Central - Pima College class
"Ancient Teachings for a Modern World"
with Gen Kelsang Lingpur
2,500 years after the passing of Buddha, his message continues to resonate. This compelling introductory course explains the essentail principles of the Buddhist way of life, practice, history and philosophy. Meditation is explained clearly and simply a a tool for developing beneficial qualities such as love and patienceleading to both mental peace and physical well-being.
Pima College - Community Campus on Bonita
Fridays, 10 am beginning Jan. 29 - Apr. 2 (8 Weeks - No class on Feb 12 or 26)
$10 per class, or 5-class card for $40
Register through Pima College Continuing Education
Topics:
Who is Buddha? The history and development of Buddhist lineages and migration
What is Meditation? Explanation and Examples of Various Meditation Methods
The Nature of the MInd, Past and Future Lives
Understanding Karma: The Law of Cause and Effect
The Mahayana Path: Working for the Benefit of Others
Lojong: Transforming Adverse Conditions and Training the Mind
The Bodhisattva's Way of Life: The Practice of the Six Perfections
What is Emptiness? - The Real Nature of Reality
Ultimate Truth - How things Really Exist