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Title	Speaker	Date
Harmony in Life's Impermanence Serial: RA-01119 The talk focuses on the theme of balance in life, particularly how to navigate the interplay between appreciating the fleeting nature of life and maintaining awareness of relationships with others. It explores balancing inner... *Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 12 1988
Embodying the Essence of Zen Serial: RA-01118 The talk explores the concept of "suchness" within Zen practice, emphasizing the teachings of the Diamond Sutra on producing a thought that has no abode, and the importance of unattached awareness. The discussion references... *Soto Zen, Dogen, Perfect Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 26 1988
Zen Balance: Embracing Total Exertion Serial: RA-01192 The talk focuses on the demonstration of sitting practice as a mode of Zen meditation, emphasizing the teachings of Dogen Zenji, specifically the concept of "total exertion of one thing" (itto gujin). It elaborates on how... *Effort, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 25 1988
Embodying Enlightenment Through Zen Practice Serial: RA-01117 This talk explores the interconnectedness of the six paramitas, or perfections, focusing on Samadhi Paramita, the perfection of meditation and concentration. It highlights how these perfections are interdependent, requiring their... *Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 24 1988
Embodied Simplicity: The Zen of Sitting Serial: RA-01193 The talk delves into the practice of 'just sitting' (shikantaza) within Soto Zen, emphasizing its integration with the six paramitas, which are inherently included in this practice. The speaker discusses the simplicity yet... *Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 23 1988
Suchness in Zen Ethical Practice Serial: RA-01197 The talk explores the integration of ethical practice and suchness in Zen, referencing key Zen texts and teachings. At the core is the examination of fidelity to suchness, which transcends conventional precepts and moves towards... *Patience*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 22 1988
Meditation's Path to Enlightened Living Serial: RA-01198 The talk centers on the transformative power of sitting meditation in Zen practice, specifically during a seven-day session, viewed as a means to bring happiness and peace through awakening. The discussion explores the concept of... *Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 21 1988
Embodied Enlightenment Through Zazen Practice Serial: RA-01194 The talk elaborates on the non-dual nature of Zazen, asserting that this practice aligns with the original practices of Shakyamuni Buddha and Bodhidharma, emphasizing that the practice itself embodies enlightenment rather than... *Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 20 1988
Awakening to Suchness: Zazen's Path Serial: RA-01195 The talk explores the practice of zazen as a method of embracing "suchness," emphasizing non-dual awareness and communion with the Buddha. The discussion highlights the essential role of compassion and the aspiration for complete... *Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 19 1988
Mythmaking for Trauma Healing Serial: RA-01196 The talk addresses the importance of creating personal myths to cope with trauma, using a nine-year-old girl's story as an illustration of how stories can help articulate and manage emotional pain. It is suggested that such... *Generosity*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Aug 07 1988
Realizing Emptiness Through Experiential Insight Serial: RA-01200 The talk centers on an exploration of the Heart Sutra, emphasizing the emptiness of forms, feelings, conceptions, formations, and consciousness, highlighting that these phenomena lack inherent existence and are interdependently... *Emptiness, Effort, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 27 1988
Zazen: Embracing Stillness and Gratitude Serial: RA-01201 The talk emphasizes zazen as the practice of stillness, gratitude, and liberation from self-clinging. It highlights the integration of the Heart Sutra into practice, stressing devotion over intellectual understanding and... *Heart Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 24 1988
Zen Practice: Beyond Duality and Suffering Serial: RA-01819 The discussion focuses on clarifying a common misunderstanding of the Buddha's teachings on suffering and presents a non-dualistic view of Zen practice. The difference between enlightenment and practice is dissolved as both are... *Enlightenment, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 16 1988
Blissful Harmony Through Meditative Emptiness Serial: RA-01202 The talk explores the concept of "thinking of the unthinking" as integral to the practice of zazen, highlighting the "Dharma gate" of repose and bliss. It emphasizes meditation on emptiness, or causation, as the path to... *Emptiness, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 14 1988
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023A The talk discusses the bodhisattva's practice within the great vehicle focusing on the four applications of mindfulness: the body, feelings, thoughts, and dharma. It emphasizes the importance of contemplation without attachment... *Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023B The talk discusses the multifaceted approaches to the awareness of breathing in Zen practice, emphasizing that there are various ways to experience and follow one's breath. It transitions into exploring the application of...