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Compassionate Justice Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-04298 This talk focuses on the practice of compassion and its relation to justice within the context of Zen teachings. It discusses how individuals can approach situations of injustice with kindness, citing the steady practice of... *Practice, Compassion, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 17 2016
Pivoting Towards Enlightenment and Liberation Serial: RA-04295 The talk centers on the concept of the "pivot" between self and non-self, particularly in the context of Zen practices like those of a bodhisattva. It explores how understanding and practicing this pivot leads to enlightenment... *Enlightenment, Pain, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 19 2016
Fluid Self: Zen's Path to Liberation Serial: RA-04296 The talk explores the concept of self in Zen Buddhism, highlighting the idea that the self does not exist as an independent entity but is rather a transient, interconnected phenomenon. The discussion emphasizes the transformative... *Stillness, Liberation, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 19 2016
Returning to the Buddha's Home Serial: RA-04293 This talk focuses on the bodhisattva path as depicted in the Lotus Sutra, emphasizing the journey of returning to one's spiritual 'home' after a period of wandering. It draws a deep parallel between this journey and the practice... *Lotus Sutra, Zazen, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 11 2016 AM
Beyond Self: Embracing Interconnectedness Serial: RA-04294 The talk explores the concept of "The Pivotal Business of Buddha’s House," emphasizing the thematic interplay between self-identity and interconnectedness. The discourse emphasizes how true self-realization requires acknowledging... *Paramitas, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 11 2016 PM
Homeward Journey: Finding True Nature Serial: RA-04291 The talk centers on a narrative from the Lotus Sutra that serves as a framework for understanding the journey and training of the bodhisattva within the Zen tradition. The parable described involves a child who wanders away from... *Vow, Lotus Sutra, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 07 2016 AM
Compassionate Trust on the Path Serial: RA-04292 The talk addresses the theme of dealing with suffering and betrayal as part of the path to Buddhahood. The narrative, based on the story of the lost child, interprets family suffering as part of life's journey, paralleling the... *Priest, Paramitas*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 07 2016 PM
Embracing Stillness Through Buddhist Vows Serial: RA-04290 The talk explores the theme of "stillness" within the context of Buddhist practice, emphasizing the remembrance, reception, practice, and transmission of the Buddha's precepts and stillness. The discussion delves into the... *Stillness, Vow, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 2016
Aligning Stillness with Spiritual Practice Serial: RA-04289 The talk explores the practice of stillness and the importance of aligning actions with the Buddha's teachings through remembrance, reception, practice, and transmission of stillness. It emphasizes the role of confession and... *Stillness, Pain, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 17 2016
Vows as Compass on Zen Path Serial: RA-04287 This talk explores the dynamic between repetition and vows in Zen practice, focusing on the significance of vows in sustaining the bodhisattva path alongside practices like confession and repentance. It uses Dogen's verse on... *Repentance, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2016 AM
Flowing Paths to Buddha's Wisdom Serial: RA-04288 This talk explores two complementary approaches to entering Buddha's wisdom—psychically and interpersonally. It emphasizes the importance of both internalizing teachings independently and engaging in dialogue with teachers to... *Stillness, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Interview*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 2016 PM
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04286 The talk explores the Ten Oxherding Pictures, aligning them with the progression through stages of spiritual enlightenment, emphasizing continual movement and integration of practice rather than stagnation. The discussion... *Compassion, Practice, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 05 2016 The Yoga Room
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04285 The talk examines the "Ten Oxherding Pictures" as a metaphor for the stages of enlightenment in Zen practice. It emphasizes the interplay between conscious and unconscious processes, detailing how initial struggles and gradual... *Enlightenment, Stillness, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 29 2016 The Yoga Room
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04284 The talk centers around the Ten Oxherding Pictures, particularly discussing the fourth and fifth stages, Catching the Cow and Herding the Ox, which symbolize stages of spiritual practice and enlightenment. The focus is on... *Stillness, Practice, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2016 The Yoga Room
Taming the Inner Wilderness Serial: RA-04283 The talk analyzes the "Ten Oxherding Pictures," exploring the journey of spiritual awakening depicted through the imagery of taming an ox, symbolizing the process of enlightenment as becoming intimate with oneself and, by... *Stillness, confusion, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 08 2016 The Yoga Room
Compassionate Focus in Zen Practice Serial: RA-04279 The talk delves into the essence of spiritual energy derived from maintaining focus on one's aspirations and vows, particularly reflecting on the practice of Zen Buddhist traditions and the need for consistent remembrance of one'... *Vow, Peace*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2016
Aspiring to Compassionate Communication Serial: RA-04281 The talk explores the significance of maintaining spiritual aspirations and the challenges of remembering what is most important, such as the aspiration to truly hear the Dharma and practice compassion. It highlights the... *Stillness, Current Events*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2016
