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Embrace Anger, Find Freedom Serial: RA-00468 The talk addresses the exploration of personal emotions, particularly anger, by embracing them rather than dissipating through analysis. It emphasizes understanding the foundational source of negative emotions and encourages full... *Karma, Anger, Ego, Manjushri, Interview*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Unveiling Oneness: The Mindful Path Serial: RA-00699 The main thesis of this talk is an exploration of the "one-practice samadhi" as presented in the works of Dai Doshin, and the teachings found in Prajnaparamita Sutras, as a means to connect with ultimate reality through... *Mindfulness, Oneness, Separation, Buddha Mind, Repentance*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Unity in Every Present Moment Serial: RA-01221A The talk explores the concept of unity in the moment, emphasizing the practice of dropping dualistic thinking to achieve a state of oneness with the present. It discusses the importance of right speech and the relationship... *Practice, Time, Posture*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Unbound Awareness in Zen Practice Serial: RA-01884B The talk delves into the Buddhist practice of non-dwelling in the five skandhas and the eighteen elements of existence, conveyed through the Zen story of Prajnatara, who epitomizes the state of awareness where one does not attach... *Study, Anger, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Ego's Dance in Zen Stillness Serial: RA-01234B Unknown talk after other talk on this tape This talk explores the philosophy of self-perception and ego within the framework of Zen Buddhism, emphasizing the dissolution of observing self as distinct from the world. It discusses the terrifying yet enlightening nature of... *Ego, Time, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Beyond Right and Wrong: Zen Truth Serial: RA-01239B Unknown talk at end of other talk on this tape The talk explores complex themes related to Zen practice, focusing on the nature of ego, attachment, and the perception of right and wrong. The discussion emphasizes that Buddhist precepts do not emerge from concepts of right and... *Ego, Precepts, Study*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Intimacy Beyond Ego Boundaries Serial: RA-01229B The talk explores the philosophical concept of intimacy and separation, emphasizing that the perceived separateness between self and other is illusory and a source of anxiety. It delves into the notion that true understanding and... *Separation, Buddha, Intimacy*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Illusions of Wisdom and Perception Serial: RA-04642 The talk explores the profound understanding of Aryas who, through exalted wisdom and vision, perceive reality beyond expressions, yet provisionally use names to guide others toward enlightenment. These enlightened beings... *Enlightenment, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028H The talk elucidates the cosmic manifestation of enlightenment through an illuminating vision of the Lord's concentration, detailing the all-encompassing illumination that impacts beings across multiple directions, leading them to... *Bodhisattva, Wisdom, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028G The talk explores the concept of miraculous powers or "riddhis" in Mahayana Buddhism, particularly focusing on the perceptions and interpretations of such phenomena as teachings in themselves. The discussion investigates how... *Bodhisattva, Time, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028B The talk presents an in-depth examination of the "Large Sutra on Perfect Wisdom," identifying it as a compilation of several prajnaparamita texts, such as the 18,000-line, 25,000-line, 100,000-line, and 125,000-line sutras. It... *Abhidharma, Time, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Awakening Through Self-Forgetfulness Serial: RA-01811 The talk explores the concepts of self, enlightenment, and ordination within Zen Buddhism, focusing on the perspectives of self-awareness and the practice of forgetting the self as a path to understanding enlightenment. It... *Enlightenment, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028C The talk examines the contrast between arhats and bodhisattvas in Mahayana Buddhism, emphasizing the completion of practices and the perception of nirvana. Arhats are described as having completed their spiritual work and... *Work, Practice, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024A The talk explores the concept of suffering as an experience born from false conceptions and the misalignment of perceptions with reality, emphasizing the inseparability of relative and absolute truths. It also discusses... *Suffering, Pain, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016B The talk explores the interplay of consciousness, perception, and energy within the framework of Buddhist philosophy, specifically the Abhidharma Kosa. It examines the dynamics between various mental states and their roles in... *Karma, Consciousness, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028J This talk explores the notion of "Perfection of Wisdom" within Buddhist teachings, focusing on the meaning of "dwelling" (vihara) as it relates to physical postures and metaphysical abodes, implying mindfulness and alertness. The... *Meditation, Posture, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022E