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Sesshin Day 3 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00719 The talk primarily examines Vasubandhu's "The Thirty Verses" and the concepts of 'mere concept' (vijñaptimatra) and 'accomplished state' (vijñaptimatrata) to elucidate the insubstantial nature of thoughts and how they arise... Vasubandhu, Practice Period, Enemies, confusion, Sixth Patriarch, War	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 22 1994 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 2 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00720 The talk explores the practice of Zazen through the lens of non-interference, emphasizing the significance of being fully present and absorbed in experience without attachment or aversion. Using both Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses"... *Zazen, Letting Go, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 21 1994 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 1 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00721 The talk examines the teachings of Vasubandhu, particularly focusing on the concepts presented in the "Thirty Verses," emphasizing the dependent nature of the self and the transformative essence of thought as concept. It... Vasubandhu, Emotions	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 20 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 10 Serial: RA-00722 The talk delves into Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses" and focuses on understanding non-discriminating wisdom and the relationship between the dependent (paratantra) and the imagined (parikalpita). The discussion highlights how... *Impermanence, Vasubandhu, Emotions, Mahayana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 19 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 9 Serial: RA-00593 The talk revolves around Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses," particularly focusing on verses 20 and 21, exploring the theme of the fabricated nature of perceptions and thoughts and how attributing substance to them leads to obsession... *Impermanence, Happiness, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 17 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 8 Serial: RA-00592 The talk delves into Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses," focusing on the nature of consciousness and the concept of the skandhas. The discussion highlights the two attainments, asamnika-samapati and niroda-samapati, and explores the... *Discrimination, Skandhas, Separation, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 14 1994 Tassajara
Returning to the Original Mind Serial: RA-00582 The talk explores the notion of “ultimate concern” from a Zen perspective, questioning what fundamentally and originally concerns each individual. It emphasizes returning to the "original mind," a state before distinctions and... *Letting Go, Separation, Commitment, Balance, Impermanence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 13 1994
Sesshin Day 5 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00590 The talk examines the core practice of Zen, focusing on the enduring principle of "just sitting" as a path to enlightenment, transcending methods and techniques. Despite various instructional approaches given to beginners, the... Vasubandhu, Beginners, Lay, Buddha Ancestors, Doubt	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 03 1994 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 4 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00589 The talk examines the non-substantiality of elements in Zen practice, invoking the teachings of uprightness as a means to enter such understanding. Drawing on Vasubandhu's teachings, the discussion also explores concepts like a "... Vasubandhu, Causation, Dharma Transmission, Discrimination, Bodhidharma	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 02 1994 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 3 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00591 The talk explores the teachings of Vasubandhu on the fundamental nature of mind, emphasizing its emptiness, and the concept of dependent co-arising. It also discusses Bodhidharma's teaching of "wall gazing" as a method to... Vasubandhu, Buddha Ancestors, War, Bodhidharma, Nirvana	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Nov 01 1994 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 2 Dharma Talk Serial: RA-00573 The talk delves deeply into the Zen practice of zazen, emphasizing that it is not about achieving a concentrated mind through meditation but is about experiencing the "dharma gate of repose and bliss." It contrasts Zen practice... Vasubandhu, Zazen, Breath, Vasubandhu, Doubt, confusion	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 31 1994 Tassajara
Upright Sitting: Beyond Mind and Body Serial: RA-00563 The talk focuses on the importance of "upright sitting" in Zen practice, as derived from Heihei Dogen Zenji's teachings, emphasizing the devotion to a complete, non-karmic vow to this practice alongside the awareness of mind and... *Enemies, Bodhidharma, Vow, Suzuki Roshi, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 30 1994
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 7 Serial: RA-00564 The talk explores Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses," focusing on the transformation of consciousness and the interplay between self-view and dependent co-arising. It examines the processes of alaya and manas, emphasizing that their... *Ego, Samsara, Lay, Lineage, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 29 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 6 Serial: RA-00565 The talk presents a detailed analysis of Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses" while contrasting it with earlier Madhyamaka teachings by Nagarjuna. The discussion explores how Yogacara, perceived as a less ultimate teaching, offers a... *Samadhi, Karma, Current Events, Breath, Lay*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 27 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 5 Serial: RA-00566 The talk analyzes the development and intricacies of consciousness as described in Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses," focusing on the concept of dependent co-arising among sensory and mental faculties. It details the emergence of... *Anger, Samsara, Attachment, Buddha Mind, Daily Life, confusion, Causation, Interdependence,...*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 24 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses Serial: RA-00568 Dharma Talk The talk explores Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses" and the concept of self-fulfilling awareness within the context of Buddhist teachings. It emphasizes the practice of sitting upright as a gateway to entering the realm of self-... *Demons, Karma, Bell, Causation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 21 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses - Class 4 Serial: RA-00567 The talk examines the intricate dynamics between materiality, consciousness, and perception in the context of Buddhist philosophy, particularly referencing Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses." It emphasizes the relationship between... *Anger, Emotions, Discrimination, Karmic Consciousness, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 21 1994 Tassajara
