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Title: Dying of Thirst

Subtitle: Seppo's Dying of Thirst

Author: John Daido Loori Roshi

Narrator: John Daido Loori Roshi

Format: Original Recording

Length: 59 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-16-06

Publisher: Dharma Communications

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Many of us yearn for a deeper spiritual connection, but few of us know how to manifest spirituality in our daily lives. We buy into conditioning from the media and our schools, and as a result we experience life as limited and painful. Daido Roshi says that this dilemma is like someone sitting by a river and dying of thirst. We need to realize that it is possible to let go of these restrictive ideas, and to experience life with a fresh, adventurous spirit. Zen practice teaches us to go to the edge of our limits, to let go of our mental chains and experience the boundless joy available to all of us. As we learn to trust ourselves and open up to our experiences, we see that the spiritual life is actually with us all the time, even in the most mundane activities of our everyday routine. Life is nothing but spiritual, and joy is our human birthright.

Zen Buddhism emphasizes zazen, or seated meditation, as the means to study the self and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training and take place in the context of zazen. Said to be "dark to the mind and radiant to the heart", a dharma talk is one of the ways in which a teacher points directly to the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. In our meditation practice, it is easy to get lost in self-doubt, fantasy, numbness, and emotional agitation. Dharma talks help to ground our practice, providing inspiration and an essential recognition of exactly where we find ourselves, so that we can learn to face difficulties and obstacles with a free and flexible mind. This talk was given at Zen Mountain Monastery or the Zen Center of New York City of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism, founded in 1980 by the late American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi (1931-2009).

Members Reviews:

John, John, you've outdone yourself!

throwing dry dry dust into the thirsty maws of maniacal beings...you have successfully choked off your own throat! 9 bows, dear Sir, 9 bows. your friend, Kim.

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Title: Suffering and Empowerment

Subtitle: Suffering Cannot Reach It

Author: John Daido Loori Roshi

Narrator: John Daido Loori Roshi

Format: Original Recording

Length: 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-06

Publisher: Dharma Communications

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 18 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Sooner or later, we all confront situations with no easy way out. For human beings, sickness, old age, and death, either our own or someone else's, seem like insurmountable barriers. We all struggle to avoid these things, and the media encourages our pursuit, offering plastic surgery, exercise routines, and all manner of pills to achieve eternal youth. But sooner or later, we need to realize that old age and suffering are not going to magically dissolve. Daido Roshi encourages us to be the barrier that confronts us. Buddhism teaches that if we stop struggling against what we dislike, if we accept our vulnerability and suffering, we can actually empower ourselves. Part of this process involves making mistakes, and Roshi encourages us to make our mistakes freely, to accept failure as a natural part of life as well as an important teacher. As we gain strength and learn to trust ourselves, we discover that embracing our fears turn suffering into wisdom.

Zen Buddhism emphasizes zazen, or seated meditation, as the means to study the self and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training and take place in the context of zazen. Said to be "dark to the mind and radiant to the heart", a dharma talk is one of the ways in which a teacher points directly to the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. In our meditation practice, it is easy to get lost in self-doubt, fantasy, numbness, and emotional agitation. Dharma talks help to ground our practice, providing inspiration and an essential recognition of exactly where we find ourselves, so that we can learn to face difficulties and obstacles with a free and flexible mind. This talk was given at Zen Mountain Monastery or the Zen Center of New York City of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism, founded in 1980 by the late American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi (1931-2009).

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Title: Nothing Special

Subtitle: Nanquan's Nothing Special

Author: John Daido Loori Roshi

Narrator: John Daido Loori Roshi

Format: Original Recording

Length: 41 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-06

Publisher: Dharma Communications

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 9 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

In the modern world, we are encouraged to be special, to be different and stand out from everyone else. Zen Buddhism has a different approach, encouraging us instead to be "nothing special". Daido Roshi declares that our lives are fine exactly the way they are; Zen is not about adding anything to our lives, it's about seeing the inherent perfection we already possess. Zen practice is a process of getting to that perfection, a means of uncovering the layers of conditioning, from families, schools, the media, that prevent us from seeing who we really are. But once we understand our true nature, we don't need to hide in a monastery or become a hermit. Zen is not about separating ourselves from the world around us, Zen is about manifesting compassion in our everyday lives, whether we are talking to our boss, planting a garden, or raising a child. The more we open up to our true nature and experience life with moment-to-moment awareness, the more we see that being ordinary is something truly extraordinary.

