Old Classical Tibetan I – Self Study

Course Description

Classical Tibetan I covers the core principles of grammar using textbook materials and textual passages from classical Tibetan Buddhist literature. Grammar comprehension is central to this course, but you’ll also be introduced to the basic vocabulary of classical Tibetan philosophy and practice. This course serves as a springboard for students to begin delving into Tibetan texts on their own, and as a foundation for continuing with more advanced language instruction.

Key Concepts

If you work hard and take your studies seriously, by the end of the course, you will:

• Become familiar with the basics of classical Tibetan grammar, including the proper use of nouns, verbs, adjectives, adverbs, pronouns, and so forth, as well as the nominal and verbal use of particles and typical sentence syntax.
• Become familiar with basic classical Tibetan vocabulary.
• Be introduced to basic Buddhist philosophical and practice-based concepts.