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Embracing Tranquil Chaos: A Zen Path Serial: RA-01277 The talk explores the Zen story of two brothers, Yunyan and Daowu, to illustrate the duality of being busy yet at peace, and the inseparability of these states. The discussion invites reflection on how this concept applies to... *Buddha, Sangha, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 18 1992
Sitting Into Life's Truths Serial: RA-02635 The talk explores the concept of "upright sitting," a fundamental Zen practice that centers on confronting the existential realities of birth and death through meditation. It emphasizes the importance of mindfulness and honesty... *Hate, Love, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 1992
Wrap up class - precepts Serial: RA-00543 The talk explores the nature of Zen practice, focusing on the concept of certainty versus knowing, and examining the role of enlightenment in Zen, particularly through stories of lineage and teacher-student dynamics. The... *Lineage, Practice Period, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 06 1992 Tassajara
Class - Tenth Precept: Not Disparaging the Three Treasures Serial: RA-00603 This talk delves into the tenth Zen precept, "Not Disparaging the Three Treasures: Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha." It critiques moralism as an act of responding to rules rather than acting with awareness and light, emphasizing the... *Buddha, Triple Treasure, Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 05 1992 Tassajara
Class - Tenth Precept - Not Disparaging the Triple Treasure Serial: RA-00545 The talk discusses the Tenth Precept from Zen philosophy, focusing on the distinction between moralism and true ethical conduct, emphasizing responsiveness to situations over rigid adherence to rules. It explores teachings from... *Three Treasures, Ego, Religion, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 05 1992 Tassajara
Sesshin day 7 Serial: RA-00602 The talk discusses the nature of passions and the cultivation of understanding, emphasizing the concept that one is not admitted to spiritual enlightenment by simply curbing passions, but by cultivating an understanding of them.... *Precepts, Anger, Passions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1992 2 of 2 Tassajara
Fuyo Dokai and the Ninth Precept Serial: RA-00598 The talk explores the integration of Zen teachings through the legacy of Fuyo Dokai, with particular focus on lineage rituals, the Dharma practice of non-duality, and the interpretation of anger in the context of precepts. It... *Anger, Evil, Ego, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1992 1 of 2 Tassajara
Fuyo Dokai and the Ninth Precept Serial: RA-00546 The talk explores the teachings of Fuyo Dokai, focusing on Zen practices beyond dualistic concepts, using a story to exemplify the mastery of non-dual understanding and Zen's interpretation of precepts, particularly on anger and... *Anger, Evil, Ego, Duality*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1992 1 of 2 Tassajara
Sesshin day 7 Serial: RA-00542 The talk explores the Zen concept of understanding and integrating passions rather than suppressing them, discussing the cultivation of insight as the means to spiritually progress. It emphasizes that passions should be... *Passions, Anger, Oneness, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1992 2 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 6 Serial: RA-00541 This talk discusses the distinction between delusory perception and reality in Zen practice, emphasizing the habitual human error of projecting imagination and independent existence onto experiences. The central focus is a... *confusion, Renunciation, Mahayana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 1992 2 of 2 Tassajara
Tosu Gisei 8th Precept Serial: RA-00533 The talk addresses the intricate balance between tradition and innovation within Zen practice, particularly concerning the lineage of Zen masters described through their mountain names. The discussion explores the tension between... *Ego, Lineage, Soto Zen, Dragons, Rinzai*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 1992 1 of 2 Tassajara
7th Precept Serial: RA-00534 The talk explores the complexity of the seventh Zen precept, which concerns not praising oneself or blaming others, intertwining with the sixth precept, emphasizing the challenges in reconciling self-appreciation with the... *Ego, War, Buddha Nature, Soto Zen, Silence*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 02 1992 2 of 2 Tassajara
43rd Pioneer & 7th Precept Serial: RA-00535 The discussion explores the concept of "formless sight of enlightenment," emphasizing Zen practice's engagement with the non-duality of form and formlessness. It highlights the role of the ego in mediating consciousness and... *Ego, Sixth Patriarch, Practice Period, Perfect Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 02 1992 1 of 2 Tassajara
