Looking at Buddhism from the outside in, it might feel like standing at the shores of a mighty ocean, trying to come up with a question that makes sense. Where to begin?
In the program Discovering Buddhism (DB) we give participants an experimental taste of the Buddhist teachings and skills that help to make their lives more meaningful. This program will provide you with a solid footing in the practice of Mahayana Buddhism.
How it works
The Discovering Buddhism modules consist of teachings, meditations and practices, assessment questions, and practice retreat days. Students may do some or all of these components in each course, as they wish and following their interest. Those who complete all the components of a course receive a completion card for that course. The courses can be taken in different orders, and students can join at any time.
Discovering Buddhism contains fourteen module series and takes about two years to complete. After completing it, you have a solid foundation in the teachings and practices of Tibetan Mahayana Buddhism.
Dates & time: Monday evenings from 20.00-21.30 hrs
It is possible to combine the course with a meditation, from 19.00-19.45 hrs
If you want to join the course, please send an email to amsterdam@maitreya.nl
Suggested donation to cover our costs:
- € 35,- per DB module (5 classes)
- DB module together with Monday evening guided meditation € 45,-
- Single evening: DB class plus guided meditation € 10,-
- Single DB class: € 7,50
For online teachings (via internet; Zoom), half of the above donations is applicable (resp. € 17,50 per module, € 22,50 module plus meditation, single evening: DB and meditation € 5, single DB class: € 3,75)
To support the Maitreya Institute in these difficult times, we would appreciate if you can adhere to the normal suggested donations, as our fixed costs for the center stay the same.
Module 7: Refuge in the Three Jewels
From October 12, 2020 until November 9, 2020 (5 classes)
What is the meaning of taking refuge in the Three Jewels (Buddha, Dharma and Sangha)? We will inform you about their qualities and about the essential practice of refuge. We will explore the advantages and learn about the lay vows and their role in enhancing our spiritual growth.
Discovering Buddhism (DB) Practice Mornings – for students who attend the DB classes
To support our DB study and practices we will spend this morning meditating, incl. Q&A/discussion, upon the material covered so far.
onsite (limited number of people) and online
Date & time: Saturday Nov. 14, 10.00-13.00 hrs
By donation. Please register in advance by sending an email to amsterdam@maitreya.nl
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