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These are podcasts of the most recent dhamma talks presented at weekly meditation classes and retreats of the Cross River Meditation Center. All past Dhamma talks are available at CrossRiverMeditation.com. Dhamma subjects include The Four Noble Truths and The Eightfold Path, Anicca, Dukkha, and Anat…

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    Sublime Attitudes: Goodwill Brian 05312025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2025 31:11


    On this episode, Brian discusses the importance of Metta, or Goodwill and how it relates to the Noble Eightfold Path. The first of four Brahmaviharas, or Sublime Attitudes. We will be reviewing these attitudes for the next few weeks. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Sixteen - Recap 05/24/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 24, 2025 39:36


    On this episode, Brian provides a recap of the Truth of Happiness series, covering everything from holding the precepts to the ending of the effluents, the four noble truths, and dependent co-arising. A group discussion follows. Over the next several weeks we will be reviewing the Brahmaviharas, or the sublime abidings. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Fifteen - Aflame Matt 05/24/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2025 55:07


    On this episode, Matt covers Week Fifteen of the Truth of Happiness covering the Aditta-pariyaya Sutta, the All is aflame. A group discussion follows. We will be wrapping up the Truth of Happiness next weekend with an integration / recap session. Details and past classes can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Fourteen - Ratana Sutta / Precepts Matt 05/10/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2025 42:39


    On this episode, Matt covers Week Fourteen of the Truth of Happiness covering the Ratana Sutta and recapping the precepts. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted. 

    TOH Week Thirteen - Effluents Brian 05/03/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later May 3, 2025 48:46


    On this episode, Brian covers Week Thirteen of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the effluents, the underlying conditions that both create and perpetuate dukkha. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Twelve - Hindrances Jen 04/26/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 29, 2025 32:35


    On this episode, Jen covers Week Twelve of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the common hindrances to our practice. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Eleven - Kamma and Rebirth Brian 04/19/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2025 40:31


    On this episode, Brian covers Week Eleven of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the Buddha's awakenings and the central importance that Kamma and Rebirth play in our daily practice. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Ten - Dependent Origination Jen 04/12/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 12, 2025 47:47


    On this episode, Jen covers Week Ten of the Truth of Happiness and discusses Dependent Origination, or Dependent Co-arising, the process by which we give birth to stress and suffering. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Nine - The Five Clinging Aggregates Brian 04/05/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 5, 2025 35:03


    On this episode, Brian covers Week Nine of the Truth of Happiness and discusses the Five Clinging Aggregates, along with an aggregates meditation. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Eight - Three Perceptions Jen 03/29/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2025 55:36


    On this episode, Jen covers Week Eight of the Truth of Happiness with the Three Marks of Existence, also referred to as the Three Perceptions. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Should you have any questions, or wish to join us via Zoom, please Contact us via our website.    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    TOH Week Seven - 8FP - Wisdom Brian 03/22/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2025 24:39


    On this episode, Brian covers Week Seven of the Truth of Happiness continuing the Eightfold Path with the Wisdom factors, Right View and Right Resolve. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.  

    Spring Hybrid Retreat - Sacca-Vibhanga Part 3 Jen - 03/16/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 17, 2025 40:50


    On this episode, Jen finishes our weekend retreat with Part 3 of the Sacca-vibhanga Sutta with a discussion on the eightfold path. A class discussion follows. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    Spring Hybrid Retreat - Sacca-Vibhanga Part 2 Matt - 03/15/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 31:52


    On this episode, Matt continues our Spring Retreat with the second part of the Sacca-Vibhanga Sutta going into more detail about the first three noble truths. A class discussion follows. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    Spring Hybrid Retreat - Sacca-Vibhanga Sutta Part 1 Brian - 03/15/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 15, 2025 39:38


    On this episode, Brian discusses the first part of the Sacca-Vibhanga Sutta with a discussion on the Dhamma Wheel and the First Noble Truth. A class discussion follows. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Week Six - 8FP - Concentration Matt 03/08/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 8, 2025 30:10


    On this episode, Matt covers Week Six of the Truth of Happiness continuing the eightfold path with the Concentration factors. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Week Five - 8FP - Virtue Brian 03/01/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 1, 2025 31:25


    On this episode, Brian covers Week Five of the Truth of Happiness, the virtue factors of the eightfold path. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Week Four - Fabrications Matt 02/22/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 22, 2025 38:04


    On this episode, Matt covers Week Four of the Truth of Happiness focusing on the need for skillful fabrications. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Week Three - Four Noble Truths Brian 02/15/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 15, 2025 45:24


    On this episode, Brian covers Week Three of the Truth of Happiness focusing on the Four Noble Truths. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Week Two - Mindfulness Jen 02/08/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 10, 2025 44:11


    On this episode, Jen covers Week Two of the Truth of Happiness focusing on the Four Foundations of Mindfulness. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Meditation Brian 02/01/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 1, 2025 43:06


    On this episode, Brian covers Week One of the Truth of Happiness and provides an overview of the Four Noble Truths in relation to our practice and meditation in particular. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next several weeks on this material. Next week we will cover the Four Foundations of Mindfulness. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support

    TOH Introduction / Expectations Matt & Brian 01/25/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2025 56:12


    On this episode, Matt and Brian provide an introduction to the Truth of Happiness (TOH) focusing on cultivating virtue in tandem with mediation practice. A group discussion follows. We will be spending the next 12 weeks or so covering this material. Details and readings can be found at Classes - Cross River Meditation   Please join us for mediation and discussions on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Cross River Support   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation or visit our website at crossrivermeditation.com

    Dhammapada Chapter 25 Monks Brian 01/18/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2025 22:38


    On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 25: Monks.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation or visit us at crossrivermeditation.com