Dao Pi & 6th Precept Serial: RA-00536 The talk explores the concept of intimacy and the great matter within Zen practice, as illustrated through the story of Liangshan Yiran Guan, the Chinese Zen pioneer often known by the symbolic name "round mirror." Through the... *Ego, Intimacy, Desire, Chanting*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 1992 Tassajara
Dao Pi & 6th Precept Serial: RA-00600 The talk delves into the story of the 42nd Zen ancestor, Ryozan Enkan, emphasizing themes of intimacy and the existential challenge of understanding the "one great matter" in Zen practice. It discusses the paradoxical joy found... Precepts, Ego, Intimacy, Desire, Chanting	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 1992 Tassajara
Tungan Guanzhi & 5th Precept Serial: RA-00628 The talk delves into the exploration of Zen teachings, particularly focusing on the concepts of emptiness, clinging, and the middle way, as articulated through personal experiences and referencing Zen ancestors such as Tungan... *Precepts, Buddha Nature, Attachment, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 31 1992 Tassajara
Tungan Guanzhi & 5th Precept Serial: RA-00601 The talk explores the concepts of emptiness and clinging within Zen practice, emphasizing the importance of acknowledging personal attachments and the difficulties of understanding the middle way. It discusses the paradox of both... *Precepts, Buddha Nature, Attachment, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 31 1992 Tassajara
Tungan Guanzhi & 5th Precept Serial: RA-00537 The talk focuses on themes of Zen practice, particularly around the act of confession, the tension between emptiness and appearance, and the teachings of the middle way. The discussion emphasizes the necessity of acknowledging... *Precepts, Attachment, Buddha Nature, Evil*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 31 1992 Tassajara
No False Speech Serial: RA-00648 The main thesis of the talk focuses on the concept of no false speech, with introspection on how self-deception and attachment to appearances can lead to speaking untruthfully. The speaker examines personal motivations behind... *Ego, Evil, Discrimination, Bell, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 30 1992 Tassajara
No False Speech Serial: RA-00538 The talk examines the fourth precept of no false speech in Zen practice, exploring self-deception and the motivations behind monk behaviors. It delves into the concept of "glamour," self-nature, and discusses the allegorical... *Ego, Evil, Discrimination, Dragons, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 30 1992 Tassajara
39th Pioneer & 4th Precept Serial: RA-00539 Sesshin day 1 39th Ancestor - Yunju Daoying The talk explores the teachings of Yunju Daoying, the 39th patriarch in Zen lineage, focusing on the examination of dialogues from the text "The Transmission of the Light" by Keizan Jokin. Through discussing these interactions,... *Buddha Nature, Dharma Transmission, Transmission, Lineage*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 29 1992 Tassajara
39th Pioneer & 4th Precept Serial: RA-00647 Spring sesshin lecture #1 The lecture introduces the 39th ancestor in the Zen lineage, Yunzhu Daoyin, and focuses on the nuanced teachings and critical dialogues from the "Transmission of the Light" by Keizan Jokin Daisho. The discussion explores the... *Karma, Transmission, Lineage, Offering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 29 1992 Tassajara
3rd Precept: No Sexual Greed Serial: RA-00540 The talk focuses on the discussion of the third of the ten great precepts in Zen Buddhism, exploring the concept of "no sexual greed" and its relation to the broader teachings of the Dharma. The session also weaves Zen stories,... *Buddha Nature, Three Treasures, Lotus Sutra, Sixth Patriarch*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 28 1992 Tassajara
3rd Precept: No Sexual Greed Serial: RA-00613 The talk focuses on the third of the ten great precepts, "No Sexual Greed," within a Zen practice framework. It interweaves the teachings around this precept with stories of key figures in the Zen lineage, highlighting the... *Buddha Nature, Sixth Patriarch, Lotus Sutra, Three Treasures*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 28 1992 Tassajara
2nd Precept: Not to Steal Serial: RA-00524 The talk primarily examines the first two of the Ten Great Precepts, emphasizing the integration of zazen practice with daily living, focusing on "Not to Kill" and "Not to Steal." The speaker reviews Dogen's and Nagarjuna's... *Buddha Mind, Conversation, Causation, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 27 1992 Tassajara
