Buddhism in a Nutshell: Summer Series, Day 8 (Where from here?)
July 25, 2022 @ 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Free – £15.00
About this Course | Mondays, 6 June – 25 July, 19:00-20:30
Buddhism in a Nutshell is a structured entry-level course developed by FPMT (Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition), the international Buddhist organisation to which Jamyang is affiliated. The course provides an introduction to Buddhist concepts and practice for complete beginners. Students explore the life story of the Buddha, the development of Buddhism into various traditions throughout history, essential aspects of Buddhist philosophy and practice, as well as the distinctive features of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition.
About this Session
What does Jamyang have to offer? A look at the Foundation for the Preservation of the Mahayana Tradition and the activities of Jamyang Buddhist Centre here in London, focusing especially on the FPMT Discovering Buddhism, Exploring Buddhism, Basic and Masters’ programmes for further study, practice and development.
Is this for me?
Absolutely! If you’re curious about Buddhism, or perhaps have read about it and would like to find out more, this course is a great starting point.
What can I expect?
Classes will include a combination of teaching, discussion, questions & answers, as well as meditation. Over the eight sessions, students will cover topics such as ‘Who is the Buddha?’, ‘What did the Buddha teach?’, ‘What does it mean to be Buddhist?’, ‘How can we practice?’ and ‘What is the essence of the Path?’.
About the Facilitator
Roy has been meditating for most of his life. A former Director of Jamyang London Buddhist Centre and an FPMT-recognised teacher who has studied and practiced under masters of Buddhist philosophy and meditation for many years, he is also a qualified teacher of secular Mindfulness techniques.
Cost
No one will be turned away because of lack of funds. If the existing tier options are not accessible for you, please email [email protected] to request additional financial support. Everyone is welcome, regardless of what you can pay. We want to help find a pricing plan that is workable for your situation.
