Podcasts about Teisho

Genjo Marinello Osho presented this Teisho during the June 2026, Zazenkai held at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores how metaphors point to what can't be said, but can be felt. It also explores how in Zen practice there is nothing to strive for or attain.

Sesshin day 7. Teisho by Sangen Salo sensei during the April 7-day sesshin 2026 at Sanneji Zen Temple in Karjaa, Finland.

Sesshin day 6. Teisho by Sangen Salo sensei during the April 7-day sesshin 2026 at Sanneji Zen Temple in Karjaa, Finland.

This Teisho was given by the Rev. Do'on Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on December 10th, 2025. In this talk Do'on Roshi continues her discussion on the 80th case from the Blue Cliff Record known as Joshu's Newborn Baby. 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 Rev. Do'on Roshi's Teisho on the Blue Cliff Record series.

In this Teisho, given during the third full day of Spring Sesshin 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo X. Rinzai describes four fundamental expressions of deep nature, but these are nothing to rest at, nor is anything attained in their experience. They are helpful, but Zen goes beyond.        

In this Teisho, given during the Second full day of Spring Sesshin 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo IX. Here, we have Master Rinzai's most enigmatic and complicated case. Threes and threes and threes ... penetrating this matter, life presents itself as an unfolding fractal with no root. 

Teisho by Sensei Dhara Kowal.  Automated Transcript The post Self Without Borders appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

Der Buddhismus hat eine lange Reise hinter sich von den Universitäten Indiens über die Klöster Chinas bis hin zur heutigen Praxis. In diesem Teisho zeichnet Christoph Rei Ho Hatlapa diesen Weg nach und zeigt, wie aus einer monastischen Lehrtradition ein lebendiger, alltagsnaher Zen-Weg für Mönche, Laien und Frauen entstand. Dabei stellt er die Frage: Was heißt es, heute »Buddhas Knochen« zu sein – das Erwachen also nicht zu verehren, sondern zu verkörpern? Denn nur wenn der Geist des Buddha in uns lebendig bleibt, behält der Buddhismus seine Bedeutung. Anhand des Shinjinmei und Joshus Lehre wird deutlich, wie wählerische Wahl und Anhaften unseren Geist binden können. Dabei ist nicht das Wählen selbst das Problem, sondern das Festhalten, das Rechthabenwollen, das subtile Anhaften. Der beste Zustand ist jedoch kein asketisch abgehobener, sondern einer, in dem man nichts Besonderes mehr sucht und ununterscheidbar normal wird, eins mit Leiden und Freude, Alltag und Erwachen. Um für junge Erwachsene den Aufenthalt im ToGenJi zu ermöglichen, bitten wir um eine Spende: Sie finden die Kontodaten/Paypal auf unserer Website https://choka-sangha.de/spenden/ Herzlichen Dank

Sesshin day 5. Teisho by Sangen Salo sensei during the April 7-day sesshin 2026 at Sanneji Zen Temple in Karjaa, Finland.

In this Teisho, given during the first full day of Spring Sesshin 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo VII and VIII. Zen training points us toward an experience of life (a way of being) that is not divided. We open to this truth and let it express itself through our lives? How does this happen? How can we testify to the truth of Zen?

In this Teisho, given during the opening night of Spring Sesshin 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Mumonkan: Joshu's Mu. Joshu answered the Monk's inquiry, "Does a dog have Buddha Nature or not?" by vocalizing the sound "Mu."  Mu translates as a negation: "No" or "Nothing." What is it that Joshu was pointing at? What is this Mu? How do we, as Zen practitioners use it to prod us toward greater intimacy with the ineffible.

Sesshin day 4. Teisho by Sangen Salo sensei during the April 7-day sesshin 2026 at Sanneji Zen Temple in Karjaa, Finland.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during May, 2026, Zazenkai at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores our ability to meet all comers and circumstances when we have faith in our own deep nature.

In this Teisho, given on April 5th 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo VI. When life is a disaster, what do we do? If we come with prescribed approach to everything, we are stuck in preconception. If we don't come with some sense of direction, we are lost. So how do we face a world of troubles?      

Dropping our worries about how we measure up and opening to what's here. Teisho by John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post The Habit of Awareness appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

Sesshin day 3. Teisho by Sangen Salo sensei during the April 7-day sesshin 2026 at Sanneji Zen Temple in Karjaa, Finland.

Sesshin day 2. Teisho by Sangen Salo sensei during the April 7-day sesshin 2026 at Sanneji Zen Temple in Karjaa, Finland.

In this Teisho, given on March 1st 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo IV. To be free from the conceit of mind is to be free. To be free is to flow forth with a heart-mind that cares and works for the betterment of the world.

A look at the enormous influence that habits of mind have on our lives and practice. We can begin by starting to wake up to some of what they are.    Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post The Habit of Awareness appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

This is a teisho – like a cross between a Dharma Talk and guided meditation. Teisho are sometimes called "encouragement talks," and they are meant to help listeners connect with the Dharma in the spaciousness and silence of zazen. Teisho are not about explanations or the imparting of information, and they generally are not recorded. They are offered spontaneously, just for the moment, just for those listening. Although you may not be sitting zazen while you listen to this episode, I thought I would offer you a teisho as if you are.

This Teisho was given by the Rev. Do'on Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on November 19, 2025. In this talk Do'on Roshi continues her discussion on the 83rd case from the Blue Cliff Record known as Yun Men's Ancient Buddhas and the Pillar.   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 Rev. Do'on Roshi's Teisho on the Blue Cliff Record series.

