Neighbors Study Group

Curriculum & Content 2009-2010

Following is a list of the topics the group will be studying for 2009-10. Reading materials are also listed. View teaching schedule.

Introduction and practice of:

  • Four Noble Truths (review)
  • Seven Points of Mind Training with thong len
  • Shamatha/Vipashyana
  • Four Reminders
  • Lineage Prayers
  • Refuge and Bodhicitta
  • Four Immeasurables
  • Dedications and Supplications
  • The Four Mindfulnesses
  • The Three Yanas - The Three Turnings (Special focus on how to "upgrade" view/understanding and intention/motivation, in each of the to the 3-yanas)
  • Form and mantra practice: Manjushri

Required reading material:

  • The Great Path of Awakening, Jamgon Kongtrul, Shambhala Publications
  • Transcripts on the Four Mindfulnesses, JKR at LG 2009

Additional recommended readings:

  • JKR transcripts on Four Noble Truths
  • Old Path White Clouds - Walking in the footsteps of the Buddha, Thich Nhat Hanh
  • It's Up to You – The Practice of Self-Reflection on the Buddhist Path, Dzigar Kongtrül Rinpoche, Shambhala publications