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Tibetan Language Class – July 31 – August 5, 2023 – Padma Samye Ling Retreat Center

July 31 - August 5

July 31 – August 5, 2023

(Monday – Saturday)

 

A six-day in-person course led by Prof. Philippe Turenne, this introduction to the basic structure and principles of Tibetan grammar will provide a base for continued learning. Morning and afternoon classes for participants will focus on conversational Tibetan, pronunciation, and basic reading skills, as well as practical techniques for consulting Tibetan dictionaries. Materials will be provided. Additional opportunity to learn and practice writing Tibetan calligraphy, as well as typing in Tibetan script. There will be simple at home exercises following the conclusion of the class.

 


 

In person only.

 

Register for On-Site In-Person retreat:

https://signup.e2ma.net/signup/1974127/10315/

 


 

 

Suggested Donation:

PBC members: $288*

Non-members: $332*

 

* For this event, donation includes Shared Dormitory Accommodations and meals.

 

Philippe Turenne has been a devoted student of the Venerable Khenpo Rinpoches since he was a teenager. He completed a BA in religious studies at McGill University, then earned a PhD there in Buddhist studies under the supervision of Professors Thupten Jinpa and Victor Hori. In 2011, he moved to Nepal to join the faculty of the Rangjung Yeshe Institute (RYI), where he taught various courses in the BA and MA programs. From 2018 to 2020, he served as principal of the RYI.

 


 

Details

Start:
July 31
End:
August 5
Event Category:
Website:
www.padmasambhava.org

Organizer

Padma Samye Ling – New York
Phone:
(607) 865-8068
Email:
jowozegyal@catskill.net
Website:
https://www.padmasambhava.org

Venue

Padma Samye Ling
618 Buddha Hwy.
Sidney Center, NY 13839 United States
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Phone:
6078658068
Website:
www.padmasambhava.org

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