Podcasts by The Rowdy Buddhist Podcast
This a podcast of short lectures by Kanjin Cederman Shonin of the Enkyoji Buddhist Network. Here we study the basics of Buddhism and give more in depth of these concepts within a modern and easy way to understand and implement the teachings of the Buddha. It is my hope to support those that are interested and practice Buddhism. "Learning is doing!" Let us live our lives in the spirit of enlightenment and work towards creating a Pure Land here and now in our lives... Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/enkyoji-network/support
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Establishing a Meditation Practice from 2023-12-06T17:16:30
We are just going over the basic challenges to establishing a meditation practice. What we need to be aware of and how to apply the appropriate medicine to our challenges so that we can have a cons...
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Meditation, the Art of a Fully Conscious Life from 2023-11-27T15:26:16
This is a recording of the main points of meditation practice and what we need to focus on... --- Support this podcast: Listen
Meditation on Impermanance from 2023-11-20T23:29:38
In this meditation, we focus on impermanence and the factors of it. This is essential as the Buddhist to understand the reality of the world and how attachment to things pause the suffering. --- ...
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What is Learning and Practicing in Buddhism? from 2023-11-12T01:03:17
Perhaps we need to rethink the meaning of learning and practicing in Buddhism and what type of learning are we moving towards? Are we moving towards intellectual understanding or Dhyana Concentrati...
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Priest Osho of Mount Nachi from 2023-10-16T18:31:18
This is a story about a priest who gives up his body. For the practice. Turn up holding of the Lotus Sutra. This references, of course, the scene from chapter 23 of the Medicine King Bodhisattva bu...
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Priest Myotatsu of Ryugeji Temple in Dewa Province from 2023-10-13T20:01:28
This is a story #8, concerning a priest who met King Yama in the in the Underworld. He is given a charge to spread and teach the Lotus Sutra. His teaching allowed people to follow the correct way. ...
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The Preceptor Muku from 2023-10-12T16:50:45
This is a story of a monk who upon his death is able to correct his incorrect behavior after death through the power of the Lotus Sutra. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Zange Kimyo (Accomplishment of Karmic Atonement) from 2023-10-01T18:18:47
In this concept, we make a deep and sincere apology. Resolve from our past wrongdoings and deeds. I take refuge in the Buddha. --- Support this podcast: Listen
The Story of Mt. Hiei Chief Executive Ensho from 2023-09-30T16:49:54
This is a story concerning Chief Executive Priest of Mount Hiei and his passing from a miraculous tails of the Lotus suture from ancient Japan. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Priest Soo of the Mudoji Temple of Mt. Hiei from 2023-09-29T13:36:35
This is a story of the ancient priest Soo, who was said to have been a disciple of Master Jikaku, the third head Priest of Mt. Hiei. Finding faith in the Lotus Sutra, his wish could be fulfilled. ...
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Venerable Master Jikaku of Mount Hiei from 2023-09-26T21:27:03
This is the story of venerable master of Chicago of Mount explaining study, life, and the miraculous events of his death. He became the Third Abbott of the Tendai sect and is mentioned many times i...
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Grand Master Dengyo of Mt. Hiei from 2023-07-04T16:43:06
This is a story from the Miraculous tales of the Lotus Sutra from Ancient Japan focusing specifically on the story of Grandmaster Dengyo and his relationship with the Lotus Sutra. --- Support th...
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Bodhisattva Gyogi from 2023-06-18T13:48:34
This is another story from the book miraculous tales of the Lotus Sutra from ancient Japan written by priest chingen. It's important to understand these stories because they provide us context into...
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Prince Shotoku, The Transmitter of the Buddhist Law from 2023-06-04T13:56:59
I am sharing with everyone the miraculous tales of the Lotus Sutra from ancient Japan which is actually a commonly reference book in ancient commentary and teachings. I think that it is essential f...
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Transforming Pain Through Awareness... from 2023-04-24T14:57:38
This is a very useful meditation in order to use the experience of pain in a beneficial way towards our goal of enlightenment. Also this allows us to transform that which we may consider negative i...
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Body Scan Meditation from 2023-03-27T21:53:47
This is a narrated body scan meditation for you to become aware of the elements connected to your body, moving your awareness to points of tension, and relaxing them. This is a very basic practice ...