The talk focuses on Zen practices of mindfulness and the development of perception through various stages, emphasizing the sequence and interconnection of these practices. Detailed references are made to specific texts that... *Mindfulness, Study, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Buddhist Psychology Serial: RA-01417A This talk explores Buddhist psychology, emphasizing the concept of selflessness through the examination of personal identity and dharmas. It details the understanding and realization of selflessness as essential for achieving... *Suffering, Liberation, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024C The main thesis of the talk revolves around the critical examination of perception in Zen practice through the lens of "Perfection of Wisdom," exploring the notion of "counter-dharma" and the importance of discerning true wisdom... *Buddha, Bodhisattva, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024E The talk delves into the "Perfection of Wisdom," exploring the nuanced interpretations of non-attachment and apprehension within Buddhist philosophy. Fundamental to the discussion is the Bodhisattva's approach to body, speech,... *Compassion, Bodhisattva, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024G The talk focuses on the spiritual practices and achievements of a Bodhisattva, emphasizing the completion of both arhat and Bodhisattva practices as described in Buddhist teachings such as the Perfection of Wisdom. The speaker... *Bodhisattva, Buddha, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016A This talk explores the intricate teachings found in the Abhidharma Kosa, delving into the discernment and perception of dharmas, mindfulness, and the concept of self in the context of Buddhist philosophy. It discusses the role of... *Mindfulness, Consciousness, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028I The talk delves into the concept of the Perfection of Wisdom, exploring various realms of existence, including the realm of the gods and their interactions with the human world. It examines the significance of faith (evam) in... *Buddha, Time, Faith*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022D This talk discusses the concept of the "thought of enlightenment" in Mahayana Buddhism, with a focus on teachings from the Avatamsaka Sutra and its commentary, the Abhisamayalankara. The discussion emphasizes different types of... *Practice, Enlightenment, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024B The talk centers on the practice of the four foundations of mindfulness from different Buddhist perspectives, such as Theravada, Vaibhashaka, and as Bodhisattva practices. It emphasizes the distinction between mundane and super-... *Practice, Mindfulness, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Buddhist Psychology Serial: RA-01417B The talk delves into the practice of non-attachment through observation of the five skandhas and the 18 elements of existence, reflecting on Prajnatara's teachings from the "Book of Serenity." It suggests maintaining presence and... *Study, Anger, Pain*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016H The talk delves into the intricate exploration of mental states and functions as analyzed in Abhidharma Kosa, particularly focusing on the enumeration and categorization of 46 mental functions and stained consciousness. It... *Consciousness, Anger, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024D The talk explores the concept of self within the framework of Zen philosophy, emphasizing its non-substantiality and the inherently empty nature of all phenomena. It discusses the progression of thought from conventional... *Emptiness, Bodhisattva, Buddha*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024F The talk explores the concept of equanimity as a means to embrace diverse experiences without becoming overwhelmed, emphasizing the importance of maintaining balance to cultivate compassion and understanding for others. It... *Practice, Time, Compassion*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022C The talk explores the concept of miracles in relation to the perception and beliefs of individuals, emphasizing that the true nature of a miracle lies in the eye of the beholder, who is influenced by their conceptual background... *Bodhisattva, Time, Practice*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016D The talk explores the intricacies of Abhidharma, focusing on the persistence of pride and other defilements in higher meditative states such as the jhanas within the Rupa Datu. It clarifies misconceptions from a previous session... *Consciousness, Time, Meditation*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022G The talk centers on the concept of the Perfection of Wisdom, particularly exploring the practices of bodhisattvas in reaching enlightenment, and the motivations behind these practices. It includes a detailed examination of the 37... *Practice, Bodhisattva, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016F The talk delves deeply into the intricate concepts of states of consciousness in the Abhidharma, focusing on the nature of undefiled neutral states and their transitions, the intermediate state (bardo) existence, and the... *Karma, Time, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016I The talk primarily discusses Chapter 2 of the Abhidharma-kosa, exploring the categorization