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Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023F The talk delves into the practice of mindfulness as defined in the Satipatthana Sutta, focusing on mindfulness of consciousness and dharmas, as well as the intricate process of observing wholesomeness and unwholesomeness in... *Consciousness, Mindfulness, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Embrace the Uncontrollable Flow Serial: RA-01203 The talk explores the psychological teachings of the Buddha, focusing on the nature of language as a tool for inciting interest rather than merely conveying information. The discourse transitions into a detailed examination of... *Zazen, Skandhas, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 05 1988
Unthinking Stillness, Dynamic Interconnection Serial: RA-01853 The talk explores the concept of "thinking of the unthinking," focusing on a Tang Dynasty anecdote involving Yaoshan, an ancestor in a Zen lineage. The discourse contrasts the apparent stillness of a Zen practitioner with the... *Stillness, Right Speech, Instruction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 20 1988
Buddha's Birthday Serial: RA-01204 The talk discusses the celebration of Buddha's birth, emphasizing the concept that Buddha emerges from ordinary individuals who experience doubt and confusion. The discussion highlights the teaching of being "all one," focusing... *confusion, Desire, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Serial: RA-01441 The talk explores the concept of Buddha's birth as a metaphor for the potential within each being to achieve enlightenment and compassion, emphasizing that enlightenment arises from the ordinary struggles of human life. It... *Buddha, Time, Peace*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Lecture: Adept at the Near Serial: RA-01672A The talk discusses the birth of Buddha and the concept of 'being adept at the near,' a teaching on embracing one's current state with neither esteem nor disdain. This involves acknowledging ordinary human experiences and emotions... *Buddha, Time, Peace*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Lecture Serial: RA-01798A The talk reflects on the significance of Buddha's birth, emphasizing the concept that Buddhas arise from ordinary individuals burdened with doubts and uncertainties. The essence of Buddhist practice is presented as becoming adept... *Buddha, Time, Peace*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Everyone Is At The Center Serial: RA-01441B Buddha's Birthday Lecture The talk, given on Buddha's Birthday, explores the concept of interconnectedness and the origin of the Buddha. It emphasizes that the Buddha arises from the collective suffering of all living beings and that every individual... *Buddha, Suffering, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Lecture: Everyone is at the Center Serial: RA-01672B The talk explores the birth of the Buddha and emphasizes the central theme of interconnectedness and oneness in Buddhist teachings. It highlights that the Buddha emerged as a response to universal suffering, and the statement "... *Buddha, Suffering, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Zen Spaces and Silent Teachings Serial: RA-00619 The talk emphasizes the importance of respecting the physical space of the zen tanh, seen as an altar for Buddhas, and encourages practitioners not to step on it inappropriately. It then explores the interwoven relationships... *Dragons, Four Noble Truths, Heart Sutra, Karmic Consciousness, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 07 1988
Zen Journeys: From Sutras to Sayings Serial: RA-00620 The talk explores the historical and spiritual shifts within Zen practice, focusing on the transition from studying sutras to the sayings and doings of Zen adepts such as Matsu and Sekito. Through anecdotal references to... *Dragons, Fox, Lineage, Ordination*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 06 1988
Engage Buddhism: Beyond Intellectual Boundaries Serial: RA-00594 The talk examines the intricate nature of understanding core tenets of Mahayana Buddhism through experiential engagement with "vajrapada" or difficult-to-penetrate terms such as Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, and related concepts. The... *Two Truths, Discrimination, Obstacles, Four Noble Truths*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 05 1988
Infinite Buddha Nature Unseen Serial: RA-00789 Sesshin The talk explores the omnipresent nature of Buddha nature and its analogy to air and water as essential life forces. It discusses the concept of Buddha nature as something that beings cannot escape, paralleling birds and fish... *Buddha Nature, Causation, confusion, Discrimination*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1988 Tassajara
