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The Rowdy Buddhist Podcast
by Rev. Kanjin Cederman
This a podcast of short lectures by Kanjin Cederman Shonin of the Enkyoji Buddhist Network. Here we study the basics of Buddhism and give more in depth of these concepts within a modern and easy way to understand and implement the teachings of the Buddha. It is my hope to support those that are interested and practice Buddhism. "Learning is doing!" Let us live our lives in the spirit of enlightenment and work towards creating a Pure Land here and now in our lives...
Episodes
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Beyond Slogans: Living the Dharma, Not Just Defending It
Are we practicing Buddhism to transform ourselves, or simply using its teachings to prove that we are right? In this thought-provoking Dharma lecture, we explore the danger of turning Buddhist teachings into rigid beliefs, moral slogans, and ideological arguments. Drawing upon the Lotus Sutra…
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Sacred Fire, Sacred Herb: The Hidden Meaning of Hōroku
Sacred Fire, Sacred Herb: The Hidden Meaning of Hōroku Myōgō Why does a Nichiren Shū Buddhist priest place a clay plate on a person's head and burn fragrant mugwort during prayer? In this episode, we explore the rich history and symbolism of Hōroku Myōgō (Hōroku-kyū), a unique summer purification...
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Another Candle, Another Awakening: Celebrating Birthdays the Buddhist Way
Most people think of birthdays as a time for cake, gifts, and growing older—but Buddhism invites us to see them as something much deeper. In this inspiring talk, Rev. Kanjin Cederman explores how birthdays can become powerful moments of gratitude, reflection, and spiritual renewal. Drawing from…
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The Spirit of Offering: Honoring the Buddha Through Gratitude and Practice
In this episode of The Rowdy Buddhist Podcast, we explore the true meaning of making offerings in Buddhism. Discover why flowers, incense, light, water, and food are not gifts to a deity, but practices that cultivate gratitude, generosity, mindfulness, and compassion within ourselves. Learn how...
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The Hands of Compassion: Self-Reiki Through the Lens of Maka Shikan
The Hands of Compassion: Self-Reiki Through the Lens of Maka Shikan explores how the modern practice of self-Reiki can be understood through the Buddhist meditation teachings of Maka Shikan (Great Calming and Contemplation) by Grand Master Zhiyi. Rather than presenting Reiki as a separate…
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Why We Chant the Lotus Sutra: Practice and Benefit in Nichiren Buddhism
Here is a short explanation you can use to promote or introduce the lecture: Why do Nichiren Shū Buddhists chant the Lotus Sutra? This lecture explores the meaning and purpose of one of the central practices of Nichiren Buddhism: reciting the Lotus Sutra and chanting Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō...
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SHINDOKU – The Sacred Sound of the Dharma
SHINDOKU – The Sacred Sound of the Dharma examines how Buddhist teachings moved from the oral recitation traditions of India into the scriptural and chanting culture of Tang Dynasty China, and how these traditions were preserved and transmitted into Japan. Together we will explore the meaning of...
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The Many Me's in Meditation
This lecture explores the many different versions of “self” that arise within our minds through memory, emotion, relationships, expectations, and spiritual identity. Through Buddhist meditation, chanting, and mindfulness practice, we will examine how these shifting “me’s” influence suffering,...
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Many Bodies; One Mind "Itai Doushin" [異体同心]
Lecture from Sept. 17th, 2023 Itai Dōshin (異体同心) is a Buddhist principle often translated as “many in body, one in mind.” It teaches that although individuals may differ in personality, background, abilities, and circumstances, they can work together harmoniously when united by a shared purpose,...
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Fasting Is Meditation
🌿 Fasting Is Meditation 🌿 A Dharma Talk by Rev. Kanjin Cederman What if hunger isn’t a problem… but a doorway to awareness? Drawing from Yoga, Ayurveda, and Buddhism, this talk explores: • Why we feel the need to constantly eat • The difference between hunger and craving • How fasting can…
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Finding the “Why” in “Why Study Buddhism?”
“Finding the ‘Why’ in ‘Why Study Buddhism?’” is a thought-provoking lecture that explores the deeper purpose behind Buddhist practice. Moving beyond simple curiosity or the search for peace, this talk examines how the teachings of the Buddha guide us to understand suffering, transform our lives,...
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“Returning to the "Why" — Through the Odaimoku”
“Returning to the Why — Through the Odaimoku” is a guided meditation that gently leads participants inward to reconnect with their deeper purpose for practice. Through mindful breathing, reflective awareness, and the rhythmic chanting of Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō, this meditation helps quiet the mind,...
