The No Abode Audio Archive

You are currently logged-out. You can log-in or create an account to save favorites and more. more info

Filter by Keywords

Showing 3867 talks

Title	Speaker	Date
Tranquility Meets Insight: A Meditative Journey Serial: RA-00257 The talk elaborates on Chapter 8 of a Buddhist text, focusing on the practice of Samatha (tranquility) and Vipassana (insight) meditation. The discussion centers on how the four objects of meditation are observed differently by...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2005
Tranquility and Insight Unveiled Serial: RA-00303 The talk examines the application of Samatha (tranquility) and Vipassana (insight) meditation as discussed in Chapter 8 of a Buddhist text. The speaker explains that Samatha focuses on non-conceptual objects while Vipassana...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2005
Observing Mind: Tranquility and Insight Serial: RA-03223 The talk explores the intricacies of Samatha (tranquility) and Vipassana (insight) meditation practices as described in Chapter 8, highlighting the Buddha's dialogues with Maitreya regarding the nature of objects observed in... *Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 22 2005
Tranquility and Insight on the Path Serial: RA-00278 The talk centers on the practice of tranquility (Samatha) and insight (Vipassana) within the Bodhisattva path, as presented in a translation of a Tibetan text, "Questions of Maitreya," and its Chinese counterparts "Analysis of... *Continuous Practice, Non-thinking*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2005
Sandhinirmochana Sutra, chapter 8 Serial: RA-00295 All entries with this date are the same talk The talk explores chapter eight of the Sandhinirmochana Sutra, emphasizing the practice of Samatha (Tranquility) and Vipassana (Insight) in the Mahayana tradition through a Tibetan translation, as well as two Chinese versions.... *Continuous Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Sandhinirmochana Sutra, chapter 8 Serial: RA-00293 All entries with this date are the same talk The talk analyzes the Sandhinirmochana Sutra, Chapter 8, particularly focusing on the distinctions between Samatha (Tranquility) and Vipassana (Insight) in Bodhisattva practice. It discusses how Bodhisattvas cultivate these... *Continuous Practice, Non-thinking*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Sandhinirmochana Sutra, chapter 8 Serial: RA-00258 All entries with this date are the same talk The talk centers on Chapter 8 of the Sandhinirmochana Sutra with a focus on the Bodhisattva Meitreya’s inquiry about the cultivation of Samatha (Tranquility) and Vipassana (Insight) for Bodhisattvas. The discussion compares... *Continuous Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Sandhinirmochana Sutra, chapter 8 Serial: RA-00016 Sandhinirmochana Sutra, chapter 81/21/05 Sesshin #2 The talk explores chapter 8 of the "Sandhinirmochana Sutra" focusing on the practice and understanding of Samatha (Tranquility) and Vipassana (Insight) within the context of Mahayana Buddhism. Emphasis is placed on the role of... *Continuous Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Turning Inward: The Path Within Serial: RA-03222 The talk discusses the practice of shamatha and vipassana, as illustrated by the questions of Maitreya regarding the cultivation of tranquility and insight. The translations from Tibetan and Chinese texts are analyzed,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 21 2005
Embodying Kindness Every Moment Serial: RA-00294 The talk explores the concept of living kindness through regular, mindful acts, emphasizing the importance of producing the Buddha way from the ground up rather than preserving it like stored food. It proposes the Sesshin, a time... *Patience, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 20 2005
Cultivating Kindness Moment by Moment Serial: RA-00299 Photo 1 of 3 and 2 of 3 have been applied to the wrong recording??? The talk centers on cultivating kindness in Zen practice, emphasizing that true engagement with the teachings of the Buddha involves actively generating kindness from each moment, rather than treating it as a commodity stored for... *Patience, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 20 2005
Cultivating Kindness Through Daily Practice Serial: RA-00262 This talk explores the essence of practicing the Buddha way, focusing on producing Buddhism from the ground up, rather than viewing it as a pre-established set of teachings. It emphasizes the cultivation of kindness through daily... *Patience, Daily Life, Sangha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 20 2005
Embodied Kindness in Zen Practice Serial: RA-00309 The talk emphasizes the cultivation of kindness as an active, moment-to-moment practice within Zen, especially during a five-day Sesshin. It explores how kindness can manifest through bodily actions and interactions, particularly... *Sesshin, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 20 2005
Cultivating Kindness in Every Moment Serial: RA-00513 The talk emphasizes the practice of kindness in every aspect of daily life, particularly during a Sesshin, where the focus is on generating warmth and compassion from scratch rather than relying on previously cultivated... *Patience, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 20 2005