    Dhammapada Chapter 24 Craving Matt 01/14/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 17, 2025 37:09


    On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 24: Craving.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 23 Elephants Jen 01/11/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2025 24:13


    On this episode, Jen continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 23: Elephants.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 22 Hell Matt 01/07/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 26:38


    On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 22: Hell.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 21 Miscellany Matt 01/04/2025

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 4, 2025 35:26


    On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 21: Miscellany.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 20 The Path Brian 12/28/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2024 17:18


    On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 20: The The Path.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 19 The Judge Tom 12/21/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 21, 2024 31:59


    On this episode, Tom continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 19: The Judge.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 18 Impurities Ram 12/17/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 32:05


    On this episode, Ram continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 18: Impurities.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 17 Anger Brian 12/14/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2024 26:41


    On this episode, Brian continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 17: Anger.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 16 Dear Ones DTMatt 12/10/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 12, 2024 20:12


    On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 16: Dear Ones.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 15 Happy Jen 12/07/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 7, 2024 37:05


    On this episode, Jen continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 15: Happy.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 14 Awakened Matt 12/03/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 29:27


    On this episode, Matt continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 14: Awakened.   Please join us for (interim) classes on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 13 Worlds DTBrian 11/30/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 30, 2024 26:20


    This week Brian continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 13: Worlds.   Please join us for group meditations on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or classes on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 12 Self Jen 11/23/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 23, 2024 47:45


    This week Jen continues our review of the Dhammapada (as translated by Thanissaro Bhikkhu) with Chapter 12: Self.   Please join us for group meditations on Tuesdays at 7:15pm eastern or classes on Saturday mornings at 8:30am eastern, both in person and via zoom at https://zoom.us/j/9083919079    If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     Should you feel motivated to do so, please support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation   Questions or comments can be directed to Cross River Mediation

    Dhammapada Chapter 11 Aging DTBrian 11/16/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 16, 2024 26:12


    Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern US Time.   Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap     If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation   To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chatper 8 Thousands DTJen 10/26/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 3, 2024 29:04


    Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern US Time.   Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap     If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation   To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chapter 7 Arahants DTBrian 10/19/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 19, 2024 19:51


    Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern US Time.   Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap     If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation   To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chapter 6 The Wise DTMatt 10/12/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 12, 2024 38:15


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern US Time.   Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap     If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation   To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Sati Retreat - Mindfulness of In and Out Breath - 60 Minute Meditation - DT Brian 10/05/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 7, 2024 75:59


    The following Dhamma talk was taken from our recent Sati (Mindfulness) retreat. The talk is followed by a 60-minute, guided meditation, with a chance to stretch every 20 minutes. We encourage you to listen and integrate this into your individual practice. As always, please reach out with any questions or comments.   Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time.   Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap     If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.     To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation   To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chapter 5 Fools DTTom 09/28/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 28, 2024 34:06


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chapter 4 Blossoms DTBrian 09/21/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 21, 2024 27:34


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chapter 3 The Mind DTBrian 09/14/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2024 32:01


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean, iTunes, or Spotify you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Meditation To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Cross River Meditation

    Dhammapada Chapter 2 Heedfulness DTMatt 09/07/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 10, 2024 24:00


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Dhammapada Chapter 1 Pairs DTBrian 08/31/2024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2024 17:27


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browser:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Wise Restraint - Understanding Dispassion - Cula-Vedalla Sutta - DT Brian 08242024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 24, 2024 27:59


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday (meditation only) at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browse:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations. Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Wise Restraint - Understanding Dispassion - Cula-Vedalla Sutta - DT Mary 08202024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 37:55


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browse:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio and video recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  Video Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom and preserve the legacy of our friend and teacher John Haspel, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations.  Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Wise Restraint - Understanding Dispassion - Sikkha Sutta - DT Brian 08172024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 17, 2024 24:29


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browse:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio and video recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  Video Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom and preserve the legacy of our friend and teacher John Haspel, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations.  Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Wise Restraint - Understanding Dispassion - Sikkha Sutta - DT Matt 08132024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 42:35


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browse:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio and video recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  Video Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom and preserve the legacy of our friend and teacher John Haspel, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations.  Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Wise Restraint - Understanding Dispassion - Dukkha Sutta - DT Brian 08102024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 10, 2024 26:05


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browse:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio and video recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  Video Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom and preserve the legacy of our friend and teacher John Haspel, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations.  Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

    Wise Restraint - Understanding Dispassion - Dukkha Sutta - DT Matt 08062024

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 8, 2024 55:10


    This is a recording from Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey. Our Dhamma classes are streamed live via Zoom on Tuesday at 7:15 pm and Saturday at 8:30 am Eastern Us Time. Join Live Through your web browse:  https://zoom.us/j/9083919079  Join Live Through your Android device here: Zoom Android App  Join Live Through your IOS device here: Zoom IOS Ap   There are guided meditations, more than 300 restored Suttas and 800 Dhamma class recordings at Becoming-Buddha.com Each Dhamma class will have a meditation session followed by a Dhamma talk and Sangha discussion. We conclude with mindfulness of Metta.   New audio and video recordings are posted typically within twenty-four hours post-class:   Podcast/Audio Archive  Video Archive  If you are subscribed to our Podcast on Podbean or iTunes, you will receive notifications when new episodes are posted.   To schedule private, individual, or group Dhamma instruction via video conference please Email Cross River Dhamma To continue to develop and share the Buddha's timeless wisdom and preserve the legacy of our friend and teacher John Haspel, we offer weekly classes, both online and in person, both residential and local retreats, and our website with its extensive video and audio archive.  None of this would be possible without your support and donations.  Please continue to support us by donating here: Support Becoming-Buddha Cross River Dhamma

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