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“The teachings on the Four Noble Truths clearly distinguish two sets of causes and effects: those causes which produce suffering and those which produce happiness. By showing us how to distinguish these in our own lives, the teachings aim at nothing less than to enable us to fulfill our deepest aspiration – to be happy and to overcome suffering.” — H.H. The Dalai Lama

The Four Noble Truths – the truth of suffering, the truth of the origin of suffering, the truth of the cessation of suffering, and the truth of the path leading to cessation – was the first teaching the Buddha gave after he was enlightened.

No matter how many times one hears or reads about the Four Noble Truths, there is always so much more to learn. These Truths form the heart and soul of Buddhism.

This course – designed for both beginners and advanced practitioners – provides the rare opportunity to study with the internationally renowned Geshe Pema Dorjee. His fluent English, keen intellect, warm-hearted nature, and infectious sense of humor combined with his clear and practical explanations create inspiring and meaningful discussions.

Although taking the whole course is recommended, any portion may be taken separately.

This in-depth teaching will encompass Renunciation, Emptiness, Nirvana, Enlightenment, and the Four Seals of Buddhadharma.

Friday Sept. 21, 7-9PM    Suggested donation: $15

Saturday Sept. 22, 10AM-1PM, & 2-5PM - General: $60/ Members: $54       click here to register
Sunday Sept. 23, 10AM-1PM, & 2-5PM - General: $60/ Members: $54         click here to register

SERIES: (Sept. 21, 22, 23) General: $115 / Members: $103     click here to register

Born in Tibet, Geshe Pema Dorjee studied Buddhist philosophy in India. Amongst his academic appointments, he was Director of the Tibetan Children’s Village and was the first Principal of the College for Higher Tibetan Studies. At the request of H.H. the Dalai Lama, he founded and continues to direct both the Bodong Research and Publication Center in Dharamsala and the Bodong monastery and school in Kathmandu. He devotes the rest of his time to organizing and directing humanitarian projects in Himalayan India and Nepal and to teaching and lecturing around the world, including Sweden, England, Switzerland, Belgium, Germany, Finland, Estonia, Norway, France, and Israel. This will be his third year teaching at the Tibet House. This course is co-sponsored by The Tibet House U.S. and Tibetan Buddhist Charitable Aid, Inc. (see www.buddhistcharity.org).