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Zen's Intimate Transmission Unveiled Serial: RA-04462 This talk examines the concept of "intimacy" within Zen practice, referencing the dialogue between a teacher and a student questioning the "business under the patch robe." This "business" is defined as the intimate, thorough... *Intimacy, Buddha Mind, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 2019
The New Coffin Summary of the unrecorded morning talk. The practice of just sitting. Remembering stillness, letting go of 'what next.' Training to ready for this moment, and for death. The talk underscores the Zen practice of "just sitting," focusing on letting go of the constant pursuit of "what next" and being present in the moment, which parallels the readiness for death. This practice involves allowing... Death-and-Dying, Stillness, Bell, Silence	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Presence in the Face of Mortality Serial: RA-04452 The talk explores the concept of "just sitting" in Zen practice, emphasizing that it is not an action to be performed but rather an ongoing state of being. It highlights the challenge of understanding this practice due to the... *Stillness, Bell, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2018
Silent Sitting & Social Action Serial: RA-04451 Zen students often ask how our practice of silence and stillness relates to injustice and our environmental crisis. In this class we explore this question and study the intimate interplay of beneficial social action and silent... The talk examines the necessity of integrating silent meditation with social action in Zen practice, emphasizing that both elements are essential for true liberation. It discusses the pitfalls of sentimental compassion, which is... YRB-2018-Fall, Silence, Attachment, Daily Life, Desire, Duality, Tassajara, Passions,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 27 2018 7 of 7 The Yoga Room
The Hands And Eyes Of Avalokiteshvara Serial: RA-04449 Compassion is the teaching of the Buddha. Stories of the different statues and scrolls at No Abode. Yunmen and Daowu, the thousand arms of Avalokiteshvara. The talk focuses on the profound embodiment of compassion as expressed through the figure of Avalokiteshvara, the Bodhisattva of Great Compassion. It emphasizes listening to the cries of the world as an essential practice of... *Compassion, Avalokitesvara, Dharma Transmission, Silence, Stillness, Avalokitesvara...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 10 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
Introduction To The Four Afflictions Of Self Serial: RA-04450 Discussing afflictions of the mind where the self appears, as an opportunity to explore consciousness. The ignorance of the view that the self is operating the situation. The talk explores the concept of consciousness as the space where the self appears, highlighting four major afflictions: self-view, self-confusion (or self-ignorance), self-pride, and self-love. These afflictions contribute to... Karmic Consciousness, Anger, Ego, Emotions	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 10 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Words, Meaning, and Meditation Harmony Serial: RA-04448 This talk explores the relationship between words and meaning, particularly how words help humans derive meaning from inherently meaningless phenomena. The discussion progresses to examine the dual nature of meditation and... *Concentration, Meditation, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 27 2018
Awakening Compassion Beyond Sentimentality Serial: RA-04447 The talk explores the theme of compassion in Zen, discussing three types: sentimental compassion, dharmic compassion, and great compassion. It emphasizes the universal call and response for compassion that often goes unnoticed,... *Compassion, Ego, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 22 2018
Zen Beyond Silence: Interconnected Practice Serial: RA-04446 The talk at Green Dragon Temple centers on the integration of silent meditation with social and environmental interaction as fundamental components of Zen practice, emphasizing "great compassion" and "great wisdom" through mutual... *Compassion, Silence, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 21 2018
Silent Sitting and Social Action All compounded phenomena are unworthy of confidence. Compassion to these unstable phenomena is our practice. Zen stories are about enacting awakening within social interactions. Attend to your body, posture, breath first, and... The talk emphasizes the practice of compassion within Zen Buddhism, especially focusing on the notion that all compounded phenomena are unstable and not worthy of confidence. It highlights the importance of social engagement as... Compassion, Four Foundations of Mindfulness, Practice Period, Practice Period, Mindfulness,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 20 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Silent Sitting and Social Action Sitting in the world, we can't perceive the whole world; we sit in our dharma position, which changes all the time. Impermanence is Buddhism - this place is no abode.. The talk explores the nature of Zen practice as a transformative process rooted in the understanding of impermanence and interconnectedness. It emphasizes the centrality of compassion in Zen, proposing that individuals are in a... Dharma Position, Impermanence, Compassion, Impermanence, Original Nature, Hate...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 20 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
