Buddhism 101 (2025)
a 12 part course on the basics of Buddhism
CA$150.00CA$50.00
Explore the foundational teachings of Buddhism in this comprehensive introduction. Over 12 weekends, we will move from the historical origins of the Buddha to the practical application of mindfulness and ethics in modern life. This course balances philosophical study with experiential meditation to help students cultivate wisdom, compassion, and inner peace.
Format: Live Interactive Sessions via Zoom and In Person participation
Weekly Schedule
Location | Day & Time |
Toronto (EST) | Starts Sundays at 9:30 AM |
Lake Monastery, Cambridge ON | 2025 Spring; 23/Mar, 30/Mar, 06/Apr, 27/Apr, 11/May, 25/May, 1/Jun, 8/Jun, 15/Jun, 22/Jun, 29/Jun |
Core Curriculum
Introduction to Buddhism
Life of Buddha
Traditions & Schools of Buddhism
Historical expansion
Key teachers & proponents
Buddhism as a religion vs philosophy
Pali canon
Need of a religion
Nature of Mind
Nature of conscious experience
What is happiness
Nature of Happiness
Buddhism for daily life
Dealing with Disappointment & Uncertainty
Dealing with Anger & Fear
Root cause & Solutions
Core Philosophy of Buddhism
The Four Noble Truths
The Three Marks of Existence
The Five Aggregates
Duality
Dependent Arising
The Noble Eightfold Path
Meditation
Samatha (To calm the mind)
Vipassana (Insight meditation & awareness)
Reference from Pali Canon (Presentation & PDF)
In keeping with the Buddhist tradition, the teachings are offered freely. Your voluntary donations will support the cause