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Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018F The talk discusses the distinctions between absolute morality and relative morality in the context of Buddhist thought, particularly how these concepts relate to karma and cultural perceptions of morality. It examines the... *Karma, Culture, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018G The talk explores the mechanisms of consciousness transitions as explained in the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on debates between Theravadans and Vaibhashikas about how a good mental state can transition into a bad one and vice... *Karma, Consciousness, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018H The talk delves into the complexities of rebirth in the various realms as presented in the "Abhidharma Kosa," focusing specifically on transitions between kamadhatu (realm of desire), rupadhatu (realm of form), and arupadhatu (... *Karma, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02018I The talk discusses the concept of relative and absolute morality within the context of Abhidharma teachings, emphasizing how values, influenced by societal norms, transition when one enters the Buddhist path. The idea of absolute... *Karma, Culture, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017J The talk delves into the complexities of consciousness transitions as articulated in the Abhidharma Kosa, covering how a wholesome state of consciousness in the Kama Datu can transition to different states. It examines the... *Karma, Consciousness, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980 5
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017K The talk explores the movement between various states of existence and consciousness as described in the Abhidharma Kosha, focusing particularly on transitions from Kamadhatu to Rupa Dhatu and the implications of different karmic... *Karma, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jun 1980
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020A This talk explores the intricate connections between karma, life courses, and the path to enlightenment in Buddhist philosophy, with specific emphasis on the transition of arhats (those who have reached Nirvana) and the role of... *Karma, Time, Observe*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020B This talk delves into complex aspects of karma and consciousness as detailed in Chapter 3 of the "Abhidharma Kosa," with specific focus on good karma acquired through effort or at birth. The discussion distinguishes between types... *Effort, Concentration, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020C The talk centers on Chapter 3 of the "Abhidharma Kosa," focusing on the dynamics between different kinds of consciousness in the three spheres: kamadhatu (sphere of desire), rupadhatu (sphere of form), and arupadhatu (sphere of... *Six Realms, Mahayana, Lotus Sutra*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020D The talk examines different realms of existence as discussed in the "Abhidharma Kosa," particularly the kamadhatu and rupadhatu, and explores how yogic concentration leads to experiencing different states of consciousness and... *Karma, Meditation, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020E The talk analyzes Abhidharma, specifically the mechanics of communication and cognition from its perspective, emphasizing that ideas are not transferred directly but are formed through sounds that provoke individual concepts... *Emotions, Abhidharma, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020F The talk examines the Abhidharma and its role in understanding the perception of emotions, specifically anger, and introduces the concept of liberation through awareness. It explores the cosmology of the Kamadhatu heavens,... *Study, Abhidharma, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020G The talk explores the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on the intersection of Buddhist and worldly Dharma and how perception and understanding shape existence within and outside of Buddhist contexts. Discussions include the... *Meditation, Karma, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020H The talk explores the concepts found in the Abhidharma Kosa, specifically discussing how ignorance and karma contribute to the existence of the three realms and the notion of destinies. The discussion delves into the... *Karma, Abhidharma, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020I The talk explores concepts from the Abhidharma Kosha, focusing on the interplay between consciousness, karma, and various states of existence, particularly in relation to the idea of 'Pajama Loka' or receptacle world, which... *Time, Karma, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02020J The talk delves into the intricacies of the Abhidharma Kosa, specifically Chapter 3, focusing on the composition of the world in terms of three realms: Kamadatu, Rupadatu, and Arupadatu. The discussion explores the five skandhas... *Karma, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1980 Spring
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02019H This talk primarily explores concepts from the Abhidharma Kosha, focusing on the cycle of death, the intermediate state, and rebirth. It compares Western and Buddhist medical traditions regarding the body's 'humors' or doshas and... *Consciousness, Time, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Oct 1979 Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028A The talk focuses on the Prajnaparamita Sutra, exploring its extensive versions, the pedagogical approaches to studying it, and its significance in relation to Abhidharma teachings. The discussion emphasizes the 25,000-line... *Abhidharma, Enlightenment, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Sep 18 1979 1