2nd Precept: Not to Steal Serial: RA-00612 The discussion primarily addresses the Zen precepts of not killing and not stealing, relating them to zazen practice and the realization of suchness—especially in observing life and worldly objects. The focus is on applying these... *Buddha Mind, Conversation, Priest, Causation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 27 1992 Tassajara
Yaoshan and Sekito - Don't Call It Beautiful Serial: RA-00525 The talk explores the Zen practice of perceiving and labeling experiences, using stories of Yaoshan and Sekito as a foundation. It discusses the impulse to name things like beauty as a defense against pain and explores concepts... *Ego, Heart Sutra, Evil, Conversation, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 26 1992 Tassajara
Yaoshan and Sekito - Don't Call It Beautiful Serial: RA-00611 The talk discusses the complex relationship between perception, reality, and self-conceit in Zen practice. By exploring a Zen anecdote about Yaoshan and Sherto, the discussion emphasizes the tension between recognizing beauty and... *Ego, Heart Sutra, Evil, Practice Period, Conversation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 26 1992 Tassajara
Class: The 2nd Grave Precept, and Evil Serial: RA-00610 The talk explores the distinction between ethical behavior and understanding the Buddhist precepts, particularly focusing on the second grave precept of not stealing. The discussion emphasizes self-examination of one's actions to... *Evil, Anger, Three Treasures, Interview, Enemies*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 24 1992 Tassajara
The Second Grave Precept, and Evil Serial: RA-00526 The talk explores the complex relationship between ethical behavior, denial, and the understanding of Buddhist precepts with a primary focus on the Second Grave Precept concerning not stealing. It suggests that adherence to... *Evil, Anger, Three Treasures, Interview*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 24 1992 Tassajara
Class #8: Repression Serial: RA-00555 This talk focuses on the importance of recognizing and finding peace with the internal tensions and contradictions that arise within one's mind, particularly through the lens of Zen practice and Dogen's teachings. It further... *Soto Zen, Tassajara, Enemies, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 21 1992 Tassajara
Class #8: Repression Serial: RA-00609 The talk emphasizes the importance of being aware and at peace with internal contradictions and tensions, particularly those arising from dualistic thinking. It examines the tendency to deny or simplify the pain and discomfort... *Soto Zen, Tassajara, Enemies, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 21 1992 Tassajara
Simplicity in Stillness: Zen's Path Serial: RA-01137 The talk explores the theme of radical simplicity in Zen philosophy, emphasizing the fundamental notion of returning to simplicity as the essence of Buddhist practice. It discusses the importance of recognizing and accepting the... *Evil, Separation, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 01 1992
Ordinary Zen: Living the Precepts Serial: RA-01863 The talk explores the interdependent relationship between Zen sitting practice and the 16 Bodhisattva precepts, emphasizing the concept that true understanding of Buddhist precepts comes through the practice of "just sitting,"... *Buddha, Precepts, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 29 1992
Refuge in the Triple Treasure Serial: RA-02167 This talk explores the significance of the Buddhist Triple Treasure—Buddha, Dharma, and Sangha—and their practical relationship with Zen practice and daily life. It delves into the concept of taking refuge, emphasizing the return... *Triple Treasure, Bell, Sangha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 16 1992
Class #7: The Dependent Co-Arising of Birth, Death and Suchness Serial: RA-00551 This talk discusses the Zen teachings on dependent co-arising, emphasizing the interconnectedness of all existence and the concept of suchness, as elucidated by key figures in Buddhist philosophy. It explores how the teachings of... *Evil, Perfect Wisdom, Religion, Doubt*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 11 1992 Tassajara
Class #7: The Dependent Co-Arising of Birth, Death and Suchness Serial: RA-00608 This talk examines the concept of "Dependent Co-Arising" and explores its implications on life, death, and the nature of existence as described in pivotal Zen texts. Highlighting teachings from Dogen Zenji, Nagarjuna, and others... *Evil, Perfect Wisdom, Religion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 11 1992 Tassajara
Class #6: Not To Kill - Kyogo's Commentary Serial: RA-00607 Class #6 This talk explores the first Zen precept, "Not to Kill," by examining its deeper philosophical and practical implications. It suggests that truly understanding this precept involves recognizing the interconnectedness of all life... *Evil, Buddha Mind, Daily Life*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 10 1992 Tassajara
