The course focuses on the method and wisdom aspects of the path through an in– depth and comprehensive study of this text. The thematic arrangement of the text is based on the six perfections (paramitas), which provide the framework for the path to

enlightenment for an aspirant of the Bodhisattva path.

Series – I will focus on chapters 1 – 7 of the text. Series – II and III will cover chapters 8 – 10.

The course will be taught by Geshe Dorji Damdul, Director, Tibet House.

!"#$%&$'! Tibet House

Cultural Centre of His Holiness the Dalai Lama t

Organises a Special Course on

Bodhisattva Shantideva’s Bodhicaryavatara (A Guide to the Bodhisattva’s Way of Life)

Series – I

Venue: Conference Hall, Tibet House Commencement of Series – I: November 1, 2013

Classes will be held every Friday. Time: 6:00 p.m.

Registration for Series – I is now open. Admission is by registration only.

For more information and registration form please contact: Tibet House, 1 Institutional Area, Lodhi Road, New Delhi – 110003

Tel: +91-11- 2461 1515 | E-mail: office@tibethouse.in | Website: www.tibethouse.in

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