| A Meaningful Life The Foundation Program provides an opportunity to deepen our understanding and experience of Buddhism through a systematic study of five texts: Joyful Path of Good Fortune - a commentary to Atisha's Lamrim instructions, the stages of the path to enlightenment Universal Compassion - a commentary to Bodhisattva Chekhawa's Training the Mind in Seven Points Heart of Wisdom - a commentary to the Heart Sutra Meaningful to Behold - a commentary to Shantideva's Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life Understanding the Mind - a detailed explanation of the mind based on the works of the Buddhist scholars Dharmakirti and Dignaga This booklet explains the benefits of studying and practicing on this program and gives advice from Geshe Kelsang Gyatso on how to engage in this study and practice. |