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Cleansing the Mind, Finding Enlightenment Serial: RA-04246 This talk explores the concept of "temple cleaning" as a metaphor for cleansing the mind from karmic hindrances to allow the expression of Buddha mind through daily activities. It emphasizes the practice of "Precious Mirror... *Samadhi, Buddha Mind, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 30 2015
Navigating Consciousness with Jewel Wisdom Serial: RA-04245 The talk centers on the concept of 'Jewel Mirror Samadhi,' a state of focused, attentive consciousness through which wisdom and the "Buddha mind" are realized. This transmission of wisdom, although inherently pervasive, must be... *Samadhi, Desire, Intention*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 24 2015
Compassionate Power in Zen Awakening Serial: RA-04244 The main thesis of this talk explores the theme of nonviolence in Zen practice, emphasizing how interactions that may appear forceful or aggressive can convey deep compassion and teaching. It discusses the story of Linji and Wang... *Karma, War, Soto Zen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 23 2015
Embodying Enlightenment Through Daily Actions Serial: RA-04243 The talk explores the transformative power of expressing the "Buddha Mind Seal" through actions, a concept central to Dogen's teachings. By embodying the Buddha Mind Seal in every gesture and posture, one transforms the entire... *Buddha Mind, Posture, Dogen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 19 2015
Awakening Beyond Appearances in Zen Serial: RA-04242 The talk explores the concept of "intimate transmission" in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of perceiving beyond appearances and recognizing the inseparable nature of being and perception. The discussion highlights how... *Intimacy, Buddha Mind, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 2015
Inconceivable Intimacy in Zen Encounters Serial: RA-04241 The talk explores the theme of intimate communication in Zen, using historical stories to illustrate this concept. A primary focus is the use of seemingly aggressive actions, like shouting or physical interaction, as methods for... *Intimacy, Discrimination, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 16 2015
Mindful Peace through Zazen Practice Serial: RA-04240 The talk explores the practice of Zazen within Zen Buddhism, focusing on its role in cultivating an unceasing effort to free beings from delusion, thereby realizing peace. Zazen is described not as a fixed concept but as an... *Buddha Mind, Zazen, Precious Mirror*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 15 2015
Compassionate Power Over Aggressive Force Serial: RA-04239 The talk explores the tension between control, service, and the concept of power rooted in compassion rather than aggression. It discusses the dilemma of using violence to protect, emphasizing non-violence as the more courageous... *Hate, Evil, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 15 2015
Compassionate Rituals, Sacred Cleansing Serial: RA-04237 The talk explores the dual concepts of "cleaning the temple" and "performing the ritual" within Zen practice, positing that these processes are interconnected and essential for realizing the Buddha way. It emphasizes the act of... *Buddha Mind, Peace, Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 14 2015 AM
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi Serial: RA-04238 -	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 14 2015 PM
Transmitting the Buddha Mind Seal Serial: RA-04236 The talk focuses on the essence of traditional Soto Zen practice, emphasizing the concept of the "Buddha Mind Seal" as central to Zen, rather than the typical focus on dhyana (meditative concentration). While dhyana is indeed a... *Buddha Mind, Buddha, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 2015
Awakening Wisdom Through Stillness Serial: RA-04235 The talk discusses the dynamics of conscious and unconscious cognition, emphasizing their intimate interrelationship and the path to wisdom cognition. Conscious cognition involves self-awareness and object-naming, whereas... *Stillness, Intimacy, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 10 2015
Stillness: The Intimate Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-04234 The talk explores the nature of consciousness, unconscious cognition, and enlightened awareness or samadhi, emphasizing the significance of stillness as a state of non-duality and intimacy in the realization of enlightenment. It... *Stillness, Intimacy, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 2015
Honoring Ancestors, Unveiling Consciousness Serial: RA-04233 The discussion centers on the Seijiki ceremony, which aims to offer food and merit to spirits, particularly "hungry ghosts." This ceremony, originating from a practice that follows the founder Shogaku Shinryu Daisho's memorial,... *Ceremony, Karma, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 29 2015
Entering the Zen of Intimacy Serial: RA-04232 The central thesis of the talk explores the Zen concept of "entering the room" as a metaphor for achieving intimate communion and understanding in spiritual practice. Through stories of exchanges between Zen masters and disciples... *Intimacy, Patience, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 26 2015
Navigating the Infinite Forest Serial: RA-04231 The talk explores the metaphor of life as an infinite dark forest with clearings, representing consciousness and the interplay between conscious and unconscious cognition. It emphasizes the intimate relationships within this... *Samadhi, Breath, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 22 2015
Zen's Inconceivable Intimacy Unveiled Serial: RA-04230 The talk explores the concept of intimate communication, particularly through Zen practices such as Zazen, equating it with a form of holy communion. Emphasis is placed on the interconnectedness of perceptions, the notion of... *Stillness, Intimacy, Precious Mirror*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 19 2015
