2019
The best way to benefit from the Buddha’s teachings is to learn the Dhamma and apply it in our daily lives.
And the best way to learn the Dhamma is to study the Discourses (Suttas), as this is the closest we can get to learning directly from the Buddha Himself.
We are pleased to inform that a new Discourse Classification course conducted by Venerable K. Rathanasara will be commencing on 4-May-2019 (Saturday). Covering the Buddhist social teachings, the fundamental philosophy, and the ultimate goal of Awakening, this course will cover the spectrum of the Buddha’s teachings from how to live our lives well to achieving the highest bliss of Nibbāna.
Let us take this precious opportunity to learn the Discourses systematically, and lay a solid foundation for our continuous journey in learning and practising the Dhamma!
Discourse Classification 2019
Study Schedule
(04th May – 30th November)
(On every Saturday from 2 pm to 4 pm)
| MODULE 1: BUDDHIST SOCIAL PHILOSOPHY | |
| May 04 | Economic prosperity & Spiritual well-being |
| May 11 | Wealth & Happiness |
| May 08 | No Class (Vesak Day preparations) |
| May 25 | Social integrity (Part 1) |
| No Class from 27-May to 14-June (Study tour and pilgrimage break) | |
| Jun 15 | Social integrity (Part 2) |
| Jun 22 | Parents & Children |
| Jun 29 | Joyful married life |
| Jul 06 | Karmic responsibility |
| Jul 13 | ‘Merits’ is the base for happiness |
| Jul 20 | Joy of giving |
| Jul 27 | Happiness of noble conduct |
| Aug 03 | Bliss of Meditation |
| No Classes from 5-Aug to 30-Aug (Term Break) | |
| MODULE 2: FUNDAMENTAL BUDDHIST DOCTRINE | |
| Aug 31 | Cycle of existence |
| Sep 07 | Life is short and fleeting |
| Sep 14 | Gratification, Danger & Freedom |
| Sep 21 | The fever of sensual pleasure |
| Sep 28 | Destroying attachment |
| Oct 05 | What the Buddha declared |
| Oct 12 | The gradual training |
| Oct 19 | Four Noble Truths |
| Oct 26 | Noble Eightfold Path |
| Nov 02 | No Class (Robe offering ceremony) |
| Nov 09 | Five Aggregates |
| Nov 16 | The doctrine of Anatta |
| Nov 23 | Freedom from feelings |
| Nov 30 | Enlightened Mind |