Saturday, January 5, 2013 meeting - Fundamentals of Buddhism

Theravada Buddhist Young Adults (TBYA)
Meeting date: Saturday, January 5, 2013,  4-6pm

Topic: Fundamentals of Buddhism

Location: Room 101, Serramonte Del Rey (former Jefferson High School, 2 blocks above the Serramonte shopping center), 699 Serramonte Blvd, Daly City, CA
Blog: http://tbya-usa.blogspot.com
Contact: tbya.usa@gmail.com

Discussion Topics

Start the new year with a multimedia review of the fundamental teachings of the Buddha in 2 hours. Feel free to invite your non-Buddhist friends who may be interested in learning about Buddhism.

1. Rebirth and kamma
2. The goal of Buddhism

3. Short history of Buddhism

4. The basic teachings of the Buddha: The Four Noble Truths

5. Comparison of Theravada Buddhism with other Buddhist sects

Discussion leader: Li Chan

Here is the calendar of topics planned for 2013:

Month-Day	Discussion topic
January 5	Fundamentals of Buddhism: rebirth & kamma; Four Noble Truths
February 2	Right Mindfulness: introduction
March 2	Right Mindfulness: review
April 6	Right Concentration: introduction
May 4	Right Concentration: review
June 1	Right Speech: Buddhism in school, college & the work place
July	No meeting (vacation)
August	No meeting (TBSA week)
September 7	Right Action & Right Livelihood
October 5	Right View
November 2	Right Thought
December 7	Right Effort; Gradual Development; planning the new year