Contemplating Torei Zenji's Vow Everything is manifesting the path of the ancient buddhas, abiding together in their respective dharma positions. Abiding in this moment and being free of it, even if we think it is obstruction or that we are stuck. The talk explores the concept of stillness as it manifests in every moment and in all beings, emphasizing that true stillness encompasses constant change and interaction with the universe's dynamism. It suggests that each... Global Warming, Stillness, Global Warming, Instruction	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 15 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Compassion is a Conversation A conversation is what we are doing together. Buddhas are sitting upright and still, in the midst of everything, having a conversation with silence. The story of his Nanchuan and his sickle. Meeting the person and the moment in... The talk explores the concept that compassion and Zen practice manifest as ongoing dialogues, emphasizing that true conversation involves sitting upright in stillness and engaging in Dharma discussions. The speaker elaborates... Compassion, Global Warming, Koan, Global Warming, Stillness, Ceremony	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 15 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
The Womb of the Tathagata #5 Serial: RA-04444 Meeting a teacher, asking about the teaching and listening to the teaching. Bodies and minds sitting silently and conversing. The discussion centers on the integration of conversation and silence in Zen practice, illustrating the dual aspects of engaging with teachers and self-reflection. A Japanese expression by Zen ancestor Dogen, "san-shi-monpo... Lotus Sutra, Silence, Buddha Mind, Buddha, Compassion, Practice	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 11 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
The Womb of the Tathagata #5 Serial: RA-04445 The central focus of the talk is the practice of seeing all experiences, including cruelty, as manifestations of the mysterious truth, suggesting that engaging with perceived cruelty with humble language and reverence can lead to... Confession-and-Repentance, Lovingkindness, Commitment, Repentance, Precepts	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 11 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Teachings and Meditations On Our True Nature Serial: RA-04443 This talk delves into the concept of Buddha nature (Tathagatagarbha) as the inherent potential for enlightenment within all beings, exploring its relationship to perception, suffering, and ultimate reality. It emphasizes the... YRB-2018-Summer, Buddha Nature, Letting Go, Impermanence	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 17 2018 4 of 7 The Yoga Room
The Womb of the Tathagata #4 Opportunities for compassion - with friends and enemies; the story of the destitute son from the Lotus Sutra The talk focuses on opportunities for practicing compassion towards both friends and enemies, drawing on the story of the destitute son from the Lotus Sutra. The narrative explores the Buddhist teaching that compassion should be... Compassion, Compassion, Buddha, Time	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 14 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
The Womb of the Tathagata #4 Being supported in compassion; Uncle Mi and the rabbit; The talk addresses the realization of Buddha nature and the overcoming of delusion through compassion. It emphasizes that all beings inherently possess Buddha nature, as per the Nirvana Sutra and other scriptures. The speaker... Compassion, Buddha Nature, Perfect Wisdom, Attachment	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 14 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
Teachings and Meditations On Our True Nature Serial: RA-04442 Our true nature is that we fully possess the wisdom and virtues of the buddhas. But because of misconceptions and attachments we do not realize our buddha nature. Therefore, teachings are given to listen to, accept, and... The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature, emphasizing that all beings inherently possess it. Due to attachments and misconceptions, however, beings fail to realize their true nature, which includes goodness and causes of... YRB-2018-Summer, Buddha Nature, Delusion, Evil	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 10 2018 3 of 7 The Yoga Room
Teachings and Meditations On Our True Nature Serial: RA-04441 The talk explores the concept of "True Nature" in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the fundamental purity of our nature, the impermanence of compounded things, and the continuity of dependent co-arising. The discussion suggests that... YRB-2018-Summer, Buddha Nature, Mindfulness, Original Nature	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 03 2018 2 of 7 The Yoga Room
Zen's Path: Compassion Through Precepts Serial: RA-04440 The talk centers on the integration of Zen teachings and practice, focusing specifically on the concepts of compassion, stillness, wisdom, and repentance within the framework of Bodhisattva precepts. The discussion includes the... *Repentance, Dogen, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 02 2018
Zen's Path: Awakening Through Precepts Serial: RA-04439 The talk explores the Bodhisattva precepts as foundational elements in the practice of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing their role as universal guidelines for all beings in the pursuit of awakening or enlightenment. The Bodhisattva... *Original Nature, Bodhisattva Precepts, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 10 2018