Embracing Zen: Beyond Discursive Thinking Serial: RA-00597 The talk explores the concept of "discursive thinking" through the lens of Zen teachings, emphasizing the distinction between individual thought processes and a more holistic, intrinsic form of thinking referred to as "house... *Religion, Lineage, Intimacy, Sangha, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 1988
Howling Unity of Existence Serial: RA-00596 The talk explores the concept of the unified activity of life, emphasizing the significance of approaching reality with an objectless attitude and entering into experiences "howlingly," which means with a sense of wonder and... *Ordinary Mind, Oneness, Harmonizing, Causation, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 02 1988
Zen Transformations in Life's Cauldron Serial: RA-00595 The talk focuses on the themes explored during a Zen practice period, emphasizing the concept of the "cauldron" or "container" where transformative experiences occur. Key topics include the study of the five skandhas, the... *Oneness, Mahayana, Balance, Perfect Wisdom, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 1988
Zen Walls: Beyond Thought and Stage Serial: RA-00618 This talk explores the timeless Zen practice of "wall sitting" initiated by Bodhidharma and continued through various Zen masters such as Dogen and the sixth ancestor. This practice emphasizes non-thinking and immobile sitting as... *Four Noble Truths, Breath, Mindfulness, Suzuki Roshi, Right Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 17 1988
Non-Thinking: The Zen of Stillness Serial: RA-00617 The talk focuses on the concept of "non-thinking" as a key component of immobile sitting in Zen practice, emphasizing the teachings of Dogen Zenji. It explores the lineage and interactions between key Zen figures such as Sekito,... *Dragons, Thoroughness, Passions, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 11 1988
Thinking Beyond Thought Serial: RA-00788 The talk centers on Dogen Zenji's teachings, particularly the interplay between zazen practice ("just sitting"), seeing a teacher, and the concept of non-thinking. It explores the relationship between thinking, unthinking, and... *Transmission, Dragons, Ceremony, Buddha Ancestors, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 07 1988 Tassajara
Sitting and Precepts: Zen Unified Serial: RA-00616 The talk explores the foundational elements of Zen practice as articulated by figures such as Heihei Dogen and Eisai/Yosai Zenji, focusing on the dual aspects of "just sitting" (shikantaza) and the importance of precepts and... *Oneness, Anger, Evil, Perfect Wisdom, Discrimination*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 26 1988
Embracing Oneness Through Meditation Serial: RA-00615 The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature as omnipresent and all-reaching, asserting that it equally pervades all beings, from Buddhas to ordinary individuals, and highlights the importance of understanding this all-reaching... *Oneness, Buddha Nature, Intimacy, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 21 1988
Cauldron of Zen: Embrace Fate Serial: RA-01205 The talk explores the practice of zazen in Zen Buddhism and the imagery of the cauldron, emphasizing zazen as a meditative practice to cope with personal suffering and aid others. It highlights the story of Zen master Hakuin as... *Zazen, Anger, Oneness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 14 1988
Intimate Pathways in Zen Practice Serial: RA-00614 The main thesis of this talk explores the theme of intimacy within Zen practice, emphasizing its vital role in understanding the self and others, as well as the interplay between individual actions and the larger cosmos. The... *Intimacy, Practice Period, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 10 1988 Tassajara
Awakening Presence Amidst Life's Delusions Serial: RA-00792 The talk centers on the practice of being present, focusing on the Zen orientation of living fully in the moment and the continuous effort to cultivate composure and firmness. The speaker emphasizes that the practice of presence... *Composure, Continuous Practice, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 1988 Tassajara
Ordination Class Serial: RA-01820 The talk examines the adaptation and interpretation of the three pure precepts in Zen Buddhism, translating them into contemporary expressions that resonate culturally while maintaining their foundational essence. The precepts,... *Practice, Vow, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 1988