Removing Signs Class 7 Part 1 Serial: RA-00280 Tenshin Roshi 1-18-05 - Removing Signs Class 7 Part 1- Serial # 00280 Green Gulch Farm Jan. P. P. Removing Signs General and specifir characteristics Svalaksama Samanyalaksama Signs of feeling Removing signs Azaya as resultant -... The talk focuses on complex aspects of Yogacara philosophy, particularly the concepts of removing signs, the nature of imputation, and the characteristics of alaya consciousness. It explores the process by which consciousness... Practice Period, Soto Zen, Politics, Diversity, Separation, Lay Practice, Practice Period,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2005 Class 7 Part 1 Green Gulch Farm
Removing Signs Class 7 Part 2 Q&A Serial: RA-00279 1-18-05 Class 7 part 2 Q&A GGF Tenshin Rishi Anderson Jan. P.P. Q&A It is possible to know and percieve a mental object without a name connected to a sign (but there must be a sign) "Unconstructedness in stillness... The talk explores the interrelation between the Alaya and Manas consciousnesses in the context of Yogacara Buddhism. It examines the nature of perception, emphasizing how constructed signs and designations obscure the true... Birth-and-Death, Duality, Buddha Nature, Lotus Sutra, Interdependence, Doubt, Buddha Nature,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2005 Class 7 Part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Removing Signs Class 7 Part 2 Q&A Serial: RA-00261 The discussion primarily analyzes the concept of "alaya" and its role as the foundation for cognition in Yogachara Buddhist philosophy. Alaya is presented as the karmically neutral storehouse consciousness, acting as a basis for... *Buddha Nature, Doubt, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2005 Class 7 Part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Removing Signs Class 7 Part 2 Q&A Serial: RA-00383 This talk delves into the concepts of "alaya" and "manas," discussing their roles in obscuring the thoroughly established character and how they are tied to the projection of an independent existence. It emphasizes the... *Buddha Nature, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2005 Class 7 Part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Removing Signs Class 7 Part 1 Serial: RA-00376 The talk explores the nature of perception and imagination within the framework of Yogācāra Buddhist philosophy, emphasizing the concepts of "signs" and "imputation." It discusses the challenge of understanding perception through... *Diversity, Practice Period, Separation, Soto Zen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 18 2005 Class 7 Part 1 Green Gulch Farm
Unveiling Mind Through Yogcra Insights Serial: RA-00394 The talk delves into the exploration of various concepts central to Yogācāra, particularly focusing on mind, thought, and consciousness as discussed in chapters 5, 6, and 7 of a specific sutra. It examines the three natures of... *Dependent Origination, Japan, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2005
Mind's Mirage and Reality Serial: RA-00308 The discussion focuses on the concepts of Mind, Thought and Consciousness within the context of Yogācāra Buddhism, particularly as outlined in pivotal teachings regarding the "three natures" or "three characters" of phenomena:... *Dependent Origination, Emotions, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2005
Consciousness Unveiled Through Yogachara Lens Serial: RA-00275 The talk examines the intricate relationships between consciousness, mind, and dependent origination, primarily through the lens of Buddhist philosophy, particularly digging into concepts from the Yogachara school of thought. The... *Dependent Origination, Emotions, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2005
Unraveling Self in Zen Consciousness Serial: RA-00382 The talk explores the concept of dependent co-arising in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the role of consciousness, particularly focusing on Alaya, Manas, and their interaction with sensory perception. The discussion delves into how... *Lay Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 17 2005
Homage to Rev Dr Martin Luther King Serial: RA-00040 The talk examines the influence of Martin Luther King Jr.'s early theological education and its relevance to Zen philosophy, particularly focusing on the transformative role of Reinhold Niebuhr's theological critique....	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Homage to Rev Dr Martin Luther King Serial: RA-00260 The talk focuses on Martin Luther King Jr.'s philosophical and ethical development, relating it to Zen Buddhist practice. It explores the transformation of King's ideas, particularly his exposure to Reinhold Niebuhr,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Homage to Rev Dr Martin Luther King Serial: RA-00304 The talk focuses on the transformative influences on Martin Luther King Jr., with a significant emphasis on his time at Crozer Theological Seminary where he was exposed to unorthodox ideas and prominent philosophies that shaped...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Love Beyond Boundaries and Beliefs Serial: RA-03221 The talk addresses the concept of non-violence, examining its central role in the teachings of figures like Shakyamuni Buddha, Martin Luther King Jr., and John F. Kennedy, emphasizing the importance of loving-kindness and... *Duality, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 16 2005
Tranquility, Mindfulness and Conciousness Serial: RA-00403 1-14-05 Tenshin Roshi Class 5 M Tranquility, Mindfulness and Conciousness How to practice tranquility "In the seen there will be just the seen" As early version of Yogacara? Satipatt?- Base or approach to mindfulness... The talk explores the practice of tranquility, the integration of discursive thought within meditation, and the structure of consciousness as delineated by Yogacara philosophy, particularly focusing on the roles of Alaya (... Don't Know Mind, Continuous Practice, War, Separation, Continuous Practice, Don't...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2005 Class 5 Green Gulch Farm
