Dharma Talks by Reverend Master Meian Elbert, Abbess Reverend Master Meian Elbert is a Dharma Heir of Rev. Master Jiyu-Kennett. She was ordained a monk in 1977 and was transmitted by Rev. Master Jiyu in 1979. Before becoming Abbess in June, 2010, she served as Chief Cook, Novice Master, Chief Precentor, Prior and Vice Abbess. She was chaplain to Rev. Master Jiyu for more than 15 years. A selection of her talks is available below. For access to additional talks, please use the Archive page.