Lotus Cycle of Compassion Enlightenment Serial: RA-02822 The talk explores the Zen concept of ultimate concerns, categorizing responses into two primary groups: those rooted in "unconditional love" and "total compassion," interpreted as extensions of enlightenment, and those... *Love, Enlightenment, Hate*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 19 1994
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses Serial: RA-00058B The talk focuses on explicating Vasubandhu's "Thirty Verses," emphasizing the concept of alaya (storehouse consciousness) and its relation to the sense of self and other. The alaya is described as a result of dependently co-... *Separation, Thoroughness, Buddha's Birthday, Book of Serenity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 19 1994 Class 3 Tassajara
Vasubandhu Class Serial: RA-02821 The talk delves into the fundamental concerns of life and the importance of practicing mindfulness through "just sitting," exploring teachings on the nature of the mind and perception of the self. Discussion includes balancing... *Study, Work, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 14 1994 Class 1 Tassajara
Discovering Self Through Zen Study Serial: RA-00059 Autumn PP Class #2 The talk addresses the practice of studying the self in Zen, emphasizing Dogen's view that to follow the Buddha way is to study oneself. This involves understanding how the self is created through the perception of externalities... *Study, Practice, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 14 1994 2 Tassajara
Embarking on Enlightenment's Continuous Path Serial: RA-02820 The talk examines the concept of "ultimate concern" as a personal expression of faith, relating it to Zen practice and enlightenment. This exploration includes an analysis of the practice of Zazen as a singular focus, while... *Enlightenment, Faith, Tassajara*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 11 1994 Tassajara
Enlightenment Through Compassionate Uprightness Serial: RA-00060 The talk discusses the subjects of ultimate concerns and spiritual practice, emphasizing two primary expressions: compassion and wisdom. It explores these as aspects of enlightenment, likening them to the two eyes of the Buddha,... *Suzuki Roshi, Anger, confusion, Don't Know Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 11 1994 Tassajara
Inherent Liberation Through Pure Mindfulness Serial: RA-00569 The talk explores the fundamental concern of Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of "just sitting" or pure mindfulness to engage with life's most basic issues. It cautions against intellectual inquiry that might distract... *Letting Go, Happiness, Book of Serenity, Practice Period, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 09 1994 Tassajara
Vasubandhu's Thirty Verses Serial: RA-00570 The talk explores the concept of "ultimate concern," linking it to faith and enlightenment within the Zen tradition. It challenges the conventional understanding of faith as belief in something other and posits enlightenment as... Continuous Practice, Practice Period, Separation, Book of Serenity, Heart Sutra...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 05 1994 Tassajara
Compassion Unlocks Enlightenment's Path Serial: RA-01244 The talk addresses the aspiration for enlightenment within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of great compassion as the initiator of enlightenment. It discusses the necessity of orienting towards enlightenment, rather than... *Enlightenment, Faith, Letting Go*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 25 1994
Irony Unfolds Wisdom in Zen Serial: RA-01931 The central theme of the talk focuses on the role of irony and investigation in Zen practice, particularly through the examination of Case 40, where the interplay of irony delivers meanings beyond literal interpretations. The... *Wisdom, Time, Instruction*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 15 1994
Embracing Samsara for Nirvana Insight Serial: RA-01222 The talk examines the dualistic nature of conventional reality and ultimate truth, emphasizing the interplay between samsara (cyclic existence) and nirvana (liberated state). It underscores the necessity of engaging with... *Samsara, Suffering, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 14 1994
Eternal Truth Through Present Awareness Serial: RA-01223 The talk explores the relationship between relative truth and ultimate truth in Zen practice, emphasizing how the eon of emptiness symbolizes a realm where nothing exists independently. This discussion details how reliance on the... *Suffering, Practice, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 13 1994
Warm Heart, Boundless Zen Serial: RA-01216 The talk centers on the importance of cultivating a warm heart as a foundation for Zen practice, emphasizing giving as the primary bodhisattva practice. By fostering a receptive and compassionate heart, practitioners are better... *Doubt, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 12 1994
Healing Through Interdependent Awareness Serial: RA-01220 The talk explores the meditation practice of Anjizai and its relationship to the Buddhist concept of dependent co-arising. By examining the belief in the separation between self and other, the discussion highlights how... *Doubt, Meditation, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 11 1994
Unveiling the Illusion of Self Serial: RA-01225 The talk explores the concept of the self's illusory nature and the path to infinite compassion through the deep meditative practice of Prajnaparamita. It discusses how understanding and dismantling the limited view of self can... *Meditation, Pain, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 10 1994