Tranquility, Mindfulness and Conciousness Serial: RA-00402 The talk explores the nature of consciousness, particularly focusing on the concepts of recognition and perception without linguistic labeling and understanding the continuous interaction between various elements of consciousness... *Ceremony*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2005 Class 5 Part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Tranquility, Mindfulness and Conciousness Serial: RA-00274 The talk emphasizes the nature of discursive thought in Zen practice, specifically its role in wisdom meditation. The discourse highlights the necessity for tranquil states of mind for successful meditation and explores the... *Continuous Practice, Don't Know Mind, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 2005 Class 5 Green Gulch Farm
Unified Path: Integrating Meditation Practices Serial: RA-00306 The talk focuses on the Four Objects of Meditation outlined in the Analysis of Yoga chapter, discussing their relation to tranquility (shamatha) and insight (vipassana) practices. It elaborates on the integration of these... *Samadhi, Three Treasures, Transmission*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 13 2005
Deeper Into Conciousness Serial: RA-00401 1/12/05 Tenshin Roshi Class 4 Deeper into Conciousness Samjna: Grasping Sign of an object Review of evolution of concept of Alaya We live in a world of infinite possibilities Where nothing is actually happening 12 fold chain as... The talk explores the intricacies of consciousness and the sense of self from a Buddhist perspective, focusing on key concepts such as Samjna (the grasping of signs), the evolution of Alaya consciousness, and the three-fold... Karmic Consequences, Lay Practice, Subject-and-Object, Nirvana, Causation, Karma, Lay Practice...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2005 Class 4 Part 1 Green Gulch Farm
Deeper Into Conciousness Serial: RA-00276 The talk explores the evolution of consciousness with a focus on the third skanda, "samya," and debates its translation as "idea" concerning the Abhidharmakosha. It dwells on the discussion of alaya, manas, and vijnana,... *Karmic Consequences, Karma, Lay Practice, Causation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2005 Class 4 Part 1 Green Gulch Farm
Deeper Into Conciousness Serial: RA-00252 The talk delves into the interplay between immediate and derived experience, emphasizing the simultaneity of cognition and re-cognition that gives rise to self-views and predispositions. Focus is placed on the purification... *Nirvana, Perfect Wisdom, Karma, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2005 Class 4 Part 2 Unknown
Deeper Into Conciousness Serial: RA-00406 Q&A Linear sequence of events explained Humor How does a Buddha live in a conventional world? How to respond without predispositions Tenshin Roshi Jan P.P. Calss 4, Part 2 The talk explores the nature of consciousness and the concept of predispositions, focusing on how the mind simultaneously experiences and reflects, forming conceptualizations that lead to a sense of self. The interaction of... Nirvana, Don't Know Mind, Perfect Wisdom, Karma, Nirvana, Perfect Wisdom...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 12 2005 Class 4 Part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Exploring Conciousness Serial: RA-00265a The talk delves into the intricate concepts of consciousness and emptiness in the context of Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the teachings of the three turnings of the wheel of Dharma. It examines the thesis-antithesis-synthesis... *Separation, Perfect Wisdom, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2005 Class 3 Part 1 Green Gulch Farm
Exploring Conciousness Serial: RA-00425 1-11-05 Tenshin Roshi Class 3 Part 1 "Exploring Conciousness" # turnings of Dharma Wheel- Thesis, Antithesis, Synthesis Svalaksana (Characteristics) vs. Nimitta (Signs) 4 Pratyayas (Conditions) to explain how manas is... The talk delves into the concept of consciousness using the framework of the three turnings of the Dharma Wheel, exploring thesis, antithesis, and synthesis. It contrasts the concepts of Svalaksana (own characteristics) with... Emotions, Separation, Perfect Wisdom, Heart Sutra, Skandhas, Emotions, Perfect Wisdom,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2005 Class 3 Part 1 Green Gulch Farm
Exploring Conciousness Serial: RA-00404 1/11/05 Tenshin Roshi Class 3 Part 2 Q&A Clarifying Samjna (Conception) Transforming view of self transforms sensory experience How does Boddhisattva function when Alaya is transformed into mirror-like wisdom? The talk explores the concept of consciousness and transformation within Zen philosophy, focusing on the dynamics of samjña (conception), the transformation of the alaya consciousness into mirror-like wisdom, and the practice of... *Family Practice, Patience, Skandhas, Sanctuary*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 11 2005 Class 3 Part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Three Turnings of the Dharma Wheel Serial: RA-00381 Three Turnings of the Dharma WheelTenshin Reb Anderson RoshiGreen Gulch Farm Sunday Talk, January 9, 2005 The talk explores the "Three Turnings of the Dharma Wheel," examining the progression of Buddhist teachings. It outlines the evolution from the initial conceptual analysis offered by the historical Buddha aimed at personal... Japan, Suzuki Roshi, Study Period, Four Noble Truths, Dependent Origination, Lay Practice, ...