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Journey Through Zen's Ethical Precepts Serial: RA-03940 The talk elaborates on the concept of Threefold Bodhisattva Precepts and their embedded Four Aspects of Practice, referencing the works of Asanga and his teachings transmitted from the future Buddha, Maitreya. The discussion... *Practice, Precepts, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 04 2012 Afternoon
Aspiring Hearts on the Bodhisattva Path Serial: RA-03938 The talk focuses on the concept of aspiration within Zen practice, equating it to a profound wish or ambition, and examines its role in the path of a bodhisattva. There is an exploration of the three pure precepts which include... *Precepts, Zazen, Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 26 2012
Practicing Zen Restraint Without Gain Serial: RA-03937 The talk explores the bodhisattva precepts, focusing on the precept of restraint and the notion of "grandmotherly mind," a state of practicing without seeking gain. It highlights historical examples from Zen lineage, noting that... *Dogen, Soto Zen, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 25 2012
Wholehearted Sitting: Bridging Lay and Monastic Paths Serial: RA-03936 The talk centers on the dual nature of bodhisattva ethics as outlined by Asanga, emphasizing the householder and monastic sides, and their shared practices in formal training, particularly through sitting wholeheartedly without... *Ceremony, Bodhisattva, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 24 2012
Zen Pathways: Navigating Bodhisattva Ethics Serial: RA-03935 The talk explores the profound and challenging nature of bodhisattva ethics within the context of Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of restraining outflows and developing wholesome activity. It references the teachings of... *Bodhisattva, Bodhisattva Precepts, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 2012
Transforming Consciousness Through Zen Presence Serial: RA-03933 The talk focuses on the principles of presence and transformation of consciousness, particularly through the lens of Zen practice and the impact of past experiences. It emphasizes the importance of being fully present with one's... *Pain, Bodhisattva, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2012
Performing Enlightenment Through Presence Serial: RA-03934 The talk emphasizes the central concern of the Buddha way with the suffering and welfare of all living beings, proposing that authentic enlightenment involves a practice deeply rooted in bodhisattva ethics—restraint, engaging in... *Enlightenment, Meditation, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2012
Selflessness: Transforming Consciousness through Giving Serial: RA-03932 The talk primarily examines the concepts of selflessness and giving in Zen practice, contrasting the aspirations of Arhats and Bodhisattvas. It delves into the transformation of consciousness, specifically the alaya-vijnana (... *Storehouse Consciousness, Karma, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 19 2012
Ethics of Presence in Buddhism Serial: RA-03930 The talk discusses the interpretation of the first of the three pure precepts in Buddhism as a precept of presence, focusing on the ethics of presence and restraint of outflows, as exemplified by the Buddha's practice upon... *Precepts, Emotions, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2012
Upright Presence: Compassionate Engagement Awakens Serial: RA-03928 The talk explores the concept of being "upright" and present while engaging in giving and receiving, emphasizing that all interactions, including criticism, can be seen as gifts when experienced authentically. The discussion... *Precepts, Offering, Aspects of Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 15 2012
Pathway to Enlightened Presence Serial: RA-03929 The talk explores the aspiration for enlightenment and its role in Zen practice, emphasizing the cultivation of the mind of enlightenment, or bodhicitta, for the benefit of all beings. It discusses the path of the bodhisattva,... *Precepts, Liberation, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 15 2012
Bodhisattva Path: Embracing Paradox and Service Serial: RA-03927 The talk focuses on the teachings from chapter 6 of the Mahayana Samgraha by Asanga, exploring the profundity and extensiveness of bodhisattva ethics, and their distinctive characteristics compared to individual liberation ethics... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 2012
Restraint: The Zen Path to Liberation Serial: RA-03926 This talk examines the concept of restraint in Zen practice, particularly through the lens of bodhisattva ethics and the influence of external vs. internal perceptions on afflictive emotions. Emphasizing Maitreya Buddha’s... *Precepts, Ceremony, Zendo*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2012
Reality as the Great Vehicle Serial: RA-03925 This talk explores the concept of bodhisattva precepts, focusing on the idea that reality itself is synonymous with the Great Vehicle (Mahayana) in Zen Buddhism. It delves into historical teachings, particularly Asanga's... *Precepts, Consciousness, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 10 2012
Desire's Path to Compassionate Presence Serial: RA-03923 The talk explores the complex notions of desire and attachment within Buddhist philosophy, examining how wholesome desires facilitate enlightenment and contrasting them with unwholesome desires linked to attachment. It discusses... *Love, Attachment, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 2012
Aspiring Through Compassionate Zen Practice Serial: RA-03924 The talk centers on the theme of aspiration and the practice of Zen as it pertains to becoming a bodhisattva — a being aspiring for Buddhahood to liberate others. It discusses the critical role of compassion and ethics in Zen... *Concentration, Precepts, Perfect Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 2012
Householder Bodhisattvas, What is Your Aspiration for this New Year? Serial: RA-03922 The talk centers on the balance between lofty aspirations and practical commitments within the context of Zen Buddhist practice, emphasizing the importance of setting achievable training goals while maintaining high aspirations... *Practice, Time, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 2012 Afternoon
