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Ajahn Nisabho discusses the integration of Taoist energy alchemy with Buddhist practices for achieving liberation.

In this talk, Ajahn Nisabho the Buddha's directions towards developing jhāna through mindfulness of breathing, as articulated in the Ānāpānassati Sutta (MN 18 - https://suttacentral.net/mn118/en/bodhi?lang=en&reference=none&highlight=false). Taoist articulations of how to refine the body's energies provide practical tools for practitioners looking to refine the mind through these stages. Specifically, Jason Bartlett's "Awakening Alchemy" methodology, described in the talk and essay below, give in-depth guidance about the approach.Video: Buddhist Lotus, Taoist Roots: An Ancient Blueprint for Modern Practice | Jason Bartlett Q&A: https://youtu.be/qlU00qmHq1EAwakening Alchemy Essay: http://Luminousdharma.org/awakening-alchemy/------Tune in with fellow practitioners for Clear Mountain’s weekly online and hybrid events!- Wednesday Evening Teaching & Discussion (6:00 – 7:30 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…

People in this episode

Host: Clear Mountain Monastery

Guest: Ajahn Nisabho

Topics covered

• Taoist Energy Alchemy
• Buddhist Liberation
• mindfulness of breathing
• jhāna
• energy refinement
• Awakening Alchemy

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Luminousdharma.org, Buddhist Lotus

Books & works: Ānāpānassati Sutta

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