Basic Buddhism Course (English)
- 20 Lessons @ Pu Ji Si BRC
When :
Every Sunday 8 Jan 12 ~ 27 May 12
Time :
9.00 am ~ 11.30 am
Instructor :
Vajiro (Richard) Chia
Adviser :
Ven. Fa Da
Where : Pu Ji Si Buddhist
Research Centre
39 Lorong 12 Geylang
Singapore 399012
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: 6746 6211 (9am ~ 5pm Daily) Fee
: F.O.C. Registration
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Introduction
The Basic Buddhism Course is
specially designed and tailored to suit the fast-paced and modern
lifestyle.
This 20-lesson-course skillfully
balances theoretical study of the fundamental teachings of the
Buddha with Meditation and Pali Chanting, providing a strong basis
for understanding of BUDDHA'S TEACHINGS and a good
foundation for mental development. It will greatly benefit both
beginners as well as long-time practitioners.
The course consists of three
sections, namely BUDDHIST FUNDAMENTALS, MEDITATION and PALI
CHANTING.
Buddhist
Fundamentals
The Buddhist fundamentals are
structured to provide in-depth, intellectual framework for the
understanding of the essentials of the BUDDHA'S
TEACHINGS.
Topics covered include:
The definition of Evil, Good & Pure
Life of the Buddha
Four Noble Truths
Noble Eight-Fold Path
Dependent Origination
Four Foundations of Mindfulness
Karma & Rebirth
as well as studying of major SUTTAS.
Meditation
Step-by-step meditation
instructions & guidance will be given during the course. The
meditation techniques introduced include:
Metta - Loving Kindness
Kayagati - Impurities
of Body
Jhana - Concentration
Vipassana - Insight
Click [Meditation
Instructions] to find out
more
Pali Chanting
Pali Chanting will be taught and recited in the
course. This includes: Homage to the Buddha, Dhamma & Sangha,
offering (puja), as well as the Discourse on Blessings (Maha
Mangala Sutta), Discourse on the Jewels (Ratana
Sutta), and Discourse on Loving-Kindness (Karaniya Metta
Sutta).
The Course
Instructor
The course instructor, Vajiro
(Richard) Chia, is an experienced Dhamma teacher who presents the
Buddha's teachings in a clear and straightforward way. He is able
to bring out the dynamism of Buddhism, and its relevance in present
day through interesting presentations and interactive
question-and-answer sessions.
Brother Vajiro is also well-known
for his effective and efficient meditation instructions and sharp
trouble shooting skills. He has guided many through the levels of
concentration and stages of insight knowledge. His coaching method
has helped many students develop the path to REALISE the teachings
of the Buddha.