Tibetan Buddhism's Geshe Degree | Geshe Namdak

Geshe Namdak explains how, in the monastic system, the path to becoming a geshe or geshema involves an intense study program of 20 to 25 years, culminating in a graduation that signifies not just academic achievement but a profound personal transformation. This program is akin to being in retreat for two decades, focusing on the Buddhist doctrine to understand and deal with the mind, its philosophy, and eliminate ignorance. Despite its challenges and the high dropout rate, the journey is transformational, offering a comprehensive understanding of various subjects essential for enlightenment. Find out more about what the whole program entails in this video! 00:00 The Geshe Degree in Tibetan Buddhism 01:57 Epistemology: The Language of Philosophy 02:48 Perfection of Wisdom Sutras 04:00 Wisdom Realizing Emptiness 04:52 Vinaya and Abhidharma in Monastic Training 06:22 Challenges in the Monastic System ___________________ Explore Buddhism at: https://www.studybuddhism.com The Study Buddhism channel features interviews with the world's leading Buddhist masters, practitioners and scholars. We discuss classical Buddhist topics such as karma, rebirth and enlightenment, and also look at Buddhism in the modern world, as well as its compatibility with science and psychology. Like Study Buddhism on Facebook:   / studybuddhism   Listen to guided meditations at:   / studybuddhism   Subscribe to our YouTube channel:    / studybuddhism