The No Abode Audio Archive

Opportunities for compassion - with friends and enemies; the story of the destitute son from the Lotus Sutra The talk focuses on opportunities for practicing compassion towards both friends and enemies, drawing on the story of the destitute son from the Lotus Sutra. The narrative explores the Buddhist teaching that compassion should be...

Serial: RA-04442 Our true nature is that we fully possess the wisdom and virtues of the buddhas. But because of misconceptions and attachments we do not realize our buddha nature. Therefore, teachings are given to listen to, accept, and... -

Serial: RA-04440 The talk centers on the integration of Zen teachings and practice, focusing specifically on the concepts of compassion, stillness, wisdom, and repentance within the framework of Bodhisattva precepts. The discussion includes the...

Serial: RA-04437 Origins of the Bodhisattva precepts; development and commentaries; the reasons for Buddhas appearing in this world.   The talk explores the influence of ancient Mahayana teachings on the Zen tradition, emphasizing the integration of the Brahmanet Sutra, the Heart Sutra, the Avatamsaka Sutra, and the Mahaparinirvana Sutra in Zen practice....

Serial: RA-04436 The talk explores the significance of vows, particularly within the Zen Buddhist tradition, and the distinction between aspirations and commitments. The discussion emphasizes the importance of making vows publicly, with witnesses...

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Serial: RA-04431 The talk explores the concept of pride as a natural, yet problematic element in unenlightened consciousness, and discusses how awareness of self-esteem is integral to enlightenment. It further emphasizes that understanding and...

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Serial: RA-04423 The talk explores the relationship between Zazen (sitting meditation) and listening deeply to one's own and others' cries for help, presenting listening as an act of compassion. It further discusses the three degrees of...

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Serial: RA-04417 The talk revolves around the practice of embodying the vow to hear the Buddha's teachings by integrating desire, commitment, and action toward spiritual enlightenment. It focuses on the role of stillness and listening in Zen...

Serial: RA-04415 Buddha's sitting - who do you think you are; Buddha, dharma and sangha are all-pervading; Yunmen's appropriate response.   -

Serial: RA-04414 The talk centers on the Zen practice of confession and repentance, referencing Dogen's teaching on revealing one's lack of faith in practice to dissolve transgressions through ceremonies like Upasatta. It also discusses the...

Serial: RA-04412 The talk explores the central role of zazen (sitting meditation) as the pivotal practice of Buddhas and ancestors, emphasizing its capacity to realize Dharma through the intimate transmission of the Buddha mind, transcending mere...

Serial: RA-04410 The central thesis of the talk focuses on the concept of "sesshin," explained as the embracing and sustaining of both mind and heart, also extended to include the care of the body. This practice involves nurturing oneself and...

Serial: RA-04409 The talk explores the practice of remembering stillness and integrating it into everyday activities. It emphasizes that remembering stillness, even amidst challenges and distractions, is a process of transformation and...

Serial: RA-04406 The talk explores the relationship between solitude and relationships within Zen practice, emphasizing the necessity of solitude for understanding relationships and vice versa. Engaging in both stillness (or zazen) and inquiries...

Serial: RA-04404 This talk explores the nature of consciousness and egocentricity through Zen teachings. It emphasizes the transformation of consciousness through the process of face-to-face transmission or "Menju" as discussed by Dogen, and the...

Serial: RA-04402 The talk elaborates on an unconventional understanding of Zazen, emphasizing it as the "pivotal activity" of Buddhas, grounded in Dogen Zenji's and Hangzhi Zhengzhui’s poetry. The discourse explores Zazen beyond mere seated...

Serial: RA-04401 The talk examines the challenges of controlling one's mind within the practice of Zen, shifting from a rigid, controlling approach to one centered on love, flexibility, and relaxation. It explores the tendency of practitioners to...

Serial: RA-04454 The central thesis of the talk explores Zen practice as a continuous, dynamic process intertwined with personal identity and collective tradition. Key themes include the timeless and adaptable nature of Zen practice, the...