Wisdom and Wonder: A Journey Through Buddhist Jātaka Tales (DM1C25)
Dawn Mauricio
July 11 - August 8, 2025
Registration will close at 9:00am (US Pacific Time) prior to the 5th class on August 8. A waiting list will be created if the program fills early. A recording* will be available within 48 hours following each class.
Description:
Embark on a five-week exploration of Buddhist Jātaka tales, where ancient wisdom meets timeless storytelling. Discover the previous lives of the Buddha through tales of wisdom, compassion, courage, and sacrifice. Each week, we will delve into these profound narratives to uncover lessons that are still resonant today.
Join this class series to experience the wonder and transformative power of these enduring stories, and learn how their teachings can inspire and enrich your own journey.
Note: We will explore different tales than previous iterations of this class series. If you have taken this series before, you are welcome to attend again as it will be different.
Online Only: We are offering this program online via Zoom.
Class dates are: July 11, July 18, July 25, August 1 & August 8; all classes are held on Friday from 9:30am – 11:00am US Pacific Time.
Sliding Scale: Our sliding scale options for this program include financial support for our teachers. Please consider paying at the highest rate that you can afford: your generosity supports the teachers as well as Spirit Rock and your fellow practitioners who need to pay less.
Benefactor – $600
Sustainer – $300
Basic – $250
Scholarship Rate (BIPOC, M/K) – $75
All are welcome! No one will be turned away for lack of funds as space allows. For more information, please email Registration@spiritrock.org no later than 12:00pm (NOON) PT on the day prior to the program date.
*Recording Note: Registration includes unlimited access to this program’s recording. You must register by the deadline above. The recording will be available in ~10 days after the program.
About the Teacher

Dawn Mauricio
Dawn Mauricio (she/her), a Filipina-Canadian, has been practicing and studying Insight Meditation since 2005. She has graduated from the first teacher development group of True North Insight, and Spirit Rock's Mindfulness Yoga and Meditation Training, Dedicated Practitioners' Program, and 4-year Retreat Teacher Training. She teaches with a playful, dynamic, and heartfelt approach People of Color […]
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