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This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.26 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24295/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.26 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24295/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.25 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24293/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.25 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://www.youtube.com/live/SZEpDpDpXoA?si=Q8cOhhcUMHr86RYd&t=1797. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24293/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.24 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24291/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.24 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* Video of this talk is available at: https://www.youtube.com/live/wuMuN8Rg8x8?si=tarbspxyGxzPLda8&t=1855. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24291/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.23 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24289/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.23 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24289/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Eight. Christmas week invites us to slow down, reflect, and focus on the humility of Jesus Christ—but Jude 11 reminds us that not every spirit operating in religious spaces reflects His heart. In this episode, we examine Korah's rebellion and contrast the pride that fuels spiritual rebellion with the humility displayed in the birth of Jesus. […] The post Why Humility Is Part of the Beautiful Christmas Spirit appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul Why Money Hungering Greed Is Not God’s Way To Happiness Why Your Conversation About Angels Needs to be Respectful
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.22 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24287/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal on 2025.12.22 at the Insight Meditation Center in Redwood City, CA. ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24287/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
In this podcast. Bhante Sathi explains the deeper purpose of the Five Precepts—not as religious rules, but as ethical guidelines that prevent harm, cultivate awareness, and support both societal harmony and spiritual growth. He explains that each precept is explored as a practice of intention, emphasizing non-harm in actions and speech. In the discussion portion, he highlights the importance of not enabling harmful behavior in others and advises offering guidance while being respectful of boundaries.
Members' Episode 4 of "Dragon Ascendant" just dropped on the Patreon, in which we discuss the alleged Five Precepts of Date Masamune and how they're fictional. Here's what you need to know.Script and sources available at http://riverside-wings.comSubscribe to Riversidewings on Patreon, or buy some merch at Fourthwall. (Music is "Shinshun Ryoutei," "Kyoto no Ohayashi," "Hokora Uta," and "Yamagami no Yashiro," from 「MOMIZizm MUSiC(もみじば)|フリーBGM 」)
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Seven. Greed has always been one of the most dangerous distortions of spiritual leadership. In Jude 10–11, false teachers are exposed as people who abandon God's way for personal gain, following the paths of Cain and Balaam. This episode of Light on Life takes a clear-eyed look at Balaam's error—how greed, divination, and profit-driven prophecy stand […] The post Why Money Hungering Greed Is Not God’s Way To Happiness appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: Why Your Conversation About Angels Needs to be Respectful Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul
Bhante Sathi explains that the five precepts existed before the Buddha and arose naturally from mindful communities recognizing their own desire for safety, well-being, and escape from harm. By understanding our instinct for self-preservation, we learn to extend that same respect and care to others, forming the foundations of ethical conduct. Ultimately, these precepts function as tools for inner growth, allowing us to cultivate mindfulness, responsibility, and freedom from self-created suffering.
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Six. In today's world, some so-called spiritual leaders make bold claims, but behind those claims often lies a dangerous deception. Jude's warning about false teachers is just as relevant now as it was in the first century. These individuals speak against what they don't understand, rely on their own instincts instead of truth, and follow the […] The post How To Spot Rogue Teachers Threatening The Faith Of Believers appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers
In this message, Pastor Josh Brown teaches the power of remembering what God has done. Before Israel ever fought a single battle in the Promised Land, God commanded them to build a memorial. Not a weapon. Not a wall. A reminder.From Deuteronomy 6 to Joshua 3–4, we see that God takes remembrance seriously because gratitude grows wherever remembrance is planted.Israel was always tempted to forget God's faithfulness—and so are we. But when we stack stones (moments, memories, and testimonies), we anchor our gratitude and strengthen our faith for what's ahead.Topics in today's message include:Why God told Israel, “Be careful not to forget.”Crossing the Jordan at flood stageThe meaning of the twelve memorial stonesGod's Presence, Precepts, Provision, Power, and PositioningHow to “stack stones” in your own lifeWhy regret cannot define your futureHow nostalgia can become an idolDeveloping your personal story with GodThe testimony that shapes generationsKey Line:“Gratitude grows wherever remembrance is planted.”Let this message call you back to remembering the faithfulness of God—and let it move you into the future with confidence and gratitude.#OverflowChurch #PastorJoshBrown #PracticeOfGratitude #StackingStones #Joshua4 #Deuteronomy6 #Remember #Testimony #ChristianSermon #GratitudeSupport the show
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Five. We're living in a time when people talk lightly about spiritual things—especially angels—without realizing the weight Scripture places on that conversation. Jude 4–10 pulls back the curtain and shows us why our words about the unseen world matter. Angels take center stage in this passage, not for fascination, but for instruction: fallen angels judged for […] The post Why Your Conversation About Angels Needs to be Respectful appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul More of The Real Scoop on Teaching Angels in Heavenly Host University Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers
Accepting others as ourselves. Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn. Automated Transcript The post The Buddhist Precepts appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Four. Thankfulness isn't seasonal — it's an attitude that shapes your walk with God. In this episode, we explore Ephesians 5:20, the dangers of taking life for granted, and how gratitude reveals your value system. The post Why An Outstanding Attitude Helps You Skyrocket appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: No related posts.
