In the Dharma talk held at No Abode Hermitage, the commencement of studying the Avatamsaka Sutra was discussed, focusing on its integration with Zen practice. The talk included examination of how Zen ancestors in China and India used stories to enact the teachings of the sutra, emphasizing the concept of everyday activities and interactions as practices of the sutra’s teachings.

- **Avatamsaka Sutra (Flower Ornament Scripture)**: Underscored as a core text, having started the group study on June 24th, termed as the commencement ceremony.
- **Book of Serenity**: Connected to the Avatamsaka Sutra, helping illustrate the embodiment of its teachings through Zen stories.

The dialogue highlighted how Zen tradition and practice can be viewed as dramatic enactments of the sutra, using both historical and everyday examples to illustrate the points. The discussion also covered the practical aspect of these enactments in daily life and communal gatherings, inviting deeper reflection and understanding.

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