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Connecting with Nichiren Shonin... from 2023-03-04T21:38:45
This episode was in response to a question on www.patreon.com how about connecting with our founder Nichiren Shonin. --- Support this podcast: Listen
The Rebel Preacher Nisshin Shonin the "Pot Wearing Saint" from 2023-01-05T20:04:49
This a lecture based on the life and teachings of Nisshin Shonin otherwise known as the Pot Wearing Saint. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Bowing to the Buddha's Feet! Do you feel it? from 2022-12-18T17:36:28
In this episode we talk about following to the Buddha's feet and its meaning, history, and purpose. Two important concepts being, "holding the Buddha's feet in both of our hands" and making deep a...
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The Nakayama Lineage/ Founder Lord Toki Jonin from 2022-11-27T18:57:26
This episode is the beginning of information on the lineage of the Enkoji Buddhist Network. We Begin of course with the founder of our tradition and some of the general history associated with him....
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The Third/Fourth Noble Truth; there is an end to suffering and the Eightfold Path from 2022-09-19T16:33:45
In this episode we talk about this Noble truth about the end of suffering and it's meaning. Being that is usually overlooked or not deeply cultivated we realize the importance of this statement by ...
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The Second Noble Truth: the causes of Suffering... from 2022-09-12T21:10:33
Here we examine the causes of suffering as the Buddha teaches is about craving and the root of ignorance. --- Support this podcast: Listen
The First Noble Truth of Suffering from 2022-09-07T19:56:20
This is a podcast on the 1st of the four noble truths of Buddhism. Many times this teaching is misunderstood in a very simplistic sense. I hope to provide context as well as understanding for the M...
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Do You Really Believe in the Buddha's Teachings or are You Just a Pretend Buddhist? from 2022-07-19T21:32:30
This is a lecture about how we as Buddhists use the teachings and formula of the sutras to shape our path in life. It seems as if many modern people shape the path to their desires rather than towa...
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How do we understand the meaning and teaching of Buddhist terms, such as the name Tathagata? from 2022-07-04T14:08:08
You're probably heard this term many times and simply overlooked at us as a title of the Buddha. In this podcast I share with you how we as Buddhist should understand and study more deeply each of ...
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The "Three Powerful Enemies" from 2022-06-15T16:40:54
Haven't you ever wondered why, since you practice the Lotus Sutra that you might encounter both outside and inside of your Sangha, those who wish to destroy both you and your practice. How does thi...
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The four foundations of Buddhist mindfulness! from 2022-05-18T14:09:26
In this episode we talk about the four foundations of mindfulness and I give a very brief explanation of working through each of them as we move forward towards our goal of Awakening proper insight...
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What should happen after I begin chanting? from 2022-05-07T12:19:51
This section is a response to a typical question received by those who begin practicing Nichiren Buddhism. I wanted to just share some insight as to my own experience and what I have shared with ot...
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Ten Aspects of Good Character from 2022-04-20T13:51:40
This lecture is based on information from the Nirvana Sutra. We talk about the classification of the aspects of a good character. They are based on the five moral precepts of not taking life, not t...
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Is it alright with you? from 2022-03-22T01:34:46
This is a wonderful teaching that was shared to me from one of my Buddhist Brothers in understanding the difference between a practitioner of Buddhism and someone who uses Buddhism for their own me...
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"The Four Immeasurable Minds" of Buddhism. from 2022-02-28T20:16:30
As we can see compassion is one of the major virtues of Buddhist practice. It is important to understand how we receive situations from others and what we give to others in each moment. This teachi...
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Theravada and Mahayana Vehicles of Buddhism. from 2022-02-04T18:34:45
This episode is a discussion on some history and background of these two vehicles of Buddhism. Also we prepared to see how the Lotus Sutra and other sutures relate to each other, as a precedent for...
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The Three Poisons and Three Antidotes from 2022-01-24T23:01:57
In this segment we talk about the three poisons of Buddhism and their antidotes. We talk in depth as to the small and big concepts in our life that we can apply this teaching to and how I can lead ...
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Filial Piety- an attitude of respect for parents and ancestors. from 2021-11-30T00:16:31
In this podcast we discussed the concept of filial piety of respecting one's parents and ancestors. It is my hope that we are able to delve into its origins both within Confucianism and Buddhism. T...