Zen Equanimity Beyond Dualities Serial: RA-01802 The talk explores the notion of maintaining equanimity and non-discriminative awareness in daily life, using Zen philosophy as a framework. Key themes include the concept of the bodhisattva's even energy that does not engage in... *Bodhisattva, Meditation, Discrimination*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 19 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017A The talk delves into the complex interplay of consciousness and perception within the framework of the "Abhidharma Kosa," emphasizing the interconnectedness of delusion (Moha) and enlightenment (Prajna) as presented in Buddhist... *Skandhas, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017B This talk examines sections 29 to 41 of Chapter 1 in the Abhidharma-kosa, focusing on the classification and karmic implications of the dhatus, categorized as kushala (wholesome), akushala (unwholesome), and avyakrita (... *Karma, Delusion, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017C The talk examines elements of the Abhidharma Kosa, particularly focusing on the complexity of the causal relationships described in the text, such as the notion of retribution and the nature of sense organs as discussed in Caraka... *Consciousness, Karma, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017D The talk delves into the complexities of the "Abhidharma Kosha," particularly focusing on the paths of meditation and insight for abandoning various elements, like dhatus and anushayas. The discourse presents an intricate... *Meditation, Consciousness, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017E The talk explores the categorization of the "datus" in the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on the triple world system: Kamadhatu, Rupadhatu, and Arupadhatu. These realms outline various modes of existence dictated by karma and... *Karma, Consciousness, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017F The talk discusses Chapter 1, card 30AB from the "Abhidharmakośa" regarding the 18 dhātus and their organization within the three realms of experience: Kāmadhātu (Desire Realm), Rūpadhātu (Form Realm), and Ārūpadhātu (Formless... *Meditation, Consciousness, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017G The talk centers on the Abhidharma Kosha and its relevance to Buddhist philosophical traditions, particularly focusing on its development, textual structure, and distinction from Southern Buddhist traditions. The discussion... *Study, Time, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017H This talk explores the teachings of the Abhidharma Kosha, focusing on the concepts of causation and the different states of consciousness. The discussion includes an analysis of the transitions between altered and false states of... *Mindfulness, Consciousness, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02017I The lecture discusses the "Abhidharma Kosa," specifically its first chapters, concerning the categorization and analysis of mental states and phenomena. The focus is on understanding dharma relationships, mind, and perception to... *Consciousness, confusion, Anger*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jul 1979
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015A The talk focuses on examining the elements of the "Abhidharma-Kosha," particularly emphasizing the eternal dharmas and the intricate classification of the six sense organs and additional faculties, totaling 22 indriyas. A... *Consciousness, Time, confusion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015B The talk focuses on the intricacies of the Abhidharma Kosa, exploring various aspects of sovereignty and dominance within the framework, particularly around the sovereignty of mental consciousness and its interaction with sensory... *Consciousness, Faith, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015C The talk delves into Abhidharma Kosa, specifically discussing the concept of dharmas as real entities with substance and the nature of nirvana and its acquisition. It critiques elements of Abhidharma philosophy, especially... *Consciousness, Time, Nirvana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015D The talk explores the concept of Chaitana within the Abhidharma Kosa, focusing on its relation to karma as mental impulses and vectors. The resolution of conflicting impulses through Chaitana is compared to the practice of Zazen... *Meditation, Karma, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015E The talk explores intricate aspects of the Buddhist philosophical framework as outlined in the "Abhidharma Kosa", focusing particularly on the path of realization and enlightenment processes. Key concepts include the nine... *Consciousness, Practice, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015F The talk delves into the Abhidharma Kosa, particularly focusing on Chapter 2, which explores the concept of endriyas, or faculties, followed by discussions on dharmas associated with the mind and the mechanics of these teachings... *Abhidharma, Meditation, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015G This talk primarily explores the concepts of existence and non-existence within Buddhist schools of thought, particularly the Abhidharma and Yogacara traditions. The discussion focuses on the nature of future thoughts, their... *Consciousness, Time, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02015H This talk discusses the Abhidharma Kosa, emphasizing the importance of memorizing the 75 dharmas and understanding their classification into skandhas, ayatanas, and dhatus. The talk also examines key karakas, particularly Karaka... *Consciousness, Karma, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1979 Fall
