LUSB 001 - TURNING THE DHARMA WHEEL: Introduction to Buddhism

COURSE DESCRIPTION

A traditional way of learning Buddhism is called Anguttara, ‘adding one’ – wherein the teachings of the Buddha are presented numerically in increasing order, such as the Three Poisons, the Four Noble Truths, and the Five Aggregations. This 10-week course uses a similar method of interlocking systems of ideas to explore fundamental Buddhist concepts and their interrelations. The ideas presented in each week’s session increase in complexity and build on previous session topics, thus 'turning the Dharma wheel.’ This course also provides an introduction to early Buddhist texts, modern interpretations, and the transcendent applicability of Buddhism.

SUGGESTED READING

Thich Nhat Hanh, The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching

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