The Womb of the Tathagata #3: Our Buddha Nature Precepts Serial: RA-04437 Origins of the Bodhisattva precepts; development and commentaries; the reasons for Buddhas appearing in this world. The talk explores the influence of ancient Mahayana teachings on the Zen tradition, emphasizing the integration of the Brahmanet Sutra, the Heart Sutra, the Avatamsaka Sutra, and the Mahaparinirvana Sutra in Zen practice.... Precepts, Bodhisattva, Bodhisattva Precepts, Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Original Nature...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 09 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
The Womb of the Tathagata #3: Our Buddha Nature Precepts Serial: RA-04438 Verifying the truth of the teachings through words and phrases The talk delves into the interplay between mystical and rational approaches in understanding the Buddha nature and Bodhisattva precepts, emphasizing the significance of dialogue and logic in transcending dualities of existence.... Precepts, Original Nature, Bodhisattva Precepts, Precepts	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 09 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Zen Vows: Commitments of Compassion Serial: RA-04436 The talk explores the significance of vows, particularly within the Zen Buddhist tradition, and the distinction between aspirations and commitments. The discussion emphasizes the importance of making vows publicly, with witnesses... *Vow, Ceremony, Commitment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 20 2018
The Womb of the Tathagata #2: Introducing the Brahma's Net Sutra Serial: RA-04434 The talk delves into the teachings of Tathagatagarbha, the nature of Buddha inherent in all beings, exploring its intersections with the Brahma's Net Sutra and Ratna Gotra Vibhanga. The discourse highlights the teachings'... Platform Sutra, Bodhisattva Precepts, Nirvana Sutra, Confession-and-Repentance, Original...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 12 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
The Womb of the Tathagata #2: Introducing the Brahma's Net Sutra Serial: RA-04435 The talk provides an exposition on the practice of compassion and realization of Buddha nature, emphasizing the importance of listening to the world’s cries and recognizing one's true, original nature. It discusses the... *Buddha Nature, Platform Sutra, Precepts, Buddha Nature, Bodhisattva Precepts, Precepts...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 12 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04433 The talk discusses Zen meditation using symbolic imagery to illustrate the process of gaining wisdom and compassion, central to the practice. The speaker references a famous Buddhist metaphor of the lotus flower in the mud as an... YRB-2018-Spring, Perfect Wisdom, Instruction	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 24 2018 7 of 7 The Yoga Room
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04432 The talk examines the central role of conversation in understanding Zen practice and ultimate reality, suggesting that awakening and wisdom are inherently found in dialogue rather than solitary reflection. Emphasis is placed on... YRB-2018-Spring, Stillness, Buddha, Compassion	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 2018 6 of 7 The Yoga Room
Awakening the Inner Wisdom Mind Serial: RA-04430 The talk explores the nuanced concept of "self" within Buddhist philosophy, drawing from the Nirvana Sutra. It emphasizes the Buddha's dual teaching on "no self" and "self," aimed at rectifying misunderstandings about existence.... *Compassion, Delusion, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 15 2018
Compassionate Awareness: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04431 The talk explores the concept of pride as a natural, yet problematic element in unenlightened consciousness, and discusses how awareness of self-esteem is integral to enlightenment. It further emphasizes that understanding and... *Compassion, Separation, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 15 2018
The Womb of the Tathagata #1 Serial: RA-04428 The talk discusses the Tathagatagarbha doctrine, which posits that all living beings inherently possess the wisdom and virtues of the Buddhas, despite being obscured by attachments and misconceptions. There is a historical focus... *Tathagatagharba, Flower Adornment Sutra, Nirvana Sutra, Buddhism, Delusion, Wisdom...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
The Womb of the Tathagata #1 Serial: RA-04429 The talk explores themes from the Book of Serenity, specifically case 67 regarding the Flower Adornment Scripture's teaching that all sentient beings inherently possess the wisdom and virtues of the enlightened, but fail to... Flower Adornment Sutra, Koan, Book of Serenity, Wisdom, Love, Attachment	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04427 The talk examines the concept of "just sitting" in Zen meditation as a profound interaction between oneself and the ultimate reality, described as listening to the cries of the world and dropping off body and mind. It discusses... YRB-2018-Spring, Samsara, Impermanence, Nirvana	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 2018 5 of 7 The Yoga Room
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04426 The talk focuses on Zen philosophy, highlighting the inseparability of samsara (suffering) and nirvana (peace), emphasizing that enlightenment arises from embracing suffering with compassionate awareness. The discussion includes... YRB-2018-Spring, Nirvana, Koan, Poetry	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 2018 4 of 7 The Yoga Room
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04425 The talk primarily focuses on Zen meditation as sitting in the "middle of all beings," emphasizing the balance of experiencing life's extremes without becoming devoted to them. It touches on the concepts of egocentrism, biased... YRB-2018-Spring, Addiction, Work, Time	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 20 2018 3 of 7 The Yoga Room
