Buddhist Temple Of Toledo Podcast

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 Bodhisattva.   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.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

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 Bodhisattva.   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.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

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.   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.   Part of the Stages of the Mahayana Path series.

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 about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org   Part of the Distant Dharma series.

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 Buddhist Temple of Toledo ro to make a donation in support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org. Part of the Distant Dharma series.

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 such as strong emotions, keeping custody of your senses, and perception of thoughts, as well as the importance of establishing a home practice, our relationship with the dharma, and art in Zen. 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 Part of the Distant Dharma series

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 home.   If you would like to learn more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo, to make a donation in support of this podcast, or view our events schedule please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org   Part of the Distant Dharma series.

This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi as part of a distance members zoom meeting on November 14, 2021. In this talk Roshi discusses zazen practice, the hara or ‘center’ point, shikantaza, and koan while touching on several other topics.   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   Part of the Distant Dharma series.

This talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi as part of a distance members zoom meeting on October 10, 2021. In this talk Roshi discusses letting go, the daily liturgy, dozing off during zazen, and trusting yourself, with a brief mondo (Q&A session) to conclude.   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   Part of the Distant Dharma series.

 This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on February 19, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei begins with chapter one of Zen Flesh, Zen Bones compiled by Paul Reps, discussing developing equanimity in our lives.   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 Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on February 12, 2023. In this talk, Rinsen Roshi discusses the joy and wisdom to be found in friendship as a spiritual 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 the Reverends Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi and Karen Do'on Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 29, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi and Do'on Sensei share a teaching on letting go of winning and losing and finding joy. 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 Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 28, 2023. In this talk Rinsen Roshi discusses finding the joy and peace in even the most mundane or harrowing of moments.   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 Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 8, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei begins with chapter one of Zen Flesh, Zen Bones compiled by Paul Reps, discussing some of the work we do to awaken the body during Zen 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 teisho talk was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 27, 2023. In this talk, Do'on Sensei discusses the pebbles that we find on our spritual path and where the rubber hits the roat of 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 the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 22, 2023. In this talk, Do'on Sensei discusses the Zen story "Finding a Diamond on a Muddy Road" from the collection Zen Flesh, Zen Bones. 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 Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on February 15th, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 6th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Buddha Holds Up A Flower. 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.   Part of Reverend Do'on's Teisho on the Mumonkan series.

This dharma talk was given by the Reverend Jay Rinsen Weik Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 15, 2023. Rinsen Roshi shares how joy is possible--that the Buddha taught that we can live joyfully in any moment with love. To live our authentic human life is joy.  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 Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on February 1st, 2023. In this talk Do’on Sensei continues her discussion on the 5th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Xiangyan's Up a Tree. 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.   Part of Reverand Do'on's Teisho on the Mumonkan series.

This Teisho was given by the Reverend Karen Do’on Weik Sensei at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on January 4, 2022. In this talk Do’on Sensei discusses the 5th case from the Mumonkan (aka The Gateless Gate) known as Xiangyan's Up a Tree. 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.   Part of Reverand Do'on's Teisho on the Mumonkan series.