Words of Faith: Revitalize with Zen Serial: RA-01821 The talk explores the significance of words and their connection to one's sense of faith, focusing on revitalizing spiritual resolutions at the start of the year. It examines the concept of foundational intentions in Zen practice... *Enlightenment, New Year, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 1988
Awakening Through No Fixed View Serial: RA-01295 The talk examines the concept of "Right View" as part of the Eightfold Noble Path in Buddhism, centralizing it as both the starting point and endpoint of spiritual practice. It emphasizes the importance of holding a flexible, non... *Buddha, Buddhism, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 12 1987
Fearless Patience in Samurai Zen Serial: RA-01296 The talk explores the relationship between fear, fearlessness, and spiritual practice, with an emphasis on "Samurai Zen" and the concept that fearlessness increases personal power within Zen practice. The discussion transitions... *Patience, Practice, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 20 1987
Embracing Impermanence Through Interconnectedness Serial: RA-01297 The talk centers on the Buddhist teaching of impermanence and the practice of experiencing change without clinging to the concept of objects. The discussion explores how the practice of "thinking of Buddha" or "nen butsu" is... *Buddha, Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 14 1987
Harmonizing Life's Dualities Through Zen Serial: RA-01298 This talk explores the balance between good and evil in life, drawing on the teachings of Buddha and Montaigne. It emphasizes acceptance of life's dualities and the importance of harmonizing them. The discussion highlights how... *Love, Pain, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 26 1987
Infant Perceptions and Zen Realities Serial: RA-00687 The talk explores the concept of the sixth consciousness in Zen philosophy, particularly examining how infants perceive the world and the differentiation between self and other. The discussion delves into the roles of Manas (the... *Karma, Buddha Nature, Causation, Discrimination*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 1987
Zen Waves: Unraveling Consciousness Illusions Serial: RA-00686 The talk focuses on the psychological teachings within Mahayana Buddhism, specifically the Lankavatara Sutra and various Yogacara texts, as explored through Zen discussions. A central theme revolves around the nature of... *Four Noble Truths, Karma, Continuous Practice, Dependent Origination, Ego*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1987
Zen and the Art of Emptiness Serial: RA-00685 The talk primarily explores the concept of emptiness in Zen, addressing common misconceptions around its relation to the absolute and its philosophical implications within the intersection of the relative and absolute realms.... *Transmission, Dharma Transmission, Priest, Commitment, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 24 1987
Embodied Wisdom Beyond Comprehension Serial: RA-00690 The talk explores the concept of Zazen, emphasizing that true understanding of it is beyond human comprehension, asserting that not even Buddha can fully grasp it. It discusses the illusion of movement during Zazen practice and... *Stillness, Zazen, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 22 1987
Zen's Dance of Emptiness Serial: RA-00689 The talk explores the concept of emptiness in Zen philosophy, emphasizing its non-dualistic nature as the intersection of the relative and the absolute. It discusses the complexities of Zen practice, including the balance between... *Four Noble Truths, Conversation, Lotus Sutra, Duality, Religion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 21 1987
Mindful Emptiness in Zen Practice Serial: RA-00663 The talk explores the integration of psychological work and Zen practice, highlighting the interplay between mind awareness and meditation. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of confronting one's psychological barriers to... *Sixth Patriarch, Mahayana, Cultivation, Conversation, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 20 1987
Zen Humility: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-00703 The talk examines the theme of humility in Zen practice through the narrative of Hoi Nang, an enlightened individual who continues to perform menial work for eight months, exemplifying the humble side of spiritual practice. This... *Ceremony, Platform Sutra, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 18 1987
Unexpected Enlightenment in Zen Journeys Serial: RA-00702 The talk examines the historical development of Zen Buddhism, focusing on the life and teaching of the sixth ancestor in the lineage that began with Buddha. The discussion highlights the lineage's early ascetic practices during... *Buddha Nature, Culture, Chanting, Nirvana, Lineage*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 17 1987
