Buddhist Temple Of Toledo Podcast

This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 2 of the Blue Cliff Record, "Joshu's Supreme Way". This case explores the pitfalls of picking and choosing, but what does that mean in a life that requires many decisions? To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Reverend Rinsen continues to explore the ango subject of simplicity and explores how Master Dogen talks about desire in his teachings and how that compares to the Eight Awakenings of Great Beings, said to be The Buddha's final teaching. To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Reverend Rinsen explores the second awakening of Master Dogen's The Eight Awakenings of Great Beings.  This awakening challenges us to be aware of how much we actually need in any given moment or situation.   To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of facing ourselves so that we can grow within our own practice. 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.org.

This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores the teacher student relationship in terms of the the covenant used with Shoken Students at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  Through this public covenant, Shoken Students make a formal commitment to their training and to service in the Sangha. To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

    To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org

This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the growth you experience when you truly see and work with your own life. 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.org.

This Dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this episode, Rinsen Sensei explores Wumen's or (Mumon) postscript to the Gateless Gate written at the end of the summer teachings in 1228. The Gateless Gate is a central study of Zen Buddhist.  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.org 

This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk, Rinsen Sensei examines the role of Kanzeon Bodhisattva.  This traditional Buddhist manifestation of compassion is more than a statue, but is embodied the various aspect of yourself.  How is that the Bodhisattva of compassion moves through the world?  How do you move through the world dear one? To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the importance of carrying your practice with you throughout all aspects of your life, including your interactions with the greater 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 buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

This Dharma Talk was given by Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk, Rinsen examines the monastic training tradition that has transmitted Zen practice for over 2000 years.  How can we engage in this practice outside of the monastery in the modern world? To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org   

This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores becoming the Way, the importance of showing up knowing that you don't know, and letting go of the need to know. 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.org.

This Dharma Talk was given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  Sensei uses Case 38 of the Gateless Gate (Wu-Tsu's Buffalo Passes Through a Window) to examine how the seemingly opaque stories of the koan tradition can be used to bring life and immediacy to our Zen practice. To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

Hunger for the Great Way is essential if you are to complete Zen training.  However, it is not a sprint.  It is the effort of a lifetime.  So how do you pace yourself? In this Dharma Talk given by Rinsen Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, he explores the role that Ango plays in the annual training cycle, and why it is important to intensify and relax at the correct times. To learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast, visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org 

This is a dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.   In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores case 38 of the Gateless Gate (Wuzu’s ox tail).    Rinsen Sensei asks how we can discover our true selves and live authentically, rather than get hooked into the stories we (and others) tell.   If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or make a donation in support of this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

This is a Dharma talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. In this talk, Rinsen Sensei explores Illness, Old Age, and Death with the Passing of Buddha and his final teaching from his Death Bed.   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.org

This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores the radiating mind and what is left when we drop the stories we create about ourselves. 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.org.

This is a Dharma Talk given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk Rinsen Sensei explores how taking Refuge in the Buddha and the teachings is the opening step to practice of 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 buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.

This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo. Sensei explores the 

This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo.  In this talk, Rinsen uses case 97 from the Book of Serenity.  Rinsen uses this ancient case to explore how we meet the reality of each moment in a world of ever changing and unexpected circumstances. If you would like learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, or to make a contribution to this podcast, please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.