Introduction to Buddhist Meditation: The Path to Liberation

Meditation classes for everyone are led by Kadampa Buddhist teacher Ann Gerhardt and Buddhist monk Gen Kelsang Norbu. The classes introduce basic Buddhist teachings and meditation practices.

The classes explore how many problems are caused by anger and uncontrolled desire, whether it is possible to be free from suffering and pain or find lasting happiness while unpeaceful states of mind remain, and how to develop and maintain a peaceful mind when both good and unpleasant things happen.

As stated in Introduction to Buddhism by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, “Samsara promises much but can never deliver real satisfaction. It is not possible for impure, transient objects to provide the lasting joy we seek. This can be attained only by thoroughly purifying our mind.”