Course
@ Buddhist Library
Buddhism
in a Nutshell
Date:
25th September 2010 (Saturday) Time: 1 pm –
5 pm By
Donation
This
is a short introductory course that covers the key
aspects of Buddhist teachings and is suited for beginners
and those who wish to gain an overview of the Buddha’s
teachings. The course will be presented by a panel
of lay Buddhist teachers from various backgrounds
and will also be an excellent opportunity to ask all
your questions about Buddhism.
The
program will include exploration of topics such as:
§ The Historical Buddha
§ Varying Buddhist Traditions
§ Key Messages of the Buddha
§ Misconceptions about Buddhism
§ Applying the Teachings in Daily Life
Profile of Presenters
Aun Sukijjakhamin
With an Organisational Psychology background, Aun
has a strong interest in introducing and applying
Buddhism and Psychology in the workplace. He has been
involved in a number of events aimed to spread Buddhism
in unconventional ways including a Buddhist Exhibition
and Buddhist sketch performances. Aun works as a senior
consultant in one of the big four accounting firms
giving clients advice on human capital matters.
Chien Hoong Gooi
Chien Hoong is a Psychologist and Buddhist teacher
who seeks to integrate western psychology with the
practices of Buddhist meditation. He was previously
involved in clinical research applying mindfulness
practices in the treatment of anxiety disorders and
also served as the Buddhist Chaplain at the University
of New South Wales. He is currently a committee member
for the Australian Association of Buddhist Counsellors
and Psychotherapists (AABCAP) and a regular speak
at the Buddhist Library and various university-based
Buddhist groups.
Jim Teoh
Jim has been a Buddhist teacher for over fifteen
years and was one of the initiators of the earliest
structured Buddhist programs presented at the Buddhist
Library. He has taught numerous Buddhist courses in
various organisations, such as the Buddhist Council
of NSW, Buddhist Library, Indonesian Buddhist Society
of NSW and Bodhikusuma Buddhist and Meditation Centre.
Jim is a regular speaker and meditation workshop facilitator
at University Buddhist organisations. He is also trained
as a Hospital Buddhist Chaplain.
Jonathan Shearman
Jonathan’s journey with Dharma goes back to
a visit to Sri Lanka, then Ceylon, as a child in the
1960’s. An encounter with Buddhist monastics
left a strong impression. At University he studied
Philosophy, Anthropology, Comparative Religion and
Sanskrit, and discovered Vipassana Meditation. He
attended several retreats at Wat Buddha Dhamma with
Phra Khantipalo, and has continued to study and practise
ever since, formally taking refuge at the Nan Tien
Temple in July 2007 and going on his first 10-day
Vipassana Retreat in early 2008. In years past he
has given courses in Buddhism at Warringah and Mosman
Evening College. Jonathan works as a technical writer
and instructional designer for a professional services
company on the North shore
Tina Ng
A lawyer by profession, Tina brings the principles
of Buddhist morality and practice into her interactions
with people faced with criminal charges, family disputes,
and children put at risk of harm or abuse. She has
also a real interest in educating the new generation
to think widely and deeply about the life they lead.
She has actively participated in the UNSW Buddhist
Society during her study there, and is an active member
of the Buddhist community generally. She has edited
translations of Dhamma Books for Hwa Tsang Monastery,
narrated in Sunnataram Forest Monastery's DVD's, and
also appeared briefly on television talking about
Religion & Sexual Morality
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