 Wednesday evenings from 7:00pm-8:30pm
Introductory Classes
The General Program (GP) provides an introduction to practical Buddhist teachings that are particularly suitable for beginners. The class includes a guided meditation, a teaching on a particular aspect of Buddhism, a discussion and concluding meditation on that evenings topic. The General Program is designed to help you create a better life for yourself and others. You are welcome to attend any or all classes.
Class Schedule 2008:
Series: Cultivating Wisdom
Apr. 2nd - Wisdom I
Apr. 9th - Wisdom II
Apr. 16th - Wisdom III
Apr. 23rd - Enlightenment
April 30th Meditation, Dinner, Discussion
Series: Transform Your Mind, Transform Your World
May 7th: Realize Your Own Mind
May 14th: How our Mind Creates our World
May 21st: Correct View
May 28th: Correct Intention
June 4th: Pure Aspiration
June 11th: Mindfulness & Concentration
June 18th: Eye of Wisdom
June 25th: Offering to the Spiritual Guide (Chanted Prayers - No Teaching)
July 2nd: Delusion & Virtue
July 9th: Faith & Doubt
July 16th: Delusions: Anger & Attachment
July 23rd: Confidence vs. Pride
July 30th: Effort vs. Laziness
August 6th: Overcoming Jealousy & Miserliness
August 13th: Compassion & Consideration
August 20th: Spiritual Honesty
August 27th: How to Progress on the Path
Class Cost:Each class is $7 or $25/month. Ganden Center is a non-profit organization and all funds received go towards covering the costs of the Center.
Class Description:
GP classes begin with a simple guided meditation exercise to reduce stress, tension, and distractions. This is followed by a teaching on a particular aspect of Buddhism and how to apply Buddhist principles into daily life. The class then breaks for informal group discussions, followed by a question and answer session; the class ends with a guided meditation to help deepen our experience of the subject(s) discussed in class. After the class there is a chance to enjoy snacks and refreshments while relaxing or discussing the ideas presented in the teaching with other participants. GP classes are open to those who are able to attend only occasionally, as well as to those who want to follow a systematic series of classes. You can sit in a chair or on a cushion, you do not need to wear any special clothing.
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