Clear Mountain Monastery Project

Clear Mountain Monastery

Dharma talks from monastics at Clear Mountain, an aspiring Buddhist Forest monastery in the greater Seattle area. The Forest Tradition represents a return to the simple way of life taught by the Buddha. Monastics aspire to live as the early disciples did: dwelling in the forest, studying the teachings, and devoting themselves to meditation. To learn more, visit https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org.

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    A Buddhist Response to Artificial Intelligence: A Nuanced Perspective | Randima Fernando Q&A

    In this session, Randima Fernando, co-founder of Center for Humane Technology (https://www.humanetech.com/) joins Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho for a conversation. Randima's Biography: Randima has presented on the intersection of technology, mindfulness, and social impact to the world’s leading technology companies, NGOs, and government agencies. He is a Co-Founder and former Executive Director of Center for Humane Technology, which has helped over 100 million people globally understand the harms of extractive technology through the documentary film The Social Dilemma, the podcast Your Undivided Attention, and many other initiatives. Randima started his career at NVIDIA, where he led many award-winning projects and authored three #1-ranked books on 3D graphics over seven years. Additionally, he was a founding Board Member of the NVIDIA Foundation. Randima then served for seven years as founding Executive Director at Mindful Schools, a nonprofit that has taught mindfulness to millions of kids and over 70,000 educators worldwide. He is also a former board member of Spirit Rock Meditation Center. The link to the 7:00-7:45 pm Zoom session following the livestream may be found on the event listing at https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org/events/wednesday/. Tune in with fellow practitioners for Clear Mountain’s weekly online and hybrid events! - Wednesday Evening Teaching & Discussion (6:00 – 7:45 pm PT, YouTube then Zoom) - Saturday Morning Meditation, Teaching, & Coffee Social (9:30 - 11 am PT, Online & In-Person) - Sunday Evening “Mission Majjhima!” Sutta Teaching & Discussion (5:00 - 6 pm PT, Online) See https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org/ or visit https://linktr.ee/clear_mountain_monastery for details. Welcome!

    1 h 1 min
  2. 16 AVR.

    Tantra! Vajra! Guru! Aaaa! An Indo-Tibetan Primer - Every Syllable About Ethics | Jay Garfield Q&A

    In this session, Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho interview Indo-Tibetan Buddhist scholar Dr. Jay Garfield (https://jaygarfield.org/). 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:00:25 – Biography of Professor Jay Garfield 00:01:48 – Prof. Garfield's Start Studying Buddhist Philosophy 00:06:14 – The Origin of the "Third World Expectation" Requirement 00:08:34 – Why Study at the Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies? 00:09:15 – Shared Experiences at Hampshire College 00:10:18 – Defining Indo-Tibetan Buddhism 00:12:13 – Comparing Theravada and Indo-Tibetan Traditions 00:17:17 – Explaining the Three Turnings of the Wheel of Dharma 00:26:24 – Authenticity and the Definition of "Word of the Buddha" (Buddhavacana) 00:33:44 – The Story of the Academic Exchange Program 00:36:48 – Distinguishing the Three Vehicles (Yānas) 00:39:50 – Common Misunderstandings of Tantra 00:40:38 – Overview of the Four Major Schools of Tibetan Buddhism 00:45:35 – The Role of Ethics (Sīla) in Buddhist Study 00:50:06 – The Guru: Fourth Jewel of Tibetan Buddhism 00:51:17 – Exploring Dzogchen and "Pointing Out" Instructions 00:59:18 – Which Languages Would You Prioritize Learning? 01:00:06 – Top Book Recommendations for Beginners 01:00:31 – Which Western Philosopher Should a Buddhist Read? 01:00:47 – Whose Mind Would You Like to Experience? 01:01:13 – Which Realm of Being Would You Inhabit? 01:01:45 – Have You Ever Considered Ordination? Dr. Garfield's Biography: Jay L. Garfield is Professor of Philosophy Emeritus at Smith College, visiting professor of Buddhist philosophy at Harvard Divinity School, Professor of Philosophy at Melbourne University, and adjunct professor of philosophy at the Central Institute of Higher Tibetan Studies. His work has focused on Buddhist philosophy, metaphysics, philosophy of mind, ethics, and cross-cultural work, addressing topics in cognitive science, modern Indian philosophy, epistemology, and Indo-Tibetan Madhyamaka and Yogācāra Buddhism in particular. He is the author or editor of over 30 books including "Losing Ourselves: Learning to Live without a Self," "Buddhist Ethics: A Philosophical Exploration," "Engaging Buddhism: Why Does Buddhism Matter to Philosophy?," and "How to Lose Yourself: An Ancient Guide to Letting Go" in addition to nearly 200 articles, chapters, and reviews. He is also the Professor of the Great Courses Series on "The Meaning of Life." The link to the 7:00-7:45 pm Zoom session following the livestream may be found on the event listing at https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org/events/wednesday/. Tune in with fellow practitioners for Clear Mountain’s weekly online and hybrid events! - Wednesday Evening Teaching & Discussion (6:00 – 7:45 pm PT, YouTube then Zoom) - Saturday Morning Meditation, Teaching, & Coffee Social (9:30 - 11 am PT, Online & In-Person) - Sunday Evening “Mission Majjhima!” Sutta Teaching & Discussion (5:00 - 6 pm PT, Online) See https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org/ or visit https://linktr.ee/clear_mountain_monastery for details. Welcome!

