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Textual Study at Kagyu Ling

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Textual Course 2010

The Jewel Ornament of Liberation by Gampopa

Thursday evenings at 8pm

25 February-1 April
24 June-22 July

This key graduated path text of the Kagyu tradition provides a comprehensive and detailed explanation of the path to enlightenment, from its beginning, Buddha nature, through all the stages of contemplation and practice to its culmination in Buddha activity.

All are welcome.

Facility fee:£5/£3 concession, per session

Study Groups

Tuesdays evenings at 8:00 pm

At the study group, students who have received textual teachings from the Lama meet to reflect on and study the texts together. Texts currently being studied are “The Instructions of the Supreme Siddhas” by Situ Tenpe Nyinjay recently taught by Lama Jampa Thaye at the Shedra 2009 and “Discriminating the Three Vows” by Sakya Pandita taught at Changlochen in summer 2008.

Tibetan Language Days

Dates to be announced for 2010

These days will give people an opportunity to revise and extend their knowledge of Tibetan. Sessions will focus on both the alphabet and basic vocabulary and grammar, with reference to commonly used Buddhist prayers. Newcomers are welcome.

Facility fee; £10/£5 concession, per day.

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