Buddhist Temple of Toledo Podcast

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 support of this podcast please visit buddhisttempleof...

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 Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in s...

 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 Toledo or to make a donation in support of this p...

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 Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in suppor...

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 support of this podcast please visit buddhisttemple...

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 donation in support of this podcast please visit bu...

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 to make a donation in support of this podcast p...

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 please visit buddhisttempleoftoledo.org.   Part of...

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 make a donation in support of this podcast ple...

 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 more about the Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to m...

 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 Buddhist Temple of Toledo or to make a donation in su...

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 Bodhisattva.   If you would like to learn more about th...

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 B...

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 Bud...

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 Buddhi...

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...

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 i...

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 sens...

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 Bu...

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 buddhisttem...

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 pleas...

 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 b...

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 buddhisttemple...

 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