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Defending the Buddha Dharma and The Independent Buddhist movement! from 2021-09-16T23:54:22
In this podcast, I will share the concept of defending the Dharma, from the Nirvana Sutra. Also we discuss the context of the modern phenomenon of the independent Buddhist movement and what the Bud...
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Buddhist tradition for better sleep! from 2021-09-07T03:26:35
In this episode, I would like to share with you some Buddhist traditions and practices that we can incorporate into our daily life that will be able to support our practice and life in a more healt...
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Too much is just as bad as not enough! from 2021-08-18T22:08:44
This is a lecture concerning that in modern times, too much information can be just as bad as not enough information. I make this podcast to help my fellow practitioners on the path to realize this...
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Nichiren Shonin's concept of "Rissho Ankoku" and the causes for natural disasters. from 2021-08-16T00:00:45
This is simply an explanation about understanding the concept of how the "way of the correct law" is interacting with that of nature and as we see in many of Nichiren Shonin writings the cause of n...
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What is the holiday Guru Purnima about? from 2021-07-24T16:42:20
In this podcast we go into the concept of this holiday, it's history, and how to observe it. In the practice of Buddhism we unite ourselves with the great nature. We become aware of how nature can ...
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Is your Buddhist practice all in your head? from 2021-07-20T21:17:39
During this segment we are talking about the concept of practicing Buddhism through thinking and emotional maturity. Many modern Buddhist practitioners simply get information and consider it Buddhi...
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Veneration of the Buddha! Why? from 2021-06-14T18:50:34
This episode is about the veneration of the Buddha! I share how this may be a challenge for the Western & Modern mind in the practice of Buddhism. We might mistakenly discard the value and teaching...
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Be careful of Neo-Buddhism from 2021-05-27T20:22:37
I made this segment because there is a large pitfall in modern interpretations of Buddhism. Actually, Buddhism in the west has been very heavily influenced by these Neo or Modern Buddhist teachings...
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The three stages of life! from 2021-05-20T18:55:29
This episode is an explanation of the three stages of life. In this we can understand how we can be able to integrate our Buddha's practice and to be able to understand to accumulate the correct ba...
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Gaining Life 験 Testimony in Buddhism from 2021-04-27T16:45:06
In the section discuss the concept of 験 "gen" from shugen. Specifically this is the trial, verification, or testing of Buddhist practice through training and experimentation. This is the practical ...
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The medicine to the "Three Kinds of Doubts." from 2021-04-26T21:00:25
This segment is a follow-up to the previous segment based on the three kinds of doubt. I wanted to add this segment separately so that one could understand the basic premise of the three kinds of d...
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The Impediment of Doubt! from 2021-04-26T18:50:31
In this podcast, I'm going to discuss the impediment of doubt within the practice of Buddhism. We are able to see that doubt obstructs are direct practice entertainment of concentration. Do you fin...
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Priorities and Choices in life! from 2021-04-08T19:21:31
In this podcast I talk about how priorities and choices in life can be changed by ones Outlook and understanding of the Buddha Dharma. To change one's life, we must begin with the little things tha...
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Acquiring Good Spiritual Friends from 2021-03-22T20:44:45
A wonderful teaching that further clarifies and awakens us to the great impact of causes and conditions around us. We are constantly being influenced by who we associate, what we eat, and what we t...
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Who is Grandmaster Tien-Tai? from 2021-03-05T19:46:47
You may have heard me speak of Grandmaster tentai many times during my lectures. But you may also be asking, what did he create, what did he teach, why does he have such a great connection with Nic...
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Is Mara, in Buddhism, the same as the Devil in the West? from 2021-03-04T19:55:48
In this podcast, I wanted to share some insight about how we look at the spiritual elements through Western eyes. Through my practice, I have seen that there is another dimension of understanding t...
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Is the study of emptiness an evil teaching? from 2021-03-01T00:44:41
This is something that we as Western modern Buddhists need to study and learn about. What did Nichiren Shonin mean by "Zen Devils" with mistaken views. Where did he get this idea? Here I offer some...
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What's is in a Buddhist name? from 2021-02-18T19:34:54
Recently, I had to honor to hold a Tokudo ceremony for my student to enter the path of becoming a novice priest. I gave him a new Dharma name (HoMyo) to him. This episode, explains what that means ...
