Cross River Meditation Center Podcast

Mindfulness Of Bahiya Talk August 5 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from August 5, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Bahiya Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches the impatient Bahiya a succinct teaching of mindfulness leading to awakening.

A related article is here: Mindfulness of Bahiya

All of my talks and videos are available through my website at Becoming-Buddha.com

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Pariyesana Sutta Noble Search August 3 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from August 3, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Pariyesana Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches the importance of a Dhamma practice focused on what will bring awakening and avoid what is more distraction.

A related article is here: Pariyesana  Sutta

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Wednesday Dhamma Talk Emptiness Talk 3 August 2 2017

This talk is on the meaning of Shunyata - Emptiness - as the Buddha teaches emptiness. This the third of a series of four Wednesday talks on emptiness and the first talk based on the article below.

A related article is here: Shunyata

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talks

An audio only version of this video is available at my podcast archive: Becoming Buddha Podcast

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Brahma Viharas 4 Exalted Mind States August 1 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from August 1, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Brahma Vihara's. The Brahma Vihara's are perfected mind-states that reflect an enlightened view of humanity and development of the Eightfold Path.

A related article is here: Brahma Viharas

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Satipatthana Four Foundations Of Mindfulness Talk 7 July 28 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 29, 2017.

This Saturday’s talk and sangha discussion is the seventh of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

All of my talks and videos are available through my website at Becoming-Buddha.com

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Ratana Sutta true Refuge July 27 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 27, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Ratana Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches a the folks of a town devastated by natural disaster and disease the true meaning of taking refuge in the Buddha, his Dhamma, and a well-focused Sangha.

A related article is here: Ratana Sutta

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Rohitassa Sutta - Inner Mindfulness July 25 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 25, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussions are the on the Rohitassa Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches to avoid the distraction of seeking awakening outside one’s self and through mystical achievement.

A related article is here: Rohitassa Sutta

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Satipatthana Four Foundations Of Mindfulness Talk 6 July 22 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 22, 2017.

This Saturday’s talk and sangha discussion is the sixth of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

All of my talks and videos are available through my website at Becoming-Buddha.com

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at https://becoming-buddha.com/support-john-and-becoming-buddha-com/

 

Thank You. Peace.

Mindfulness of Bahiya Talk July 20 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 20, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Bahiya Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches the impatient Bahiya a succinct teaching of mindfulness leading to awakening.

A related article is here: Mindfulness of Bahiya

All of my talks and videos are available through my website at Becoming-Buddha.com

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Thank You. Peace.

Right Effort Right Mindfulness Right Meditation Talk July 18 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 13, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the third of three talks on the Eightfold Path. This talk is on Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Meditation, the concentration factors of the path.

A related article is here: Right Effort, Right Mindfulness, and Right Meditation

All of my talks and videos are available through my website at Becoming-Buddha.com

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Satipatthana Four Foundations Of Mindfulness Talk 5 July 15 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 15, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the fifth of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at CrossRiverMeditation.com.

Thank You. Peace.

Yuganaddha Sutta Tranquility and Insight July 13 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 13, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Yuganaddha Sutta, a sutta on Right Meditation.

A related article is here: Yuganaddha Sutta

All of my talks and videos are available through my website at Becoming-Buddha.com

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Wednesday Dhamma Talk Emptiness Talk 2 July 12 2017

This is my Dhamma talk streamed live every Wednesday at 12 noon eastern US time from July2, 2017. This talk is on the meaning of Shunyata - Emptiness - as the Buddha teaches emptiness. This the second of a series of four Wednesday talks on emptiness and the first talk based on the article below.

A related article is here: https://crossrivermeditation.com/shunyata-three-discourses-on-emptiness/

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: https://crossrivermeditation.com/dhamma-articles-and-talks-archive/

An audio only version of this video is available at my podcast archive: https://crossrivermeditation.com/podcast/

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Right Speech Right Action Right Livelihood July 11 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 11, 2017.

This  talk  and sangha discussion is the second of three talks on the Eightfold Path. This talk is on Right Speech, Right Action, and Right Livelihood, the virtuous factors of the path.

A related article is here: Right Speech, Right Action, Right Livelihood

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

An audio only version of this video is available at my podcast archive: https://crossrivermeditation.com/podcast/

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Thank You. Peace.

Satipatthana Four Foundations of Mindfulness Talk 4 July 8 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 8, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the fourth of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at CrossRiverMeditation.com.

Thank You. Peace.

Three Marks of Existence Talk July 6 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 6, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Three Marks of Existence. The current political climate was discussed in relation to Impermanence, Not-Self, and Stress.

