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By: Malinda Yeh

So you’ve established an interest in Buddhism.  You understand that the main goal in Buddhism is to reach enlightenment.  But one question continues to nag in the back of your mind:  How can I, a more or less regular human being, ever expect to achieve such a highly awakened state?  Is it even possible?  Is it worth the trouble? 

Aniruddha, one of the Buddha’s wisest disciples, once made a similar request of his teacher.  According to tradition, he once said, “Oh Buddha, please tell us how lay people are to become enlightened and how they should behave if they want to achieve Nirvana.”

The Buddha’s answer was concise, clear, and utterly complete.  It became known as the Sutra of the Eight Realizations of Great Beings and is considered one of the great works of Mahayana Buddhism.  In it, the great teacher delineates eight concepts we, as lay people, must realize in order to become an enlightened being.

Sounds simple, right?  Well, come to our new Sutra Studies Class to find out!  This free class will be taught in English by me, Malinda.  (I’m back from maternity leave with a new addition to the family!)  Those of you who know me, know that we’ll have an open discussion format. Class begins August 17th at 11 am.  We will be referring to the book Buddhism:  Pure and Simple by Master Hsing Yun.  This book is available for purchase at the temple’s bookstore for $14.95.  The book is not required, but it is recommended.  Feel free to try out the class first before deciding to purchase it. Be prepared to awaken to your inner Buddha.  I look forward to seeing you there! 

Where? 
Guang Ming Temple
6555 Hoffner Ave. Orlando , FL 32822

When?
Sundays at 11am beginning August 17th

Please RSVP to missyeh27@yahoo.com if you are interested in attending or if you have any questions.