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04424 The talk elaborates on the practice of Zen meditation, emphasizing the concept of 'wholehearted listening' to the cries of both oneself and others. This practice is described as integral to developing compassion, which is seen as... YRB-2018-Spring, Compassion, Obstacles, Pain	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 13 2018 2 of 7 The Yoga Room
Awakening Compassion Through Zen Listening Serial: RA-04422 The talk centers on the concept of compassion in Zen practice, emphasizing the role of the bodhisattva in listening to the cries of the world as essential to awakening. The practice of compassion is presented as a call to action... *Compassion, Practice, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 11 2018
Compassionate Listening Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-04423 The talk explores the relationship between Zazen (sitting meditation) and listening deeply to one's own and others' cries for help, presenting listening as an act of compassion. It further discusses the three degrees of... *Compassion, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 11 2018
Zen Meditation - Sitting in the Middle of Fierce Flames Serial: RA-04421 The talk explores the central tenet of Zen practice, which is sitting in the middle of life's "flames" or challenges through wholehearted listening and observation. It refers to the Heart Sutra's wisdom and Avalokiteshvara's... YRB-2018-Spring, Emptiness, Suffering	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 06 2018 1 of 7 The Yoga Room
Bodhidharma Listening To The Cries Of The World Serial: RA-04419 The talk examines the fundamental Zen practice of listening to the cries of the world, emphasizing that this essential practice is underpinned by observing all living beings with eyes of compassion. Through statues of Bodhidharma... *Consciousness, Bodhidharma, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 03 2018 No Abode Hermitage
Bodhidharma Listening To The Cries Of The World Serial: RA-04420 The talk examines the practice of compassion and wisdom in observing suffering, particularly referencing the Heart Sutra's teachings on emptiness and acting from a place of compassion. By wholeheartedly engaging in practices such... Buddha Ancestors, Consciousness, Compassion, Bodhisattva, Buddha, Bodhisattva, Suffering...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 03 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
Listening for Liberation and Compassion Serial: RA-04417 The talk revolves around the practice of embodying the vow to hear the Buddha's teachings by integrating desire, commitment, and action toward spiritual enlightenment. It focuses on the role of stillness and listening in Zen... *Vow, Compassion, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 11 2018
Resistance as Spiritual Listening Serial: RA-04418 The talk explores the theme of listening and the role of resistance in spiritual practice, suggesting that resistance itself can be a form of listening. This is tied to the broader Buddhist goal of embracing all beings, a process... *Compassion, Resistance, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 11 2018
Everything is Calling for a Compassionate Response Serial: RA-04415 Buddha's sitting - who do you think you are; Buddha, dharma and sangha are all-pervading; Yunmen's appropriate response. The talk explores the theme of compassionate response as a social practice integral to the Buddhist path, emphasizing the interconnectedness and all-pervading nature of Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha. The narrative about Buddha's... *Sangha, Community, Complete Perfect Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 03 2018 AM No Abode Hermitage
Guidance or Control Serial: RA-04416 Control is antithetical to enlightenment; NASA control center and GPS guidance systems; granddaughter's pacifier The talk explores the distinction between guidance and control, suggesting that control is contrary to the path of enlightenment. Through various anecdotes, it illustrates how efforts to control, whether in personal ambition,... *Karma, Freedom, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 03 2018 PM No Abode Hermitage
Zen Ceremonies: Confession and Community Serial: RA-04414 The talk centers on the Zen practice of confession and repentance, referencing Dogen's teaching on revealing one's lack of faith in practice to dissolve transgressions through ceremonies like Upasatta. It also discusses the... *Stillness, Ceremony, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 27 2018
Thresholds of Stillness and Awakening Serial: RA-04413 The talk discusses the intersection of two conceptual worlds: the egocentric consciousness and the world of no-self, using Rumi's poetry as a framework. It explores the Zen practice of maintaining balance at the threshold where... *Stillness, Pain, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2018
Breath, Mind, and Zen Unity Serial: RA-04412 The talk explores the central role of zazen (sitting meditation) as the pivotal practice of Buddhas and ancestors, emphasizing its capacity to realize Dharma through the intimate transmission of the Buddha mind, transcending mere... *Bodhidharma, Transmission, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2018
Silent Wisdom: Zen Without Teachers Serial: RA-04411 The talk explores the concept of "living in stillness," drawing on stories and ideas from Zen Buddhism. It examines how stillness and silence embody the activity of all Buddhas and the idea that true Zen understanding requires no... *Stillness, Bowing, Sangha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2018

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