A related article is here: Anicca, Anatta, Dukkha

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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The Phena Sutta Emptiness of Five Clinging-Aggregtaes July 5 2107

This talk is on the Phena Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches the emptiness of Five Clinging-Aggregates - the personal experience of confusion, deluded thinking, and ongoing disappointment. This the first of a series of four Wednesday talks on emptiness.

A related article is here: Phena Sutta

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Kimsuka Sutta A Swift Pair of Messngers July 4 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 4, 2017.

This talk  and sangha discussion is the on the Kimsuka Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha uses the metaphor of a Swift Pair of Messengers to teach the importance of Right Meditation. 

A related article is here: Kimsuka Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

An audio only version of this video is available at my podcast archive: https://crossrivermeditation.com/podcast/

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Thank You. Peace.

Satipatthana Four Foundations of Mindfulness Talk 3 July 1 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from July 1, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion the third of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at https://crossrivermeditation.com/donate/

Thank You. Peace.

Politics and The Three Marks 062917

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 29, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Three Marks of Existence. The current political climate was discussed in relation to Impermanence, Not-Self, and Stress.

A related article is here: Anicca, Anatta, Dukkha

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation.

Wednesday Dhamma Talk Sambodhi Sutta June 28 2017

This is my Dhamma talk streamed live every Wednesday at 12 noon eastern US time from June 28, 2017. This talk is on the Sambodhi Sutta. In this sutta, the Buddha teaches Meghiya the refined mindfulness that is developed through the Eightfold Path.

A related article is here: Sambodhi Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at https://crossrivermeditation.com/donate/

Thank You. Peace.

Right View and Right Intention June 27 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 27, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the first of three talks on the Eightfold Path. This talk is on Right View and Right Intention, the wisdom factors of the path.

A related article is here: Right View and Right Intention

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at CrossRiverMeditation.com.

Thank You. Peace.

Satipatthana Four Foundations of Mindfulness Talk 2 June 24 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 24, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion the second of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation. Thank you. Peace.

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at https://crossrivermeditation.com/donate/

Thank You. Peace.

Buddha Sutta - Self-Awakening June 22 2017

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 22, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Buddha Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha teaches that awakening is through wholehearted engagement with the Eightfold Path.

A related article is here: Buddha Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Kummu Sutta: The Tortoise June 20 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 20, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Kummu Sutta.

A related article is here: https://becoming-buddha.com/kumma-sutta-the-tortoise/

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation at CrossRiverMeditation.com.

Thank You. Peace.

Satipatthana Four Foundations of Mindfulness Talk 1 June 17 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 17, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion the first of seven talks on the Satipatthana Sutta, the Sutta on The Four Foundations of Mindfulness.

A related article is here: Four Foundations of Mindfulness

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation. Thank you. Peace.

Wednesday Dhamma Talk Karma and Rebirth June 14 2017

This is my Wednesday Dhamma talk streamed live every Wednesday at 12 noon eastern US time from June 14, 2017. This talk is on Karma and Rebirth.

A related article is here: Karma and Rebirth

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

An audio only version of this video is available at my podcast archive: https://crossrivermeditation.com/podcast/

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Pamadaviharin Sutta Dwelling In Mindfulness June 13 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 13, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the third of four classes on the wisdom of developing restraint. This talk is on the Pamadaviahrin Sutta.

A related article is here: Pamadaviarin Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Thank You. Peace.

Upajjatthana Sutta 5 Subjects For Contemplation June 10 2017

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 10, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Upajjatthana Sutta.

In this sutta the Buddha teaches the five subjects to contemplate to develop the Eightfold Path.

A related article is here: Upajjatthana Sutta

 

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Bhikkhuvaga Sutta - To a Monk May 3o 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 30, 2017. 

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Bhikkhuvaga Sutt.

A related article is here: https://becoming-buddha.com/bhikkhuvaga-to-a-monk/

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Saturday Dhamma Class The Malunkyavada Sutta - Staying Focused

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from June 3, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Malunkyavada Sutta.

 

In this sutta the Buddha teaches Malunkyaputta to not lose focus from seeking answers to inappropriate questions - questions that only distract from the purpose of the Dhamma.

A related article is here: The Malunkyavada Sutta

An audio only version of this video is available at my Podcast: https://crossrivermeditation.com/cross-river-meditation-center-podcast/

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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The Aparihani Sutta - Not Losing the Way May 30 2017

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 30, 2017.

Following a thirty-minute meditation session, my Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the wisdom of developing restraint.

A related article is here: Aparihani Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Saturday Dhamma Class The Arahant Sutta

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 27, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Arahant Sutta. The Arahant Sutta is a brief and direct explanation of awakening.