Aspiration and Awakening in Zen Serial: RA-03921 The talk examines the concept of aspiration in Zen practice, particularly focusing on the metaphor of 'cleaning house' as a means to prepare oneself for enlightenment, aligning personal well-being with spiritual practice. The... *Concentration, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Bodhisattva Way*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 2012 Morning
Awakening Through Bodhisattva Ethics Serial: RA-04023 The talk explores the concept of bodhisattvas as beings committed to the welfare of all living beings, using this framework to discuss the ethical training necessary to support this aspiration. Emphasis is placed on three pure... *Practice, Wisdom, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2012
Transforming Habits into Compassion Serial: RA-04024 The talk explores the application of enlightenment practices to liberate delusion from its perceived separation from enlightenment. It discusses the balanced approach bodhisattvas must maintain to avoid excessive or insufficient... *Practice, Precepts, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2012
Generosity Transforms Ethics and Patience Serial: RA-04025 The talk focuses on ethical Zen training, particularly emphasizing the practices of giving, ethics, and patience. Initially, the discussion highlights the precept of restraint to overcome natural tendencies of self-concern and... *Precepts, Bodhisattva Precepts, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2012
Zen Journey: Enthusiasm Fuels Aspiration Serial: RA-04026 The talk focuses on the fourth main category of Zen practices within the six-fold precept system, particularly discussing how enthusiasm, or heroic effort, interplays with aspiration. Emphasis is placed on understanding the... *Concentration, Evil, Delusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2012
Embracing Ungraspable Wisdom Together Serial: RA-04027 The talk centers on the exploration of wisdom and practice within Zen philosophy, placing emphasis on the ungraspable nature of wisdom and other practices. It discusses the acceptance of limitations, the role of wisdom as... *Practice, Wisdom, Generosity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2012
Compassion First: Path to Wisdom Serial: RA-04028 The talk focuses on the integration of compassion and wisdom in ethical training for realizing authentic awakening and benefiting the world. Emphasis is placed on employing compassion practices as a foundation for wisdom... *Pain, Wisdom, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2012
Releasing Clinging: Pathway to Compassion Serial: RA-03920 The talk discusses the Buddhist concept of anatman (no-self) and its implications for understanding clinging and separateness. It explores how grasping external realities leads to suffering, suggesting that compassion and release... *Delusion, Separation, Generosity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 18 2011
Cloud Bait and Moon Hooks Serial: RA-03918 The talk explores the concept of transmission beyond verbal teachings in Zen philosophy, emphasizing that true understanding arises from engaging with the source of words rather than the words themselves. The dialogue references... *Transmission, Manjushri, Stillness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2011 Morning
Transcending Form Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-03919 The talk explores the concept of "formlessness of the form" within Zen practice, emphasizing disciplined engagement with forms to transcend their perceived limitations. This process involves attentive and compassionate... *Concentration, Delusion, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 17 2011 Afternoon
Creative Chaos: A Bodhisattva's Path Serial: RA-03917 The talk explores the themes of creativity and freedom from a bodhisattva's perspective, emphasizing that compassion is practiced amidst turbulent and challenging circumstances. This discussion uses several metaphorical stories,... *Lotus Sutra, Dharma Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 15 2011
Oneness through Zen Playfulness Serial: RA-03916 The talk explores the themes of interconnectedness and the misconception of separateness in the practice of Zen Buddhism. It emphasizes the teachings of Linji, particularly the notion that the Buddha, as a concept external to... *Suzuki Roshi, difficulty, Sesshin*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 11 2011
Awaken Through Experiential Zen Journeys Serial: RA-03915 The talk explores Zen teachings through historical anecdotes, particularly the interactions between Zen masters Hui Neng, Nanyue, Matsu, Yaoshan, and their disciples. It emphasizes the misconception of seeking external validation... *Letting Go, Ceremony, Funeral*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 10 2011
Beyond Words: Zen's Silent Path Serial: RA-03914 The talk delves into Zen teachings emphasizing the transcendence of verbal instruction to grasp the ultimate source. The narrative of Lu Pu serves as a vehicle to explore the paradoxical path of comprehension and enlightenment,... *Intention, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 09 2011
Zen's Journey: Effortless Enlightenment Path Serial: RA-03912 The talk explores the concept of "non-thinking" and "just sitting" within Zen practice, referencing the teachings of Master Yaoshan and contrasting the Zen practice of sitting and the conceptual challenges surrounding the non-... *Intention, Hindrances, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 2011
Playful Compassion, Boundless Creativity Serial: RA-03913 The talk explores the concepts of creativity and freedom through the lens of the Bodhisattva's practices, focusing on the interconnectedness of compassionate, playful engagement with one's experiences as means to alleviate... *Fox, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 08 2011