    1 h 3 min
  3. 9 AVR.

    Sacrifice & Grace: Leg Lost & Pain Meditation Tested on a Cold Foreign Highway | Ajahn Mahā Dam

    In this interview, Ajahn Kovilo and Ajahn Nisabho speak with Ajahn Mahā Dam (https://www.facebook.com/buddhakhanti/), who was handicapped during the Walk For Peace. 00:00:00 – Introduction 00:01:27 – Early Faith and Becoming a Novice 00:03:24 – Moving to Thailand at Age 14 00:04:03 – Ajahn's "Second Birth" as a Buddhist 00:05:41 – Challenges of Language and Adaptation 00:07:07 – Sustaining Monastic Life as a Youth 00:09:34 – Transitioning to Pāli Studies in Bangkok 00:11:38 – The Technique of Pain Meditation 00:14:03 – Recollections of the Accident 00:17:00 – Duration of the Peace Walk 00:21:27 – Breath Meditation vs. Mantras 00:22:25 – The Importance of Mindfulness at Death 00:25:11 – Advice on Loss and Mindfulness Without the Breath 00:26:38 – Sensations Immediately After Impact 00:30:17 – Processing the News of Amputation 00:33:08 – Offering the Leg as Buddha Pūja 00:37:31 – Hopes for Future Service to the Dhamma 00:39:36 – Experiences with Racism and Being a Stranger 00:41:10 – Favorite Teachers of the Thai Forest Tradition 00:42:38 – Listening to Ajahn Chah in Isaan/Lao Language 00:44:01 – Hopes for Pilgrimage in India and Nepal 00:44:36 – The Core Purpose of the Walk for Peace 00:48:07 – Practicing with Loss and Avoiding Resentment 00:50:55 – Forgiveness and the "Second Arrow" of Anger 00:54:13 – Reflections on the Community’s Support 00:56:37 – Current Recovery and Future Hopes 00:58:54 – A New Companion: The Peace Dog Ajahn Mahā Dam's Biography: Ajahn Mahā Dam Prommasan (พระอาจารย์มหาดำ พรหมสาร) was born in Savannakhet, Laos and ordained as a novice monk at age nine. At age fourteen, he traveled to Ubon, Thailand to further his studies at Wat Phitsopārām (วัดพิชโสภาราม), later continuing his studies in Bangkok where he would complete the eighth of nine levels of Pāli Proficiency. In 2016, he moved to Wat Lao Buddha Khanti in Snellville, Georgia, where he now serves as head monk. At the end of last year, Ajahn Maha Dam joined Bhante Paññākāra's Walk for Peace tudong. While on this walking pilgrimage near Houston, Texas, he was struck by a vehicle, resulting in injuries so severe that his leg had to be amputated. Despite the profound physical trauma and the loss of his limb, he continues his life as a monk with a heart free of grievance, embodying the very peace he set out to share with the world. To learn more about Ajahn Mahā Dam, visit: https://www.watlaobuddhakhanti.org/ OR https://www.facebook.com/buddhakhanti/ - Interview with the Walk for Peace leader, Bhante Paññākāra here: https://youtu.be/vgo0mhBAotM - And Part Two of that interview here: https://youtu.be/r_AhRfLJJNw #walkforpeace #alokathepeacedog #buddhistmonks ---- Tune in with fellow practitioners for Clear Mountain’s weekly online and hybrid events! - Wednesday Evening Teaching & Discussion (6:00 - 7:45 pm PT, YouTube then Zoom) - Saturday Morning Meditation, Teaching, & Coffee Social (9:30 - 11:00 am PT, Online & In-Person) - Sunday Evening “Mission Majjhima!” Sutta Teaching & Discussion (5:00 - 6:00 pm PT, Online) See https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org/ or visit https://linktr.ee/clear_mountain_monastery for details. Welcome!

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Dharma talks from monastics at Clear Mountain, an aspiring Buddhist Forest monastery in the greater Seattle area. The Forest Tradition represents a return to the simple way of life taught by the Buddha. Monastics aspire to live as the early disciples did: dwelling in the forest, studying the teachings, and devoting themselves to meditation. To learn more, visit https://www.clearmountainmonastery.org.

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