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Zen's Path: Seeing Beyond Duality Serial: RA-04393 The talk explores the concept of Zen and the challenges of understanding its teachings, emphasizing that individual interpretation and practice are central to Zen philosophy. It discusses the simultaneity and reversibility of... *Transmission, Compassion, Monastic Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 27 2017
Exploring our Infinite Life Serial: RA-04391 - *Delusion, Faith, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 08 2017
Zen Mind: Unveiling Realities Serial: RA-04390 The talk focuses on Zen practice and the idea of letting appearances be as they are, highlighting the importance of a well-trained mind in realizing the true nature of experiences. The discussion centers on the concept of... *Practice, Evil, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 07 2017
The Teaching of the Buddha’s Whole Lifetime Serial: RA-04389 - *Wisdom, Instruction, Perfect Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 05 2017 PM
The Teaching of the Buddha’s Whole Lifetime Serial: RA-04388 - *Buddha, Practice, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 05 2017 AM
Exploring our Infinite Life Serial: RA-04387 - *Delusion, Patience, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 01 2017
Embrace Limits, Transcend Life Serial: RA-04386 The talk explores the concept of Zen through the lens of finite and infinite life, using the story of Matsu, referred to as the "Sun-faced Buddha" and "Moon-faced Buddha," to exemplify the intersection and interplay between these... *Precepts, Ceremony, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 30 2017
Intimacy with Life's Impermanence Serial: RA-04385 The talk discusses the practice of allowing things to be as they are, using sitting meditation as an example. It addresses the concept of being "intimate" with life, emphasizing non-attachment and non-identification with forms or... *Practice, Suffering, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 30 2017
Embracing Life's Dual Nature Serial: RA-04384 This talk explores the theme of Zen practice through the story of Matsu, who on his deathbed spoke of "Sun-faced Buddha, Moon-faced Buddha" to illustrate the interplay between infinite and finite life. The discussion emphasizes... *Buddha, Precepts, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 30 2017
Exploring our Infinite Life Serial: RA-04383 - *Compassion, Evil, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 25 2017
Interconnectedness: Embracing the Universal Dharma Serial: RA-04381 This talk focuses on the concept of Dharma, exploring its multifaceted nature as an unsurpassed, penetrating, and perfect truth, teaching, and phenomena. The speaker emphasizes the interconnectedness of all things and discusses... *Observe, Tassajara, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 09 2017
Beyond Illusions: Truths and Compassion Serial: RA-04382 The talk explores the duality between absolute and relative truths within the context of human attachments and interactions, particularly concerning money and family dynamics. It is emphasized that care for conventional truths is... *Perfect Wisdom, War, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 09 2017
Prajna Paramita, the Lovely, the Holy Serial: RA-04380 - *Perfect Wisdom, Emptiness, Freedom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 08 2017 PM
Prajna Paramita, the Lovely, the Holy Serial: RA-04379 - *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 08 2017 AM
Exploring our Infinite Life Serial: RA-04378 - *Consciousness, Generosity, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 20 2017
Exploring our Infinite Life Serial: RA-04377 - *Stillness, Karmic Consciousness, Instruction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 13 2017
Stillness: Pathway to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04375 The talk emphasizes the concept of stillness as integral to achieving awakening and enlightenment, advocating for a life in conversation with oneself, others, and the universe. The discussion posits that true understanding and... *Stillness, Delusion, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 11 2017
Zen Conversations: Embracing Stillness Today Serial: RA-04374 The talk explores the concept of skillful conversation and the practice of stillness in Zen philosophy. It emphasizes the importance of listening and giving space in conversations as outlined in the teachings of the Buddha. The... *Stillness, Peace, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 11 2017
Exploring our Infinite Life Serial: RA-04373 The talk delves into the exploration of finite and infinite life, discussing how meditation and genuine communication facilitate the understanding of one's infinite nature. The speaker reflects on the interplay between conscious... *Consciousness, Time, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 06 2017
The Buddha Mind Seal Is Face-to-Face Conversation Serial: RA-04372 - *Buddha Mind, Silence, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 03 2017 AM
Building A Sanctuary For Awakening Serial: RA-04370 - *Consciousness, Karmic Consciousness, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 06 2017 AM
The One Vehicle Lives In Silence And Stillness Serial: RA-04371 - *Practice, Silence, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 06 2017 PM
Infinite Light, Intimate Liberation Serial: RA-04369 The talk discusses the concept of creating a sanctuary as a space for practicing Zen and freeing beings from suffering through an intimate, face-to-face transmission of truth. This transmission, embodying the teachings of Buddha... *Sanctuary, Transmission, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 23 2017
Infinite Connections, Intimate Encounters Serial: RA-04368 The talk explores the intricate dynamics between infinity and intimacy, emphasizing the interplay of relationships with finite beings as a pathway to connecting with an infinite being. The discussion suggests that true intimacy... *Emotions, Meditation, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 23 2017
Rituals of Transition in Zen Funerals Serial: RA-04365 The talk details the ceremonial practices involved in Zen Buddhist funeral rites, emphasizing the importance of each ritual step, such as the preparation and presentation of the deceased, the chanting of Dharanis, and multiple... *Ceremony, Funeral, Priest*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 22 2017
