(6 credits) This course is for beginning students of Classical Tibetan or for those who wish a systematic and thorough review. The course starts with the alphabet and pronunciation, then rapidly moves on to words and particles. The course then moves to a discussion of how Classical Tibetan signifies meaning in regard to verbs, case particles and declension, and lexical and syntactic particles. The course culminates in a reading and translation of short texts or excerpts or commentaries, such as the Three Principal Aspects of the Path by Tsong-kha-pa (1357-1419), supplemented short commentary. This course is a combination of TIB103 and TIB203r, a six credit unit that meets the MA requirement for a minimum of one year of language study.
MISSION STATEMENT: Maitripa College is a Buddhist institution of higher education offering contemplative learning culminating in graduate degrees. Founded upon three pillars of scholarship, meditation, and service, Maitripa College curriculum combines Western academic and Tibetan Buddhist disciplines. Through the development of wisdom and compassion, graduates are empowered with a sense of responsibility to work joyfully for the wellbeing of others. We serve our students and the region through diverse and relevant educational, religious, and community programs.
