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Zen's Harmonious Duality Unveiled Serial: RA-00707 The main thesis of the talk explores the nature of Zen practice through the metaphor of "Sun-Faced Buddha, Moon-Faced Buddha," highlighting the duality of effort and non-effort, busyness and stillness. The narrative references... *Dragons, Vow, Building, Breath, Beginners*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 18 1986
Language's Shadows, Living Light Serial: RA-00706 The talk emphasizes the limitations of language in expressing reality, as reality is often defiled by language rather than illuminated. It discusses the idea of karma, dividing it into mental, physical, and vocal, highlighting... *Breath, Conversation, Karma, Sanctuary*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 1986
Unthinking Zen: Experiential Paradox Serial: RA-01842 The talk explores the essence and purpose of Zen practice, particularly focusing on zazen meditation. It emphasizes settling into one's experience as a pathway to peace and suggests that this immersion naturally leads to... *Peace, Zazen, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 02 1985
Transcending Thought: The Zen Poem Journey Serial: RA-01841 The discussion analyzes a complex poem by Dogen, emphasizing its ability to transcend conceptual understanding and engage with immediate experience and non-conceptual realms. It draws parallels with Zen practice and Buddhism’s... *Zazen, Intimacy, Buddhism*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 01 1985
Manifesting Zen Beyond Thought Serial: RA-01840 The talk explores the intricate nature of Zen practice and expression, emphasizing the non-duality of experience and the intrinsic connection between thought and manifestation. It addresses the subtle workings of enlightenment,... *Soto Zen, Instruction, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 30 1985
Embrace the Ordinary in Spirituality Serial: RA-01793 The talk explores the concept of spiritual investigation and initiation, emphasizing the notion of openness and ordinariness in practices and relationships. It critiques the tendency to regard spiritual practices as sacred or... *Ceremony, Time, Ordinary Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 1985
Philosophy's Dance with Salvation Serial: RA-01803 The talk explores the historical interplay between philosophy and religion in India and medieval Europe, highlighting how the intellectual rigor of philosophers and theologians was driven by religious concerns about salvation.... *Practice, Emptiness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1984
Painting Life's Portrait Through Meditation Serial: RA-02812 The talk explores the interplay between life, meditation, and consciousness through the metaphor of a children's poem, "How to Paint the Portrait of a Bird" by Jacques Prévert, translated by Lawrence Ferlinghetti. This imagery is... *Meditation, Suzuki Roshi, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 24 1984
Steps to Zen Concentration Mastery Serial: RA-01851 The talk focuses on understanding Zen practice through the concept of shamatha, particularly emphasizing the stages of stabilization and the obstacles involved in its practice. It examines the nine traditional stages of shamatha... *Effort, Obstacles, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 23 1984
Connection Over Complexity: Embracing Simple Wisdom Serial: RA-01810B The talk focuses on the significance of simple yet profound communication, emphasizing that effective communication prioritizes connection over complexity. The discussion critiques the tendency of abstract philosophical discourse... *Pain, Time, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 1984
Tranquility and Insight: Timeless Harmony Serial: RA-02811 The talk explores the practices of Samatha (tranquility meditation) and Vipassana (insight meditation), drawing connections to Zen teachings, particularly Dogen Zenji's concept of 'uji' or 'being-time.' It emphasizes the... *Zazen, Buddhism, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 17 1983
Compassion Serial: RA-00057 The talk elaborates on the intertwined practices of Samatha (tranquility) and Vipassana (insight), emphasizing their cyclical relationship and mutual enhancement in Zen practice, often termed Zazen. The discussion examines Dogen... *Composure, Zazen, Observe, Transmission, Balance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 17 1983 1 of 2 Tassajara
Stillness in Interconnected Learning Serial: RA-02810 The talk emphasizes the practice of sitting meditation as a metaphor for self-awareness and the interdependent nature of teaching and learning. It highlights the importance of leading by example without direct instruction and... *Buddha, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 25 1983 4A Hokyoki
Collective Stillness Through Relational Practice Serial: RA-00058a The talk addresses the concept of practice within Zen meditation as a mutual, relational act rather than an isolated endeavor. It emphasizes that true stillness and acceptance in practice are not achieved individually but... *Buddha, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 24 1983 Hokyoki
Dancing with the Dharma Path Serial: RA-02809 This talk delves into the perception of inanimate objects and their inherent capacity to expound the Dharma, emphasizing the relational nature of consciousness through sense capacities interacting with the physical universe. It... *Time, Suffering, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 23 1983 3 Hokyoki