Compassion Leads to Enlightened Action Serial: RA-04282 The talk discusses the themes of compassion, respect, and trust within Zen practice, focusing on the nature of samadhi and its role in guiding right action. It emphasizes the importance of being open to various thoughts and... *Samadhi, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 05 2016
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04278 The talk explores the concept of non-duality in the Ten Oxherding Pictures, emphasizing that the initial state of confusion (samsara) and the final state of enlightenment (nirvana) are inherently non-dual. It discusses the... *Stillness, Buddha, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 01 2016 The Yoga Room
Ten Oxherding Pictures Serial: RA-04277 The talk focuses on the concept of stillness and its integral role in Zen practice, particularly through the lens of the "Ten Oxherding Pictures," which depict stages of enlightenment from a state of seeking to complete unity... *Stillness, Buddha, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 23 2016 The Yoga Room
From the First Time You Meet a Teacher Serial: RA-04275 The talk explores the necessity of engaging with a spiritual teacher or "good friend" to practice the Zen concept of "just sitting," which symbolizes receiving and embodying enlightenment. The discussion delves into the heartfelt... *Practice, Buddha, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 2016 AM
Path of Sudden Enlightenment Serial: RA-04276 The talk explores the "Avatamsaka Sutra," specifically the Gandavyuha section, detailing the pilgrimage of Sudhana guided by Manjushri Bodhisattva. In the Zen tradition, this journey illustrates the pursuit of enlightenment... *Bodhisattva Way, Manjushri, Complete Perfect Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 2016 PM
Upright in Samadhi: Zen Dedication Serial: RA-04274 The discussion reflects on the concepts of sesshin and samadhi, emphasizing gratitude for the assembly's dedication to the practice of Zen through sitting upright in samadhi. The narrative includes reflections on the experiences... *Samadhi, Buddha Mind, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2016
Embracing Vulnerability Through Samadhi Serial: RA-04273 The talk explores the nature of vulnerability and how engaging in samadhi practice can lead to an openness to both individual frailties and the reception of Buddhist wisdom. It emphasizes the idea that vulnerability is inherent... *Samadhi, Pain, Resistance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2016
Meeting Buddhas in Everyday Samadhi Serial: RA-04272 The talk explores the concept of samadhi within Zen practice, focusing on the diligent cultivation of the bodhisattva samadhi and its presence in everyday life. A particular emphasis is placed on the transformative nature of... *Samadhi, Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2016
Awakening Through Just Sitting Serial: RA-04271 The talk discusses the aspiration for complete, perfect awakening as illustrated through a dialogue between a being and the bodhisattva Manjushri, focusing on the transmission and practice of the samadhi of suchness. It... *Samadhi, Precious Mirror, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2016
Living Zen: Embodying Samadhi Uncontrived Serial: RA-04270 This talk explores various manifestations of samadhi within Zen practice, emphasizing the samadhi of the Buddhas as a living, uncontrived state beyond words, yet still expressed through them. It describes the practice of sitting... *Samadhi, Posture, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2016
Embracing Suchness in Zen Practice Serial: RA-04269 The talk revolves around the concept of "suchness" or "nyose" within Zen practice, highlighting its expression in the phrase "thinking-not-thinking" as seen in zazen practice. This exploration ties directly into key Zen texts,... *Samadhi, Zazen, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2016
Embodied Dharma in Everyday Actions Serial: RA-04268 This talk discusses the notion that Buddhas transmit the Dharma through a self-fulfilling samadhi, highlighting the inseparability of the teachings of suchness, intimate entrustment, and the presence of Buddhas and ancestors. It... *Samadhi, Karmic Consciousness, Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2016
Embracing Stillness, Finding Freedom Serial: RA-04266 The talk explores the concept of stillness as a path to enlightenment. It asserts that true freedom and peace are realized through embracing stillness, not by seeking refuge in external movement. Stillness is presented as an... *Stillness, Samadhi, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2016
Grandmother Mind: Everyday Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04267 The discussion centers on the concept of the bodhisattva path, emphasizing that all beings, knowingly or unknowingly, are on a journey towards enlightenment. The talk explores the practice of samadhi, a state of open,... *Samadhi, Buddha Mind, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2016
Zen Samadhi: Beyond Conceptual Engagement Serial: RA-04265 The talk explores the practice and philosophy of zazen within the Zen tradition, focusing on attaining tranquility and samadhi by giving up conceptual engagement with objects. The discussion includes interpretations of teachings... *Samadhi, Instruction, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2016
Cultivating Non-Thinking: Beyond Gain Serial: RA-04264 The talk discusses Dogen's meditation instructions through versions of the Fukan Zazengi, emphasizing the importance of cultivating samadhi without attachment to gain. It explores Yaoshan's approach to "thinking, not thinking"... *Samadhi, Consciousness, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 2016
Awakening Through Embodied Zen Practice Serial: RA-04263 The talk explores the expression of the Buddha mind seal through Zen practice, particularly referencing the Bendowa text's "Self-Receiving and Employing Samadhi" section. It discusses this principle through the lens of bodily,... *Buddha Mind, Samadhi, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2016
