Dear fellow dhammafarers,
Sukhi hontu to all of you. There will be an Abhidhamma Course Part 1 conducted by Dr Mehm Tin Mon, B. Sc. Hons (Yangon), M. Sc., Ph. D (USA), Saddhamma Jotakadhaja, who has graciously devoted his selfless time and compassion for the welfare of all beings. Below is a brief introduction of Dr Mehm Tin Mon (See attached photo)
Dr. Mehm Tin Mon was born in Kanawat village, Mudon township, Mon State,Union of Myanmar in 1934. He was always a top scorer in school and joined the University of Yangon in 1951 and passed with B. Sc. Hons in Chemistry and had won 3 distinguished university gold medals for outstanding achievements.
In 1957, he went to USA to study at University of Illinois on a state scholarship and gained his Master of Science degree in 1958 and Doctorate degree in 1960. He also won membership to Phi Lambaa Upsilon Society and Sigma Xi Society.
He served his own country for 36 years as a lecturer, Head of Department of Chemistry and finally as Professor of Chemistry in the University of Mawlamyine. He retired from Professorship on December 1, 1992.
Dr. Mehm Tin Mon also excelled in religious examinations. He stood first in the Abhidhamma Examination for Ordinary Level in 1981 and Honours Level in 1983. Again in 1984, he stood first in the Visuddhi Magga Examination. He has written over 30 books on education as well as on Buddhism. He has conducted over 200 Abhidhamma courses in Myanmar, USA, Japan, Singapore and Malaysia. He has also delivered many lectures on Buddhism and meditation.
His clear thinking, delightful teaching and simple, clear style of writing have won the admiration of many listeners and readers. He was awarded the title "Saddhamma Jotakadhaja" by the Government of Union of Myanmar in 1994 for his outstanding contribution in the propagation of Buddhism.
So fellow dhammafarers, grab this golden opportunity to make yourself available to learn from a very learned, delicated, humble and simple master. A living example by his conduct.
Please pass the message around to all your friends and relatives. (Note : For non-Muslims only) and tell them not to miss this rare opportunity.
Course : ABHIDHAMMA COURSE PART 1 (conducted in English)
Conducted by : Dr. Mehm Tin Mon, B. Sc. Hons, M. Sc, Ph. D, Saddhamma Jotakadhaja
Venue : Mahindarama Buddhist Temple, Lecture Hall,
No. 2, Kampar Road, Penang. (Opposite Methodist Boys' School)
Date : 13 th ~ 22nd November 2007
Time : Monday ~ Friday (8.00 pm to 10.00 pm)
Saturday & Sunday ( 5.00 pm to 10.00 pm)
Contact Person : Chng Gim Teik
Email : gtchng@yahoo.co.uk and HP : 019-4446561
For registration : Email or sms your name and contact no.
The course is free of charge.
All are most welcome. For those who cannot attend the full course, can also join in whenever you are free but please be on time so as not to disrupt the class.
By the blessings of the Triple Gem, may all beings be well and happy. Strive on with diligence. Sadhu ! Sadhu! Sadhu!
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