Join Buddhist meditation teacher, David Oromith, for an introduction to early foundational Buddhist teachings and practices.
About This Course
This nine-part course explores the foundational aspects of Buddhist teachings and comparing views found in Early Buddhism and the later Mahayana.
Part One – An Overview of Buddhism – explores the life of the Buddha, provides an introduction to Buddhism as a whole and the different branches found today, and explores the first teaching of the Buddha: the Four Noble Truths.
Part Two – The Path of Buddhism – then explores the Buddha’s Noble Eightfold Path and the significance of Taking Refuge in the Three Jewels, seen as the doorway to Buddhist practice.
This course is perfect for those looking for an introduction to Buddhism, or who wish to complete their knowledge of early foundational Buddhist ideas and history.
We hope this course will serve as a comprehensive overview, setting the stage for a deeper exploration of Buddhist theory and practice in subsequent courses.
Course Format
This course is split into two parts, comprising of nine sessions in total. Each session builds on the last, allowing you to gain a deeper understanding over time. All sessions are in video format. Notes are provided for each session, as are suggestions for further readings and resources.
This nine-part course was originally recorded as part of a wider 12 Module Introductory Study Programme offered by Samadhi, David’s organisation. It has been offered freely here to the wider CCN audience in the hopes it may enrich and bring benefit to those exploring this path.
What's Included
- Lifetime access to the course
- 9 sessions with David Oromith exploring foundational aspects of Buddhist teachings
- Explore Siddartha's life story - from prince to Buddha
- Understand the Four Noble Truths - the Buddha's first teaching
- Explore the Noble Eightfold Path - the Buddha's path to freedom from suffering
- Comprehensive Course Notes
The Teacher
David Oromith is a Buddhist contemplative and meditation guide with a background in mental health services. Having practised meditation since the age of 18, his journey into Buddhism began through personal struggles with depression and anxiety, leading him to the Buddha’s teachings.
David has studied under various teachers, with Lama Alan as his root guru, and is influenced by Tibetan Buddhism among other traditions, recognising the value and benefit of multiple points-of-view. He focuses on meditation training and core, practical Buddhist principles in his teachings. He is the author of the book A Practical Guide to Mindful Living and leads several retreats across the UK every year, as well as teaching online and in person across South Wales.
David’s engaging style is clear, practical, and relatable, hoping to make ancient practices applicable to modern life. He envisions and works towards the establishment of the Samadhi Eco Retreat Centre as a community for spiritual development.
Offer Dana
This teaching is offered freely. If you’d like to offer dana to support the teacher and our activities, you can do so below.
