Dhamma Studies and Regular Monthly Classes
What is Dhamma? In Buddhism dharma means cosmic law and order, but is also applied to the teachings of the Buddha. In Buddhist philosophy, dhamma/dharma is also the term for “phenomena”. There is no difference in these words, only the language. The idea is the same. Dhamma is in the Pali language and Dharma is in the Sanskrit language.
To Support Your Spiritual Practice beyond the Guided Meditation Sessions, there are many offerings available to deepen your studies of the teachings of the Buddha. You will find a wonderful resource just downstairs in the Open Hand Buddhist Resource Center. There are many books available to borrow.
Join Bhante Bhaddiya on the second Sunday of every month for Dhammapada Class on Zoom at 11:00AM for a discussion of the short verses that comprise the Dhammapada, the Buddha’s Path of Wisdom. They will explain the teachings of the Buddha through the poetic verses of this beautiful anthology of the Buddha’s sayings, using their “back stories” to explain the imagery and deeper meaning of the verses. The Dhammapada is one of the best known and well respected texts of Theravadan Buddhism. Register here and Zoom link will be emailed to you one hour prior to the start of class.
Are you new to the Blue Lotus? We offer an Introduction to the Blue Lotus and Buddhism class the third Wednesday of each month from 7-8PM at the temple You will also be given guidance to resources that will support your understanding of the principles of the practice of Buddhism. Our Blue Lotus monastics and long time sangha members will lead the discussion and answer any of your questions. Anyone may attend and it is free of charge.
On the last Sunday of each month, all are welcome to join the Sutta Study Class lead by Vimala Judy live via Zoom. Please register on Eventbrite and the Zoom link will be emailed to you one hour prior to the start of class.