awareness of the... *Suffering, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 17 1989
Mindful Compassion in Zen Action Serial: RA-01796 The talk examines the dynamic interplay of compassion and the desire for universal happiness within the context of Zen practice. Addressing the challenges of achieving this without falling into fixed ideas of right and wrong, it... *Time, Work, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 09 1989
Giving Without Burnout Serial: RA-00793 The talk emphasizes the practice of Mahayana Buddhism, recommending compassion and awareness in everyday interactions to achieve universal happiness. It discusses the danger of burnout from excessive empathy and suggests... *Buddha Ancestors, Happiness, Silence, Soto Zen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 05 1989 Minnesota Zen Center
Beyond Self: Embracing Seamless Meditation Serial: RA-00626 The talk focuses on the practice of meditation beyond self-clinging, emphasizing insight and wisdom in a stabilized body and mind, without reliance on contrived techniques. The speaker elaborates on notions of seamless meditation... *Addiction, Nirvana, New Year, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 24 1989
Embodying Zen: Living Thusness Serial: RA-00651A The central theme revolves around the practice and essence of Zen, particularly focusing on the concept of "thusness" and its application in daily life beyond intellectual comprehension. The speaker emphasizes the significance of... *Bodhidharma, Japan, Soto Zen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 10 1989 Tassajara
Compassionate Zen: Walking Together Serial: RA-00666 The talk emphasizes the core objective of Zen practice as compassionate service, where practitioners walk through birth and death with others without fixed views, drawing upon the example of historical Zen figures like Dajian... *Commitment, Harmonizing, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 09 1989 Tassajara
Zen's Path to Compassionate Awakening Serial: RA-00665 The talk emphasizes the Zen practice of compassionate service, articulating the idea of "just doing" without fixed views or preconceptions, and the importance of meeting oneself and others through Zen practice. It suggests that... *Commitment, Harmonizing, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 09 1989 Tassajara

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