Philippians 4:6-9 Printable Outline: 11-23-25 Sermon audio: 11-23-25
Worship isn't always neat, predictable, or photogenic—and this passage proves it. In this message, we look at David's uneasy journey with the ark and the lessons hidden inside a “wobbly” moment of worship.You'll discover:A DESIRE for the PRESENCE of God (vv. 1–5)A DELIGHT for the PRECEPTS of God (vv. 6–11)A DEDICATION to the PRAISE of God (vv. 12–14)If your worship life has ever felt shaky, off-balance, or downright messy, this message offers a clear path back to what matters most—seeking God's presence, honoring His ways, and celebrating His goodness with your whole heart.Support the showThank you for listening to this podcast! Follow Pastor James D. Gailliard on all social media @jdgailliard and get connected with Word Tabernacle Church by going to https://wordtab.net/ #EveryoneThriving
Worship isn't always neat, predictable, or photogenic—and this passage proves it. In this message, we look at David's uneasy journey with the ark and the lessons hidden inside a “wobbly” moment of worship.You'll discover:A DESIRE for the PRESENCE of God (vv. 1–5)A DELIGHT for the PRECEPTS of God (vv. 6–11)A DEDICATION to the PRAISE of God (vv. 12–14)If your worship life has ever felt shaky, off-balance, or downright messy, this message offers a clear path back to what matters most—seeking God's presence, honoring His ways, and celebrating His goodness with your whole heart.Support the showThank you for listening to this podcast! Follow Pastor James D. Gailliard on all social media @jdgailliard and get connected with Word Tabernacle Church by going to https://wordtab.net/ #EveryoneThriving
SummaryIn this conversation, Nathan Crankfield discusses his return to the Locals community, sharing plans to revive engagement and emphasize the importance of giving within Christianity. He reflects on personal experiences, including family changes and community building, while addressing the challenges of generosity in modern life. The discussion also touches on financial management tools and the precepts of the Catholic Church, encouraging listeners to consider their own giving practices and the transformative power of generosity.Chapters00:00 Introduction01:32 The Importance of Giving in Christianity04:16 Personal Life Updates and Family Journey09:33 Understanding the Call to Give12:35 The Precepts of the Catholic Church14:59 Statistics on Catholic Giving20:56 The Role of Generosity in Personal Growth25:45 How Quickly Costs Add Up31:20 Final ThoughtsIf you enjoyed this content, please follow this podcast and find us on your socials! LinkedIn: @seeking-excellenceTikTok: @nathancrankfieldYoutube: @seekingexcellence_Instagram: @seekingexcellence_Apple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/seeking-excellence-with-nathan-crankfield/id1528863617Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/3E5Y4v5btc2OGYuoWVbRGM?si=832c88f869484f09&nd=1&dlsi=01e09bb1226e4bacFind exclusive content on Locals as a paid or unpaid supporter:https://seekingexcellence.locals.com/.