Cultivating Insight: Journey to Enlightenment Serial: RA-02808 The talk explores three levels of insight or "prajna" in Buddhist teachings: shrutamaya prajna (insight through sensory learning), cintamaya prajna (insight through reflection), and bhavanamaya prajna (insight through meditation... *Buddha, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 22 1983 2 Hokyoki
ZMC-Hokyok Serial: RA-00056 - *Desire, War, Transmission, Attachment, Cultivation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 22 1983
Zen Practice: Tradition and Innovation Serial: RA-02807 The talk revolves around the exploration of Zen philosophy, focusing on the role of scriptures, direct transmission, and the authenticity of teachings, using metaphors of a trellis and plant to explain the relationship between... *Buddha, Time, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 21 1983 1 Hokyoki
Flowing Life, Integrated Practice Serial: RA-01575 The talk examines the interplay between spiritual practice, particularly yoga, and daily life, emphasizing the need for spiritual practices such as yoga to be inherently fulfilling and integrated into every aspect of life to... *Yoga, Posture, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 1981 3
Heart Sutra Serial: RA-00176 - *Nirvana, Greed, Mindfulness, Breath, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 1981
Embracing Life's Dual Emotional Pathways Serial: RA-01576 The talk explores the concepts of grief, joy, and the interplay between various emotional states as they relate to life and Zen teachings. It emphasizes the non-duality of life and death, suggesting that grief and joy are... *Time, Suffering, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 1981 1 and 2
Mutual Healing Through Zen Awakening Serial: RA-01607 The talk examines the nature of healing, the roles of teacher and student, and the concept of self-discovery and self-reliance in Zen practice. A narrative from the movie "Resurrection" about a woman with healing powers is used... *Posture, Work, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 23 1981
Zen Movement: Awareness in Action Serial: RA-01577 The talk centers on the practice and philosophy of Zen meditation, with an emphasis on integrating the meditative awareness into daily movements and experiences. The discussion explores walking meditation, bodily awareness, the... *Practice, Posture, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 16 1981 1 and 2
Balancing Presence in Zen Practice Serial: RA-01620 The talk focuses on Zen practice and the philosophy of maintaining a delicate balance between permanence and impermanence through posture. The speaker discusses the significance of posture in meditation, emphasizing the need for... *Breath, Posture, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 16 1981 3 and 4
Abidharma Kosa Serial: RA-01893 The talk explores the nuanced concepts of karma and consciousness within the framework of Buddhist philosophy, particularly referencing the "Abhidharmakosha." It delves into the mechanics of comparative thinking, karma's... *Karma, Consciousness, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 09 1981
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02021A The talk explores the Buddhist concept of the intermediate state (antarabhāva), focusing on themes of duality, creation without attachment, and the nature of rebirth. It critiques the attitudes of Chakravartans and Bodhisattvas,... *Time, Consciousness, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 1981 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02021F The transcript analyzes verbal and nonverbal aspects of communication within social interactions. It explores how these elements convey attitudes, emotions, and personality traits, particularly highlighting issues of authenticity... *Emotions, Study, Interview*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 1981 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02021C The transcript analyzes complex interactions between verbal and nonverbal communication, emphasizing the interplay of social dynamics. It discusses theories of communication like SR models, exchange theory, and motor skill models... *Time, Study, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 1981 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02021E This talk explores the intricacies of consciousness, focusing on how individual consciousness and universal consciousness coexist and interact. The speaker discusses the concepts of individual responsibility, communication, and... *Consciousness, Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 1981 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02021B The talk centers on the interplay between consciousness and matter as described in the Abhidharma Kosha and the Tibetan Book of the Dead, emphasizing the concepts of creation, rebirth, and the process of relinquishing... *Consciousness, Emptiness, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 1981 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02021D The discourse explores the dynamics of social interactions and structures within various types of social and work groups, using frameworks from the "Abhidharma Kosa" and contemporary social science. Concepts such as the evolution... *Work, Study, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 1981 Spring
Navigating Realms: Experience and Karmic Outcomes Serial: RA-01894 The talk examines the teachings and concepts found within the first 18 karakas of Chapter 3 of the Abhidharma focusing on the nature of experience within the triple world: Kamadhatu, Rupadhatu, and Arupadhatu. This includes a... *Karma, Study, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 1981