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023C The talk focuses on the application of mindfulness as elucidated in the Abhidharma, emphasizing the impermanence and interdependence of conditioned mental states. The discussion delves into the inseparability of mind and mental... *Consciousness, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023D The talk focuses on the development of insight practices within a Buddhist framework, particularly the dynamics between foundational mindfulness, right effort, and psychic powers. Insight practices are described as pathways which... *Perfect Wisdom, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023E The talk centers on the concept of the "Perfection of Wisdom" (Prajnaparamita), focusing on the advanced Bodhisattva's meditation practice that leads to the realization of the non-arising nature of dharmas (phenomena). It... *Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02023F The talk delves into the practice of mindfulness as defined in the Satipatthana Sutta, focusing on mindfulness of consciousness and dharmas, as well as the intricate process of observing wholesomeness and unwholesomeness in... *Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1988 4
Embrace the Uncontrollable Flow Serial: RA-01203 The talk explores the psychological teachings of the Buddha, focusing on the nature of language as a tool for inciting interest rather than merely conveying information. The discourse transitions into a detailed examination of... *Zazen, Skandhas*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 05 1988
Embracing Stillness in Dynamic Interconnection Serial: RA-01853 The talk explores the concept of "unthinking stillness" and "dynamic interconnection" as illustrated by the story of Yaoshan, a Zen ancestor, highlighting the notion of non-thinking during meditation. It discusses the duality of... *Suffering, Yaoshan, Right Speech*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	May 20 1988
Buddha's Birthday Serial: RA-01204 The talk discusses the celebration of Buddha's birth, emphasizing the concept that Buddha emerges from ordinary individuals who experience doubt and confusion. The discussion highlights the teaching of being "all one," focusing... *Happiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Serial: RA-01441 The talk explores the concept of Buddha's birth as a metaphor for the potential within each being to achieve enlightenment and compassion, emphasizing that enlightenment arises from the ordinary struggles of human life. It...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Lecture: Adept at the Near Serial: RA-01672A The talk discusses the birth of Buddha and the concept of 'being adept at the near,' a teaching on embracing one's current state with neither esteem nor disdain. This involves acknowledging ordinary human experiences and emotions...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Lecture Serial: RA-01798A The talk reflects on the significance of Buddha's birth, emphasizing the concept that Buddhas arise from ordinary individuals burdened with doubts and uncertainties. The essence of Buddhist practice is presented as becoming adept...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 10 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Everyone Is At The Center Serial: RA-01441B Buddha's Birthday Lecture The talk, given on Buddha's Birthday, explores the concept of interconnectedness and the origin of the Buddha. It emphasizes that the Buddha arises from the collective suffering of all living beings and that every individual... *Suffering, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Buddha's Birthday Lecture: Everyone is at the Center Serial: RA-01672B The talk explores the birth of the Buddha and emphasizes the central theme of interconnectedness and oneness in Buddhist teachings. It highlights that the Buddha emerged as a response to universal suffering, and the statement "... *Suffering, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 09 1988 Green Gulch Farm
Zen Spaces and Silent Teachings Serial: RA-00619 The talk emphasizes the importance of respecting the physical space of the zen tanh, seen as an altar for Buddhas, and encourages practitioners not to step on it inappropriately. It then explores the interwoven relationships... *Dragons, Four Noble Truths, Heart Sutra, Karmic Consciousness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 07 1988
Zen Journeys: From Sutras to Sayings Serial: RA-00620 The talk explores the historical and spiritual shifts within Zen practice, focusing on the transition from studying sutras to the sayings and doings of Zen adepts such as Matsu and Sekito. Through anecdotal references to... *Dragons, Ordination*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 06 1988
Engage Buddhism: Beyond Intellectual Boundaries Serial: RA-00594 The talk examines the intricate nature of understanding core tenets of Mahayana Buddhism through experiential engagement with "vajrapada" or difficult-to-penetrate terms such as Buddha, Dharma, Sangha, and related concepts. The... *Two Truths, Obstacles, Four Noble Truths*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 05 1988
Infinite Buddha Nature Unseen Serial: RA-00789 Sesshin The talk explores the omnipresent nature of Buddha nature and its analogy to air and water as essential life forces. It discusses the concept of Buddha nature as something that beings cannot escape, paralleling birds and fish... *Buddha Nature, Causation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 04 1988 Tassajara
Embracing Zen: Beyond Discursive Thinking Serial: RA-00597 The talk explores the concept of "discursive thinking" through the lens of Zen teachings, emphasizing the distinction between individual thought processes and a more holistic, intrinsic form of thinking referred to as "house... *Intimacy, Sangha, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 03 1988
Howling Unity of Existence Serial: RA-00596 The talk explores the concept of the unified activity of life, emphasizing the significance of approaching reality with an objectless attitude and entering into experiences "howlingly," which means with a sense of wonder and... *Ordinary Mind, Causation, Emotions*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 02 1988
