Buddhism Books
Ebury Publishing The Miracle Of Mindfulness: The Classic Guide to
Book SynopsisIn this beautifully written book, Buddhist monk and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Thich Nhat Hanh explains how to acquire the skills of mindfulness. Once we have these skills, we can slow our lives down and discover how to live in the moment - even simple acts like washing the dishes or drinking a cup of tea may be transformed into acts of meditation.Thich Nhat Hanh's gentle anecdotes and practical exercises help us to arrive at greater self-understanding and peacefulness, whether we are beginners or advanced students. Irrespective of our particular religious beliefs, we can begin to reap the immense benefits that meditation has been scientifically proven to offer. We can all learn how to be mindful and experience the miracle of mindfulness for ourselves.Trade ReviewThich Nhat Hanh's ideas for peace, if applied, would build a monument to ecumenism, to world brotherhood, to humanity. -- Martin Luther King, Jr.The father of mindfulness * Irish Times *One of the best available introductions to the wisdom and beauty of meditation practice. * New Age Journal *He has immense presence and both personal and Buddhist authority. If there is a candidate for 'Living Buddha' on earth today, it is Thich Nhat Hanh. -- Roshi Richard Baker, author of Original Mind: The Practice of Zen in the West[Thich Nhat Hanh] shows us the connection between personal, inner peace and peace on earth * His Holiness the Dalai Lama *
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Pushkin Press Siddhartha
Book Synopsis'A subtle distillation of wisdom, stylistic grace and symmetry of form' Sunday Times 'It's hard to think of a more recent novel that has sung so eloquently the joys of being alone' Guardian An inspirational classic from Nobel Prize-winner Hermann Hesse, Siddhartha is a beautiful tale of self-discovery Dissatisfied with the ways of life he has experienced, Siddhartha, the handsome son of a Brahmin, leaves his family and his friend, Govinda, in search of a higher state of being. Having experienced the myriad forms of existence, from immense wealth and luxury to the pleasures of sensual and paternal love, Siddhartha finally settles down beside a river, where a humble ferryman teaches him his most valuable lesson yet. Hermann Hesse's short, elegant novel, echoing the life of the Buddha, has been cherished by readers for decades as an unforgettable spiritual primer. A tender and unforgettable moral allegory, it is an undeniable classic of modern literature. Part of the Pushkin Press Classics series: timeless storytelling by icons of literature, hand-picked from around the globe Translated by Hilda Rosner Hermann Hesse (1877-1963) is counted among the leading novelists and thinkers of the twentieth century. He was awarded the Nobel Prize in 1946 for a body of literature renowned for its humanist, philosophical and spiritual insight. His most famous works include Siddhartha, Journey to the East, Demian, Steppenwolf, and Narcissus and Goldmund.Trade Review'A subtle distillation of wisdom, stylistic grace and symmetry of form' - Sunday Times'A writer of genius' - The Times''[It's] hard to think of a more recent novel that has sung so eloquently of the joys of being alone... beguiling' - Guardian'Its simple prose and rebellious character echoed the yearnings of a generation that was seeking a way out of conformity, materialism and outward power.... Siddhartha emerged as a symbol; the symbol of those who seek the truth' - Paulo Coelho, author of The Alchemist'This novel is an eternally unfolding lotus: as fresh as the day I first read from its leaves' - LitHub
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Penguin Books Ltd When Things Dont Go Your Way
Book SynopsisFROM THE INTERNATIONALLY BESTSELLING AUTHOR OF THE THINGS YOU CAN SEE ONLY WHEN YOU SLOW DOWN - OVER 3 MILLION COPIES SOLD'Reading this is like receiving a warm hug' Vex King, author of Good Vibes, Good Life'A warm and reassuring path through the most challenging moments of our lives' Lori Gottlieb, author of Maybe You Should Talk To Someone***Modern life doesn't always go our way. Loss, rejection, uncertainty and loneliness are unavoidable parts of the human experience -- but there is solace to be found. In When Things Don't Go Your Way, Zen Buddhist teacher Haemin Sunim provides simple but powerful wisdom for navigating life's challenges. Through his trademark combination of beautiful illustrations, insightful stories, and contemplative aphorisms, Sunim helps us reframe our mindsets and develop emotional agility. When Things Don't Go Your Way is a soothing balm that helps us all find courage and comfort when we need it most. Haemin Sunim, Top 5 bestselling non-Christian religious author of all-time (UK), Nielsen, January 2025