In this Teisho, given on February 27th 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo I. Rinzan discusses the importance of love as an establishment of inter-being in the world.

Genjo Marinello Osho presented this Teisho during the April 12 2026, Zazenkai held at Chobo-Ji. This talk delves into the importance of venturing into the profound depths of existence and acquiring the skills to become proficient swimmers. 

Teisho by Sensei Dhara Kowal.  Automated Transcript The post Thoughts Are Not The Problem appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

Teisho by Sensei Dhara Kowal.  Automated Transcript The post Right Effort, Right Patience appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

In this Teisho, given on February 22nd 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Rinzai Roku: Jodo I. Here Rinzan Osho introduces the nuances of Rinzai's expression of Zen, always pointing to the True Person of No-Rank and always inviting confidence in his followers. 

March 2026 Sesshin, Day 6 Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post Commentary on Joko Beck's “Everyday Zen” appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho on the sixth day of Spring Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores the importance of dropping our dependance on breakthroughs, others, and our own instincts of survival, in order to proceed with deep practice.

Seifu Sigh-Molares Osho gave this Teisho on the fifth day of Spring Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores form and formlessness as it relates to our deep nature which is unattached to rank, position, or sense of separate self.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho on the middle day of Spring Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores the importance in Zen training of having a breakthrough into our deep nature as the foundation for further practice.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during the third day of Spring Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores what we call Buddha and what we call the Devil, what we call purity and what we call defilement. These aspects are a part of one continuum of the fluxuating universal field of Heart-Mind.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during the second day of Spring Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores the difference between effort and striving. Striving creates interference; without effort no growth is possible. Zazen requires effort.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during the first day of Spring Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores how Zen practice helps us root in the infinite intimate ground of being to live through our trials and tribulations with more equanimity.

Genjo  presented this Teisho during a March, Sunday night Dharma Dialogue at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores where does true insight come from, certainly not from dogma, belief, or teachers.

In this Teisho, given on February 8th 2026, Rinzan Osho examines The Hidden Lamp: The Goddess and the Flowers. ur practice starts with restraint which allows us to see through. Seeing through, we can drop concepts and learn to move freely amidst preferences. This gives space for the development of wisdom and discernment which directs us toward working for what is ... good.

Learning to let the mind settle Teisho by Sensei John Pulleyn.  Automated Transcript The post A Quiet Mind appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

In this Teisho, given on February 1st, 2026, Rinzan Osho examines case !00 of the Hekiganroku Haryo's Sword Against Which A Hair is Blown. How do we break through our own barriers? What is revealed to us when we do?

Deepening your practice requires effort and persistence, and also the courage to let go of being in control. Teisho by Sensei Dhara Kowal.  Automated Transcript The post Taking the Risk of Letting Go appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

A commentary on the relationship between Zen practice, on and off the cushion, and anchoring in the tanden. Teisho by Sensei Jissai Prince-Cherry.  Automated Transcript The post Zen Practice and Hara appeared first on Rochester Zen Center.

In this Teisho, given on Janua 25th, 2026, Rinzan Osho examines case 99 of the Hekiganroku Chu Kokushi and the Ten Bodied Herdsman. How do we know when to take action? What gets in the way of right action?

This Teisho was given by the Rev. Do'on Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on November 08, 2025. In this talk Do'on Roshi continues her discussion on the 52nd case from the Blue Cliff Record known as Chao Chou Lets Asses and Donkeys Cross and provides commentary on The Sayings of Layman P'ang.   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 Rev. Do'on Roshi's Teisho on the Blue Cliff Record series.

In this Teisho, given on January 22nd 2026, during winter sesshin (long retreat), Rinzan Osho examines case 97 of the Hekiganroku: The Transgression is Wiped Out. We can get caught not only in a world in which we are caught by our own likes and dislikes but also a world in which we are caught with the preoccupoation of being liked or disliked.  How can we work to be good people and be completely at ease and in acceptance of who we are.

Genjo Marinello Osho presented this Teisho during the Feb. 8 2026, Zazenkai held at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores who is listening to this discourse, and what interferes with our confidence and faith in our own experience.

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In this Teisho, given on January 21st 2026, during winter sesshin (long retreat), Rinzan Osho examines The Hidden Lamp: Dipa Ma and the Thief. We have a choice as to how to respond to life events. Practice increases are ability to make the choice and to be the people we want to be. Offering a loving response is the mature and grounded way to face a suffering world.

In this Teisho, given on January 20th 2026, during winter sesshin (long retreat), Rinzan Osho examines case 96 of the Hekiganroku: Joshu's Three Turning Words. Life presents us with frustrations and things we get angry about. How can we learn to relax, let go, and be effective in a world that does not go the way we want it to?

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during the final day of Winter Odayaka Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores the different windows of enlightenment and how not to get stuck in one view or another.

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during the second day of Winter Odayaka Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores the phases of Zen discourse, and how the Dharma is the puppet master. 

Genjo Marinello Osho gave this Teisho during the first day of Winter Odayaka Sesshin, 2026, at Chobo-Ji. This talk explores how to find perfect freedom in the midst of adversity or prosperity.

This Teisho was given by the Rev. Do'on Roshi at the Buddhist Temple of Toledo on July 30, 2025. In this talk Do'on Roshi continues her discussion on the 8th case from the Blue Cliff Record known as Suigan's Eyebrows.   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 Rev. Do'on Roshi's Teisho on the Blue Cliff Record series.