Zen Buddhism emphasizes zazen, or seated meditation, as the means to study the self and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training and take place in the context of zazen. Said to be "dark to the mind and radiant to the heart", a dharma talk is one of the ways in which a teacher points directly to the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. In our meditation practice, it is easy to get lost in self-doubt, fantasy, numbness, and emotional agitation. Dharma talks help to ground our practice, providing inspiration and an essential recognition of exactly where we find ourselves, so that we can learn to face difficulties and obstacles with a free and flexible mind. This talk was given at Zen Mountain Monastery or the Zen Center of New York City of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism, founded in 1980 by the late American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi (1931-2009).

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Title: The Zen Joke

Subtitle: Puhua's Bell Song

Author: John Daido Loori Roshi

Format: Original Recording

Length: 56 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-06

Publisher: Dharma Communications

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 26 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Zen Buddhism emphasizes zazen, or seated meditation, as the means to study the self and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training and take place in the context of zazen. Said to be "dark to the mind and radiant to the heart", a dharma talk is one of the ways in which a teacher points directly to the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. In our meditation practice, it is easy to get lost in self-doubt, fantasy, numbness, and emotional agitation. Dharma talks help to ground our practice, providing inspiration and an essential recognition of exactly where we find ourselves, so that we can learn to face difficulties and obstacles with a free and flexible mind. This talk was given at Zen Mountain Monastery or the Zen Center of New York City of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism, founded in 1980 by the late American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi (1931-2009).

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Title: How to Make the Right Choice

Subtitle: Guishan Cuts a Snake

Author: John Daido Loori Roshi

Narrator: John Daido Loori Roshi

Format: Original Recording

Length: 50 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-06

Publisher: Dharma Communications

Ratings: 4.5 of 5 out of 12 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Every day we are faced with moral decisions, and it's often difficult to know how to act. If there's a snake in our garden, do we kill it? If our co-worker is stealing from the company, is it our obligation to speak up? What if we tell our children not to lie, then the phone rings and we ask them to say we're not home? In this compelling talk, Daido Roshi explores the role of morality and ethics in our lives.

Many people think that Zen Buddhism is not concerned with ethics, but, in fact, 16 moral precepts form the core of Zen practice. These precepts differ from precepts in Western religions, and include statements such as "Affirm life: do not kill" and "Manifest truth: do not lie". Roshi stresses that these precepts are not regulations, but are in fact creative; we need to develop a flexibility that allows us to respond to life's challenges as they arise. He offers advice on overcoming the blocks created by our own thinking and grasping, thereby allowing us to live our lives in a fresh way without causing harm to ourselves or others.

Zen Buddhism emphasizes zazen, or seated meditation, as the means to study the self and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training and take place in the context of zazen. Said to be "dark to the mind and radiant to the heart", a dharma talk is one of the ways in which a teacher points directly to the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. In our meditation practice, it is easy to get lost in self-doubt, fantasy, numbness, and emotional agitation. Dharma talks help to ground our practice, providing inspiration and an essential recognition of exactly where we find ourselves, so that we can learn to face difficulties and obstacles with a free and flexible mind. This talk was given at Zen Mountain Monastery or the Zen Center of New York City of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism, founded in 1980 by the late American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi (1931-2009).

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Title: Giving Is Receiving

Subtitle: Guishan's Gift

Author: John Daido Loori Roshi

Narrator: John Daido Loori Roshi

Format: Original Recording

Length: 44 mins

Language: English

Release date: 02-10-06

Publisher: Dharma Communications

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 5 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

It's always heartwarming to watch a child's joy during the holidays, or to witness people reaching out to one another during times of crisis. But how do we give in our everyday lives? Daido Roshi examines the true meaning of giving, pointing out that each moment is an opportunity to give, and each moment is full of gifts we are receiving from others. But few actions are as misunderstood as giving, mostly due to our confusion about material and spiritual gifts. Sometimes material giving is important, but other times spiritual giving is what's needed; giving someone your time, your attention, or your gratitude are profound means of connecting with others. Intimate giving is about finding our compassionate heart and acting in accord with circumstances; it's not about expecting payment, it's just being moved to help, to serve friends and enemies equally. As our heart expands and we understand the true relationship between giver and receiver, it dramatically changes our relationship with the people in our lives.

Zen Buddhism emphasizes zazen, or seated meditation, as the means to study the self and understand who we truly are. Dharma talks are an essential aspect of Zen training and take place in the context of zazen. Said to be "dark to the mind and radiant to the heart", a dharma talk is one of the ways in which a teacher points directly to the heart of the teachings of the Buddha. In our meditation practice, it is easy to get lost in self-doubt, fantasy, numbness, and emotional agitation. Dharma talks help to ground our practice, providing inspiration and an essential recognition of exactly where we find ourselves, so that we can learn to face difficulties and obstacles with a free and flexible mind. This talk was given at Zen Mountain Monastery or the Zen Center of New York City of the Mountains and Rivers Order of Zen Buddhism, founded in 1980 by the late American Zen Master John Daido Loori, Roshi (1931-2009).

