SCHOLARSHIP . . . MEDITATION . . . SERVICE


Jan Willis Presents a Weekend Event at Maitripa on Women in Buddhism

WOMEN IN BUDDHISM

November 1-2: Jan Willis, PhD

Saturday November 1, 7:30 pm - Public Talk $20 suggested donation at the door

Sunday Nov 2 10 am - 4 pm $30

Jan Willis, PhD, Professor of Religion at Wesleyan University University & longtime student of Buddhist thought, will lead this weekend event on Women in Buddhism. Professor Willis will lead us in a practical investigation of the complex, and changing, status of women in relationship to Buddhist doctrine and practice.

Using Buddhist texts that present traditional views of women as well as a variety of contemporary materials that reveal aspects of the lives of Buddhist women in ancient and contemporary times, we shall attempt to understand the values and concerns that drive, restrain, and/or empower such women and relate their stories to the world in which we live today.

Contact program@maitripa.org to register now to reserve your space or for any questions, or call 503-235-2477 for additional details and information.