Class #6: Not To Kill - Kyogo's Commentary Serial: RA-00527 Class #6 The talk focuses on the exploration of Zen precepts, specifically the first grade precept of "Not to Kill" with reference to Kyogo's commentary and Dogen Zenji's interpretation. It delves into the nuances of perceiving evil, the... *Evil, Daily Life, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 10 1992 Tassajara
Life is not Killed Serial: RA-00634 The talk explores the Zen Buddhist precept of "not killing" by considering its transcendent, interconnected nature beyond conventional notions of action. By focusing attention entirely on the present moment and the interconnected... *War, Buddha Nature, Attachment, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 07 1992 Tassajara
Day 9: The precept not to kill Serial: RA-00528 All entries with this date are the same talk The talk explores the Zen Buddhist precept "not to kill," emphasizing a profound understanding of interconnectedness, which transcends mere prohibition and aligns with non-dual awareness. It refers to teachings by Dogen and... *War, Daily Life, Buddha Nature, Buddha Mind*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 07 1992 Tassajara
Day 8: The Bodhisattva returns to the world of birth and death Serial: RA-00529 The talk explores the concept of devotion to the spiritual path, highlighting the importance of total devotion to the "triple treasure" (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha), correct faith, and receiving Buddhist precepts. Discussions include... *Renunciation, Three Treasures, Practice Period, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 1992 Tassajara
Day 8: The Bodhisattva Returns to the World of Birth and Death Serial: RA-00646 The talk explores the theme of devotion in the context of Zen practice, focusing on the Bodhisattva vow to remain engaged with the world of birth and death while cultivating a deep renunciation of attachment to this cyclical... *Renunciation, Three Treasures, Practice Period, Vow*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 06 1992 Tassajara
Day 7: The First Grave Precept: Not to Kill Serial: RA-00643 The talk addresses the first grave precept of "not to kill," emphasizing the integration of Buddha's mind and teachings into daily life through the acceptance and practice of this precept. The discourse explores the complex... *Ceremony, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 05 1992 Tassajara
Day 7: First Grave Precept - Not to Kill Serial: RA-00530 The talk explores the First Grave Precept of "Not to Kill," emphasizing the concept of "life is not killed" as an embodiment of Buddha's mind. The discourse delves into the intersection of the precept with human understanding,... *Ceremony, Complete Perfect Enlightenment, Bell*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 05 1992 Tassajara
Day 6: Patience: Satya Kriya Sila Serial: RA-00531 The talk delves into the practice of patience, emphasizing its role within the "Gathering Together All Wholesomeness" precept. The discussion articulates patience's function across three realms: enduring physical hardships,... *Patience, Renunciation, Sangha, Practice Period*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 04 1992 Tassajara
Day 6: Patience - Satya Kriya Sila Serial: RA-00644 The talk explores the theme of patience as a cornerstone of Buddhist practice, particularly in relation to the three cumulative precepts outlined in Satya Kriya Sila. It distinguishes patience in enduring natural hardships,... *Renunciation, Patience, Sangha, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 04 1992 Tassajara
Sesshin Day 5: The Three Pure Precepts in Sanskrit Serial: RA-00645 The talk addresses the Zen precepts' interpretation and importance in Zazen practice, emphasizing their non-dualistic nature tied to Buddha's mind and teaching. The discussion focuses on the Three Pure Precepts, exploring their... *Three Treasures, Hindrances, Attachment, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 03 1992 Tassajara
Day 4: Receiving Refuge in the Triple Treasure Serial: RA-00642 The talk delves into the significance of receiving refuge in the Triple Treasure (Buddha, Dharma, Sangha) and explores the practice of Zazen as a form of spiritual communion. The speaker emphasizes the importance of not getting... *Three Treasures, Bell, Sangha, Bowing, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 02 1992 Tassajara
Day 4: Receiving Refuge in the Triple Treasure Serial: RA-00532 The talk primarily explores the concept of "Receiving Refuge in the Triple Treasure" in Buddhism, emphasizing the practice of Zazen, understanding of the Bodhisattva precepts, and the non-duality of practitioner and Buddha. The... *Three Treasures, Bell, Sangha, Bowing, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 02 1992 Tassajara

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