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty-Three. Deception isn't new — it's been trying to slither its way into God's people since the first century. Jude warns us that certain people “crept in unnoticed,” slipping into the church wearing masks of godliness while spreading ideas that distort truth, dismiss authority, and deny Jesus Himself. Their tactics haven't changed. Today, deception still operates […] The post Seven Sins Of The Seriously Deceptive Soul appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians
Lesson 14 – A Song With Divine Dialogue I. God Speaks Through His World — His Revelation In The Sky (Psalm 19:1–6) A. A Perceivable Testimony (V.1) B. A Persistent Testimony (V.2) C. A Pervasive Testimony (Vv.3–6) ● Romans 1:20 ● Psalm 53:1 II. God Speaks Through His Word — His Revelation In The Scriptures (Psalm 19:7–14) A. God's Word Is Powerful (Vv.7–9) Six Amazing Qualities Of God's Word: 1. It Converts Us — V.7a 2. It Coaches Us — V.7b 3. It Cheers Us — V.8a 4. It Civilizes Us — V.8b 5. It Cleanses Us — V.9a 6. It Clears Us — V.9b Observe The Three Sets: 1. Titles - God Gives His Word: ○ Law, Testimony, Precepts, Commandments, Judgments 2. Traits - God Declares About His Word: ○ Perfect, Sure, Right, Pure, True, Righteous 3. Treasures - It Provides: ○ Restoring The Soul, Making Wise The Simple, Rejoicing The Heart, Enlightening The Eyes B. God's Word Is Precious (Vv.10–14) ✔ It Contents Us — V.10 ✔ It Counsels Us — V.11 ✔ It Changes Us — V.12 Hebrews 5:14 ✔ It Corrects Us — Vv.13–14
A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "The Precepts of Concentration"
Today, we take a look at challenges that humanities precepts are facing, the annual Scholars Institute Fellows Program First-Gen week, and the town council's response to development plans for the Westminster Choir College campus.
Ajahn Dhammasiha's formal Dhamma Talk at the Robe Offering Ceremony at Dhammagiri Forest Hermitage. Ajahn reflects on the power of puñña (good karma/'merits'), and the importance of harmony and cooperation when making good karma together. He also goes through the five precepts forming the fundamental ethics of a Buddhist lay practitioner:We train ourselves to abstain from intentionally killing living beingsWe train ourselves to abstain from stealingWe train ourselves to abstain from sensual misconduct like adultaryWe train ourselves to abstain from lyingWe train ourselves to abstain from alcohol and other intoxicants that deminish the sense of shame, conscience & mindfulness, and are causing heedlessness.WebsiteOur Spotify PlaylistsNewsletterDhammagiri Youtube ChannelPics#robeofferingceremony #karma #punya #puñña #goodkarma #harmony #concord
Podcast: Light on Life Season 12 Episode Forty-Two. We're living in a time when truth is questioned, convictions are mocked, and following Jesus often means swimming against the current. Yet this is exactly what genuine believers are called to do—to stand firm and contend for the faith. Authentic believers aren't spectators in the fight for truth; they're servants—called, kept, and empowered by Jesus. […] The post Why Contending for the Faith Is for Genuine Believers appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians
ADZG 1258 ADZG Sunday Morning Dharma Talk by Rev. Hōgetsu Laurie Belzer The post Dragon-bodhisattvas Practicing the Precepts first appeared on Ancient Dragon Zen Gate.
Podcast: Light on Life Season 12 Episode Forty-One. In 2 Timothy 3:1–5, Paul warned that the last days would be filled with difficult people who appear godly but lack true spiritual power. These counterfeit Christians wear a mask of devotion yet deny the transforming work of the Holy Spirit. In this Light on Life teaching, Emery Horvath exposes what it means to have […] The post Why You Need To Beware Of Counterfeit Christians appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: No related posts.
Charles Bridges on Psalm 119, from C. H. Spurgeon's Commenting. "Worth its weight in gold. Albeit that the work is neither learned nor very original we prize it for its surpassing grace and unction."
Podcast audio: The post Talk by Jisei “Love and The Three Pure Precepts” first appeared on The Village Zendo.