Embodying Enlightenment in Daily Life Serial: RA-04262 The talk focuses on the unceasing practice of freeing all beings so they may dwell in peace, amidst a world challenged by fear and violence. Central to this practice is the cultivation of samadhi, an awareness characterized by... *Buddha Mind, Samadhi, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 10 2016
Beyond Words: The Silent Path Serial: RA-04261 The talk explores the concept of the "Buddha Mind Seal," which represents the interconnected, collective process of enlightenment beyond individual perception and intellectual comprehension. It emphasizes the importance of... *Buddha Mind, Stillness, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 10 2016
Harmony of Calm and Insight Serial: RA-04260 The talk explores the development of Samatha and Samadhi, focusing on their distinction and integration in meditation practices. Emphasized is the progression from calm, one-pointed thought (Samatha) to deeper insight (Vipassana... *Samadhi, Breath, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 2016
Zen Samadhi: Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04259 This talk delves into the understanding and practice of samadhi and its importance in Zen meditation, specifically within the context of bodhisattva teachings. It emphasizes that all beings, even those who claim not to be... *Samadhi, Buddha Nature, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 07 2016
Pursuing Stillness: The Zen Journey Serial: RA-04258 The talk explores the practice of cultivating samadhi, as defined through the teachings of Zen Master Dogen. The speaker reflects on the ancient vow to pursue the true Dharma across countless lives and emphasizes the importance... *Samadhi, Jewel Mirror Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 2016 AM
Inner Harmony, Outer Transformation Serial: RA-04257 The talk examines a Zen teaching transmitted as an assertion of faith and a practical guide for alleviating suffering and finding harmony in life's challenges, emphasizing the intimate and inherent presence of this teaching... *Samadhi, Stillness, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2015
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Part 10 Serial: RA-04255 The talk primarily revolves around the exploration of the "Precious Mirror Samadhi" and emphasizes the concept that all aspects of daily life, each moment, and any activity are opportunities to practice enlightenment. The focus... Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Stillness, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Samadhi...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 12 2015 AM No Abode Hermitage
Nurturing Compassionate Enlightenment Journey Serial: RA-04256 The talk explores the concept of bodhicitta, the thought of enlightenment, emphasizing its varying presence among beings and the nurturing it requires once it arises. It discusses the responsibility of tending to bodhicitta with... *Samadhi, Hate, Generosity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 12 2015
Everyday Zen: Enlightenment in Action Serial: RA-04254 The talk focuses on the intimate transmission of teachings between Buddhas and practitioners, emphasizing that enlightenment is realized through direct practice in everyday life. The discussion explores the concept of "temple... *Buddha Mind, Faith, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 2015
Unveiling the Essence of Suchness Serial: RA-04253 The talk focuses on the concept of "suchness" as explored through the practice of the Precious Mirror Samadhi during a Zen practice period. This notion is presented as a profound state of openness and receptivity, described... *Buddha Mind, Samadhi, Precious Mirror*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 06 2015
Zen Embodiment: Compassion in Action Serial: RA-04252 The talk focuses on the practice of Zen as a means to embody and express the Buddha Mind Seal through simple, mindful actions like temple cleaning and sitting in samadhi. It emphasizes the direct experience of compassion, respect... *Buddha Mind, Vow, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 05 2015
Embracing Samadhi Through Zen Rituals Serial: RA-04251 The talk explores themes of Buddha's enlightenment and its commemoration, particularly reflecting on personal memories of Suzuki Roshi's passing. It delves into the practice of Zen meditation (Zazen), emphasizing the role of... *Samadhi, Buddha, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 04 2015
Embodying Impermanence Through Mindful Presence Serial: RA-04250 The talk focuses on the intimate transmission and expression of the Buddha mind seal, emphasizing the importance of practicing with presence and compassion through the concept of the "precious mirror samadhi." This involves... *Buddha Mind, Buddha, Precious Mirror*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 03 2015
Embodied Mindfulness in Daily Actions Serial: RA-04249 The talk explores the teaching of suchness and its intimate transmission, focusing on how the expression of the Buddha mind seal can be manifested through actions of body, speech, and mind in daily life. Emphasizing a practice... *Buddha Mind, Transmission, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 02 2015
Expressing Buddha Wisdom Through Every Action Serial: RA-04247 The talk explores the practice of expressing the Buddha Mind Seal in all actions by maintaining awareness of the self's involvement in thoughts and actions. It emphasizes the concept of "cleaning" consciousness by allowing... *Buddha Mind, confusion, Interview*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 01 2015
Suchness Unveiled through Selfless Practice Serial: RA-04248 This talk explores the concept of "cleaning the temple" of consciousness in Zen practice, implying a continual process of removing attachments and defilements to realize the teaching of suchness—an imperceptible communion shared... *Offering, Karma, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 01 2015

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