The study of mind, both in its valid and distorted forms, helps develop our understanding of the way the mind knows phenomena. A number of important themes are introduced, including the relationship between subject and object, supramundane (yogic) knowing and the connection between thought and reality. Venerable George Churinoff’s teachings for the FPMT Basic Program at Land of Medicine Buddha are based on Yongdzin Purbuchok’s Explanation of the Presentation of Objects and Object-Possessors as well as Awarenesses and Knowers.

The suggested amount of time needed to complete this subject is three months.