Name: Free Talk: Buddhism & Health in Global Historical Perspective
Start: 2025-06-18T11:00:00.000Z
Location: Poh Ming Tse Temple

The **Institute of Chinese Buddhism (ICB)** warmly invites you to embark on a transformative journey into the rich history, philosophy, and cultural heritage of Chinese and Tibetan Buddhism.

From **May to November 2025**, join our **Certificate in Chinese Buddhism (Introductory Level)** – available online and in person at Poh Ming Tse Temple and other venues. Learn from renowned professors from the University of Hong Kong, Dharma Drum Institute, and more.

This course is perfect for:

* Academics and students
* Lifelong learners
* Anyone interested in Buddhist philosophy, ethics, and classical texts

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**Course Highlights:**

* 8 Expert-led modules (e.g., Meditation, Chan Buddhism, Tibetan Buddhism, Buddhist Ethics)
* Attend individual modules or complete all 8 for a certificate
* Flexible learning modes (online or in-person)
* Early Bird Rate: **$600** (before **15 May 2025**\) \| Full Fee: **$700**
* Individual modules: **$100 each**

**Register now and reserve your spot:** [https://forms.office.com/r/MCS1iwB9Sy](https://forms.office.com/r/MCS1iwB9Sy "https://forms.office.com/r/MCS1iwB9Sy")

This course will broaden your understanding of Chinese Buddhism and its relevance in the modern world.

**Contact Us:**
WhatsApp: (+65) 8056 2456
Email: contact@pmt.org.sg
Poh Ming Tse Temple \| Institute of Chinese Buddhism $ICB$

Institute of Chinese Buddhism

Certificate in Chinese Buddhism (May–Nov 2025)

Poh Ming Tse Temple

### **Living Well, Dying Well**

**A Free Public Talk by Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi**

Join us for a profound and heart-opening evening with **Venerable Tenzin Priyadarshi**, as we explore what it truly means to live—and die—well. In this special public talk, Venerable Tenzin draws from Buddhist wisdom and ethical inquiry to illuminate how we can navigate life’s joys and challenges with greater clarity, freedom, and compassion.

This event offers a rare opportunity to reflect deeply on the purpose of life, the nature of suffering, and how embracing impermanence can lead us toward inner transformation.

### **Event Details**

📅 **Date:** Wednesday, 21 May 2025
🕖 **Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
📍 **Venue:** Poh Ming Tse Temple, Singapore (Level 3 - Hall of Boundless Light)
🎟 **Admission:** Free (Registration required)
🔗 **Register here:** [https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G](https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G "https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G")

### **What to Expect**

🧘 A deeply reflective talk on how to approach life and death with wisdom and equanimity
🧠 Insights into the Buddhist path of transforming suffering into freedom and love
🌱 Practical tools for mindful living, letting go, and cultivating inner peace
💬 An open space for personal reflection, learning, and spiritual connection

This is a not-to-be-missed event for anyone on the path of self-discovery, spiritual inquiry, or those simply seeking a deeper, more meaningful way to live.
✨ *Come with an open heart. Leave with renewed clarity.*

Kent Chan

A Free Public Talk by Venerable Tenzin Priyadarsh: Living Well, Dying Well

Join us for an insightful and eye-opening evening with Professor Pierce Salguero as we explore the historical connections between Buddhism and health across cultures and time. In this special public talk, Professor Salguero shares his research on the diverse healing methods practiced in Buddhist traditions and how they continue to influence modern approaches to well-being.

This event offers a rare opportunity to look beyond contemporary mindfulness and rediscover the rich tapestry of Buddhist medical knowledge—shedding light on how ancient wisdom, ethical care, and spiritual practices have long intersected with the pursuit of health and healing.

### Event Details

**Date:** Wednesday, 18 June 2025
**Time:** 7:00 PM – 9:30 PM
**Venue:** Poh Ming Tse Temple, Singapore (Level 2 Classroom)
**Admission:** Free (Registration required)
**Register here:** [https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G](https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G "https://forms.office.com/r/dQAmnJi32G")

### What to Expect

🌍 A global historical perspective on Buddhist approaches to medicine and healing
📚 Insights into traditional and cross-cultural Buddhist healing practices
🧠 Reflections on the limits of modern mindfulness in understanding Buddhist health traditions
💬 An open space for academic and personal reflection on the integration of spirituality and health

This is a must-attend event for students of Buddhism, wellness professionals, and anyone curious about how ancient healing wisdom can inform today’s search for holistic well-being.

✨ Come with curiosity. Leave with a broader understanding of healing.

Free Talk: Buddhism & Health in Global Historical Perspective

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