Mankato Buddhist Meditation Center

Buddhist Certificate Class 

Course 1 – Buddhist Teaching For Daily Life 

Time: Sundays 3:00 pm to 4:30 pm

Dates : August, September  

                    August  3, 10, 17, 24, 31

                       September  7, 14, 21

 Location: 311 Elm Street

                                     Mankato, MN 56001          

 Description: This course is based on collected Buddhist Sutras. We will specifically study Suttas on how to cultivate joy and health in daily life.   Students will be given reading material to take home.  The class will include lecture by Bhante Sathi as well as group discussion and quizzes.   Group work in class will reinforce understanding of the Buddha's intricate teachings on human relationships and politics.   Topics will include:     

                                                                    What is a Buddha

History of the different schools of Buddhism

The meaning of life according to Buddha

How to cultivate harmonious relationships.

Methods to maintain better interpersonal connections

How to governor a country

 Requirements: Read What the Buddha Taught by Walpola Rahula, available at the Center for a $5 suggested donation.  Beginners and advanced practitioners are welcome.

 Course Fee: Contact the center 

 Registration: registration is required by July 20th , Send E-Mail to info@triplegem.org   or call at (866)-735-3103

 Teacher: Venarable Sathi (Bhante Sathi) is a Buddhist monk from Sri Lanka. He is from Theravada tradition witch is introduced by Buddha.