New Class: Bodhisattva’s Practices (in Chinese)

Boddhisattva is a compassionate being who seeks enlightenment not only for him/herself but also for all sentient beings. Bodhisattvas practice six paramitas (giving, virtue, tolerance, diligence, concentration and insight) to cross the Sea of Suffering, enter Nirvana and attain enlightenment. In particular in Mahayana Buddhism, there are four Boddhisattvas who are widely honored and recognized: Avalokiteśvara (Guan-Yin) of compassion, Manjusri (Wen-Shu) of wisdom, Samantabhadra (Pu-Xian) of great vows, and Kṣitigarbha (Di-Zang) of great practice. This semester, Master Jian Dan will detail the vows and practices of these four celebrated Boddhisattvas and guild us on how to put our understandings into daily life.

Date: Sundays (starting August 24, 10 classes)
Time: 1:00 - 3:00 pm
Location: Jade Buddha Temple conference room
Materials: The Way to Buddhahood and other materials as assigned in class
Class website: Buddhism Discussion Blog