with Jampa Gendun, Saturday, May 10,  9 am to 4 pm 

Samsara is the term for the whole of cyclic existence and the suffering associated with being trapped in the wheel of rebirth. Every moment of our lives we choose between positive and negative actions to fulfill our aims, and such actions will inevitably lead either to happiness or suffering. If we could understand how to act in a way that will bring us happiness instead of suffering, we will be able to move towards the state of nirvana, perfect happiness.

Full liberation from suffering and from the cycle of existence can only be achieved when our fundamental ignorance, our habitual misapprehension of the nature of reality, is totally overcome. This ignorance, which underlies all our emotional and cognitive states, is the root factor that binds us to the perpetual cycle of life and death in samsara.” His  Holiness the Dalai Lama in 'the World of Tibetan Buddhism'

This day will consist of talks, guided meditations and discussion, and is suited to all. It is especially recommended for students participating in the Discovering Buddhism course.

Facility fee: $50 waged, $45 concession, $40 members
Discount applies for students who have completed whole DB module
Please bring a plate of vegetarian food to share for lunch. Morning and afternoon tea are provided.