Introduction to Buddhism in America

Next session: Tuesday, January 14, 2025 | 2:00pm-3:30pm

Details:

Tuesdays, January 7-February 11, 2:00-3:30 pm (6-weeks)

This course with Philip Schrodt will provide a systematic overview of Buddhist history, approaches, and practices from the perspective of the U.S. in the early 21st century. This 6-week course will first review how Buddhism spread from northeast India through most of Asia and recently to the West, and the three major approaches: Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana/Tibetan. Then it will look at common core concepts in the Buddha's teachings, discussion some of the variety of meditation practices currently practiced, then conclude with a discussion of various ways Buddhism is currently evolving in the US. Free and for Center Members.

*Please note that this course is not intended to "convert people to Buddhism”, but rather provide, from the perspective of a practitioner, a general introduction to a spiritual approach.

Members only.

Location:
The Center

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