The talks cover a range of topics but center around Batchelor's ongoing study of the earliest Buddhist sutras including those in which the Buddha discussed his own awakening and those in which he elucidated his core teachings, the Four Enobling Truths and the Eightfold Path.

These talks reveal Batchelor's deep understanding of Buddhist teaching and his broad knowledge of the roots of modern Buddhism. Moreover, they are delivered in Batchelor's gentle, thoughtful style, and are truly a joy to listen to.

Now, with Stephen Batchelor's kind permission, The North Carolina Zen Center is making these very special talks available to all. For a small donation of $25, plus $3 S&H, you will receive by mail a deluxe 4 CD boxed set which includes all four talks, each on a separate CD.

All profits from the sale of these talks go directly to the support and maintenance of the North Carolina Zen Center.