Buddhism in Singapore - Dharma and Meditation Classes (Nov - Dec 2012)

Please join us for ongoing dharma classes and meditation in Singapore that build upon the recent 2012 talks by Lama Marut, and follow us on Facebook to receive class alerts:

November 26 - through Feb 2013 - The Bodhisattva Vows (Asian Classics Institute - Course VII)
It is not possible to succeed in the Mahayana path without strictly keeping each bodhisattva vow, and to keep these vows we need to understand all 64 vows clearly. This Course is based upon Master Asanga's root text and its commentary called the Highway for Bodhisattvas (Jangchub Shunglam) by Je Tsongkapa. Topics include: the definition and types of bodhichitta, types of morality, types of vows, how bodhisattva vows are taken, an explanation of the eighteen root bodhisattva vows and forty-six secondary bodhisattva vows, the four factors needed to break bodhisattva root vows, how bodhisattva vows are broken, how bodhisattva vows are lost, how to keep your bodhisattva vows, how to restore your bodhisattva vows, and the benefits of keeping bodhisattva vows.  You do not need to take the bodhisattva vows to do this course.

These courses are for people who want to take their study deeper. There are weekly homework, quiz, meditation and reading requirements.

Time:  7:30-9:30pm, Mondays (Mondays, starting Nov 5.  Ends Feb 2013. Holiday break Dec 10-31)
Venue:  100 Lor 23 Geylang, #04-02 D'Centennial (Directions: Aljuneid MRT Station, Exit B - proceed left toward the overpass footbridge. After crossing the footbridge, turn right onto Lor 23 and walk 2 minutes to D'Centennial building)
Teachings are free of charge; donations appreciated to support ongoing sessions
Register:  3j.singapore@gmail.com

- Friday, December 14 - Meditation Fridays
Ongoing meditation practice sessions (resumes in December, after Lama Marut's visit). A great way to wind down the work week, covering a broad range of meditation styles and topics.

Time: 7:30-9:00pm (December 14, 21)
Venue: 51B Temple St, 2/F
Teachings are free of charge; donations appreciated to support ongoing sessions
Register: 3j.singapore@gmail.com



Class Schedules through July

Please join us for ongoing dharma classes that build upon the recent talks by Lama Marut:

- May 23 - Lam Rim Review Session
Review the key ideas presented in the first part of the lam rim, Finding a Teacher, and the foundational steps:  steps shared with those of lower scope.  Based on the First Panchen Lama's text, "Path to Bliss"

Time:  7:30-9:30pm on Wednesday, May 23
Venue:  51B Temple St, 2/F
Cost:  Free, by donation
Register:  3j.singapore@gmail.com

- May 25 - July 20 - Meditation Fridays (bi-weekly)
Ongoing meditation practice sessions.  A great way to wind down the work week, covering a broad range of meditation styles and topics.

Time:  7:30-9:00pm (May 25, June 8, June 22, July 6, July 20)
Venue:  51B Temple St, 2/F
Cost:  Free, by donation
Register:  3j.singapore@gmail.com

- May 30 - Dharma Essentials I - Three Principal Paths
If you're new to Buddhist philosophy, or seeking a refresher course, please join us for this 4-part course that covers the Three Principal Paths of renunciation, compassion (bodhichitta), and wisdom.  Based on the more extensive 10-part Asian Classics Institute Course I, this Dharma Essentials class will cover the key ideas that form the basis of a complete spiritual path (but without the homeworks in ACI classes!)

Time:  7:30-9:30pm, Wednesdays (May 30 - June 20)
Venue:  51B Temple St, 2/F
Cost:  Free, by donation
Register:  3j.singapore@gmail.com

- June 1 -Dharma Salon
A relaxed monthly Friday night gathering presenting ideas to try out for your life (no belief system necessary!).  Discussion encouraged!

Time:  7:30-9:30pm, June 1
Venue:  51B Temple St, 2/F
Cost:  Free, by donation
Register:  3j.singapore@gmail.com

- July 2 - Diamond Cutter Sutra (Asian Classics Institute - Course VI)
This Course is based upon the Diamond Cutter Sutra (Vajrachedika) by Shakyamuni Buddha, along with the only known native Tibetan commentary, by Chone Lama Drakpa Shedrup (1675-1748). Topics include: how the direct perception of emptiness is accomplished, what happens after the direct perception of emptiness, how understanding emptiness leads to the destruction of mental afflictions, how the direct perception of emptiness leads to full enlightenment and paradise, emptiness and the two extremes, how empty things function, emptiness and purification, the relationship between emptiness and karma, emptiness and the bodies of a Buddha, what is non-duality, how a bodhisattva should live, the future of Buddha's teachings, and the perfection of wisdom

Time:  7:30-9:30pm, Mondays (10 weeks, starting July 2)
Venue:  to be announced
Cost:  Free, by donation
Register:  3j.singapore@gmail.com