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The greatest gift is the
gift of the teachings
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Dharma Talks
given at Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley
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2017-11-09
"We are all Connected: Interconnectedness Within and Between Us"
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James Baraz
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The Buddhist concept of Anatta points to the fact that there is no separate self to whom life is happening. We are inter-connected. This talk explores different levels of this truth. As individuals, biologically we are not one being but rather a complex ecosystem comprised of many different beings. We are connected to each other through our relationships. And we are societal creatures who form groups. In the best of conditions those groups sometimes create an extraordinary field where the whole is greater than the sum of it's parts.
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Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley
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IMCB Regular Talks
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2017-09-07
"Peaceful Warrior in Modern Times"
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James Baraz
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The Buddha spoke of the power of non-harming as a support for inner peace and outward harmony. But how can we both commit to being peaceful while courageously and passionately standing up for what we feel is right and make a difference in the world? This talk includes some of the Buddha's words on peace and non-harming as well as two clips of Julia Butterfly Hill speaking about "Anger v. Love" and "Fierce Compassion".
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Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley
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2017-08-17
"Hatred Never Ceases by Hatred"
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James Baraz
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The Buddha taught: "Hatred never ceases by hatred. Hatred only ceases by love. This is an ancient and eternal law." With tragedies like Charlottesville and the reaction of the president highlighting the forces of hate in our country in these crazy times, how can we avoid giving in to the same reaction within ourselves? How can we acknowledge our repugnance and activated feelings without adding more ill will as we emerge with a wise response? Teachings of Martin Luther King, Jr., Nelson Mandela and the Buddha help us hold this all with a dharmic perspective.
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Insight Meditation Community of Berkeley
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