Opening Dharma Access: Listening to BIPOC Teachers & Practitioners

Illumination of Chan with Rebecca Li

Nov 7, 2023
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Rebecca Li
Dr. Rebecca Li, author of 'Illumination: A Guide to the Buddhist Method of No-Method', discusses her practice & teachings on Chan Buddhism. Topics include lineage comparisons with Zen Buddhism, the role of lay and English-speaking traditions within the Dharma Drum lineage, understanding diversity among practitioners, addressing inequality in interview sign-ups, the impetus for writing a book, and exploring the concept of the Buddhist Method of No Method.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 2min
2
Exploring Lineage and Comparison with Zen Buddhism
02:26 • 29min
3
The Two Lanes in the Dharma Drum Lineage: Lay and English-speaking Traditions
31:12 • 4min
4
Acknowledging and Understanding Diversity
35:06 • 12min
5
Addressing Inequality in Interview Sign-Ups
47:30 • 3min
6
The Impetus for Writing a Book and Encouragement from Taiwan
50:32 • 2min
7
A Guide to the Buddhist Method of No Method
52:02 • 7min
8
Closing Statement and Call to Action
58:44 • 2min