The great Indian Buddhist master Nagarjuna wrote his celebrated Letter to a Friend as a gift of advice to a South Indian king, and it has since become a monument in the Indian shastra tradition. Despite its short length it covers the entire Mahayana path.

The instructions combine a practical approach to daily conduct for both the layperson and the ordained, with an explanation of the different stages leading to enlightenment. It has been a source of scriptural authority for many of Tibet’s greatest scholars over time. It is an ideal guide to understand the Buddhist teachings and to apply the teachings to our lives with clarity and wisdom. It is suitable for anyone who wishes to study and learn more about Buddhism.  

Important, please note:

The course will run monthly on the dates below.

When booking onto this course it is a requirement to attend all the dates in full (with the exception of illness) and give it priority over other activities.

Dates for this course:

13 Sep 2025; 11 Oct, 8 Nov; 6 Dec; 17 Jan 2026; 14 Feb; 14 March.

The £5 is a non refundable registration fee, not a payment for the course. There is no charge for our courses and teachings, but donations to help cover the costs of running the centre are very welcome.