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“Awakening Begins Here: The True Meaning of the Buddha’s Birth”
This Hanamatsuri lecture teaches that the birth of Shakyamuni Buddha is not just a historical event, but a living reminder that all people possess the potential for enlightenment. Drawing from the Lotus Sutra and the writings of Nichiren, it emphasizes the dignity of every life and the presence…
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“Is It Wrong to Say Buddhism and Its Teachings Can Save You?”
This talk explores whether it is appropriate to say that Buddhism can “save” us, reframing salvation as liberation through awakening rather than rescue from outside. Drawing connections between Easter’s message of renewal and the Buddha’s birth on April 8th, it highlights our shared human…
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“Awakening Within – Liberation for Self and Others”: 30-Minute Guided Meditation
This 30-minute guided meditation invites practitioners to gently settle the body and mind, reflect on the nature of suffering, and awaken to their inner Buddha-nature. Through mindful breathing, silent chanting of Namu Myōhō Renge Kyō, and compassionate awareness, participants connect with their...
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Helping Others with Wisdom: When Compassion Becomes Attachment
This lecture, “Helping Others with Wisdom: When Compassion Becomes Attachment,” explores the deeper Buddhist understanding of compassion beyond simple kindness. It challenges the common assumption that helping others is always beneficial, revealing how unchecked compassion can sometimes lead to...
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Guarding our Energy: Awakening Compassion
In “Guarding Our Energy, Awakening Compassion,” Rev. Kanjin Cederman explores how to remain calm, centered, and compassionate when faced with both supportive and difficult people. Drawing on Buddhist wisdom, this talk offers practical guidance on protecting one’s inner state, setting healthy...
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Reaching the "Other Shore" of Enlightenment;O-Higan (お彼岸)
O-Higan is a Buddhist observance held during the spring and autumn equinox that symbolizes crossing from the “this shore” of suffering to the “other shore” of enlightenment. The practice encourages reflection on the **Six Pāramitās—generosity, ethical conduct, patience, diligence, meditation, and...
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Chapter 21 of The Lotus Sutra (The Supernatural Powers of the Tathagata)
This lecture explores Chapter 21 of the Lotus Sutra, “The Supernatural Powers of the Tathagata,” through the lens of Nichiren Buddhism. It explains how the Buddha demonstrates supernatural powers to confirm the truth of the Lotus Sutra and entrusts its future propagation to the Bodhisattvas of…
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Prince Shōtoku and the Living Light of the Lotus Sutra
This lecture explored how Prince Shōtoku helped establish the spiritual foundation of Japan through his devotion to the Lotus Sutra, centuries before Nichiren proclaimed it as the essential teaching for the Latter Age of the Dharma. As regent of early Japan, Prince Shōtoku promoted the Lotus…
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The Significance of Nichiren Shonin's Birth
In this lecture we investigate how Nichiren Shonin's birth and faith can be used in our own study and practice of the Lotus Sutra.
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The Fifth Hinderance of Meditation, due to Doubt!
In this podcast we will discuss the last of the Five Hinderances in practicing Meditation find in our Doubt! We will discuss why this is a "Hinderance" to our practice and how to remedy it, by changing poison into medicine.
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The Fourth Hinderance of Meditation of Restlessness Due to Worry and Remorse
In this episode, we talk about the concept of the agitated mind during meditation from worry and Remorse.
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The Third Hinderance to Meditation Practice of Laziness and Lethargy
In this lecture on the Third Hinderance towards practice, we can become aware of the reality of Laziness and Lethargy. The path towards freedom comes with the investigation of these potential roadblocks in all of their forms.
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Not all meditations and practices are the same!
This podcast focuses on that not all meditation and practices are the same and how spiritual materialism can cause us to be confused on our practice. As we learn and practice, we need to learn a practice and devote ourselves to the proper study.
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The Second Hinderance to Meditation Practice of Aversion
The second of the five hindrances in Buddhism is ill will or aversion, which is a form of aversion or dislike that encompasses a range of negative emotions: minor irritation, anger, outrage, hatred, resentment, and hostility. Ill will is the opposite of lovingkindness, and it can manifest in many...
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The Hinderance to Meditation practice of Worldly Desire
This aspect of our nature, born of our instinct to survive and continue our species, has directed our lives in a powerful and even destructive way. As Buddhists we should gain insight into this powerful aspect of our nature and understand how ryu realize true contentment in our lives.
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The Five Hinderences in Meditation
We can trace pretty much any problem that we have during meditation to one or more of these predispositions that we call the 5 Hinderances of Worldly desire, Aversion, Laziness and Lethargy, Agitation due to worry and remorse, and doubt. Let us explore these and the remedy...
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Staying Motivated & Conclusion
Here, we talk about staying motivated and keeping a consistent State of mind during our practice, understanding what the goal of our practice is on continuing towards that goal.