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Title: Forever Ours

Subtitle: Real Stories of Immortality and Living from a Forensic Pathologist

Author: Janis Amatuzio

Narrator: Janis Amatuzio

Format: Unabridged

Length: 3 hrs and 49 mins

Language: English

Release date: 09-23-05

Publisher: New World Library

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 56 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Forensic pathologist Janis Amatuzio first began recording the stories told to her by patients, police officers, and other doctors because she felt that no one spoke for the dead. She believed the real experience of death, namely the spiritual and otherworldly experiences of those near death and their loved ones, was ignored by the medical professionals, who thought of death as simply the cessation of breath. She knew there was more. From the first experience of a patient in her care dying to the miraculous "appearances" of loved ones after death, she began recording these experiences. Dr. Amatuzio found that by telling the story of their death to a loved one, she could help bring some sense of completion to the grieving family and friends. Written by a scientist in approachable, nonjudgmental language for anyone who has lost someone they love, this book offers stories that can't be explained in purely physical terms.

©2004 Janis Amatuzio; (P)2005 New World Library

Members Reviews:

Forever Ours

A wonderful reassuring comfort that those we love that have passed on are truly "Forever Ours". A book that helps one cope with death and realize it is not the end. Each time I listened to it, I got more out of it.

Ok.....

Nice stories but I wish she had collected quite a bit more personal testimony before she wrote a book.

Helped through my hard times

If you could sum up Forever Ours in three words, what would they be?

believable,

What did you like best about this story?

Stories are believable as they come from different individuals. Spiritually uplifting for me.

Which scene was your favorite?

they all were unique. I did like the gentlemen whom had a visit from his brother, finding out that his brother passed away before him.

If you were to make a film of this book, what would the tag line be?

Final hours

A Great Book

What made the experience of listening to Forever Ours the most enjoyable?

The narrator spoke in a soft but articulate voice.

What did you like best about this story?

The short true stories and the medical examiner information - very interesting.

Was this a book you wanted to listen to all in one sitting?

No .. I like to savor my audio books, listen to sections again.

Any additional comments?

Truly nice story, I will listen to this many times.

I'm going to listen again

Stories that give you hope, makes you wonder...

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Title: The Beginner's Guide to Buddhism

Subtitle: A Short Course on This Powerful Eastern Philosophy

Author: Jack Kornfield

Narrator: Jack Kornfield

Format: Original Recording

Length: 1 hr and 14 mins

Language: English

Release date: 03-01-02

Publisher: Sounds True

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 90 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

In The Beginner's Guide to Buddhism, author and teacher Jack Kornfield immerses you in this time-honored approach to living fully and compassionately in the present moment. Join him as he illuminates Buddhism's most essential teachings, and how they make it possible to overcome the mental states that challenge us every day, such as fear, selfishness, confusion, and anger. Complete with authentic meditations to get you started.

Highlights include the Four Noble Truths, the Eightfold Path, Dharma, "the laws of life," Buddhist meditation practices, mindfulness teachings, and much more.

Members Reviews:

A good place to start

I purchased this book because Jack Kornfield was Ajahn Chah's student. This is a good place to start for anyone interested in learning something about Buddhism and its practice. The guided meditations can be quite useful.

Overview of and Introduction to Buddhism

I like Kornfield and I've listened to his Teachings on the Ten Perfections, and the much more in-depth (and longer and more expensive) Buddhism for Beginners.

I really enjoyed (and continue to enjoy) this, a shorter but very informative and comforting, book.

This book begins with a good bit of the history of Buddhism, from its inception in India with Sidhartha Guatama, to it's spread to South East Asia and the rest of the world. I always like to be reminded of the different sects, and Kormfield clearly helps provide understanding of the differences and locations of Theravada Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism (under which large umbrella falls Zen) and Vajrayahana Buddhism (Tibetan).

He then provides guided meditations, which are very peaceful and help guide the mind toward serenity (perhaps eventually to enlightenment??).

He has anecdotes and reflections, and reminders on how we cause ourselves suffering, trying to hold onto our bodies and not wanting them to age, grasping for things or ideas...

Really - I won't just keep telling you what he says - I enjoy this book and have listened to it fully twice and continue to "skim" through it while resting quietly or walking.

(PS - not much of a story to this book, but Audible wouldn't let me write a review unless I rated the story!)

