Shantideva: The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life (Term 2)

Continue your exploration of the Bodhisattva path through one of Buddhism’s most treasured texts. In this second term, we return to The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life by Shantideva, deepening our engagement with Chapters 1–5 through further reflection, discussion, and integration.

This offering is intended for students with prior knowledge of Buddhist philosophy and a foundation in study and meditation who wish to deepen and stabilise their understanding of the path to enlightenment.

Course Details
🗣️ With Venerable Khadro
📅 20, 27 October & 3, 10, 17, 24 November & 1 December
🕕 6:00 – 8:00 pm
🏠 Hybrid

About This Course
This second term continues the exploration of Chapters 1–5 of The Bodhisattva’s Way of Life, using familiarity with the material as a basis for deeper contemplation and transformation.

Continuing through these foundational chapters allows for a more refined understanding of key themes such as bodhicitta, its immense value, ethical awareness, and joyful perseverance.

The emphasis is on building familiarity and confidence in working with the text, while allowing time for reflection and discussion.

Rather than rushing ahead, we take a measured approach—creating space for the teachings to be understood, questioned, and related to personal experience.

Through study, reflection, and discussion, students are supported in connecting the teachings with their own lives.

As a continuation, this course is best suited for those who have completed Term 1 or who already have some familiarity with the text and core Buddhist concepts.

This course may include readings, guided reflections, and discussion-based exploration to support a deeper engagement with the text and its meaning.

Your Teacher
Venerable Khadro brings years of experience teaching Buddhist philosophy and meditation in the tradition of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Her clear and practical approach makes profound Buddhist concepts accessible to modern students.