Self-Discovery Through Zen Meditation Serial: RA-01982 The talk emphasizes the practice of Zen meditation on examining the causes and conditions of suffering as a means for personal and universal liberation. It delves into understanding spiritual practice as a self-examination rather... *Time, Practice, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 09 1994
Transforming Suffering Through Presence Serial: RA-01243 The talk primarily explores the nature of suffering and the path to liberation, drawing on the story of Shakyamuni Buddha's enlightenment. It emphasizes the importance of patience and skillful engagement with pain, touching on... *Pain, Study, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 07 1994
Sustaining Zen: Personal Commitment Unleashed Serial: RA-01594 The talk primarily addresses the continuance of Zen meditation practice after formal classes have ended, emphasizing self-commitment to regular practice and the importance of deciding personal meditation schedules based on... *Buddhism, Delusion, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 26 1994
Breath and Bowl: Zen in Daily Life Serial: RA-01932 The talk examines the meditative potential of koans, specifically discussing Case 39, with a focus on memorizing and using the koan as a resource to deepen breathing practice. The approach integrates the Zen principle of "eating... *Time, Emptiness, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 25 1994
Awakening Wisdom Through Zen Presence Serial: RA-01242 The talk focuses on the symbolic importance of figures in Zen practice, specifically Manjushri Bodhisattva and Jizo Bosatsu, in cultivating wisdom and compassion. It emphasizes the practice of engaging with suffering through the... *Study, Greed, Manjushri*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 24 1994
Dreams, Reality, and Zen Clarity Serial: RA-01625 The talk explores the concept of dreams versus reality within the context of Zen philosophy, delving into perceptions, judgments, and sense of separation from the external world. It discusses the nature of delusion and... *Delusion, Evil, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 19 1994
Zazen and Precepts in Practice Serial: RA-01241 The talk primarily focuses on the practice of receiving and maintaining the Bodhisattva precepts in Zen Buddhism, emphasizing their relationship with zazen (sitting meditation). It articulates how the precepts and zazen are... *Precepts, Zazen, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 16 1994
Reversing Thought, Embracing Interdependence Serial: RA-01929 The talk explores the deepening study and practice of Koan Case 32, "Mind and Environment," particularly the instruction to reverse thinking by considering the thinker itself. The discussion emphasizes the thorough engagement... *Instruction, Faith, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 11 1994
Everyday Enlightenment in Zen Living Serial: RA-01930 The talk primarily explores the Zen concept of the "true person of no rank," emphasizing the importance of approaching Zen texts and experiences without preconceived expectations or hierarchical thinking. It highlights the... *Time, Posture, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 04 1994
Zenful Yoga: Posture and Liberation Serial: RA-01635 This discussion explores integrating a spiritual dimension into yoga practice, highlighting the alignment between Zen and yoga to enhance the experience from wholesome to liberating. The focus is on grounding an enlightened... *Posture, Meditation, Yoga*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 28 1994
Thresholds of the True Person Serial: RA-01945 The talk explores the concept of the "true person" as being continuously present at the threshold where internal and external worlds meet, using the metaphor of the face as a portal. This notion is expanded through discussion on... *Time, Practice, Separation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 27 1994
Zen Paths to Consciousness Transformation Serial: RA-01255 The main thesis of this talk is the exploration of the transformation of consciousness through the lenses of Zen philosophy and Buddhist teachings, focusing on how consciousness perceptions shape the conceptual world, referenced... *Consciousness, Time, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 09 1994
Beyond Ego: Embodying True Awareness Serial: RA-01921 The talk explores the Zen concept of "the true person of no rank," referencing a koan from Linji where he describes this elusive figure, symbolically existing beyond conventional hierarchies. There is a deep dive into the nature... *Consciousness, Karmic Consciousness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 07 1994
Flowing with Life's Impermanence Serial: RA-01251 The talk centers on meditation and the concept of impermanence, exploring the unconscious human desire to experience the spontaneous flow of life in the present moment. It discusses resistance to impermanence and introduces... *Impermanence, Pain, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 05 1994
Zen's Canvas: Paint and Presence Serial: RA-01211 The talk explores the metaphor of painting a bird as a representation of the Zen meditative process, emphasizing the creation of a mental space free of constraints, allowing natural expression and transformation. This is a... *Suzuki Roshi, Blue Cliff Record, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 03 1994
Awakening Authenticity Through Zen Stories Serial: RA-01212 The talk explores themes of change, authenticity, and the interaction between self and others in the context of Zen practice. By examining traditional Zen stories and parables, the discussion highlights the necessity of self-... *Posture, Priest, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 02 1994
Graceful Presence Amidst Life's Paradoxes Serial: RA-01213 The talk explores the profound practice of surrendering to the present moment, drawing parallels with the Zen metaphor of living with purity like a lotus in muddy water. This involves courageously facing pain and change without... *Mindfulness, Breath, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 01 1994
Embracing Impermanence: The Lotus Path Serial: RA-01214 The talk explores the metaphor of the lotus in muddy water to convey the practice of holding purity and alignment with Buddha amidst life's challenges. Discussing the duality of the permanent and impermanent self, it emphasizes... *confusion, Pain, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 31 1994

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