Abidharma Class Serial: RA-01875 The talk explores the complex functioning of states of consciousness within Zen philosophy, focusing on concepts such as perception, memory, momentariness, and causation. It examines how simultaneous yet distinct functions like... *Karma, Bell, Effort*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mar 03 1976
Abidharma Class Serial: RA-01873 The talk discusses the relationship between the Buddhist concepts of jhana and the Eightfold Noble Path, emphasizing the role of jhanas as facilitative states towards ending suffering, akin yet distinct from states such as... *Buddhism, Nirvana, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Jan 14 1976
Abidharma Class Serial: RA-01885 The talk delves into the fundamentals of Abhidharma, focusing specifically on mental factors necessary for mind function, as outlined in traditional Buddhist texts. The discussion addresses the ten mental factors always present... *Consciousness, Name, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 22 1975
Abhidharma Class Serial: RA-01886 The talk explores the intricate aspects of Abhidharma classifying consciousness, investigating mental processes, and the influence of karma and lineage on perception and experience. The discussion elaborates on the function of... *Time, Pain, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 22 1975 2 of 2 Green Gulch Farm
Embracing Emptiness Through Wisdom Serial: RA-00166 This extensive talk revolves around the "Heart Sutra" and its teachings on the emptiness of the five aggregates, as seen through the practice of Prajnaparamita by Avalokiteshvara. A detailed discussion unfolds about the nature of... *Avalokitesvara, Greed, Skandhas, Nirvana, Bodhisattva Precepts*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Dec 22 1975
Heal Thy Planet Serial: RA-00901 Pacific Presbyterian Medical Center Division of Education The talk emphasizes the profound interconnectedness of all life through the lens of Zen Buddhism, arguing that recognizing this interdependence is key to creating harmonious, healthy environments for humans and nature. It... *Suffering, Pain, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Embracing Our Innate Radiance Serial: RA-01425 The talk reflects on the closing of the year 1990, emphasizing gratitude for avoiding war and aspirations for peace. It underscores the Zen teaching that the fundamental nature of all beings is Buddha nature, a light of... *Love, Time, War*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Illness as a Path to Enlightenment Serial: RA-01665 The talk explores the interdependence between illness and enlightenment, positing that illness can be a catalyst for enlightenment. It emphasizes that both health and illness are not independent entities but arise dependently,... *Buddha, Enlightenment, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mount Madonna Center
Wholeness Through Mindful Presence Serial: RA-01666 The talk explores the concept of enlightenment as the realization of wholeness through recognizing how phenomena come into existence. Through a meditation practice focused on meeting each moment without fixed perspectives, and... *Breath, Meditation, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Restful Balance in Spiritual Harmony Serial: RA-01667 The talk explores the concept of rest and its vital role in achieving spiritual harmony and healing. Emphasis is placed on allowing natural bodily rhythms to realign and how rest is linked closely to ethical behavior and non-... *Pain, Practice, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Mindful Compassion Through Unconditional Love Serial: RA-01668 The talk explores the concepts of control and care in relation to mindfulness, using a metaphor of a mother caring for a toddler at an airport to illustrate attentive non-interference. It transitions to a discussion of compassion... *Work, Suffering, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Embracing Suffering: A Bodhisattva's Path Serial: RA-01669 HSA Sat eve - Sun am The talk explores the concept of dependent origination and the illusion of individual existence as taught by the Buddha, emphasizing that life does not begin or end in the traditional sense. The discussion critiques the notion of... *Buddha, Bodhisattva, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Mount Madonna Center
Juggling the Path to Mastery Serial: RA-01670 The talk explores the concept of mastery and growth through the metaphor of juggling, emphasizing the importance of attention, skill acquisition, and the willingness to embrace failure as part of personal and spiritual... *Suffering, Practice, Breath*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Living the Koan Experience Serial: RA-01794 The talk focuses on integrating Zen koans into daily life, particularly through the example of the two-part koan involving Nansen and Zhaozhou from the "Blue Cliff Record." The speaker assigns the task of living with a koan,... *Delusion, Practice, Koan*	Tenshin Reb Anderson

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