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ACI 2: Buddhist Refuge

Taught by:
Inna Ivanina & Bill McMichael

Online course
February 23–25, March 1–3

Take an exciting journey within yourself that will change the way you look at life.

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ACI 2: Buddhist Refuge

Discover the keys to ultimate happiness, a deep understanding of life, and Buddhahood itself in our extraordinary course on Buddhist Refuge. It’s a guide to the world of absolute enlightenment.
The course is based on the text The Ornament of Realization (Abhisamaya Alamkara) by Maitreya and Master Asanga (350 CE), with a monastic commentary by Master Kedrup Tenpa Dargye (1493-1568).
 
ACI 2 is designed for those who seek a deep understanding of their existence and meaning in every moment. It’s for people who are ready to walk the path of absolute happiness and enlightenment. If you are looking for a deep understanding of your existence, are ready to discover your inner potential, and want to walk the path to Buddhahood, then ACI 2 is ideal for you. It will be an immersion in wisdom that changes your life and the way you see the world. An exciting journey awaits you. It will help you understand where to go to make your life better, why exactly you should want to make your life better, and how much better life can actually be.

On the course we will:

  • Dive into the study of the Buddha’s qualities , what bodhichitta is, and what the desire to help all living beings means

  • Talk about the differences between nirvana and Buddhahood

  • Consider the evidence for emptiness. We will explore the logical examination of things in order to come to a clear understanding of the world and how things originate.

These are not just academic lessons. The course hands you the keys to understanding yourself and the world around you. And these keys will open the doors to a better and happier life for you and all those around you.
By taking ACI 2, you will not only gain knowledge, you will explore key topics that will change your life, lead you to your ultimate purpose, and bring you true happiness.
ACI 2, Buddhist Refuge/ThePerfection of Wisdom, is for those who seek meaning and enlightenment–people who are ready to embark on a spiritual journey in search of truth. If you are looking for answers to the universal questions of life, and striving to change your life and understand yourself and the world around you, then ACI2 is for you.

Bill McMichael

Bill McMichael, a commercial airline pilot, has been studying the Asian Classics Institute foundational and advanced courses since 2000. He is a student of Khen Rinpoche and Geshe Michael Roach. Bill completed three-year, three-month, three-day retreat and is an ACI certified teacher.

Inna Ivanina

Inna Ivanina is a medical doctor, a PhD in medical sciences, and a psychotherapist with15 years of experience in clinical research. She has been studying ACI courses since 2014 and is an ACI certified teacher.
“I had so many questions that seemed impossible to answer. But I found them in ACI courses. At some point in their lives, everyone gets tired of wandering, failing, and starts looking for answers. It may sound incredible, but the answers are there. They are possible. Come and see for yourself. Don’t take my word for it, come and see.”
— Bill McMichael

🗓️ ACI 2 Schedule:

(ARIZONA TIME)

Session 1: February 23 - 10:00-12:00
Session 2: February 24 - 06:30-08:00
Session 3: February 24 - 06:30-08:00
Session 4: February 24 - 06:30-08:00
Session 5: February 25 - 10:00-12:00
Session 6: February 25 - 10:00-12:00
Session 7: February 25 - 10:00-12:00
Session 8: March 1 - 8:00-10:00
Session 9: March 2 - 11:00-13:00
Session 10: March 3 - 10:00-12:00

Don't miss this opportunity to take the extraordinary course Buddhist Refuge/The Perfection of Wisdom, which will change your perspective on life and open the way to a deep understanding of yourself and the world.