Introduction to Buddhist Meditation: Meditation and The Buddhist Way of Life
Fridays | 12-1pm
Meditation classes for everyone with modern Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Norbu
Cost: $10/class, Free for members
“In his Dharma teachings, Buddha advises us not to seek happiness outside ourself, but to establish it within our mind.” - Introduction to Buddhism, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
We all want to be happy all the time, but we normally seek happiness outside ourself. No matter how much we seek happiness outside ourself, we will never find real, lasting happiness, because happiness is a part of the mind that experiences inner peace, or peace of mind. Therefore, the only way to find real, lasting happiness is to establish it within our mind.
How do we establish happiness within our mind? To do this, we have to develop and maintain a peaceful mind. This is the main purpose of meditation and the Buddhist way of life.
In these introductory classes, Gen Norbu will introduce the basic foundations of the Buddhist way of life, including teachings on the mind, reincarnation, karma, and of course meditation. Start at the beginning of the series if you can, but if you miss the beginning then start when you are able.
Recommended reading: Introduction to Buddhism by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Available in our shop, or download here - Introduction to Buddhism
June 5 - Understanding Reincarnation: Past and Future Lives
June 12 - How to Change Our Feelings: What is Karma?
June 19 - Appreciating Our Spiritual Opportunity: Our Precious Human Life
June 26 - Calming the Mind, Reducing Distractions: What is Meditation?
July 3 - Opening the Door to the Spiritual Path: Meditation on Death
July 10 - Real Protection from Suffering: The Buddhist Way of Life
About the Teacher
Gen Norbu is known for his loving and gentle nature and holds a very clear and sharp understanding of Buddha’s teachings. Through his teachings and his personal example, Gen Norbu shows us how to integrate Buddha's teachings into our daily life.