Exploring Buddhism Class
Wednesdays, 7:30pm - 9pm
About this class
Exploring the Buddhist path to enlightenment in more depth, as well as how to apply our understanding practically in modern daily life. Includes preparatory prayers, a teaching and guided meditation.
Some more benefits:
Explore Buddhism according to an authentic, living tradition.
Find guidance on how to apply these teachings skilfully according to your own current needs and wishes.
Learn with, meditate with, and be inspired by other people from all walks of life and levels of experience.
See the below Q&A for more info about our classes.
Class details
📆 When: Wednesdays, 7:30pm - 9pm
📍 Where: Jangchub Ling Centre
👨🏫 Teacher: Gen Kelsang Khechog
£7 each class. Block booking discounts are available. Book your place below.
Current & upcoming class topics
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During January we will explore how to cultivate a spiritual strength that empowers us to make genuine progress on our path.
Jan 8th: Connecting to Buddha’s Wisdom
Jan 15th: How to Find an Authentic Spiritual Path
Jan 22nd: How to Clear Spiritual Obstacles
Jan 29th: A Method for Receiving Powerful Blessings
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During February we will explore how to find all the help we need on our path, and rely upon it skilfully to help ourself grow stronger.
Feb 5th: What Do Buddhists Rely On?
Feb 12th: How Do We Abandon Fear?
Feb 19th: Where Does the Spiritual Path Lead?
Feb 26th: The Power of Visualisation
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In March we will explore the nature of pure compassion and how, when combined with wisdom, it solves all our problems and brings us lasting happiness.
March 5th: Developing the Wish for Enlightenment
March 12th: Developing Love for Everyone
March 19th: Developing Compassion for Everyone
March 26th: The Supreme Good Heart
The Teacher for this class
The ‘Exploring Buddhism’ class is led by our resident teacher, Gen Kelsang Khechog.
Known for his thoughtful nature, Gen Khechog presents Buddha’s teachings with relatable clarity, showing how to connect these beautiful meditations with the realities of modern daily life.
Questions?
FIND ANSWERS HERE
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Our classes have three parts:
Guided meditation
Every class (except for ‘Friday Night Lectures’) includes a chance to practise meditation. No prior experience is necessary and all the meditations are guided.
Teaching
From Buddha’s teachings, these practical talks help us to solve our daily problems and find peace, happiness and, if we wish, a deeper purpose in our busy lives.
Discussion
A chance to discuss the topic of the talk and meditation with others during the break over refreshments. No one is ever ‘put on the spot’ and asked to talk in a class. The teacher will normally make time for questions, and will be happy to clarify any points during the class too.
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Yes. Courses cover a wide variety of topics from simple stress reduction to profound wisdom teachings, but are always taught in an accessible way such that everyone leaves with some practical insight they can use in daily life.
One exception to this is our monthly ‘Tantra’ class. Please see the Tantra class page for details.
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No. People from all backgrounds attend JLC to find peace according to their own individual needs and wishes. Everybody is welcome.
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No special clothing is needed. Our courses do not include any physical exercise and most people choose to sit on chairs, though cushions are also set out for those who prefer to sit on the floor.
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Other than removing shoes before going in to the meditation room (they can be worn as normal elsewhere) and turning phones off during session, there are no special rules to follow. People are always very pleasantly surprised with just how informal, welcoming and down to earth Jangchub Ling is; you’ll feel right at home in no time.
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Walk-ins are very welcome. You can pay on arrival (cash/card) or book online in advance. Block booking discounts are available.
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Centre members can access several of our classes online and we hope to offer online courses in the future too. Please see our ‘membership’ page for a list of online classes.
More questions? We’d love to hear from you!
Bookings
‘Heart Jewel’
After-class refreshments included
Wednesdays 7:30pm - 9pm
Cost: £7 per class
These classes are included in Regular & Regular Plus membership options