and interaction of different types of consciousness within the three worlds framework. It examines the classification of 12 types of... *Consciousness, Karma, Time*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022I The talk addresses the Perfection of Wisdom, focusing on the Bodhisattva's practice of the 37 Wings of Enlightenment and their close relationship with meditations on emptiness, wishlessness, and the signless. It emphasizes... *Practice, Emptiness, Mindfulness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022B The talk discusses the concept of 'superknowledges' (abhijña) as outlined in Buddhist teachings, particularly the distinction between the five superknowledges associated with bodhisattvas and a sixth superknowledge, anasrava... *Bodhisattva, Buddha, Mahayana*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022K The talk focuses on the concept of bodhicitta and the 22 similes from the Mahayana Sutra Lankara to illustrate different stages of bodhisattva practice, relating them to the five paths: Sambhara Marga, Prayoga Marga, Darsana... *Bodhisattva, Practice, Enlightenment*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016C The talk explores complex states of consciousness and the concept of retribution within the framework of Abhidharma Kosa. It discusses the differentiation between wholesome and unwholesome actions and their respective karmic... *Karma, Meditation, Desire*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022F The talk addresses the study of the 37 Wings of Enlightenment and their significance in the Mahayana Buddhist practice. The discussion challenges the notion of goal-oriented enlightenment within a non-dualistic framework,... *Practice, Enlightenment, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016E The talk focuses on the detailed examination of the Abhidharma Kosa's discussion on the states of existence and consciousness (citta-samparyukta-samskaras). It explores why practitioners, including bodhisattvas, engage with... *Nirvana, Practice, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022H The talk explores the process of mastering mindfulness and wisdom through the integration of various stages and practices. It emphasizes the importance of the five faculties, the seven limbs of enlightenment, shamatha and... *Practice, Mindfulness, Abhidharma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Abhidharma Kosa Serial: RA-02016G The talk centers on the study and interpretation of the first chapter of the "Abhidharma Kośa". It delves into the nature of the 'citta-viprayukta-samskāras,' or 'formations disassociated from mind,' exploring how these aspects,... *Consciousness, Anger, Work*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	Winter
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022A The talk explores the role of past lives and karma within the framework of understanding the present in Zen philosophy. It emphasizes how perceptions of past experiences, particularly those recognized as past lives, condition... *Work, Time, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02022J The talk examines the "Perfection of Wisdom Sutras," focusing on the 37 aids to enlightenment, particularly the four foundations of mindfulness. The discussion emphasizes the practice of viewing all dharmas as empty, not... *Practice, Nirvana, Emptiness*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028E The discussion focuses on the concepts of bodhisattvas, Dharanis, and the "eyes" mentioned in Buddhist sutras, specifically considering how these elements connect with the perfection of wisdom and the bodhisattva path. It... *Bodhisattva, Samadhi, Wisdom*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024I The talk focuses on the perfection of wisdom, particularly the practice of understanding the emptiness of the five skandhas as integral to the first noble truth in Buddhism. It emphasizes that a bodhisattva achieves perfect... *Emptiness, Perfect Wisdom, Suffering*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02028F The talk explores the concept of "Perfection of Wisdom," particularly focusing on the various kinds of emptiness, as referenced in the Prajñāpāramitā teachings, and the complex interplay of karma, birth, and death in the context... *Buddha, Desire, Karma*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	1
Perfection of Wisdom Serial: RA-02024H The talk explores the integration of emotional and physical engagement in meditating on emptiness and the study of the Heart Sutra, emphasizing the importance of forming a deep relationship with the teachings to truly grasp their... *Emptiness, Meditation, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson	3
Mindful Balance for True Stabilization Serial: RA-02416 The talk explores the nuanced process of developing meditative stabilization, focusing on the practice of shamatha. It emphasizes the importance of balancing the mind's tendency towards laxity and excitement during meditation to... *Breath, Yoga, Concentration*	Tenshin Reb Anderson
Embracing Precepts for True Liberation Serial: RA-02771 The talk revisits concepts from a previous discussion, particularly focusing on the precept of no sexual greed, stressing its dual aspects of avoiding harm and fully benefiting all beings by integrating and understanding one's... *Precepts, Time, Bodhisattva*	Tenshin Reb Anderson

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