Everything You Ever Wanted to Know About Buddhism
Half Day Course
@ Burnley KBC
Saturday 19 September, 2pm – 5pm
In-person & Livestream
In this half day course, Gen Kelsang Päljin will explore some of the fundamental questions about Buddhism and introduce the essential teachings and practices of the Buddha.
Whether you are completely new to Buddhism or already have some familiarity with Buddhist teachings, this course offers an opportunity to develop your understanding and discover how Buddhist wisdom can be applied to everyday life.
What exactly is meditation?
Is Buddhism a religion, a philosophy, or a way of life?
What do Buddhists believe?
What did Buddha teach about the mind and our experience of the world?
What do Buddhists mean by reincarnation?
What are the different Buddhist traditions?
Who was Buddha, and what can his teachings offer us today
These questions provide a starting point for exploring the Buddha’s teachings on the nature of our mind, the causes of suffering and how we can develop greater peace, wisdom and compassion.
The course will combine explanation, meditation and practical advice, giving you an opportunity not only to learn about Buddhism but to explore how its teachings can be put into practice in your own life.
No previous knowledge of Buddhism is required, and the course is equally suitable for those who already have some experience and would like to deepen their understanding.
Our workshops are a perfect way to both relax and develop internally. They are ideal for those who are new to meditation and those who would like to improve.
Refreshments are available in our World Peace Café during the course.
The cost of the Meditation Half Day Course is £16 (Monthly Members £5, FP Monthly Members £0).
Our monthly membership programme offers access to all our weekly classes as well as discounts on courses for only £20 per month – Learn more.
Teacher
The course will be taught by Gen Kelsang Päljin, who is appreciated for offering clear guidance on meditation and living an exemplary, positive life.
Gen Kelsang Päljin is the Principle Teacher of Burnley Kadampa Buddhist Centre, and the Resident Teacher of Buddha Land Kadampa Meditation Centre, in Keighley.
Schedule
Schedule
2pm -3.15pm – Session 1
3.15pm – 3.45pm – Break
3.45pm – 5pm – Session 2
Booking
Please book using the forms below.
In Person
Livestream
This course is available to stream for monthly members who live in our catchment area.
Please select membership from the form below.
Location
Burnley Kadampa Buddhist Centre, Brunside Mill, Parker St, Burnley, Lancashire, BB11 1AR, UK.
Map
Venue
Burnley Kadampa Buddhist Centre has a ground floor cafe/shop and meditation room.
The centre is open on Wed and Sat 10am til 2pm. For Saturday morning courses the centre is open from 9.45am.
Getting there
The Centre is located on Parker Street in the centre of Burnley close to Charter Walk Shopping Centre and the Next store.
It is 5min walk from Burnley Central Train Station and 12min walk from Burnley Bus Station.
Parking is easily accessible in local car parks from 2 to 5 min walk away, while short stay on-street parking is available outside our door. On-street parking is unrestricted after 5pm and on Sundays.
Car Parking charges vary considerably in the different car parks:
