Study at Home - Buddhist Studies 10 Week Beginner Series - The Buddhist Path - Register by September 24

Class Begins on Wednesday Sept. 15th, First Homestudy Audio sent out by Friday Sept. 17th, Registration Deadline for Study at Home is September 24

This study course is a great way to develop one's knowledge of Buddhism's amazing array of philosophies, morality, and practical life lessons. It will cover a range of foundational topics in Buddhist philosophy from a variety of traditions and perspectives. Each week there will be assigned readings and homework that the group will be expected to complete before class. This course will also serve as a support for you to develop and sustain a daily meditation practice.

Robert Chender is a student of the late Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche and is a senior teacher at IDP and at the Shambhala Meditation Center of New York.  He frequently speaks to groups about the application of meditation practice to our daily work life, and serves as director of the Contemplative Lawyers Group of the NY City Bar Association.  He has also taught about the relationship between Buddhist and shamanic practices.  He is very happy to be on the board of IDP.

Crystal Gandrud is a freelance writer and professor of creative writing. She is also a graduate of Vajrayana Seminary, as well as a Meditation Instructor and Assistant Director in the Shambhala Buddhist tradition. Crystal lives in Providence, RI and Brooklyn, NY.

Main Texts (Available at IDP on Sep 8 at the Open House or at Class Sep 15)

The Heart of the Buddha's Teachings by Thich Nhat Hanh
Indestructible Truth by Reginald Ray
Seeking the Heart of Wisdom by Goldstein & Kornfield

Homestudy Pricing

For Credit towards Buddhist Studies Program:
$70 / $45 for IDP Global Members 

Audit Only:
$50/ $30 for IDP Global Members

Can't afford it?
It is our full intention to accommodate the financial needs of anyone who has a genuine commitment to practice and study. Reduced Payment Options and Work-Study are always available. Please contact patrick@theidproject.org to make alternative arrangements.