This podcast presents weekly updates from the Great Heartland Buddhist Temple of Toledo including talks from Sunday service, sesshin, and other events.
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How Do You Practice When The World Is On Fire?
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This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 29, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi discussess how to practice when every day feels like you're living in unprecedented times. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podc…
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This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 22, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi discussess a reading from Chan Master Hongzhi, "Dissolving the self." What does it really mean to dissolve the ego and let go of the self? If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Tole…
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MN 62 Sutta: The Greater Discourse of Advice to Rahula (Continued)
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 8, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi continues his discussion of the Majjhima Nikāya Maharahulovada Sutta, The Greater Discourse of Advice to Rāhula. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in…
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MN 62 Sutta: The Greater Discourse of Advice to Rahula
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This teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 7, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi teaches the Majjhima Nikāya Maharahulovada Sutta in which the Buddha advises his son Rahula to "develop meditation that is like the earth." If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or…
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Practicing with Illness and Practicing in Community
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This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 1, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi discusses how to practice with illness or injury and how to practice in community. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit…
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on September 24, 2023. In this talk Sensei discusses Three Necessisary Conditions for Zen Practice by Kōun Yamada. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit budd…
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi, Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei, and Reverend Winifred Shokai Martin at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on September 17, 2023. The talk explores a discourse from the Pāli Canon, entitled "The Four Means of Embracing Others," as a foundation for building harmony within the sangha. If y…
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Dogen's Guidelines on Practicing the Way (Paragraphs 2 and 3)
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on September 3, 2023. In this talk Sensei teaches Chapters 2 and 3 of Master Dogen's Guidelines for Praxticing the Way. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit …
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This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on August 27, 2023. In this talk, Roshi discusses Home Hermitage and delves into the challenges that come if the mind is mired in binary dualism as it relates to practice. This talk features a brief passage from the Song of the Grass-Roof Hermitage by Shih-t'…
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on Augest 20, 2023. In this talk Sensei discusses practice through our Zen ancestors and how we can sit zazen and not even need a teaching about Buddhism. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in su…
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on August 3, 2023. Rinsen Roshi speaks to the temple's 2023 Jukai cohort on the meaning of wearing the rakusu, the representation of the Buddha's robe. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of t…
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Dharmacakra Sutra: Setting in Motion the Wheel of Truth
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Episode Description This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on July 23, 2023. In this talk, Roshi introduces the Buddha's first discourse, the Dharmacakra Sutra. In it, the Buddha advises pursuit of the Middle Way, and in so doing, introduces the Four Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. If …
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 28) – The Heart Sutra Question & Answer
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 1, 2023 as part of the first Spring Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 28 of this talk series the Reverends have a Question and Answer session on The Heart Sutra. If…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 27) – The Heart Sutra
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 1, 2023 as part of the first Spring Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 27 of this talk series the Reverends discuss The Heart Sutra. If you would like to learn more …
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 12.5b) – The Home Altar Continued
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on July 21, 2022 as part of a special teaching retreat on the stages of the Mahayana Path. This talk takes place between Parts 12 and 13 of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series and continues the discussion of the home altar with…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 12.5a) – The Home Altar
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on July 21, 2022 as part of a special teaching retreat on the stages of the Mahayana Path. This talk takes place between Parts 12 and 13 of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series and features a discussion on the home altar and how…
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Mumonkan Case 11 - Joshu Examines the Hermits
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 19, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 11th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Joshu Examines the Hermits. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of thi…
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 5, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 10th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Seizei the Poor. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast pl…
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Mumonkan Case 9 - Xingyang's Non-Attained Buddha
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 24, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 9th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Xingyang’s Non-Attained Buddha. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of …
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 22, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 8th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Keichu The Wheelmaker. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podc…
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A Frank Conversation About Suicide with Rinsen and Gokyo
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In this podcast the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Tonie Gokyo Long have a frank conversation about suicide. https://988lifeline.org/ The 988 Lifeline provides 24/7, free and confidential support for people in distress, prevention and crisis resources for you or your loved ones, and best practices for professionals in the United States. If you …
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Blue Cliff Record Case 63/64 - Nansen's Cat and Jōshū's straw sandals
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on June 28, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi explores the Blue Cliff Record (Heikiganroku) Cases 63 and 64 – Master Nansen's cat (case 63) and Jōshū's straw sandals (case 64). Roshi talks about the pure expression of being in the moment. If you would like to…
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Tanzan's Last Announcement (Death Is No Death)
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on June 18, 2023. In this talk Sensei discusses Story #7: "Announcement" from the collection Zen Flesh, Zen Bones, in which master Tanzan announces his departure from this world. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or …
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The Platform Sutra: Transmission and Enlightenment
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This teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on June 17, 2023. This talk was given as part of monthly sesshin. In it, Rinsen Roshi teaches on retreat practice as meeting the moment and not leaving a trace. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in sup…
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Blue Cliff Record Case 62 - Master Yunmen’s “Within there is a Jewel”
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on May 31, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi explores the Blue Cliff Record (Heikiganroku) Case 62 – Master Yunmen’s “Within there is a Jewel”, and of being intimate with every dharma as it arises. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of …