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How is your daily practice? from 2021-01-19T23:21:53
This is the most fundamental question that every practitioner should ask themselves everyday! Kihon or fundamentals are the foundation of our lives. --- Support this podcast: Listen
What does "Namu Myoho Renge Kyo" have to do with it? from 2021-01-12T18:53:10
We look into the Wisdom of Nichiren Shonin's understanding of the power and purpose of the Odaimoku in the Age of the Declining Dharma. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Why am I not comfortable in my practice? from 2021-01-04T20:18:06
This is going to be a shocker for many people who perhaps have a wrong view of what Buddhism will teach us. Only listen if you dare to challenge your idea of the purpose of Buddhist practice. --- ...
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One Hour Odaimoku (Namu Myoho Renge Kyo) Chanting from 2020-12-31T01:13:33
Join us for chanting the Odaimoku (Namu Myoho Renge Kyo). --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
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The Noble Eightfold Path; Right Concentration from 2020-12-30T20:41:23
In this episode, we finish our series with the eighth factor of the Noble Eightfold Path series, with a lecture on Right Concentration. In modern times this word concentration is everywhere, but wh...
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The Eightfold Path; "Right Mindfulness" from 2020-12-11T19:25:30
In this episode we will cover "Right Mindfulness." The seventh of the Eightfold Path. With this word being thrown around everywhere, it is important as a Buddhist practitioner to understand its mea...
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The Rowdy Nichiren Buddhist (Trailer) from 2020-11-29T00:16:25
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The Model for the Phases of Learning! from 2020-11-23T22:07:36
In this lecture, I will share the concept of Shu-Ha-Ri. These are the 3 phases in one learns anything and allows one to become innovative. It is important to understand this in anything that we wis...
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The Noble Eightfold Path; "Right Effort" Part 2 from 2020-11-02T19:01:38
This is the second part of "Right Effort." Where we examine more in-depth Unwholesome and Wholesome States of Mind through the "Five Impediments" and the "Seven Components of Awakening!" --- Sup...
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The Noble Eightfold Path; "Right Effort" Part 1 from 2020-11-02T18:29:13
This is the first part of the Noble Eightfold Path "Right Effort." Here we discuss the practical application through the "Four Mental States" that allow us to cultivate our "Right Effort." --- S...
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Take it to the Mountain! from 2020-10-12T22:08:41
A example of bringing experiential practice to our daily study and practice. Challenging preconceived and irrational concepts to bring a balanced nature that is conducive to tranquility. --- Sup...
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The Noble Eightfold Path; "Right Livelihood" from 2020-10-12T21:48:44
This the the "Right Livelihood" of "Noble Eightfold Path." What type of job should we have as a student of the Buddha and Nichiren Shonin. --- Support this podcast: Listen
The Noble Eightfold Path; "Right Action" from 2020-10-06T01:20:47
This is the concept of "Right Action" of the Noble Eightfold Path. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/s...
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The Noble Eightfold Path; "Right Speech" from 2020-09-14T18:11:38
This is the third of the 8 Fold Noble Truth. In it I explain the 4 aspects and how to understand each one. This is a powerful aspect to influence and change one's direction in life. --- Support ...
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The Noble Eightfold Path: "Right Intention" from 2020-08-10T19:52:22
In this podcast, I will be lecturing concerning the concept of Right Intention found in the noble Eightfold Path. With Gassho... --- Support this podcast: Listen
The Noble Eightfold Path: "Right View" from 2020-08-04T20:04:57
This is the beginning of a new series on the Eight-Fold Path. First we begin with the Right View. I hope that you will join us for this new series. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Continuation of Buddha-nature lecture. from 2020-07-28T18:55:15
This lecture is to give you a little more insight into Master Tien Tai's concept of the three-fold Buddha nature and Nichiren Shonins understanding and implementation of this concept. --- Suppor...
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The Three Aspects of Buddha-nature. What it takes to be a Buddha! from 2020-07-16T18:34:07
In this we discuss the "Three Aspects of Buddha-nature" as taught by Master Tien Tai and practice by Nichiren Shonin. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Loss of the Three Treasures from 2020-07-14T00:52:31
The true mind of the Lotus Sutra and the vow of the Eternal Buddha. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/...
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What banner are you holding up in protest or faith? from 2020-07-02T19:14:30
This is a lecture on a deeper understanding of the Six paramita in our lives. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoj...