Rebirth Through Humility and Meditation Serial: RA-00701 The talk primarily delves into the story of the fifth ancestor, Hung Ren, emphasizing spiritual humility and the process of rebirth metaphorically through sitting meditation. The narrative underscores the necessity of spiritual... *Breath, Gratitude, Oneness, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 16 1987
Zen's Path: From Delusion to Enlightenment Serial: RA-00698 The talk examines Zen's dual approach to enlightenment—via embracing delusion as a path home, exploring teachings from ancestors such as the Fourth and Fifth Ancestors, and the nature of practice. Emphasis is placed on the... *Doubt, Buddha Nature, Breath, Sixth Patriarch*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 1987
Embracing Stereotypes in Zen Practice Serial: RA-00697 The talk primarily explores the teaching of "suchness" in Zen, focusing on the dual aspects of source and process in both practice and understanding. The key discussion points include the concept of integrating these dualities... *Breath, Buddha Nature, Gratitude, Politics*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 14 1987
Infinite Worlds in a Single Speck Serial: RA-00700 This talk explores the interconnectedness of all things, as referenced in the Hualien Sutra, emphasizing that within a single speck of dust lies the infinite universe. It discusses the concept of thought without object, as taught... *Japan, Lotus Sutra, Sesshin*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 12 1987
Emptiness Embraced: Zen Liberation Serial: RA-00696 The essence of the talk revolves around the concept of emptiness in Zen practice and its role in liberation and enlightenment. It emphasizes the need for practitioners to engage with religious activities such as studying the... *Abhidharma, Mindfulness, Money, Separation, Buddha Nature*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 09 1987
Zen's Interplay: Mind, Spirit, Philosophy Serial: RA-00692 The discussion examines the relationship between Zen, psychology, and philosophy, suggesting that these disciplines, while distinct, often overlap in practice. The talk emphasizes the need for both psychological and spiritual... *Breath, Doubt, Oneness, Religion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 04 1987
Altar as Non-Dual Meditation Space Serial: RA-00693 The discussion primarily centers around the significance of the altar in Zen practice. It highlights the dual role of the altar as both a physical and symbolic embodiment of non-dual meditation, called bodhimanda or dojo. The... *Bowing, Duality, Commitment, Offering, Gratitude*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 04 1987
Embracing Suchness: Zen's Immediate Reality Serial: RA-01813 This talk explores the concept of "suchness" in Zen practice, emphasizing its immediacy and ubiquitous nature, transcending preparation and characterized by spontaneity and the acceptance of all experiences as expressions of... *Practice, Compassion, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 26 1987
Embracing Immediate Zen Suchness Serial: RA-01299 The talk focuses on the Zen Buddhist teaching of "suchness" (Nyose no ho), emphasizing the practice without delay and the intrinsic presence of suchness in all beings. Key discussions highlight the idea that transformation is not... *Practice, First Principle, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 22 1987
Pathways to Senses and Awakening Serial: RA-00714 The talk focuses on the intricate relationships among the five sense consciousnesses and the twelve ayatanas, elucidating how these sensory interactions contribute to the arising of consciousness. It explores the meditation... *Anger, Breath, Hindrances, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 14 1987
Realizing Buddha-Nature: A Cosmic Journey Serial: RA-00712 The talk focuses on the concept of the three bodies of Buddha, or "Tri-kaya," consisting of Dharmakaya, Sambhogakaya, and Nirmanakaya. The discussion explores their Buddhist philosophical connections to the three jewels (Buddha,... *Dharmakaya, Cultivation, Abhidharma, Bodhisattva Ceremony, Nirmanakaya*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 09 1987
Non-Seeking: The Path to Suchness Serial: RA-00711 The talk explores the themes of Suchness and the teachings associated with Bodhidharma, particularly focusing on the practice of non-seeking as a path to enlightenment. It highlights core koans from the "Book of Equanimity,"... *Greed, Monastic Practice, Suzuki Roshi, Four Noble Truths*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 31 1987

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