Zen Transformations in Life's Cauldron Serial: RA-00595 The talk focuses on the themes explored during a Zen practice period, emphasizing the concept of the "cauldron" or "container" where transformative experiences occur. Key topics include the study of the five skandhas, the... *Mahayana, Perfect Wisdom, Lay Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 01 1988
Zen Walls: Beyond Thought and Stage Serial: RA-00618 This talk explores the timeless Zen practice of "wall sitting" initiated by Bodhidharma and continued through various Zen masters such as Dogen and the sixth ancestor. This practice emphasizes non-thinking and immobile sitting as... *Four Noble Truths, Suzuki Roshi, Right Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 17 1988
Non-Thinking: The Zen of Stillness Serial: RA-00617 The talk focuses on the concept of "non-thinking" as a key component of immobile sitting in Zen practice, emphasizing the teachings of Dogen Zenji. It explores the lineage and interactions between key Zen figures such as Sekito,... *Dragons, Thoroughness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 11 1988
Thinking Beyond Thought Serial: RA-00788 The talk centers on Dogen Zenji's teachings, particularly the interplay between zazen practice ("just sitting"), seeing a teacher, and the concept of non-thinking. It explores the relationship between thinking, unthinking, and... *Transmission, Dragons, Ceremony, Buddha Ancestors, Suzuki Roshi*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 07 1988 Tassajara
Sitting and Precepts: Zen Unified Serial: RA-00616 The talk explores the foundational elements of Zen practice as articulated by figures such as Heihei Dogen and Eisai/Yosai Zenji, focusing on the dual aspects of "just sitting" (shikantaza) and the importance of precepts and... *Perfect Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 26 1988
Embracing Oneness Through Meditation Serial: RA-00615 The talk explores the concept of Buddha nature as omnipresent and all-reaching, asserting that it equally pervades all beings, from Buddhas to ordinary individuals, and highlights the importance of understanding this all-reaching... *Buddha Nature, Intimacy, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 21 1988
Cauldron of Zen: Embrace Fate Serial: RA-01205 The talk explores the practice of zazen in Zen Buddhism and the imagery of the cauldron, emphasizing zazen as a meditative practice to cope with personal suffering and aid others. It highlights the story of Zen master Hakuin as... *Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 14 1988
Intimate Pathways in Zen Practice Serial: RA-00614 The main thesis of this talk explores the theme of intimacy within Zen practice, emphasizing its vital role in understanding the self and others, as well as the interplay between individual actions and the larger cosmos. The... *Intimacy, Practice Period, Zazen*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Feb 10 1988 Tassajara
Awakening Presence Amidst Life's Delusions Serial: RA-00792 The talk centers on the practice of being present, focusing on the Zen orientation of living fully in the moment and the continuous effort to cultivate composure and firmness. The speaker emphasizes that the practice of presence... *Composure, Continuous Practice, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 23 1988 Tassajara
Ordination Class Serial: RA-01820 The talk examines the adaptation and interpretation of the three pure precepts in Zen Buddhism, translating them into contemporary expressions that resonate culturally while maintaining their foundational essence. The precepts,... *Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 08 1988
Words of Faith: Revitalize with Zen Serial: RA-01821 The talk explores the significance of words and their connection to one's sense of faith, focusing on revitalizing spiritual resolutions at the start of the year. It examines the concept of foundational intentions in Zen practice... *Enlightenment, New Year*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 02 1988
Awakening Through No Fixed View Serial: RA-01295 The talk examines the concept of "Right View" as part of the Eightfold Noble Path in Buddhism, centralizing it as both the starting point and endpoint of spiritual practice. It emphasizes the importance of holding a flexible, non...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 12 1987
Fearless Patience in Samurai Zen Serial: RA-01296 The talk explores the relationship between fear, fearlessness, and spiritual practice, with an emphasis on "Samurai Zen" and the concept that fearlessness increases personal power within Zen practice. The discussion transitions... *Patience, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 20 1987
Embracing Impermanence Through Interconnectedness Serial: RA-01297 The talk centers on the Buddhist teaching of impermanence and the practice of experiencing change without clinging to the concept of objects. The discussion explores how the practice of "thinking of Buddha" or "nen butsu" is...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 14 1987
Harmonizing Life's Dualities Through Zen Serial: RA-01298 This talk explores the balance between good and evil in life, drawing on the teachings of Buddha and Montaigne. It emphasizes acceptance of life's dualities and the importance of harmonizing them. The discussion highlights how...	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 26 1987
Infant Perceptions and Zen Realities Serial: RA-00687 The talk explores the concept of the sixth consciousness in Zen philosophy, particularly examining how infants perceive the world and the differentiation between self and other. The discussion delves into the roles of Manas (the... *Karma, Buddha Nature, Causation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Apr 14 1987

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