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 09 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Three Turnings of the Dharma Wheel Serial: RA-00255 Three Turnings of the Dharma WheelTenshin Reb Anderson RoshiGreen Gulch Farm Sunday Talk, January 9, 2005 3 Turnings of the Dharma Wheel -Children's Talk: Oka Sotan Roshi as a young boybuying pickles- "He was a good boy... The talk delves into the "Three Turnings of the Dharma Wheel," exploring distinct phases in Buddhist teachings encapsulated within these turnings. The first turning focuses on the conceptual approach to liberation, prescribing a... Japan, Study Period, Suzuki Roshi, Four Noble Truths, Birth-and-Death, Dependent Origination, Lay...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 09 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Alaya and the Eight Conciousnesses Serial: RA-00359 1/7/05 Tenshin Roshi Class 2 Part 2 Q&A This talk examines the concept of alaya and its interplay with the eight consciousnesses within Yogacara Buddhist philosophy, exploring how alaya functions as the storehouse consciousness and serves as the basis for karmic... Karmic Consequences, Consciousness, Wisdom	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 07 2005 Class 2 part 2 Green Gulch Farm
Alaya and the Eight Conciousnesses Serial: RA-00357 1/7/05 Tenshin Roshi Class 2 Part 1 Alaya and the Eight Conciousnesses Ch.5 of S.N. Sutra + Asanga Citta/Adana/Alaya Manas, Vijmama 2 Aspects of Alaya: Appropriation of Sense powers and predispositions for conventional... The talk elaborates on the concepts of Alaya and the eight consciousnesses in the context of Zen Buddhist philosophy, using Chapter 5 of the Samyama Chandra Sutra as a primary reference. The discussion covers the appropriation of... *Karma, Lay Practice, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 07 2005 Class 2 Part 1
Tranquility Serial: RA-00393 1/7/06 Roshi Jan. Int. Class 1 How is everything going?/How to paint a bird Shamatha and Vipashyanain Sand. Sutra Ch.8 Shmantaza is perfect umon of both Shamatha - 6th conciousness is operating Give up discursive thought even in... The focus of this talk is the exploration of tranquility (Samatha) and insight (Vipassana) meditation as discussed in Chapter 8 of the Samdhinirmochana Sutra, where Maitreya Bodhisattva inquires about the practice of these... Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Composure, Fasting, Practice Period, Birth-and-Death, Heart...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 07 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Self-Receiving and Employing Samadhi Serial: RA-00361 Tenshin Reb Anderson 1/5/05 Self-Receiving and Emplying Samadhi Class 1 Green Dragon Temple The talk focuses on the concept of "Self-Receiving and Employing Samadhi" in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the teachings of Dogen and the evolving understanding of faith and enlightenment. The central theme is the interdependence and... Sanctuary, Separation, Practice Period, Interdependence, Samadhi, Sanctuary, Interdependence,...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 05 2005 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Kindness Through Non-Dual Awareness Serial: RA-03266 This talk explores the pervasive nature of kindness and interconnectedness observed in daily life experiences and emphasizes the practice of non-dual awareness, or Jijuyuzanmai, as a path towards realizing enlightenment. The idea... *Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2005
Universal Harmony Through Soto Zen Serial: RA-03267 The central thesis of the talk addresses the concept that all entities in the universe engage in Buddha activity, an unceasing activity that remains beyond dualistic perception and conceptual grasp. Through confession and... *Ceremony, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2005
Interdependence: Embracing Our Shared Reality Serial: RA-03268 The talk focuses on the concept of interdependence, highlighting the false belief in individual autonomy versus the reality of interconnectedness as proposed in Buddhist teachings. It examines how forms, such as sitting... *Koan, Interdependence, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2005
Buddha Mudra: Unity in Practice Serial: RA-03269 The talk primarily explores the concept of "Buddha Mudra" in Zen practice, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all beings and actions. It further addresses the nature of commitment within spiritual initiation processes,... *Separation, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2005
Embracing Form to Find Freedom Serial: RA-03270 The talk primarily explores the concept of realizing freedom through recognizing the 'cage' of form and self, illustrated through a metaphorical narrative about painting a bird in a cage. Drawing parallels with Zen practice, it... *Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2005
Immediate Realization in Zen Practice Serial: RA-03271 The talk explores the teaching of the six Buddhas preceding Shakyamuni in this world system, emphasizing differences in teaching methods and the longevity of their teachings, and contrasts these with the bodhisattva precepts,... *Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	2005

The No Abode Audio Archive

Pages