Tenshin Roshi talks on Case 1 of the Gateless Gate, 'Joshu's Dog', or 'Mu' as it also known. It is one of the most famous barrier koans in the Zen tradition.

Tenshin Roshi talks on Case 57 of the Book of Equanimity, 'Genyo's One Thing'. The talk was given during the New Year's Sesshin at Yokoji Zen Mountain Center and Tenshin Roshi brings up the theme of hindrances and resolutions at the turn of the year.