Current & Upcoming Courses & Events

Join us for mindful courses and gatherings at the temple.

Refreshments served at every gathering.

Watching from home is also an option - Zoom links are provided below.

All classes and events are offered without charge. Your donations and gifts allow us to continue to operate and to grow. All donations are tax-deductible.

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Serenity (aka Shamatha) Meditation

Learn how to apply the mental powers of mindfulness, introspection, and meta-awareness to train your concentration - the ability to rest single-pointedly on an object of your wish, without distraction or dullness, and with a deep sense of executive control and immersive joy.

We're teaching this topic based on the Serenity section of the Great Treatise to the Stages of the Path to Enlightment (Vol. 3) by Tsongkhapa.

Taught by Geshe Ngawang Thugje (graduate of Sera Jey Monastery)

* NOTICE - Geshe Thugje is unable to continue offering classes on Tuesdays. Beginning July 7th, there will be an in-person only peer-led discussion and meditation group at the below time slot.*

Tuesdays @ 6:00 - 7:30 pm

Ongoing

Sundays @ 10:00 - 11:30 am

Beginning July 12

The Bodhisattva Practices

Venerable Losang Donyo continues teaching where Othok Rinpoche left off. Learn the bodhisattva practices and methods for developing bodhicitta (infinite altruism that motivates one to aim towards enlightenment) from the 2nd volume of Lam Rim Chen Mo - The Great Treatise on the Stages of the Path to Englightenment.

Teacher Bio:

Born in Brooklyn, NY, Ven. Donyo ordained as a getsul in 2016 and joined Sera Jey Monastery in 2018. He has developed courses and textbooks for English speakers to learn Insight Dialogue, a profound pedagogy used in the traditional monastic education. He is temporarily living at Forest of Wisdom.

Taught by Ven. Losang Donyo (10th year student at Sera Jey Monastery)

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Our Buddhist Center in Connecticut

Nestled in a quiet farmscape, our monastery offers a peaceful space for meditation and learning. At present, we are focusing on bringing authentic Dharma teachings to the local community. Future development phases include building out residential facilities to train and educate a residential monastic community.

Address

51 Palmer Road, Scotland, CT 06264

Hours

See Class Times Above

FAQs

Who can join?

Anyone interested in Buddhist teachings and meditation is welcome.

What is the class fee?

All classes and events are offered without charge, while your tax-deductible donations are welcome to support the Sangha and allow us to offer more Dharma.

Do I need to register?

There is no need to register. Sign up for our e-mail list on the bottom of this page to learn about future programs.

What should I bring?

You may like to bring the text for the class you are attending. Please wear comfortable clothing that is appropriate for being around celibate monks and nuns.

Are beginners welcome?

Absolutely - our courses are designed to support people at all levels of learning, especially beginners.

Where are the events held?

Classes are held in the main house that you will see when you drive into the parking area. Follow the signs to enter. Some events take place outdoors (depending on weather).

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contact@forestofwisdom.love
860-248-6477