Inconceivable Joy of Zen Practice Serial: RA-04229 The talk explores the fundamental question, "What is Zen practice?" highlighting its historical and conceptual complexity. Zen practice is described as an inconceivable, joyful inquiry marked by stillness and profound... *Stillness, Zazen, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 18 2015
Embodying Stillness Amidst Movement Serial: RA-04228 This talk elucidates the practice of transmitting stillness and communion by integrating conscious remembrance and practice of stillness, suggesting a method for studying the self in consciousness. It further explores the... *Stillness, Doubt, Peace*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 18 2015
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi Serial: RA-04227 This talk focuses on the practice and significance of stillness and silence in daily life, contrasting it with movement and suppression. It highlights the transformative power of embracing stillness in adversity, using the... *Stillness, Time, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 10 2015 PM
Infinite Reflection: Surfing the Samadhi Serial: RA-04226 The talk discusses the nature of samadhi as presented in "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," focusing on the concepts of Holy Communion and awareness. The discussion explores the metaphor of a mirror which reflects not only the... *Stillness, Transmission, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 10 2015 AM
Awakening Through Compassionate Inquiry Serial: RA-04224 The talk explores the central themes of Zen practice, focusing on the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," which emphasizes intimate transmission of teachings from Buddhas and ancestors, aiming at the removal of suffering and... *Effort, Bodhisattva, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 19 2015 AM
Unity in Non-Dual Awareness Serial: RA-04225 The talk centers on the analysis of "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," a text that explores the concept of samadhi as an awareness where the differentiation between subject and object dissolves, advocating for a non-dual... *Samadhi, Separation, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 19 2015 PM
Renunciation Through Generosity's Lens Serial: RA-04222 The talk explores the concept of renunciation in Zen practice, emphasizing its dual nature of giving and letting go. It stresses that true renunciation involves the complete release of attachment, as exemplified through personal... *Renunciation, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Priest*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 08 2015 AM
Intimate Communion: Essence of Suchness Serial: RA-04223 The talk discusses the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," focusing on the idea of intimate communion as the essence of the teaching of suchness, which is intimately connected with Buddhas and ancestors. It highlights how this... *Samadhi, Intimacy, Jewel Mirror Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 08 2015 PM
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Part 5: Wholeheartedly Wondering Who You Are Serial: RA-04220 This talk explores the concept of "precious mirror samadhi," a state of cognition reflecting an awareness taught through various forms, including poetry and songs. It emphasizes the notion of intimate communion among... *Doubt, confusion, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 11 2015 AM No Abode Hermitage
Living the Questions, Embracing Wonder Serial: RA-04221 This talk delves into the exploration of engaging sincerely with spiritual practice, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a mindset of wonder and questioning rather than seeking absolute certainty. It discusses the idea of... *Doubt, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 11 2015 PM
Pathways to Peace through Mindfulness Serial: RA-04219 The talk explores the themes of mindfulness, kindness, and intimate communication with suffering as pathways to liberation and peace. It illustrates these teachings through the story of acrobats and focuses on the cultivation of... *Intimacy, Buddha Mind, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 07 2015
Embracing Intimacy Through Zen Suchness Serial: RA-04218 The talk addresses the concept of suchness in Zen philosophy as it relates to intimacy and interconnectedness, arguing that true intimacy emerges from recognizing the interdependent nature of existence. It explores how cognitive... *Intimacy, Karmic Consciousness, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 07 2015
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi Serial: RA-04217 The talk discusses the nuanced relationship between a spiritual teacher and their disciple, focusing on personal anecdotes about discipleship at Tassajara Zen Mountain Center. Reflections on misunderstood teacher-student... *Ceremony, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 06 2015
Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Part 4 Serial: RA-04216 This talk explores the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," focusing on the teaching of suchness and the concept of intimate communication, particularly evident during 'midnight' moments—times of uncertainty and non-attachment.... *Buddha Ancestors, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Samadhi, Diversity...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 06 2015 AM No Abode Hermitage
Reflections on Zen's Jewel Mirror Serial: RA-04214 The talk centers on delving into the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," exploring themes of intimate entrustment and the teaching of suchness. The discussion covers specific Zen teachings such as the identity of Buddha's... *Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 09 2015 AM
Embracing Uncertainty in Zen Intimacy Serial: RA-04215 The talk explores the concept of intimacy in Zen practice as articulated in the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi." It discusses the necessity of receiving and engaging with intimate entrustment to truly understand one's state,... *Karmic Consciousness, Intimacy, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 09 2015 PM
