An In-depth Study Program
The purpose of the Foundation Programis to provide a systematic presentation of particular subjects of Mahayana Buddhism to enable practitioners to deepen their knowledge and experience of Buddhism.
The Foundation Program is the opportunity to engage in a structured study and meditation program on the essential teachings of the Buddhist spiritual path.
Foundation Program
Mondays 6:00pm to 7:30pm
A Spiritual Path
To find lasting happiness and meaning in our lives we need to follow a spiritual path. To follow this path it is important to have a close connection with a qualified teacher who can give us personal advice and encouragement, to listen to pure Dharma teachings, and to be a part of a strong spiritual community.
In this way, we are able to gain a deeper understanding of the meaning of Buddha’s teachings, maintain a daily meditation practice that is both focused and powerful, and make genuine spiritual progress
Five Subjects
By studying on this program we shall gain great confidence in meditation – from basic techniques for overcoming our everyday problems to practices leading to unsurpassed happiness and permanent inner peace. Warm friendships develop as students inspire each other, sharing insights and experiences of the spiritual path.
We gain the ability to put all Buddha’s teachings of both Sutra and Tantra into practice. We can easily make progress on and complete the stages of the path to the supreme happiness of enlightenment.
The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment
Based on the commentary Joyful Path of Good Fortune
Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life
Based on the commentary Meaningful to Behold
The Heart Sutra
Based on the commentary The New Heart of Wisdom
Training the Mind
Based on the commentaries Universal Compassion and Eight Steps to Happiness
Types of Mind
Based on the commentary How to Understand the Mind
A Commitment
The Foundation Program takes approximately five years to complete and requires an enrollment procedure. For more information, please contact us.