The Journey and The Guide - A Practical Course in Enlightenment

People often say that if they were religious, they’d be a Buddhist. Maitreyabandhu’s book and course The Journey and the Guide challenges you to find out. ‍

What we need is an opportunity to test-drive Buddhism and meditation – this course is that test-drive. Over eight weeks, we’ll take up Buddhism in principle and in practice, and by the end, you’ll know what Buddhism is – and if you’re a Buddhist or not.

Course Description Here’s what you’ll explore:‍ – A transcendental vision of reality that goes beyond the secular and the divine – A practical path of development that can change your life – A new vision of community that goes beyond group identity and individualism ‍ What this will look like: – An eight-week course combining the philosophy of Buddhism with its practical application – A path that leads from integration and emotional strength, to insight into the nature of reality – Specific guidance on how to practise Buddhism in real life ways – A weekly chance to monitor your progress and set goals in small groups – A copy of The Journey and the Guide, which you can read between sessions to deepen your understanding and guide your practice.

The course is ideal for those who are new to the LBC, or have been coming along for some time and would like to understand the complete system that underpins our practice at the LBC. Many people do the course more than once, learning something new and deepening their understanding each time.
So, this course is for anyone interested in taking up the quest for growth and meaning.