The Six Perfections in Mahayana Buddhism

7:30 - 9:00 pm 

Mahayana Buddhism is often introduced through the discussion and cultivation of six 'perfections': generosity, ethical conduct, patience, joyful effort, concentration, and wisdom. These practice themes can be readily applied to daily life, and summarize many important aspects of personal development and compassionate action. Emphasis will be placed on experiments in ordinary life. No background in Buddhism is required, but class discussions will cover various levels of understanding. Contemporary and traditional readings will be discussed in each meeting.

Date: January 13 - May 12, 2021
Time: On Zoom Wednesday evenings, 7:30 to 9pm. Pacific Time (US and Canada)

Please join via Zoom link:
https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84677272147

Steven A. Tainer has studied Eastern contemplative traditions intensively since 1970 with many Tibetan, Chinese and Korean masters. After practicing for a number of years in both mountain retreats and ordinary life circumstances, he now teaches Buddhist, Taoist and Confucian fundamentals. His specialties are Indian Buddhist philosophy, the "Unity of the Three Traditions" in Chinese thought, Taoist yogic practice, and Ch'an contemplation.