The Sati Center for Buddhist Studies supports the study of Buddhist teachings. Our perspective balances scholarly inquiry with serious meditation practice. We believe that study and practice work together to deepen one's practice and aid in awakening. Our goal is to help participants explore original Buddhist texts and appreciate the richness of the tradition and lineage. We want to facilitate ongoing dialog and exchange among meditators, teachers, students and scholars.

Pre-registration not necessary for daylong classes. Bring your own lunch.

• Friday, August 6th, 9:30 AM to 1:00 PM - Sutta Study: The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching: A Day of Sutta Study on the Buddha's First Three Discourses - Taught by Richard Shankman
  

  The entirety of the Buddha's teaching is encapsulated in the first three discourses he delivered after his enlightenment. In this day of study we will cover all three suttas in detail, exploring how they weave together to inform each other and create a complete description of Dharma teaching and practice. See flyer.

• Saturday, October 30th, 9:00 AM to 5:00 PM - Buddhist Approaches to Compassionate Action - Taught by Bhikkhu Bodhi
  

• Friday, January 21st, 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM - Sutta Study: The Parinibbana Sutta: The Discourse on the Buddha's Last Days - Taught by Gil Fronsdal
  
• April 1-3, 2011, Classes with John Peacock