2025-10-28 I Inquiry I Zazen and Precepts I Flint Sparks by Appamada
Podcast: Light on Life Season Twelve Episode Forty. In the Bible's own words, we are living in the “last of the last days”—a period Scripture says will be marked by fierce, grievous, perilous times (2 Tim. 3:1–5). The “last days” began at Pentecost (Acts 2), and as that timeline nears its finish, the Spirit urges us to pay close attention, gain skill, and […] The post How to Overcome the Perilous Times Preceding the Rapture appeared first on emeryhorvath.com. Related posts: How Does the Rapture of the Church Play Out On The Great Stage How to Avoid the Wrath of God and Be Caught Up With Jesus Why The Rapture and Jesus Second Coming Are Not the Same Event
This talk was given by Gil Fronsdal and Andrea Castillo on 2025.10.26 at the Insight Retreat Center in Santa Cruz, CA. ******* Online Hybrid via Zoom Insight Retreat with Gil Fronsda &, Andrea Castillo; Online Practice Discussions with Mei Elliott (2025-10-26 00:00:00 -0700) ******* A machine generated transcript of this talk is available. It has not been edited by a human, so errors will exist. Download Transcript: https://www.audiodharma.org/transcripts/24164/download ******* For more talks like this, visit AudioDharma.org ******* If you have enjoyed this talk, please consider supporting AudioDharma with a donation at https://www.audiodharma.org/donate/. ******* This talk is licensed by a Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-No Derivative Works 4.0 License
CHAUCER'S DEAD. So dead. Dead. Dead. Dead. Dr. Gillespie and Dr Echard discuss this, plus John of Gaunt's decaying phallus, Gower's poseur tomb, King Arthur's butterfly bishop, and more.
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(Insight Meditation Society - Retreat Center) By reflecting qualities of the Buddha, Dhamma and Sangha along with the reflection on our ethical conduct, we experience peace, happiness and freedom.
A talk by Thanissaro Bhikkhu entitled "Learning from the Precepts"
A talk by Jaune Evans and Neal Shorstein about the “Three Pure Precepts” part of Kannon Do Precepts Series. This talk was given on October 15, 2025.
ADZG 1256 ADZG Sunday Morning Dharma Talk by Taigen Dan Leighton The post Huayan and Zen Precepts first appeared on Ancient Dragon Zen Gate.
Recorded on October 11, 2025 at Boundless Mind Temple in Brooklyn, NY. Technical Note: Low audio levels at the very beginning and increases to normal levels after 30 seconds Resources Referenced in This Talk https://www.kairajewel.com https://www.normawong.com Joanna Macy, The Milling Exercise The BZC Podcast is offered free of charge and made possible by the donations we receive. If these teachings have benefited your life, please consider supporting the program with a donation (suggested $2-7/episode, or whatever feels right for you!). You can donate to Brooklyn Zen Center at brooklynzen.org under ‘Giving.' Thank you for your generosity!er ‘Giving.' Thank you for your generosity!
ADZG 1255 ADZG Sunday Morning Scholar Talk by Stephan Licha The post The Changing Role of the Precepts in Soto Zen Practice first appeared on Ancient Dragon Zen Gate.
Fr. Marcel Taillon joins Patrick to discuss the Precepts of the Church (2:06) What are precepts given by the Church? (8:37) first precept: Attend Mass on Sunday’s and Holy days of obligation. (22:17) Break 1 What is the second precept of the Church? (28:15) What is the third precept of the Church? Can you not attend Mass if it is difficult but not impossible to go to Mass? (39:34) Break 2 (40:29) Sal - I think a lot of it is that people want to go fishing, football game, etc. Is it okay to go to the vigil Mass? (46:22) What are the Fourth and Fifth Precept of the Church?
09/27/2025, Chikudo Catherine Spaeth, dharma talk at City Center. Chikudo Catherine Spaeth teaches that zazen shows us what to care for, and leads the way in our request to study the precepts with a teacher. In this caring we become a good friend to our practice.
God has given the Church his law as “the way of life and truth.” We, therefore, have the right to be taught and guided while maintaining a spirit of docility in love. In this, Fr. Mike reminds us that the Church is our caring mother. Her care extends into the five precepts of the Church, those laws establishing the very minimum needed to remain an active member of the Body of Christ. These have to do with attending Mass, receiving the sacraments, fasting, and providing for the needs of the Church. Today's readings are Catechism paragraphs 2037-2043. This episode has been found to be in conformity with the Catechism by the Institute on the Catechism, under the Subcommittee on the Catechism, USCCB. For the complete reading plan, visit ascensionpress.com/ciy Please note: The Catechism of the Catholic Church contains adult themes that may not be suitable for children - parental discretion is advised.
How do you find comfort in the precepts? What is the relationship between anger, forgiveness and justice? What about anxiety due to abrupt insight into emptiness? This is one of my unscripted Q&A episodes, where I answer questions submitted by listeners.