REL 208/608 - The Life and Teachings of Ch gyam Trungpa Rinpoche

Institution:

Naropa University

Subject:

Description:

An exploration of the lineage, background and context, including both India and Tibet, of Trungpa Rinpoche's life and teaching. The course explores core themes including the centrality of meditation practice; the framework of the "three yanas" as definitive of the stages of spiritual and psychological growth that mark the maturation of the human person; the tension between the 'lonely journey' and community and organizational life; and the role of "crazy wisdom" in the life of a realized teacher.

Credits:

3.00

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Instructional Type:

Lecture

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Additional Information:

Historical Version(s):

Institution Website:

www.naropa.edu

Phone Number:

(303) 444-0202

Regional Accreditation:

North Central Association of Colleges and Schools

Calendar System:

Semester

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