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The Way of Self-Training from 2020-06-26T15:00:41
This is a lecture of the importance of Self-Training stemming from true Gratitude... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm...
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6th Paramita Wisdom (Prajna) from 2020-06-08T18:43:31
This is the last section of the Six Paramitas. Sorry, at 11:28 my phone rang, just so that you are not startled. --- Support this podcast: Listen
5th Paramita Concentration (Meditation) from 2020-06-04T19:01:31
This is the 5th Paramita of Mahayana Buddhism... True concentration and insight... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/e...
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4th Paramita (Ceaseless Effort) from 2020-06-01T18:52:20
Today we lecture on the teaching of the 4th Paramita of "ceaseless effort" which includes energy, Vigor, endurance, diligence and enthusiasm. --- Support this podcast: Listen
4th Paramita Shojin (Ceaseless Effort) from 2020-06-01T18:52:20
Today we lecture on the teaching of the 4th Paramita of "ceaseless effort" which includes energy, Vigor, endurance, diligence and enthusiasm. --- Support this podcast: Listen
Third Paramita (Patience) from 2020-05-29T17:58:52
Patience the practice if Jofukyo Bodhisattva. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
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Second Paramita (Discipline) from 2020-05-27T18:05:31
In this segment, I discuss the second Paramita of Discipline. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/suppor...
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Six Paramitas (Perfections) First Generosity from 2020-05-26T18:37:12
In this episode, we share the concept of the Six Paramitas in continuation of the guide and student concept introduced in the last segment. In this particular segment we introduce Dana (generosity)...
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Six Paramitas (Perfections) from 2020-05-26T18:37:12
In this episode, we share the concept of the Six Paramitas in continuation of the guide and student concept introduced in the last segment. In this particular segment we introduce Dana (generosity)...
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There is a difference between a teacher and a guide. from 2020-05-22T17:44:04
In this segment I go further into the realization of what a true guide is. I hope that you enjoy. Direct any questions to seattlebuddhist@hotmail.com. thank you for your sponsor...
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Teacher- Student RelationshipPart 2 from 2020-05-20T19:03:35
This is a follow-up to our last segment... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
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Teacher- Student Relationship from 2020-05-18T19:08:33
What is it and why? Is it necessary, can't I do it on my own. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/suppo...
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Misunderstandings of what the practice of Buddhism is! from 2020-05-17T21:24:05
In this episode I share the misunderstandings that have been promoted in the modern marketing of Buddhism. It may surprise you to know that emptiness is not the true goal or simply feeling positive...
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What does the Pandemic mean? from 2020-05-14T17:24:57
At this time such a life challenge can bring about the correct mindset towards change from ego to heart. Don't waste the opportunity... --- Support this podcast: Listen
A new way to approach Buddhism! from 2020-05-13T17:09:16
A new awakening to Buddhist practice. Come join me and change your life! --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-net...
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Abstaining from False Speech from 2019-08-27T03:10:43
This is a short episode on False Speech. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
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What does sexual misconduct mean? from 2019-02-10T16:39:48
This is the third precept of "Sexual Misconduct". --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
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The basics of Social Interaction (Precepts) from 2019-02-05T19:11:22
The first and second precepts in the building blocks of correct meditation. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-...
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Are you in a Sangha? from 2019-01-29T17:43:01
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What's Patience got to do with it? from 2019-01-09T00:30:16
Preparatory practices for correct concentration and insight. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/suppor...
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Inspiration that is needed to inspire one's practice! from 2019-01-07T19:33:13
As in the previous lecture I spoke on the most important question that is needed to practice. Now, I speak on the inspiration that is needed to sustain a practice. --- Support this podcast: Listen
This is the most Important Question of Your Life! from 2018-12-27T18:44:06
This is a lecture on the most important aspect needed to study a spiritual path. --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enk...
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The basic building blocks of Buddhist Practice. from 2018-09-19T16:44:39
The human concept of empathy and shame. With Gassho... --- Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/enkyoji-network/support
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The Essence of Practice (The fragrance of the Lotus) from 2018-09-05T05:09:44
This is concerning the essence of Practice that is found in many of the different paths such as Tea Ceremony or the Martial Arts. This is known as experiencing "The Fragrance of the Lotus." --- ...
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