Institute of Buddhist Studies Podcast

Lecture by Leslie Kawamura Video Version Dr. Kawamura begins his lecture by reiterating the usual understanding of anatman (no-self) — that a "self" does not exist. But if a self does not exist, then there would be little or no need to be concerned or involved in the Buddha-Dharma (teachings of the Buddha). What does it mean to say "no-self" in Buddhism? In his lecture Dr. Kawamura will approach this issue from a purely Mahayana perspective and discuss both Madhyamaka and Yogacara systems. Originally recorded Spring 2007, © Leslie Kawamura

Lecture by Leslie Kawamura Audio Version Dr. Kawamura begins his lecture by reiterating the usual understanding of anatman (no-self) — that a "self" does not exist. But if a self does not exist, then there would be little or no need to be concerned or involved in the Buddha-Dharma (teachings of the Buddha). What does it mean to say "no-self" in Buddhism? In his lecture Dr. Kawamura will approach this issue from a purely Mahayana perspective and discuss both Madhyamaka and Yogacara systems. Originally recorded Spring 2007, © Leslie Kawamura

Lecture by Taigen Daniel Leighton Video Version Taigen Leighton of the Institute of Buddhist studies and the Ancient Dragon Zen Gate meditation group in Chicago, IL, discusses the ways in which Dogen referenced the Lotus Sutra. Originally recorded May 19, 2007 © 2007, Taigen Daniel Leighton

Presentation by Dr. Kenneth Tanaka Visiting from Tokyo, the former Dean of the Institute shares his thoughts on the meaning of Amida Buddha in Shin Buddhism. Originally recorded 14 February 2007 © 2007, Kenneth Tanaka

Lecture by Charles D. Orzech In this talk Prof. Orzech examines three important developments of Song Esoteric Buddhism. First he examines the renewed translation efforts by the first two Northern Song Emperors and their establishment of the Institute for the Translation of Scriptures (Yijing yuan). Second, he explores evidence for the circulation and use of Esoteric scriptures and rituals recorded in the journal of the Japanese pilgrim Jojin on his visit to Wutaishan. Finally he looks at the integration of Esoteric themes, deities, and rituals in the Dazu region during the Southern Song. Originally recorded in the Spring of 2007; © Charles D. Orzech