Foundations Series Two: Introduction to Mahayana
The Foundation courses introduce students to understanding Buddhist principles and practices. If you know little or nothing about Buddhism and are willing to put in a little reading and study time each fortnight, these courses are an excellent place to start.
Foundations Two: Introduction to Mahayana
Study course: 14 lessons running between April and October 2025
Starts: 10 April 2025
Cost: By donation
This course is an introduction to the practice and principles of Mahayana.
We’ll investigate the main Mahayana sutras, examine Mahayana wisdom, including the two truths, and explore Bodhicitta and Mahayana compassion.
Participants will be sent a workbook PDF. This is an integral part of the course providing a systematic and comprehensive approach to exploring the path of Mahayana practices and principles in a step-by-step manner. An invitation to a private Facebook discussion group will be included.
We’ll be using study materials including Mediation in Action by Chogyam, Trungpa Rinpoche, Not for happiness by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche, articles, videos and more.
You can attend in person (Melbourne CBD) or Online via Zoom.
Dates
Students will work through lessons provided in their workbook, and the course will include seminars based on each lesson.
The Seminar times are Thursdays 7PM to 8.30PM that will take place fortnightly. If you miss any seminar, they will be recorded for participants to watch after the dates, The seminars will run on the dates listed below.
Term 1
April 10, 24
May 8, 22
June 5, 19
July 3
Term 2
July 31
August 14, 28
September 11, 25
October 9, 23
To express your interest in registering , please email [email protected]
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Foundations One: Coming later in 2025
Foundations Series One is an excellent starting point for anyone interested in exploring Buddhism.
The course will introduce practical methods and practices to help one become more mindful of thoughts and emotions. The application of these techniques facilitates the recognition and cultivation of happiness in daily life.
Course dates will be announced later in 2025
