The Spiritual Friend With Lama Zangmo

Sat 14 September

10am – 3:30pm

We all need guidance on how to change our old negative habits and how to live according to ethics and the Dharma. Therefore we need teachers and guides who can lead us along the path.

This course will cover topics such as the need for a spiritual teacher; the qualities needed in a student; the three types of Dharma person; the benefits of faith and devotion and the need for intelligent discernment on the spiritual path.

The Tibetan word for spiritual friend literally means 'friend in goodness/virtue'. This is a friend who can guide us on the path of virtue and ethics. A spiritual friend can lead us on the path that will eliminate suffering and guide us onto the path of happiness and freedom from suffering.

There are five topics on a spiritual friend.

• First is the reason why we need a spiritual friend.
• Second are the different types of spiritual friends.
• Third the characteristics of each type of spiritual friend.
• Fourth, how we should relate to and rely on a spiritual friend.
• Fifth, the benefits that come from relying on a spiritual friend.

This day can be attended on its own or as a part of the monthly Introduction to Buddhism series. 

Other Dates Of This Course Are:

• 19th October - Cultivating Compassion 

The course will include time for Q&A and meditation.

Lunch will be available in our Tibetan Tearoom.

Suitable for anyone wishing to gain more familiarity with the Buddhist teachings.

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.