University of Victoria
University of Victoria
For course inquiries and registration, please contact the University of Victoria, Continuing Studies. All classes are held at the University of Victoria. Main Reception/Phone Registration……………… 250-472-4747Fax Line/Registration……………………………… 250-721-8774Website…………………………………………… www.continuingstudies.uvic.caIntroduction to Tantra
It is said that the teachings of Tantra, or Secret Mantra, are the rarest and most precious of Buddha's teachings. Why? The highest human goal is the attainment of an ultimate state of peace in which all obstacles obscuring the mind have been removed and all good qualities such as wisdom, compassion and skillful means have been fully developed. Buddha’s teachings on Tantra enable us to progress swiftly along the spiritual path to enlightenment by protecting our mind against ordinary appearances and ordinary conceptions. This course explores how we can use our imagination as a powerful tool to gain a deep experience of inner peace and happiness.
Course Code: ASHI459-2010F-C01
Instructor: Gen Kelsang Zopa
Saturday, Sept. 18, 25, Oct. 2, (3 sessions in total)
10.00am to 12.00pm
Living Meaningfully, Dying Joyfully
We are all alive; therefore, we will die. This is the simplest, most obvious truth of our existence. Yet very few of us have actually come to terms with it. This course introduces Buddhist insights into death and dying, helping us develop an awareness of our mortality in a way that will enrich and transform our human life. In particular, we explore traditional meditative practices that inspire positive states of mind, enabling us to meet our death with grace, clarity and fearlessness.
Course Code: ASHI460-2010F-C01
Instructor: Gen Kelsang Zopa
Saturday, Nov. 20, 27, Dec. 4, (3 sessions in total)
10.00am to 12.00pm