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Buddhist Summer School 2021
January 9 - January 11
Bookings open Sunday 22 Nov @ 8pm AEST
38th ANNUAL BUDDHIST SUMMER SCHOOL
Start your New Year by immersing yourself in teachings from Theravada, Tibetan and Zen Buddhism.
A rich tapestry of traditions has been woven by Asian cultures around the essence of the teachings of the Buddha, who lived 2500 years ago. The enduring nature of Buddhism is symptomatic of its integrity as a spiritual discipline. Over the past several decades Westerners have begun to learn from and participate in the diversity and essence of Buddhism.
The Summer School offers courses on Buddhist philosophy and meditation within various traditions, as well as courses on comparative philosophy and psychology.
THE PROGRAM
OPENING FORUM
9:30am to 11am Saturday
The opening forum is an opportunity to hear the Summer School speakers engage in discussion on one of life’s big questions. There will be an opportunity for audience members to ask questions. The forum is free and open to all!
TEACHERS, TEACHINGS, TIMES
Shinjin-gakudō
Learning the Truth with Body and Mind
Ekai Korematsu Roshi
Jikishoan Zen Buddhist Community
(Session times: 2:30pm to 6pm Sat, Sun & Monday)
The Middle Way
Elizabeth Mattis Namgyel
Mangala Shri Bhuti
& The Middle Way Initiative
(Session times: 9:30am – 1pm Sat & Sun)
Abundant Solitude, Scarce Loneliness
Ajahn Dr Buddharakkhita
Meetirigala Sri Lankan Forest Monastery
(Session times: 2:30pm – 6pm Saturday & Sunday)
The Tantric Wisdom of the Buddha
Sam Bercholz
Shambhala Publications
(Session times: 9:30am – 1pm Monday)
Buddhism & Environmental Justice
An Uncomfortable Relationship
Ruth Gamble
Lecturer LaTrobe University
(Session times: 9:30am – 1pm Monday)
Self-Transformation
Exploring the Radical Psychology of Buddhism
Dr Kathleen Gregory
Psychologist & Academic
(Session times: 2:30pm to 6pm Monday)
The Joy of Meditation
Dechen Davies
E-Vam Institute
(Session times: 9:30am – 1pm Saturday & Sunday)
View the full Program here
THE VENUE
This year, the Buddhist Summer School will be held online, providing you with opportunity for an intimate and engaging Dharmic experience with speakers from around the world.
TICKETS
Start at just $20 & go on sale on 8pm Nov 22. Come for the full event or any combination of days. Concessions apply (discount and codes below). Please note concessions do not apply to early bird tickets.
HCC holder 10% (code: concession) – Members 10% (code: member) Students 30% (code: student) – Under35 30% (code: under35)
At this time, we want to ensure that everyone has the same access, regardless of financial position. You can apply for our Dharma Dana fund to attend at no/reduced cost here: https://forms.gle/X74YWgoa1p4sD7eUA