Intimate Path to Understanding Suffering Serial: RA-04212 The talk focuses on the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi," emphasizing the teaching of "suchness," which has been intimately entrusted to practitioners by Buddhas and ancestors. It explores the profound connection between... *Intimacy, Suffering, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 2015 AM
Intimate Presence in Zen Practice Serial: RA-04213 The talk addresses the theme of intimacy in Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of being present and intimate with one's thoughts, stories, and interactions with others. It explores the concept of "intimate entrustment" and... *Intimacy, Suffering, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 2015 PM
Intimacy Unveiled: Zen's Path to Peace Serial: RA-04211 The talk explores the notion of "intimacy" in Zen practice, emphasizing the integration of suffering and dissatisfaction as pathways to enlightenment. It discusses perfection of wisdom and the Zen tradition's practice of reciting... *Intimacy, Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2015
Zen's Cauldron of Intimacy Serial: RA-04210 The talk delves into the concept of intimacy and understanding within Zen practice, focusing on maintaining awareness and openness through a metaphorical cauldron representing continuous practice and self-examination. The... *Intimacy, Pain, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 15 2015
Echoes of Enlightenment: A Zen Journey Serial: RA-04208 The talk centers on the exploration of the "Song of the Jewel Mirror Samadhi" and its relationship to Zen practice, specifically emphasizing the intimate transmission of wisdom and the affirmation of one's inherent Buddha nature... *Jewel Mirror Samadhi, Perfect Wisdom, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 07 2015 AM
Listening for the Jewel Wisdom Serial: RA-04209 The main theme of the talk is the concept of "Jewel Mirror Samadhi," a state of being where one perceives the universe as a continuous teaching of perfect wisdom. To attain this perception, one must practice profound intimacy and... *Buddha, Intimacy, Jewel Mirror Samadhi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 07 2015 PM
Awakening in the Pathless Path Serial: RA-04207 The central thesis of the talk is the practice and significance of the Bodhisattva vow, emphasizing perfect wisdom (Prajnaparamita) and its relationship to the liberation of all beings. The discussion involves the transformation... *Perfect Wisdom, Vow, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 07 2015
Liberation Through Non-Thinking Zen Serial: RA-04206 The talk reflects on gratitude for community efforts during a Zen intensive at Green Gulch, explores the practice of non-thinking in zazen as demonstrated by Avalokiteshvara, and discusses the renunciation of worldly affairs... *Zazen, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2015
Karmic Emptiness: Zen's Wisdom Path Serial: RA-04205 The talk explores the relationship between karmic consciousness and emptiness as described in Avalokiteshvara's perfect wisdom. The speaker illustrates how this understanding alleviates suffering and exemplifies the perfection of... *Emptiness, Karmic Consciousness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2015
Embracing Emptiness: Living Zen Wisdom Serial: RA-04204 The talk focuses on the contemplation of perfect wisdom as practiced by Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, exploring the concepts of emptiness, compassion, and the realization of wisdom through practices like Zazen. Reflecting on... *Perfect Wisdom, Emptiness, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2015
Awakening Compassion through Zazen Serial: RA-04203 The talk emphasizes the practice of arousing the mind of great compassion as fundamental in Zen meditation, highlighting this through the Bodhisattva vow, which focuses on collective liberation and compassion rather than... *Compassion, Perfect Wisdom, Avalokitesvara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2015
Embodying Wisdom Through Compassionate Zen Serial: RA-04202 The talk emphasizes the practice of wisdom and compassion in the context of Zen, focusing on Avalokiteshvara Bodhisattva, the Heart Sutra, and Eihei Dogen's teachings. It elaborates on the practice of Zazen as an embodiment of... *Emptiness, Compassion, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2015
Zen Mind, Emptiness Unraveled Serial: RA-04201 The talk primarily explores the concepts of "thinking," "not thinking," and "non-thinking" within the context of Zen practice, highlighting their significance in understanding karmic consciousness and emptiness. This discussion... *Emptiness, confusion, Intention*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2015
Energetic Intimacy in Zen Dialogue Serial: RA-04200 The talk delves into Case 9 from a series of Zen stories, focusing on the interactions between the monk Zhaozhou (Zongshen) and his teacher Nan Chuan. Through the analysis of their dialogues, the discussion highlights the concept... *Intimacy, Generosity, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2015
Embracing Compassion Through Perfect Wisdom Serial: RA-04199 The talk focuses on the practice of Avalokiteshvara's Perfect Wisdom during a January Intensive, emphasizing the bodhisattva's embodiment of perfect compassion and wisdom. The speaker discusses how Avalokiteshvara, representing... *Emptiness, Freedom, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2015
Disciplined Listening for Compassionate Engagement Serial: RA-04198 The talk revolves around the Zen practice of refraining from giving weight to one's perceptions and judgments about others, advocating a disciplined approach to listening and viewing the self and others absent of bias, thereby... *Giving, Time, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2015
Awakening Through Karmic Realization Serial: RA-04197 The talk explores how the realization of karmic cause and effect by Buddha leads not only to liberation from it but also constitutes enlightenment itself. The discussion references the teachings of Dogen, particularly the text "... *Karmic Consciousness, Consciousness, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2015

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