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This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on May 28, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi discusses the discovering the masks we use to hide ourselves. He explores the importance of the Precepts as a tool and a focus to expose our true face - our Buddha Nature. If you would like to learn more abou…
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Dogen's Instruction to the Householder - Old Master Tang's "Not Concealed"
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on May 20, 2023. Rinsen Roshi discusses Dogen's Instruction for Householder Zen Training, focusing on the many themes embedded in the story of householder Jian's awakening under his teacher Master Tang. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Tem…
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Dogen's Instructions for Householder Training (Continued): Studying With a Dharma Teacher
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on May 14, 2023. In this talk Sensei continues exploring Dogen’s Instructions for Householder Zen training with a discussion of the importance of studying with a dharma teacher. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or t…
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on May 7, 2023. In this talk Roshi and Sensei discuss the Buddha’s birth and our connection to the entire universe. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of thi…
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 30, 2023. In this talk Roshi continues exploration of Dogen’s Instructions for Householder Zen training and talks about what our makes our practice work and keeping alive. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or …
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Blue Cliff Record Case 61 - Fengxue's "One Atom of Dust"
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 22, 2023. Rinsen Roshi discusses the Blue Cliff Record Case 61, Fengxue's "One Atom of Dust." If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.o…
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Dogen's Instructions for Householder Training (Continued)
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 14, 2023. In this talk Roshi and Sensei continue exploration of Dogen’s Instructions for Householder Zen training. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in suppor…
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Dogen’s Instructions for Householder Zen Training
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This Dharma Talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on April 9, 2023. In this talk Roshi and Sensei begin exploring Dogen’s Instructions for Householder Zen training with a discussion of the importance of finding a true teacher. If you would like to learn more about the Budd…
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Blue Cliff Record Case 60 - Yunmen's Staff Becomes a Dragon
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 1, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi explores the Blue Cliff Record (Hekiganroku) Case 60 – the true realization of Buddha nature, and understanding the non-dual nature of our realities. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of To…
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This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 19, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi discusses the importance of trusting yourself while also being willing to interrogate your opinions and learn from the wisdom of the lineage and the sangha. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhis…
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Zen and the Creative Process: Dogen's Genjokoan
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This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 5th, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi discusses Dogen's Genjokoan--zen and the creative process (in tribute to Buddhist jazz musician Wayne Shorter). If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in s…
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Blue Cliff Record Case 57 – Joshu’s ‘Nondiscrimination”
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 1, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi explores the Blue Cliff Record (Hekiganroku) Case 57 – Joshu’s “Nondiscrimination”, and the meaning of not picking and choosing. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a don…
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Master Yourself, Be Free (Gateless Gate Case 12)
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on February 25, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi explores the Gateless Gate (Mumonkan) Case 12 – Ruiyen Calls “Master”, and speaks on the business of mastering the self and about freedom. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or…
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This Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on March 8th, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 7th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Wash Your Bowls. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast p…
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This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on February 24, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses chapter eighty of Zen Flesh, Zen Bones: The Real Miracle. When we feel hungry, we eat. When we feel thirst, we drink. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to …
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 26)
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on November 26, 2022 as part of the third Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 26 of this talk series the Reverends conclude discussion of generating love and compassion. If you would like to learn m…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 25)
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on November 26, 2022 as part of the third Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 25 of this talk series Rinsen discusses generating love and compassion. If you would like to learn more about the Buddhi…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 24)
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 29, 2022 as part of the second Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 24 of this talk series the Reverends conclude discussion of the Seven Practices of the Bodhi…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 23)
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 29, 2022 as part of the second Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 23 of this talk series the Reverends continue discussing the Seven Practices of the Bodhisat…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 22)
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 1, 2022 as part of the first Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 22 of this talk series the Reverends continue discussing the Seven Practices of the Bodhisattv…
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Understanding the Daily Liturgy: The Stages of the Mahayana Path (Part 21)
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This talk was given by the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on October 1, 2022 as part of the first Fall Ango Workshop. This workshop is a continuation of the Stages of the Mahayana Path. In part 21 of this talk series the Reverends begin discussing the Seven Practices of the Bodhisattva. …
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Distant Dharma - Be the Buddha of Your Gig
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This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi as part of a distance members zoom meeting on November 20, 2022. In this talk Roshi discusses self-discipline, the I Ching, developing character, caretaking and the home altar, rebirth, holidays, meeting the moment where you are, and reflections on solitude. If you would like to learn more a…
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This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi as part of a distance members zoom meeting on October 9th, 2022. In this talk Roshi discusses seasons of practice, the value of mental and physical healthcare alongside practice when appropriate, encountering mortality, cults, and healthy boundaries. If you would like to learn more about the…
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This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi as part of a distance members zoom meeting on August 21, 2022. In this talk Roshi discusses how to recognize and meet beautifully challenging situations such as working second shift, handling grief, aging, and chronic pain. Roshi also discusses many elements that can arise during retreat suc…
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This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi as part of a distance members zoom meeting on June 12, 2022. In this talk Roshi discusses how to handle chaos, more on the one point and zazen, our ability to connect at a distance, and interacting with the many ways we can engage with practice, including home hermitage when practicing at ho…
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