Honoring Legacy Through Zen Farewell Serial: RA-04366 The talk primarily focuses on the practical and ritualistic aspects of preparing a body for a traditional Zen Buddhist funeral, covering topics from washing and dressing the deceased to the specific handling of garments and the... *Ceremony, Lay, Priest*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 22 2017
Zen Farewell: Rituals of Spiritual Transition Serial: RA-04367 The talk focuses on the sequence and significance of Buddhist funeral ceremonies, particularly in Zen tradition, emphasizing ritual practices such as chanting, ritual shaving, and entering into monkhood at the time of death. It... *Ceremony, Priest, Funeral*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 22 2017
Zen Funerals: Honor and Healing Serial: RA-04364 The main thesis of the talk is the traditional Soto Zen funeral process and its significance, including the role of ceremonies, rites, and practices to be performed upon death. The discussion outlines the preferences for these... *Ceremony, Time, Funeral*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 22 2017
Zazen Is World Transformation Serial: RA-04363 - *Consciousness, Enlightenment, Priest*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 2017 PM
A Sanctuary Is Built Right Here, Right Now Serial: RA-04362 - *Buddha, Practice, Sanctuary*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 2017 AM
Zen Transformation Serial: RA-04361 - *Passions, Effort, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 28 2017
Zen Transformation Serial: RA-04360 - *Suffering, Effort, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 21 2017
Zen Transformation Serial: RA-04359 - *Work, Stillness, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 14 2017
Zen Transformation Serial: RA-04358 - *Ceremony, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 07 2017
Awakened Pathways Enlighten the World Serial: RA-04357 The talk focuses on the interconnectedness of personal practice and the broader transformation of the world, emphasizing the Zen understanding that individual enlightenment contributes to world transformation. The concept of Zen... *Buddha, Practice, Buddhism*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 04 2017 No Abode Hermitage
Zen Transformation Serial: RA-04356 - *Practice, Meditation, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 28 2017
Zen Meditation Is World Transformation Serial: RA-04355 - *Practice, Buddha, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 04 2017 PM
Zen Meditation Is World Transformation Serial: RA-04354 - *Sanctuary, Transmission, Book of Serenity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 04 2017 AM
Bodhisattva Practice Includes Everything Serial: RA-04353 - *Religion, Offering, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 2017 PM
Awakening Lives In Silence And Stillness Serial: RA-04352 - *Stillness, Lovingkindness, Fox*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 2017 AM
Seeing Beyond Duality: Zen Wisdom Serial: RA-04351 The talk explores the dual perception of reality in Zen philosophy, where beings can transition between recognizing the true form of the universe as an unfailing manifestation of the Tathagata and the deceptive, conventional... *Wisdom, Suzuki Roshi, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2016
Building Sanctuaries Amidst Impermanence Serial: RA-04350 The talk explores the concept of impermanence and the resultant emotional responses to the Buddha's teachings that all compounded phenomena are unstable and not worthy of confidence. It presents the teaching that sanctuaries are... *Sanctuary, Transmission, Book of Serenity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2016
Zen's Timeless Path of Rigorous Practice Serial: RA-04349 The talk centers on the demanding nature of Zen practice and its historical reputation in Japan for being a "tough" discipline. The narrative highlights the legendary story of Bodhidharma's disciple cutting off his arm to... *Practice Period, Soto Zen, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 11 2016
Face-to-Face Enlightenment Unveiled Serial: RA-04348 The talk explores the concept of intimate transmission in Zen Buddhism, using stories to illustrate the idea that enlightenment and realization are found in direct, face-to-face encounters rather than through texts or additional... *Ceremony, Transmission, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 10 2016
Zen: Face-to-Face Transmission Essentials Serial: RA-04347 The talk explores the interplay between dualistic language and Zen practice, emphasizing that face-to-face transmission with a teacher is essential to understand practices like "just sitting," which embodies the Zen teachings and... *Stillness, Bodhisattva Precepts, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 09 2016
Collective Enlightenment Through Just Sitting Serial: RA-04346 The talk analyzes the concept of "attaining the way" as it pertains to Shakyamuni Buddha, emphasizing its collective and relational aspects rather than solely personal enlightenment. It explores how "just sitting" in practice is... *Dharma Transmission, Bowing, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 2016
Awakening Through Intimate Transmission Serial: RA-04345 The talk focuses on the concept of Zazen as the culmination of awakening and the notion of "intimate transmission" in Zen practice. It emphasizes Zazen as a practice of stillness and intimacy that connects practitioners with the... *Zazen, Transmission, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 07 2016
Silent Symphony: Zen's Living Transmission Serial: RA-04344 The talk elaborates on the concept of "intimate transmission" in Zen, focusing on the interconnectedness of stillness, silence, and practices such as zazen and loving-kindness. It emphasizes how these practices embody the... *Stillness, Transmission, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 06 2016
Silent Stillness, Perfect Enlightenment Serial: RA-04343 The talk focuses on the concept of Zazen as a form of complete and perfect enlightenment in the sitting posture. The teachings explore the profound, non-verbal nature of enlightenment, emphasizing its manifestation through... *Zazen, Stillness, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 05 2016
Embracing Otherness Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-04342 The talk explores the concept of "otherness" within Zen practice, particularly through the teachings of Shikantaza (just sitting) and San-Chi-Mum-Po (meeting a teacher and asking about the Dharma). It examines the evolution of... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, japanese*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 28 2016

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