Description
Introduction to the Heart Sutra
Although we all wish to be happy, again and again we find our attainment of happiness frustrated by obstacles or hindrances – both external and internal. When our mind is filled with negative thoughts and delusions, such as attachment, anger and ignorance, we experience great harm and suffering. They prevent us from maintaining a peaceful mind, and also destroy whatever happiness we may have gained. The practice of ‘The Great Mother’ contains a special method for averting and overcoming hindrances in general and the ‘mara’ or ‘demon’ of delusions in particular that involves the recitation and contemplation of the Essence of Wisdom Sutra, or Heart Sutra, which can be performed either for one’s own sake or for the benefit of others.
In three week course Gen Gakyi will give a commentary to the Heart Sutra and the powerful and much loved method for overcoming obstacles.
An evening class for all those interested in learning more about Buddhism and its role in the modern world.
The classes are offered in-person on Wednesday evenings at 7pm at KMC Nottingham, Gedling House and livestream for members.
- £7.00 per class
- Free for members
Booking not essential, payment can be made on arrival (card or cash payments welcome).
EVERYONE WELCOME
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The teacher for this course is Gen Kelsang Gakyi, Resident Teacher at Kadampa Meditation Centre Nottingham, much respected for her ability to present Buddha’s teachings with warmth, humour and clarity.
