Buddhism in a Nutshell
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with Don Isaacson
Mondays, 6:00pm – 7:30pm January 25 – February 15, 2021 (4 classes) All times are PST (Pacific Standard Time). We are using the Zoom video conferencing system for this event. Please register below to receive your online access information. Are you interested in Buddhism but don't know where to begin? Have you heard words like dharma and karma and samsara thrown around and wondered what they mean or why they matter? Would you like a quick overview of Buddhism without making a long-term commitment? This is the course for you!
This course provides a general presentation of basic Buddhist concepts and practices within the Tibetan Mahayana context, together with an introduction to meditation practice. It provides an introduction to the major terms and concepts of Buddhism — a quick tour of the basics to enable you to take the next steps if you want more:
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Don Isaacson is an advanced Dharma student having followed the FPMT Basic Program courses in person for many years, and the FPMT Masters Program online, 2008 to 2013. Don currently serves on the Board of Directors at Vajrapani Institute in Boulder Creek and Ocean of Compassion Buddhist Center, where he has taught classes and led meditation for many years.
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Buddhism in a Nutshell: Essentials for Practice and Study
By Lama Thubten Yeshe, Lama Zopa Rinpoche, and Ven. Amy Miller available from the FPMT store This book combines well-chosen essential teachings by the Tibetan masters Lama Thubten Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche supplemented with teachings by American nun, Ven. Amy Miller to provide a wonderful overview of many of the key points of the path to enlightenment (lamrim). |
Our ability to continue offering these teachings is dependent on the generosity of donors. If you find this online content useful and you are not already attending the teachings in person, any donation would be greatly appreciated. Thank you for your kind support.
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Registration: $15 per class or $50 for the entire course (four classes) if paid in full on the first day of class. Members of a certain level get courses for free (see the membership program for details). Registration is required to receive your online access information.
Your generous donations are essential for the continuation of programs like this. No one turned away due to lack of funds.
Your generous donations are essential for the continuation of programs like this. No one turned away due to lack of funds.