Beginning Genuinely: The Hinayana Foundation

In the first lesson we'll review the basics of hinayana path--including the four noble truths and the notion of taking refuge. We'll also learn how the concepts of shila (discipline), samadhi (practice), and prajna (view/insight) apply to this path.

Upon completion of this lesson, you’ll be able to… 

• List and describe the four noble truths
• Practice shamatha meditation
• Explain the meaning of taking refuge
• Define hinayana, shila, samadhi, and prajna