Introduction to Buddhism Classes
By practising Buddha's teachings, we protect ourself from suffering and problems. All the problems we experience during daily life originate in ignorance, and the method for eliminating ignorance is to practise Dharma (Buddha's teachings).
Practising Dharma is the supreme method for improving the quality of our human life. The quality of life depends not upon external development or material progress, but upon the inner development of peace and happiness.
If we integrate Buddha's teachings into our daily life, we will be able to solve all our inner problems and attain a truly peaceful mind.
Buddhism, or Buddhadharma, is Buddha's teachings and the inner experiences or realizations of these teachings. Buddha gave eighty-four thousand teachings. All of these teachings and the inner realizations of them constitute Buddhism. Buddhism can be divided into two parts: basic Buddhism and advanced Buddhism.
The Introduction to Buddhism classes give people an opportunity to explore both basic and advanced Buddhist principles. It is a great way to meet like-minded people and learn more about Buddhism and the Buddhist way of life.
Part 1 - 7th March, 14th March and 21st March.
Part 2 - 25th April, 2nd May, 9th May, 16th May and 23rd May.
Part 3 - 27th June, 4th July and 11th July.
Part 4 - 5th September, 12th September, 19th September, 26th September and 3rd October.
Part 5 - 21st November, 28th November and 5th December.
The Introduction to Buddhism classes are held at Odiyana Buddhist Centre, 163 Chester Road. All classes start at 7pm.
Everyone welcome!!