Wisdom and Compassion in Zen Harmony Serial: RA-03911 The talk focuses on the interplay between wisdom and compassion in the Zen tradition, emphasizing that true understanding of the Buddha Way encompasses both. It explores various Zen teachings and anecdotes illustrating how wisdom... *Compassion, Buddha, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 07 2011
Letting Go: Freedom from Suffering Serial: RA-03910 The talk explores the distinction between suffering and grasping, drawing on Zen teachings, primarily by examining interpretations of the Buddha's first Noble Truth. It emphasizes that suffering arises from grasping onto... *Koan, Study, Yakusan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 06 2011
Pathways to Compassionate Liberation Serial: RA-03909 The talk focuses on the central concern of the Buddhadharma, which is the suffering and liberation of all beings, emphasizing the bodhisattva practices as a path to addressing this suffering. The speaker outlines how compassion... *Concentration, Wisdom, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 05 2011
Creative Compassion Beyond Duality Serial: RA-03908 The talk centers on the relationship between the creative mind and the path of the Bodhisattva in terms of compassion, wisdom, and liberation. It explores how a Bodhisattva's practice of playing with and loving the objects of... *Pain, Compassion, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 01 2011
The Bodhisattva's Creativity and Freedom Serial: RA-03900 The talk centers on the meditative practice of embodying the aspiration and qualities of the bodhisattva, emphasizing creativity, freedom, and the interdependence of relaxation, trust, and playfulness as integral to true... *Practice, Concentration, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 2011
Compassionate Observation in Zen Practice Serial: RA-03899 The talk delves into the practice of "sitting upright" in self-fulfilling samadhi within the Soto Zen tradition, specifically referencing the teachings of Dogen Zenji. It explores the concept of "eyes of compassion," particularly... *Bodhisattva, Meditation, Observe*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 14 2011
Embracing Grief: Pathway to Renewal Serial: RA-03898 The talk examines the relationship between acknowledging loss and the grieving process, emphasizing that true engagement with one's grief allows for the release of sadness and facilitates a new connection to life's circumstances... *Letting Go, Happiness, Love*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 13 2011
The Bodhisattva's Perfection of Being Ordinary Serial: RA-03897 The talk explores the theme of "conscious construction only" in Zen practice, emphasizing the significance of accepting one's ordinariness to achieve spiritual liberation. It is argued that engaging fully with human existence... *Practice, Bodhisattva, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 2011 Afternoon
Embracing Delusion to Attain Enlightenment Serial: RA-03896 The talk addresses the study of delusion within the framework of the Great Vehicle (Mahāyāna), emphasizing the necessity of understanding delusion and the conceptual nature of phenomena to attain freedom from suffering while... *Delusion, Liberation, Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 12 2011 Morning
Creative Freedom Through Compassionate Living Serial: RA-03895 The talk discusses the integration of the creative mind in the practice of living a meaningful and compassionate life, drawing a direct link between creativity, compassion, and freedom. It suggests that creativity requires a... *Balance, Addiction, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 10 2011
Creative Liberation Through Love and Play Serial: RA-03894 The talk explores the concept of the Bodhisattva's creativity and freedom, emphasizing the interconnectedness of minds and objects and the role of a creative mind in understanding and alleviating suffering. It suggests that a... *Love, Suffering, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 2011
Compassion: Pathway to Creative Freedom Serial: RA-03901 The discussion centers on teachings about practicing compassionate care towards both sentient and insentient beings, including emotions and abstract concepts. This care leads to processes of concentration, relaxation, and... *Pain, Freedom, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 2011
Transforming Fear into Compassionate Connections Serial: RA-03902 The talk focuses on the practice of compassionate care amidst anxiety and grief, emphasizing the transformation of addictive behaviors into compassionate actions. It explores the mind's tendency to create a false sense of... *Addiction, Concentration, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 2011
Embrace Emotions: The Art of Engagement Serial: RA-03903 The talk explores the concept of compassionate engagement with emotions such as grief, sadness, anxiety, and even pleasure, encouraging a courageously open approach to these experiences. This compassionate engagement is shown as... *Concentration, Pain, Attachment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 2011
Creative Alchemy: From Sorrow to Insight Serial: RA-03904 The talk explores the relationship between creativity and emotions like sorrow and grief, proposing that these feelings, when accepted and engaged with through repentance and ethical practice, can enhance creativity. The... *Separation, Repentance, Healing*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 2011
Embracing Letting Go for Growth Serial: RA-03905 The talk centers on the importance of letting go of attachment to afflictions, grief, anxiety, and even creativity, advocating a compassionate and kind approach to these emotions as a path towards personal transformation and... *Love, Letting Go, Addiction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 2011
Embracing the Transformative Creative Void Serial: RA-03906 This talk explores the concept of a vast, insubstantial space as the realm of creativity and transformation. It emphasizes the necessity of practicing compassion and love towards obstructions like anxiety and addiction, viewing... *Pain, Compassion, Liberation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 2011

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