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| In-depth study and practice of Kadampa Buddhism at Heruka Centre |
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| The Foundation Programme provides a comprehensive presentation of Buddha's Sutra teachings especially suited to the modern world that enables students to deepen their understanding and experience of Buddhism through study, discussion and meditation practice. If you would like to know more about FP and discuss the possibility of joining, please call Roland on 020 8455 7563. If you already know about the requirements for joining FP and would like to enrol you can join at the class. |
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Three Foundation Programmes at Heruka Centre
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Foundation Programme in Ealing
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The benefits of studying on FPFind out more about the three study programmes, why we need to study and a transcript of a talk given by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso.The books studied on FPThe Programme comprises the following five subjects, based on Buddha’s Sutra teachings and the corresponding six commentaries by Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso:The Stages of the Path to Enlightenment, based on the commentary Joyful Path of Good Fortune. By studying Joyful Path of Good Fortune we gain the ability to put all Buddha’s teachings of both Sutra and Tantra into practice. We can easily make progress on and complete the stages of the path to the supreme happiness of enlightenment. From a practical point of view, the Stages of the Path is the main body of Buddha’s teachings, and the other teachings are like its limbs. Training the Mind, based on Universal Compassion and Eight Steps to Happiness. Universal Compassion is a commentary to Bodhisattva Chekhawa's 'Training the Mind in Seven Points'. By studying Universal Compassion, we gain the ability to integrate Buddha's teachings into our daily lives and solve all our human problems. Eight Steps to Happiness is a commentary 'Eight Verses of Training the Mind' composed by the great Tibetan Bodhisattva Langri Tangpa. By studying Eight steps to Happiness, we can transform all life's difficulties into valuable spiritual insights. The Heart Sutra, based on the commentary Heart of Wisdom. Through studying Heart of Wisdom we gain a realization of the ultimate nature of reality. By gaining this realization we can eliminate the ignorance of self-grasping, which is the root of all our suffering. Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life, based on the commentary Meaningful to Behold. By studying Meaningful to Behold we transform our daily activities into the Bodhisattva's way of life, thereby making every moment of our human life meaningful. Types of Mind, based on the commentary Understanding the Mind. By studying Understanding the Mind we understand the relationship between our mind and its external objects. If we understand that objects depend upon the subjective mind, we can change the way objects appear to us by changing our own mind. Gradually we shall gain the ability to control our mind and in this way solve our problems. Who is FP suitable for?People generally join FP after having attended weekly GP classes for some time. GP classes give people a good understanding of the essential teachings and practices of Kadampa Buddhism before joining FP, and we encourage students to continue attending GP classes after joining FP.How long does FP last?Students sign up to study one book or a section of a book at a time which takes about a year.How much does FP cost?The subscription fee for FP is £45 per month for the duration of the course, including breaks. The monthly fee includes free attendance at any of our weekly GP classes and entitles you to receive a 25% discount on any day courses run by Heruka Centre.When can I join FP?Students can usually join FP at any time . Please contact the Education Programme Coordinator to discuss.For more information, contact the Education Programme CoordinatorIf you have any questions or would like to discuss the possibility of joining FP please call Roland Levy on 020 8455 7563 or email epc@heruka.org. |
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