Approaching Enlightenment
Friday 5 June 2026 – Monday 8 June 2026
A long weekend retreat following on from the Approaching Enlightenment course.
3 nights. $355 / $270
Approaching Enlightenment
Ritual is the area of Buddhist practice that receives the least amount of attention. This course is for both sceptical and enquiring practitioners. The Sevenfold Puja is the focus of the course, and through it many other ritual activities, symbols, and implements are explained.
The course has an optional retreat that takes the practise of ritual even further.
Participants receive a copy of Approaching Enlightenment: A Guidebook for Buddhist Ritual (Windhorse, 2024) as part of the course fee.
The retreat offered at the end of this course will provide the opportunity for participant to practice and embody the teaching.
Programme
| Date | Subject |
|---|---|
| 14 March 2026 | Problems with Puja |
| 28 March 2026 | Layers of Practise |
| 11 April 2026 | More than Bowls |
| 25 April 2026 | The Sound of Compassion |
| 9 May 2026 | Dimensions of Ethics |
| 23 May 2026 | Puja as the Path |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is it okay if I can't make every week?
The cost covers the entire course, and it is best to come every week. If you'd like to come but there is one or two weeks you can't make, please contact us before booking.
What should I wear?
There are no special requirements, just whatever is comfortable to sit in.
Do I need to be a Buddhist?
The course is exploring the practice of Buddhist ritual, but you do not need to identify as a Buddhist to join.
Where to Find Us
We're in Newtown, a few minutes walk away from the station.
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