Buddhism in a Nutshell
*Save the Date*
Tuesdays, Jan 6, 13, 20, Feb 3 & 10, 7-8:30pm EST ONLINE
Note: Registration will be available soon.
Are you curious about Buddhism? Would you like to find out more without any long-term commitment? If so, this five-session course is for you!
Buddhism in a Nutshell is a great opportunity to get an overview of basic Buddhist philosophy and principles and learn how to integrate them into your life.
Join us for a refreshing overview of Buddhist practice. In addition to readings and discussion, you will receive simple meditation instruction to bring this time-tested philosophy from the head to the heart. All are welcome!
It will be most beneficial if you can attend the whole series but you can also register for individual stand-alone sessions if you prefer.
Important Note
This is an online-only event that is administered using Zoom.
After registering, the system automatically sends a confirmation and/or a receipt email that contains the Zoom meeting link and/or other instructions. If you don’t immediately receive the system email(s) or you have any other questions, please contact us at registration@shantidevanyc.org.
*Zoom is an interactive video-conferencing tool that allows participants to see one another and ask questions. You will need a computer, a tablet or a smartphone with the Zoom application to attend. If you are using Zoom for the first time, please login earlier to allow any necessary installations on your device.
Registration
Suggested: $20 per session, or $90 for all 5-weeks of the course
Other offering options: free, $5, $10, $30
The suggested amount helps support teacher offerings and expenses, direct costs and rent. Shantideva member benefits will apply automatically if you have a membership in MindBody.
Shantideva Center may publish recorded sessions in the public domain (e.g., on YouTube). By registering for this event, you are agreeing to give your consent to this process. Please be conscious of any personal information you share. Recordings are typically made to spotlight only on the teacher or facilitator so participants are usually not visible.
Time zone: US Eastern Standard Time (GMT/UTC-5)
For questions regarding registration, please email registration@shantidevanyc.org for assistance.
Additional Materials
If you are a registered student, you may access the course materials on our password protected page. Please refer to the confirmation email (or receipt email) for the page link and password. Please contact us at registration@shantidevanyc.org if you have questions about accessing this page.
About the Facilitator
Yeshe Chopel arrived in Kathmandu on Losar, the Tibetan new year, as a 19-year old. Within a few days he found his way to an FPMT meditation center. This experience quickly led to a series of decisions that set a life-long direction. He switched universities to allow him to major in Tibetan Buddhist studies, and he began studying Tibetan. He spent a year-and-a-half studying Buddhism with several different teachers and living with Tibetans. During this time he researched the preliminary practices of Tibetan Buddhism. Tibet and Tibetan Buddhism have remained an important part of his life. Since early 2023 he has been increasingly devoted to study, daily practice, and retreats. He volunteers for the Shantideva Center in gratitude for the early role that FPMT played in his practice and because of the FPMT mission to create opportunities for all to listen, reflect, meditate, and practice the teachings of the Buddha.
