Overview of Programme
DATE: 2026: 20th August, 27th August, 3rd September, (no class on the 10th Sept) 17th September, 24th September, 1st October and Meditation day Sunday 4th October
TIME: Thursday’s weekly 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm
LOCATION: Online
LEVEL: The course is suitable for both beginners and intermediate students, providing a structured approach to Buddhist study.
What to Expect in This Module
In this module you will explore the differentiation between mind and brain, mind as the creator of our experiences, and the implications of possessing a mind that has no beginning and no end. Under the guidance, wisdom, compassion & kindness of Geshe Rinchen, you will learn methods to transform destructive thoughts and attitudes and create a positive and joyous mind.
Through:
Introductory Meditations - Meditation on Space like Clarity, Guided meditations help you explore the nature of the mind, develop mindfulness, and cultivate inner clarity and peace.
Explanatory Teachings - Understand the Foundations and Special features of The Mind & its Potential. Clear teachings that explore the nature of the mind and provide practical tools for personal growth and well-being.
Reflection and Discussion - Consider how this module relates to the rest of the path and your own practice. Opportunities to reflect on the teachings and share insights through supportive group discussion.
Supportive Environment - Learn and share with like-minded practitioners, supported by the wisdom and guidance of Geshe Rinchen.
Integration Guidance - Learn ways to connect these teaching methods related to the Mind & its Potential with your lamrim meditation and daily spiritual growth. Ongoing guidance to help sustain and deepen your practice beyond the course.
This module concludes with a Day of Meditation on Sunday, 4th October, offering time for deeper reflection and integration of the teachings.
Suitable for both new and experienced students ready to delve into the inspiring methods that turn life’s challenges into opportunities for growth, compassion, and wisdom
Awakening the limitless potential of your mind, achieving all peace and happiness
Discovering Buddhism is a beginner to intermediate level, 3 year study course that will give you a solid foundation in the teachings and practice of Tibetan Mahayana Buddhism.
This course was designed by Lama Zopa Rinpoche for students to study, explore and put into practice the graduated path to enlightenment, the lamrim. Originally based on Buddha Shakyamuni’s teachings from 2500 years ago in India. The lamrim was systematically organised by the Indian master Atisha in the 11th Century and by several other great masters from Tibet including Lama Tsongkhapa in the 15th Century.
Our resident teacher Geshe Rinchen Wangyal (Geshe La) will be teaching this module. This is an excellent opportunity to receive these Lamrim teachings directly from Geshe La. We are indeed most fortunate to be able to do so.
This course commences August 2026 and runs for 3 years during term time on Thursday evenings online for 90 minutes and has 14 subjects, 13 of which are usually taught over 6 weeks. It is possible to join at any time during the course.
We warmly invite you to join us for this enriching journey with Geshe Rinchen. Together, let us explore how to bring the timeless wisdom of Buddhism into our everyday lives.
Registration available soon. For more information contact our course coordinator, Ruth: db@jamyangleeds.co.uk
ABOUT YOUR Teacher: Geshe Rinchen Wangyal
We are delighted to say that Geshe Rinchen (Geshe La) has kindly agreed to be our resident teacher from January 2025. Many of you will already have met him as he volunteered with us teaching at the centre through the Summer of 2024. He has also led Vipassana meditation since Autumn 2023 on Monday mornings online. As well as kindly teaching online during the time he was studying at Winchester.
Geshe La has many skills. He is a teacher, translator, researcher and Editor. He studied at Drepung Losel Ling Monastery in India, then Institute of Buddhist Dialectics gaining his Geshe Degree in 2015. Since 2021 he has studied at the University of Winchester, UK, gaining a BA (Hons) Degree in Philosophy, Religion and Ethics. He has had articles published in “The Scientific American” in 2020 including ‘Hygiene of Hand and Mind During the Pandemic’ and translations and original articles published in Tibet Times and Tibet Express. He has also won Awards and Honors include awards for essay competitions at the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics and Certificate honoring translation work at Emory-Tibet Science Summer Workshop 2019-2020. Geshe La was born in Tibet so Tibetan is his mother tongue. He teaches fluently in English.