Overview
Beginning with Buddha's life story, this concise guide explains the essential elements of the Buddhist way of life, such as understanding the mind, rebirth, karma and ultimate truth, and what it means to be a Buddhist. Meditation is explained clearly and simply as a tool for developing qualities such as inner peace, love and patience. The emphasis throughout is on the practical application of Buddhist ideas and practice to find solutions to everyday problems. Those interested in Buddhism and meditation will find this book a rich source of guidance and inspiration.
Full Product Details
Author: Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso ,
Michael Pemberton ,
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso ,
Michael Pemberton
Publisher: Tharpa Publications
Imprint: Tharpa Publications
Edition: Abridged edition
Dimensions:
Width: 13.00cm
, Height: 2.30cm
, Length: 15.20cm
Weight: 0.159kg
ISBN: 9780978906788
ISBN 10: 0978906780
Publication Date: 01 April 2011
Audience:
General/trade
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Format: Audio
Publisher's Status: Active
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Reviews
<p> " Introduction to Buddhism is a clear and comprehensive overview of Buddhist theory, practice, and lifestyle. Gyatso is a renowned master teacher of Buddhism." - Library Journal (refers to audiobook, previous edition) "A calming, informative look at Buddhism." - Publisher's Weekly (refers to audiobook, previous edition) "A perfect little journal of Buddhist education with material to challenge any student of Buddhist thought." - Shambala Sun (refers to paperback) "A brilliantly clear and concise introduction to this vast subject. Very highly recommended." - Yoga & Health Magazine (refers to paperback)
Introduction to Buddhism is a clear and comprehensive overview of Buddhist theory, practice, and lifestyle. Gyatso is a renowned master teacher of Buddhism. - Library Journal (refers to audiobook, previous edition) A calming, informative look at Buddhism. - Publisher's Weekly (refers to audiobook, previous edition) A perfect little journal of Buddhist education with material to challenge any student of Buddhist thought. - Shambala Sun (refers to paperback) A brilliantly clear and concise introduction to this vast subject. Very highly recommended. - Yoga & Health Magazine (refers to paperback)
Introduction to Buddhism is a clear and comprehensive overview of Buddhist theory, practice, and lifestyle. Gyatso is a renowned master teacher of Buddhism. - Library Journal (refers to audiobook, previous edition) A calming, informative look at Buddhism. - Publisher's Weekly (refers to audiobook, previous edition) A perfect little journal of Buddhist education with material to challenge any student of Buddhist thought. - Shambala Sun (refers to paperback) A brilliantly clear and concise introduction to this vast subject. Very highly recommended. - Yoga & Health Magazine (refers to paperback)
Author Information
Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is a fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism who has pioneered the introduction of modern Buddhism into contemporary society. He is the author of 22 highly acclaimed books that transmit perfectly the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to our modern world. He has also founded over 1200 Kadampa Buddhist Centers and groups throughout the world. In his teachings, Geshe Kelsang emphasizes the importance of meditation and how to apply it in daily life. He reveals practical methods for developing wisdom, cultivating a good heart and maintaining a peaceful mind through which we can all find true and lasting happiness. Demonstrating these qualities perfectly in his own life, Geshe Kelsang has dedicated his whole life to helping others find inner peace and happiness.
