Buddhist Courses | Agon Shu Toronto Buddhist Temple

Courses

Meditation & Way of Life Course

Experience exclusive Buddhist meditation and discover the mindful, fulfilling, and serene way of life and spirit found in Japan.

We offer a unique Japanese Buddhist meditation course provided by our Priest, Seiji Hayashi.

In this course, you can learn and practice a variety of Buddhist meditation techniques guided by the Priest, contemplate your life and its issues, discover the spiritual foundation in Japanese culture, and most importantly, meditate and discover your inner realm before the Sacred Buddhist Stupa with true Buddha's remains.

In this course, you will learn and practice:

Buddhist Stupa Meditation
Heart Sutra Meditation
Visualization Meditation
Humility
Compassion
Gratitude
Empathy and Respect
Power of Kindness
Self-Observation and Correction

Perseverance
Awareness of Spirits in Nature
Positive Change in Habits
The Correct Motive for Life
Applicable Traditional Japanese Mindsets and Spiritual Culture derived from Shintoism
How to cope with life issues
Healthy Lifestyle

We hope to deliver opportunities for self-reflection, meditation, learning life lessons, and practicing mindsets that can bring you back to the original and optimal view and way of life as human beings with spirit and soul. Via this serene path, you may become a selfless, compassionate, grateful, and committed being and find happiness in the present moment while honouring the past and fighting for future collective well-being.

Admission Fee

Attendance Requirements

First-Time Trial Admission: FREE
Non-Members:

Adult: $5.00 contribution

Family: $10.00 contribution

Child: Free

Members: FREE

Admission fees are payable via cash or e-Transfer

Attendants must RSVP before the event date
Maximum attendants: 20 people

Class Time Period

11 a.m. to 1 p.m. (2 hours)
Recurring occasionally
Sunday or Saturday

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Advanced Courses

Advanced Buddhist Courses are for those who would like to step forward and begin their official Buddhist practice, the Gedatsu Hosho Gyo practice, or members. In other words, those who have the commitment to spiritually connect with Buddha through Busshari Houjuson, the Sacred Stupa, are eligible to take these courses.

Below are the requirements for attending the advanced lessons:

The applicant has continually attended our monthly worship.
The applicant fully submits to Agon Shu Buddhist teachings and philosophy.
The applicant is a member or has submitted the member application form.

Description

In the Advanced Courses, our priest will teach from daily esoteric practices to in-depth esoteric techniques and Buddhist disciplines to lead the members toward karmic liberation and spiritual elevation.

Introductory Seminars

Introductory Seminars are particularly given to our new members. In these lessons, our priest will teach techniques and disciplines required for Gedatsu Hosho Gyo Practice as well as the basic Buddhist teachings all members must fully understand.

Nyorinbo

In Nyorinbo lessons, the fundamental esoteric techniques and Buddhist teachings necessary for liberation from Samsara are taught.

Tokko no Kaji

Practitioners will learn Tokko no Kaji esoteric healing techniques and will then receive the Tokko license. Pre-requisites must be met for eligibility.

Yashiki Jorei

Practitioners will learn House Purification esoteric techniques and will then receive the Yashiki Jorei license. Pre-requisites must be met for eligibility.