A related article is here: The Arahant Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Thursday Dhamma Class Becoming Explained Talk 3 Mula Sutta

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 25, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the third of three classes on what is meant  by "Becoming" in relation to Dependent Origination.

A related article is here: Becoming Explained - Three Suttas

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Wednesday Dhamma Talk Dependent Origination and Becoming

This is a recording of my Wednesday Dhamma talk streamed live every Wednesday at 12 noon eastern US time from May 24, 2017. This talk is on Dependent Origination and the meaning of becoming.

A related article is here: Becoming Explained - Three Suttas

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Thank You. Peace.

Tuesday Dhamma Class Becoming Explained Talk 2

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 23, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the second of three classes on what is meant  by "Becoming" in relation to Dependent Origination.

A related article is here: Becoming Explained - Three Suttas

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Saturday Dhamma Class Becoming Explained Talk 1 Loka Sutta

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 20, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is the first of three classes on what is meant by "Becoming" in relation to Dependent Origination.

A related article is here: Becoming Explained - Three Suttas

If you find benefit from this talk, please consider a donation. Thank You. Peace. 

2017 Spring Retreat Talk 1 Introduction and The Nagara Sutta

This is talk 1 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This talk is an introduction to our retreat and a talk on the Nagara Sutta where the Buddha describes his awakening.

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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2017 Spring Retreat Talk 2 Sangha Discussion

This is talk 2 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This is a recording of our sangha discussion on Dependent Origination and related topics..

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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2017 Spring Retreat Talk 3 The Phena Sutta

This is talk 3 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This talk is on The Phena Sutta.

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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2017 Spring Retreat Talk 4 Four Noble Truths

This is talk 4 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This talk is on The Four Noble Truths.

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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2017 Spring Retreat Talk 5 The Anatta-Lakkhana Sutta

This is talk 5 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This talk is on the Anatta-Lakkhana Sutta.

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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2017 Spring Retreat Talk 6 The Fire Discourse

This is talk 6 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This talk is on the Fire Discourse.

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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2017 Spring Retreat Talk 7 Kaccayanagotta and Bhava Suttas

This is talk 7 from our Spring 2017 Retreat. This talk is on the Kaccayanagotta and Bhava Sutta .

Our Fall 2017 will be from October 19 to October 22. Information is at https://crossrivermeditation.com/

A single playlist is here: 2017 Spring Retreat Dhamma Talks

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Thursday Dhamma Class The Chavalata Sutta - Right Intention

This a recording of our Thursday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 19, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Chavalata Sutta, a sutta on Right Intention.

A Related Article is here:  Chavalata Sutta

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Wednesday Dhamma Talk When Dhamma Practice Is Stressful

This is a recording of my Wednesday Dhamma talk streamed live every Wednesday at 12 noon eastern US time from May 17, 2017. This talk is on stress arising from Dhamma practice.

A related article is here: When Dhamma Practice is Stressful

Here is the archive for all of John's Dhamma articles and talks: Dhamma Article and Talk Archive

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Tuesday Dhamma Class Cula-Saccaka Sutta

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 16, 2017.

My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the Cula-Saccaka Sutta. In this sutta the Buddha debates Saccaka, a Jain proponent.

A Related Article is here: The Cula-Saccaka Sutta

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Wednesday Dhamma Talk The Pali Canon Talk 2

This is a recording of my Wednesday Dhamma talk streamed live every Wednesday at 12 noon eastern US time. This talk was recorded on May 10, 2017. This talk is my second of two talks on the maintenance of the Buddha’s teachings in the second book of the Pali Canon - the Sutta Pitaka.

A related article is here: The Pali Canon

Related articles by John Haspel to all Dhamma talks are at CrossRiverMeditation.com. If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation.

Tuesday Dhamma Class The Pali Canon Talk 1

This a recording of our Tuesday evening Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 9, 2017.

My Dhamma talk is the first of two talks on the  Pali Canon and the authentic preservation of the Buddha’s direct teachings in the second book of the Canon - the Sutta Pitaka.

A Related Article is here: The Pali Canon

Related articles by John Haspel to all Dhamma talks are at CrossRiverMeditation.com. If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation.

Saturday Dhamma Class Jhanas - Meditative Absorption

This a recording of our Saturday Morning Dhamma class at Cross River Meditation Center in Frenchtown, New Jersey from May 6, 2017. My Dhamma talk and our Sangha discussion is on the 4 levels of meditative absorption know as Jhanas.

A related article is here: Jhanas

Related articles by John Haspel to all Dhamma talks are at CrossRiverMeditation.com. If you find benefit from this talk please consider a donation.