Paths of Practice with Rev. Dr. Kenneth Tanaka

Rev. Dr. Kenneth Tanaka is a Professor Emeritus at Musashino University in Tokyo and is a former Associate Professor and Assistant Dean of the Institute of Buddhist Studies in Berkeley, CA.
We discuss Buddhism and humor, shinjin and the Pure Land, the lesson of service embedded within Scouting America (formerly the Boy Scouts of America), finding Other Power in other branches of Mahayana Buddhism, and meeting spiritual teachers at the Institute of Buddhist Studies.
Rev. Tanaka is also teaching a course based on his book, Jewels: An Introduction to American Buddhism for Youth, Scouts and the Young at Heart. Please see below for the course description and the link for a free download of the text (at the bottom):
“Introduction to Basic Buddhism for the West and Beyond:
Fireside Chat Session with 20 Laypersons and Teachers”
(Starts September 7, 2024)
This course is designed to provide the basics of Buddhism for those seeking a religious/spiritual foundation through the Dharma. We will be looking at its teachings, history, and application in daily life as this world religion deepens
its roots in North America and beyond. These basics are essential for better understanding of Shin Buddhism as well as of Buddhism in general.

Each session will feature 2 guest speakers: a lay person and a teacher.

Dr. Ken Tanaka and guest speakers will discuss and share their views on the topics found in the book, Jewels: An Introduction to American Buddhism for Youth, Scouts and the Young at Heart (BDK America, 2020) by Kenneth Tanaka.
10 sessions on the first Saturday of the month:
In Japan日本, on the following Sunday morning.
September 7, October 5, November 2, December 7,
January 4, February 1, March 1, April 5, May 3, and June 7.
Video recording will be made available to you if you miss it.
Time: 5:00 - 6:30 pm (Pacific Time)
& “Optional Chat Discussion Time” (6:35 – 7:05)
Application to Register for the Course:
https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScCdI0oJ22Z9idB7TKkNbF3LuDEjqq0DTuoGYRg5vk6tHHOMA/viewform
Book Download:
https://www.bdkamerica.org/product/jewels-an-introduction-to-buddhism-for-youth-pdf-only/