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019J The talk centers on the transitions between human, hell, and heaven realms as detailed in the Abhidharma Kosa. It examines how beings can shift realms without the traditional process of being reborn through a womb, highlighting... *Karma, Time, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019C This talk explores concepts from the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on the nature of birth and rebirth within various realms, including the human, divine, and hellish realms. The discussion delves into different types of beings and... *Time, Bodhisattva, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019E The talk centers on the exploration of categories within the Abhidharma, particularly focusing on the distinction between internal and external phenomena as described in the Abhidharma-Kosha. Emphasis is placed on the notion that... *Karma, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019G The talk delves into the nature of life and death, examining the transition between states of existence in the context of the Abhidharma Kosa. It discusses how life is conceptualized through the attachment to a physical body and... *Consciousness, Time, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019I The talk focuses on the Abhidharma Kosha's explanation of karma, consciousness, and rebirth. It delves into the comparative nature of karma, distinguishing between retributive states of consciousness, driven by past actions, and... *Consciousness, Karma, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019B The talk explores Chapter 3 of the Abhidharma-kośa, focusing on the distinction between dharma and dhatu, and examining how the illusory perception of the mundane world—samsara—is constructed and perceived differently by an... *Karma, Anger, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019K The talk provides an in-depth exploration of the concept of intermediate existence, or “antarabhava,” as outlined in the Abhidharma Kosha. It discusses the nature of intermediate consciousness occurring between death and rebirth... *Nirvana, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019D The talk focuses on the study of Vasubandhu’s "Abhidharma-kośa," particularly on understanding the realms of existence discussed in Chapter 3. The discussion emphasizes the importance of grasping the concept of the triple world—... *Karma, Study, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019F The talk discusses the concept of intermediate being within the Abhidharma Kosa, specifically the transition between different states of existence and consciousness, labeled as Jati, Baba, Antara, and Upapati. It explores the... *Culture, Consciousness, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019A This talk explores the Abhidharma Kosa's conceptualization of human destiny and intermediate existence. It discusses various realms of existence (hell, heaven, animal, hungry ghost) and how individuals transition between them,... *Time, Consciousness, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1980 Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018C The talk explores the understanding of anger within the framework of Abhidharma Kosa, emphasizing the dualistic nature of emotions and their characteristics, as well as the importance of recognizing both the specific and general... *Anger, Faith, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018A The talk centers on Chapter 2 of the Abhidharma Kosha, focusing on the viprayuta samskaras, particularly the concepts of prati, propti, aprapti, and the transformation of consciousness on the path to enlightenment. It discusses... *Time, Meditation, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018D The discussion primarily delves into the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on Chapter 6, which examines the nature of existence, the concept of death tied to lifespan and merit, and explores the path of insight, or Darshanamarga. The... *Karma, Time, Kshanti*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018B The talk explores the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on the concept of Jivitendriya (life faculty), which is characterized as not being associated with the mind (Chitta Vipatryukta Samkara) and its distinction from consciousness. The... *Consciousness, Karma, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018I The talk discusses the concept of relative and absolute morality within the context of Abhidharma teachings, emphasizing how values, influenced by societal norms, transition when one enters the Buddhist path. The idea of absolute... *Karma, Culture, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017K The talk explores the movement between various states of existence and consciousness as described in the Abhidharma Kosha, focusing particularly on transitions from Kamadhatu to Rupa Dhatu and the implications of different karmic... *Karma, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017J The talk delves into the complexities of consciousness transitions as articulated in the Abhidharma Kosa, covering how a wholesome state of consciousness in the Kama Datu can transition to different states. It examines the... *Karma, Consciousness, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018F The talk discusses the distinctions between absolute morality and relative morality in the context of Buddhist thought, particularly how these concepts relate to karma and cultural perceptions of morality. It examines the... *Karma, Culture, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5

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