Super Awesome for Beggenars

I love this audible! This is a must have for anyone who is unfamiliar with Buddhism or is interested in learning what it is and how to apply it to your everyday life. I listen to this book at least twice a week. He makes it easy to understand and how to apply it to every day living. It is in layman terms, humorous, insightful. You walk away with a very in-depth understanding of what Buddhism is and how it can benefit your life! I just purchased another book by this author! Must have.... Money well spent.

Great book for beginners

This is a great book for beginners working on learning meditation. There are steps by step meditations in this book useful for beginners and advances practitioners alike. Here Jack Kornfield goes through the basics of Buddhism as well as covering all the traditions. I found the informative in this book very useful and will use it for reference in the future as well as recommend it to others.

Powerful!

A simple outline to begin your journey as a Buddha. The author clearly lights a path to being. a Buddha.

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Title: The Best Guide to Eastern Philosophy and Religion

Author: Diane Morgan

Narrator: Arthur Morey

Format: Abridged

Length: 3 hrs and 22 mins

Language: English

Release date: 11-07-01

Publisher: Macmillan Audio

Ratings: 3.5 of 5 out of 72 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

This examination of the ancient beliefs of Asia takes the mystery out of Eastern thought. Targeted for Westerners, this enlightening program is sophisticated in content, yet easy to follow. It provides a thorough account of the histories and beliefs of Eastern philosophies, as well as a "quick take" on the practices of the various religions.

This is the one source for everything you want to know about Eastern traditions. It includes discussions on the tenets of Hinduism, Buddhism, Confucianism, Taoism, Shintoism, and much more.

This Best Guide also elaborates on many of the Eastern practices that Westerners find most compelling, such as tantric sex, the martial arts, and feng shui. And, it explores the connection between Asian beliefs and Western writers like Alan Watts and Deepak Chopra, and Western seekers like the Beatles and Richard Gere. Whether you're new to Eastern philosophies or are a seasoned practitioner, this program will both educate and captivate you.

Members Reviews:

Good discussion

This book provided a good and relatively interesting discussion of the eastern religions. It illuminated the different branches within each of these religions, their history, their differences, their similarities, etc. It compared eastern to western thinking and deepened my understanding of the religion as well as the people who practice it.

great overview

dazzled by the confusing content of the different eastern religions and "philosophies"? this book will help you out! only downside: confucianism gets only 2 minutes attention...

Breezy Intro to Eastern Religion

Excellent into to Eastern Religions. I have seen only too many books that dive into arcane details and quickly lose the reader. This is a delightful intro.

That said, the word "philosophy" should not be in the name. This is a book about religion. Period. The abridgment consists of deleting the entire section on Confucian and Neo-Confucian philosophy, a secular and important strand of eastern thought0 Neo-Confucianism is particularly important, as it combines tyhe strenths of Confucianism with those of Bhuddism.

This is an unfortunate omission. For those interested in Chinese Philosophy, I recommend Gardner's Zhu Xi's Reading of the Analects. 2003; Columbia U Press.

How the 'other side' worships...

Excellent overview. Details for the knowledgeable, and scope for the novice. It is rare to read an unbiased review of comparative religions. In reality, one usually perceives an authors view bleed through. This is truly the "Best guide...." I have seen. My only complaint is that they had to cut one of the religions out for the abridged version...but because the book is so educating, I'm not going to tell you which one! If you are not conversational about Eastern Religions, you need to read it!

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Title: Meditations on Zen

Author: Osho

Narrator: Osho

Format: Original Recording

Length: 3 hrs

Language: English

Release date: 03-23-00

Publisher: Macmillan Audio

Ratings: 4 of 5 out of 46 votes

Genres: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism & Eastern Religions

Publisher's Summary:

Osho is an enlightened mystic whose spontaneous talks to disciples and friends have been transcribed and published in more than 650 books in 35 languages worldwide.

Critic Reviews:

"Osho is not trying to purvey information, but a truth that bypasses conscious thought and all that belongs to it, just as the most important activities of human beings bypass the mind." (Bernard Levin, The Times [London])

Members Reviews:

brilliant

Osho clearly explains zen in a way that I have never heard. He starts by creating the context: Buddhism began in India as a seed. It flourished in China and flowered in the culture of Japan. Zen is buddhism refined to it's purest essence. This tape is a must have for anyone who is interested in zen.

Backround noise awful

Would you recommend this book to a friend? Why or why not?

I dont think I would recomment this as the background noise bothered me somewhat and found the story not easy to follow, tried to feel it but really battled with this one...

What was the most interesting aspect of this story? The least interesting?

From what I could hear the message was great

What aspect of Oshos performance would you have changed?

The background noise.....didnt like it at all

Life changing.

This guy made no sense to me when I first listened to this. Now..... It makes perfect sense. It has helped me through many rough parts in my life and now is a staple. If I don't know what I want to listen to.... I listen to Osho.