Literary Tibetan: Taught by Geshe Jampa
The goal of this workshop series offered by Geshe Jampa is to engage the richness of the Tibetan language.
Learning the history of the Tibetan language and being able to recognize and pronounce characters allows us to see the richness embodied within. This new understanding helps us further realize the potentials of our Buddhist studies.
Track 1: Beginner - Introduction to Literary Tibetan
A series of 12 classes provides an introduction to the Tibetan language. The classes will be repeated in an ongoing pattern so that those who have missed a track or would like to reinforce what they learned have the opportunity to take it again.
The first track that completed in May 2008 was a huge success with all students feeling a strong sense of progress.
Materials and handouts are provided and students participate in an online blog to share questions, concerns and course notes. Included in the curriculum is language history, recognition and pronunciation of the characters of the alphabet, basic grammar, phrase construction and useful vocabulary.
Track 2: Intermediate - Reading Classical Texts
To be scheduled.
Track 3: Advanced - Translating Classical Texts
To be scheduled.
