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Mukpo Institute Curriculum

Fall 2008 Courses

Mukpo Institute students conduct a three-month investigation into the principles of Hinayana and Mahayana Buddhism. Students study and practice the fundamental meditation techniques of shamatha and vipashyana. Understanding and practice of these techniques is supplemented by studies of Buddhist philosophy of mind and consciousness. There are also opportunities for students to witness and practice traditional contemplative arts.

The heart of the Mukpo Institute semester is a month-long mindfulness retreat called dathün. During dathün, students apply mindfulness to all activities in addition to scheduled walking and sitting meditation sessions. Meals are taken in traditional Japanese monastic style; silence or mindful speech is observed; also mind-body disciplines are practiced.

The objective of the Mukpo Institute curriculum is to connect traditional wisdom teachings with students’ present lives and real concerns. Our students arrive with diverse academic and professional backgrounds; the Institute respects and fosters this diversity. The curriculum, presented within the experience of living in a contemplative community, is ideal for all who wish to bring simplicity, clarity and ultimately joy into their personal and professional lives.

We hope you can join us.

Fall 2008 Courses
Spring 2008 Courses
Fall 2007 Courses
Spring 2007 Courses
Fall 2006 Courses

"With dathun, that was the deepest my practice had been. I’m excited about all the classes this spring and feeling like I just want to keep learning."
- Jill, Fall and Spring 2006/2007 Mukpo Student