SUMMER SCHOOL. Pali summer school (2–6 June 2025)
Pali summer school
Pāḷi & Aṭṭhakathā: Advanced Summer School in reading canonical Pali texts with their commentaries.
2–6 June 2025, Department of Religion and Theology, 36 Tyndalls Park Road, Bristol, BS8 1PL, UK
This five-day summer school will be led by:
Rupert Gethin (Professor Emeritus and President of the Pali Text Society): Sutta/Abhidhamma and commentary.
Petra Kieffer-Pülz (Secretary of the Pali Text Society): Vinaya and commentary.
Martin Straube (Senior Research Fellow, Pali Text Society): Vessantara Jātaka.
The school is intended for those with a prior knowledge of Pali or Sanskrit who wish to develop their skills in reading Pali canonical texts and their commentaries.
Daily Timetable:
- Morning sessions: 9:00 AM – 12:30 PM (with coffee break)
- Afternoon sessions: 2:00 PM – 5:30 PM (with coffee break)
Complimentary lunches and refreshments provided
Course materials included
Note: This is a non-accredited course with a maximum of 20 participants.
Important Information:
Registration Deadline: 30 April 2025
Webpage here:
Cost: Free of charge (participants must cover their own travel and accommodation expenses)
Please note the organisers are unable to assist with UK visa applications.
For further information contact Dr Rita Langer <rita.langer@bristol.ac.uk>
