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An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life
Geshe Kelsang Gyatso
EAN: 9780948006951
Format: Audio CD
Publisher:Tharpa Publications
Edition: 2nd Revised edition
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Presents all the central concepts of Buddhism, such as meditation and karma as tools for developing qualities such as inner peace, love, and patience. This book has practical advice showing how we can transform our lives and solve all our daily problems.
Beginning with the main events of Buddha's life story, Geshe Kelsang explains the central principles behind the Buddhist way of life and what it means to be a Buddhist. Meditation is explained clearly and simply, while topics such as karma and the path to enlightenment are presented in an accessible and inspiring way, as tools for developing qualities such as inner peace, love, and patience. Those developing an interest in Buddhism and meditation will find this an ideal guide..
| ISBN | 0948006951 | | DEWEY edition | DC21 | | ISBN13 | 9780948006951
(What's this?) | | Volumes | 4 Audio CDs | | Publisher | Tharpa Publications | | Weight (grammes) | 186 | | Imprint | Tharpa Publications | | Published in | Ulverston | | Format | Audio CD | | Previous ISBN | 9781899996155 | | Publication date | 01 Dec 2004 | | Height (mm) | 128 | | Non-book description | CMD | | Width (mm) | 144 | | Playing time (mins) | 287 | | Spine width (mm) | 23 | | DEWEY | 294.3 | | Academic level | General |
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PART ONE: Basic Buddhism; Who was Buddha?; Understanding the Mind; Past and Future Lives; What is Karma?; Our Precious Human Life; What is Meditation?; Death; The Buddhist Way of Life; PART TWO: The Path to Liberation; What is Liberation?; Developing Renunciation; The Three Higher Trainings; PART THREE: The Path to Enlightenment; Becoming a Bodhisattva; The Bodhisattva's Way of Life; Ultimate Truth; Enlightenment; Dedication; Appendix I - The Commitments of Going; for Refuge; Appendix II - Mahayana Sutra of the Three; Superior Heaps; Glossary; Study Programmes; Index; Further Reading
"A brilliantly clear and concise introduction to this vast subject, helpful to readers of all levels including those who have no previous knowledge. Very highly recommended." - Yoga & Health Magazine "This book succeeds admirably in presenting its subject with clarity and insight...a highly commendable and deeply felt work that I can recommend without hesitation." - Chalice "A perfect little journal of Buddhist education with material to challenge any student of Buddhist thought." - Shambhala Sun  Be the first to write a customer review
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