Introduction to Buddhist Meditation: The Path to Liberation
Fridays | 12-1pm
Meditation classes for everyone with modern Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Norbu
Cost: $10/class, Free for members
“Samsara promises much but can never deliver real satisfaction. It is not possible for impure, transient objects to provide the lasting joy we seek. This can be attained only by thoroughly purifying our mind.” - Introduction to Buddhism, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
How many of our problems are caused by our anger and uncontrolled desire? Can we ever be free from suffering and pain, or find real happiness, while such unpeaceful states of mind remain in our heart? How can we develop and maintain a peaceful mind when good things happen to us, and also when unpleasant things happen to us?
These classes will introduce the basic Buddhist teachings and meditations on the path to liberation - the permanent inner peace that can be attained only by reducing and eventually abandoning our anger, uncontrolled desire, and ignorance.
Recommended reading: Introduction to Buddhism by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. Available in our shop, or download here - Introduction to Buddhism
July 17 - Anger and the Four Noble Truths: What Is Liberation?
July 24 - Desire, Suffering, and Non-attachment: Developing Renunciation
July 31 - Discipline, Meditation, and Wisdom: The Three Higher Trainings
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.