Attend teachings on the Lam Rim, the graduated path to enlightenment. Buddha House offers authentic Dharma teachings in the Mahayana Tibetan tradition for all levels, from beginners to advanced practitioners.
Introduction to Buddhism
LEVEL Beginner
START DATE 6 November 2023
DURATION 4 sessions
TIME Monday nights, 7:00 – 9:00pm
AVAILABLE ONLINE No
This introductory course is for complete beginners and assumes little or no knowledge about Buddhism. It presents basic Buddhist philosophy and principles within the Tibetan Mahayana context. The course is presented in four sessions and is led by senior student Denny Moffat.
Commencing with a brief history of the Buddha’s life, the course will cover the Four Noble Truths, impermanence, how to free yourself from the delusions that cause suffering, karma, rebirth, refuge, bodhicitta, daily practice, purification and more.
Attendance in-person only. Registration essential.
Facility fee: $80 (Member/Concession: $60)
Discovering Buddhism: Introduction to Tantra
with Venerable Thubten DondrubLEVEL Beginner/Intermediate
AVAILABLE ONLINE Yes
START DATE Tuesday, 10 October 2023
TIME Tuesday nights, 7:00 – 9:00pm
DURATION 4 sessions
RETREAT DAY Sunday, 12 November 2023
Check out our new introductory video to the Discovering Buddhism series, recorded by resident teacher Venerable Thubten Dondrub.
Learn the definition of tantra, how tantra works, and why it is a powerful form of practice.
Get a broad overview of the four classes of tantra and learn how to practice simple kriya tantric methods.
Find out how to integrate the practices of tantra with lamrim meditation for optimal results.
Facility fee, full course: $100 (Member/Concession: $80)
Hard copy of course book: $25
Come and try the first session: $25 (Member/Concession: $20)
Retreat Day: $30 (Member/Concession: $25). Please bring a plate of vegetarian food to share.
The Power of Prayer for a Meaningful Life
with Venerable Thubten DondrubLEVEL Intermediate/Advanced
AVAILABLE ONLINE Yes
START DATE Thursday, 5 Oct 2023
TIME Thursday nights, 7:00 – 9:00pm
DURATION 9 sessions
This series of talks by Gen Thubten Dondrub will help us to have a deeper understanding of the basic Prayers and Mantras that are an essential part of a Buddhist Daily Practice.
Facility Fee: Waged $160 / Members & Concession $120
Includes link to live streaming and access to YouTube recordings of the entire series.
Drop-in sessions welcome: Waged $20 / Members & Concession $15 per night.