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Meditation: The Right Attitude
What do we need to succeed in our meditation practice? This is based on the correct attitude in practice...
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Meditation: Regulating Sleep for our practice
One of the 5 aspects that we must regulate such as sleep in order to support our meditation practice... This was a previous episode going from Summer into Fall.
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Meditation Practice: Setting a Time and Place.
In order to have a proper practice, we need to establish a correct time and place where we can have the maximum experience in our meditation. In this segment we talk about these aspects and give you recommendations as to how to design yours.
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Establishing a Meditation Practice
We are just going over the basic challenges to establishing a meditation practice. What we need to be aware of and how to apply the appropriate medicine to our challenges so that we can have a consistent and beneficial practice.
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Meditation, the Art of a Fully Conscious Life
This is a recording of the main points of meditation practice and what we need to focus on...
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Meditation on Impermanance
In this meditation, we focus on impermanence and the factors of it. This is essential as the Buddhist to understand the reality of the world and how attachment to things pause the suffering.
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What is Learning and Practicing in Buddhism?
Perhaps we need to rethink the meaning of learning and practicing in Buddhism and what type of learning are we moving towards? Are we moving towards intellectual understanding or Dhyana Concentration?
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Priest Osho of Mount Nachi
This is a story about a priest who gives up his body. For the practice. Turn up holding of the Lotus Sutra. This references, of course, the scene from chapter 23 of the Medicine King Bodhisattva burning his body as an offering.
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Priest Myotatsu of Ryugeji Temple in Dewa Province
This is a story #8, concerning a priest who met King Yama in the in the Underworld. He is given a charge to spread and teach the Lotus Sutra. His teaching allowed people to follow the correct way. In death, he was rewarded for his great accomplishment.
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The Preceptor Muku
This is a story of a monk who upon his death is able to correct his incorrect behavior after death through the power of the Lotus Sutra.
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Zange Kimyo (Accomplishment of Karmic Atonement)
In this concept, we make a deep and sincere apology. Resolve from our past wrongdoings and deeds. I take refuge in the Buddha.
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The Story of Mt. Hiei Chief Executive Ensho
This is a story concerning Chief Executive Priest of Mount Hiei and his passing from a miraculous tails of the Lotus suture from ancient Japan.
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Priest Soo of the Mudoji Temple of Mt. Hiei
This is a story of the ancient priest Soo, who was said to have been a disciple of Master Jikaku, the third head Priest of Mt. Hiei. Finding faith in the Lotus Sutra, his wish could be fulfilled.
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Venerable Master Jikaku of Mount Hiei
This is the story of venerable master of Chicago of Mount explaining study, life, and the miraculous events of his death. He became the Third Abbott of the Tendai sect and is mentioned many times in Nichiren Shonin s teachings.
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Grand Master Dengyo of Mt. Hiei
This is a story from the Miraculous tales of the Lotus Sutra from Ancient Japan focusing specifically on the story of Grandmaster Dengyo and his relationship with the Lotus Sutra.
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Bodhisattva Gyogi
This is another story from the book miraculous tales of the Lotus Sutra from ancient Japan written by priest chingen. It's important to understand these stories because they provide us context into the education and culture of the great founders of Buddhism especially those pertaining to the…
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Prince Shotoku, The Transmitter of the Buddhist Law
I am sharing with everyone the miraculous tales of the Lotus Sutra from ancient Japan which is actually a commonly reference book in ancient commentary and teachings. I think that it is essential for us to understand these stories that many of our founders of the Buddhist traditions of Japan…
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Transforming Pain Through Awareness...
This is a very useful meditation in order to use the experience of pain in a beneficial way towards our goal of enlightenment. Also this allows us to transform that which we may consider negative into a positive awareness in our life.
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Body Scan Meditation
This is a narrated body scan meditation for you to become aware of the elements connected to your body, moving your awareness to points of tension, and relaxing them. This is a very basic practice that is used for one to become aware of one's body during meditation or chanting. That if we find a...
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Connecting with Nichiren Shonin...
This episode was in response to a question on www.patreon.com how about connecting with our founder Nichiren Shonin.
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The Rebel Preacher Nisshin Shonin the "Pot Wearing Saint"
This a lecture based on the life and teachings of Nisshin Shonin otherwise known as the Pot Wearing Saint.
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ABOUT THIS SHOW
This a podcast of short lectures by Kanjin Cederman Shonin of the Enkyoji Buddhist Network. Here we study the basics of Buddhism and give more in depth of these concepts within a modern and easy way to understand and implement the teachings of the Buddha. It is my hope to support those that are interested and practice Buddhism. "Learning is doing!" Let us live our lives in the spirit of enlightenment and work towards creating a Pure Land here and now in our lives...
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