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Penguin Books Ltd Buddhist Scriptures
Book SynopsisWhile Buddhism has no central text such as the Bible or the Koran, there is a powerful body of scripture from across Asia that encompasses the dharma, or the teachings of Buddha. This rich anthology brings together works from a broad historical and geographical range, and from languages such as Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan, Chinese and Japanese. There are tales of the Buddha''s past lives, a discussion of the qualities and qualifications of a monk, and an exploration of the many meanings of Enlightenment. Together they provide a vivid picture of the Buddha and of the vast nature of the Buddhist tradition.Table of ContentsBuddhist ScripturesAcknowledgments Technical Note Introduction: Digesting the Dharma Further ReadingThe Buddhist Universe 1. The Realms of Rebirth 2. A Call to Practise 3. Karma Tales 4. A Lesson from a Ghost 5. A Scripture that Protects Kings 6. One Buddha per Universe 7. Two Buddhas Seated Side by Side 8. Rebirth in the Land of Bliss 9. Avoiding Hell, Gaining Heaven 10. A Chinese Pilgrim in India 11. A Sacred Peak 12. Maitreya Describes the FutureThe Buddha 13. The Three Jewels 14. The Noble Search 15. A Life of the Buddha 16. Maya, Mother of the Buddha 17. Why the Buddha Had Good Digestion 18. A King Gives Away His Head 19. Rupyavati Gives Away Her Breasts 20. How the Buddha Became a Bodhisattva 21. Proving the Buddha 22. Enshrining a Relic 23. The Consecration of a Buddha Image 24. A Hymn to the BuddhaMonastic Life 25. The Evolution of Ordination 26. Making Men into Monks 27. A Murderer Becomes a Monk 28. The Ascetic Ideal 29. Monks in the Mahayana 30. Making New Monastic Rules 31. Lives of Eminent Monks and Nuns 32. The Nine Patriarchs of the East 33. Taking the Vinaya Across the Sea 34. Zen for National Defence 35. How a Monk Freed his Mother from Hell 36. Living in the Degenerate AgeMeditation and Other Rituals 37. The Direct Path to Enlightenment 38. Wisdom and Compassion 39. Serenity and Discernment 40. On the Relation of Study and Meditation 41. Both Sudden and Gradual Enlightenment 42. Reciting the Name of the Buddha 43. The Bodhisattva Vow 44. Freeing Birds and Fish from Bondage 45. Against Animal Sacrifice 46. Feeding Hungry Ghosts 47. A Sutra for Long Life 48. Transforming Death into BuddhahoodEnlightenment 49. A Lay Minister of Meditation 50. Nuns Triumph Over Evil 51. The Perfection of Wisdom 52. In Praise of Reality 53. Songs of the Siddhas 54. The Ultimate Couple 55. Buddhahood in this Lifetime 56. The Practice of No Thought 57. Finding Enlightenment in the Final Age 58. The Gift of Faith 59. A Zen Master Interprets the Dharma 60. Dedication of MeritGlossary
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Ebury Publishing How To Love
Book SynopsisHow to Love is part of a charming series of books from Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh, exploring the essential foundations of mindful meditation and practise. How to Love shows that when we feel closer to our loved ones, we are also more connected to the world as a whole. Nhat Hanh brings his signature clarity, compassion and humour to the thorny question of how to love and distils one of our strongest emotions down to four essentials: you can only love another when you feel true love for yourself; love is understanding; understanding brings compassion; and deep listening and loving speech are key ways of showing our love.
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Ebury Publishing How to Eat
Book SynopsisHow to Eat is part of a charming series of books from Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh, exploring the essential foundations of mindful meditation and practise. How to Eat explains what it means to eat as a meditative practice and that the results of mindful eating are both global and personal. Eating a meal can help develop compassion and understanding, reminding practitioners that there are things they can do to help nourish people who are hungry and lonely. It can however also encourages moderation and will aid readers to achieve an optimum health and body weight.
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Ebury Publishing The Heart Of Buddhas Teaching
Book SynopsisThich Nhat Hanh is a Vietnamese Buddhist Zen Master, poet, scholar and peace activist. During the war in Vietnam, he worked tirelessly for reconciliation between North and South Vietnam and his courageous efforts moved Martin Luther King to nominate him for the Nobel Peace Prize in 1967. During the war, he founded the Van Hanh Buddhist University in Saigon and the School of Youth for Social Service. Forced into exile because of his efforts to negotiate peace in Vietnam, he continued his activism, rescuing boat people and helping to resettle Vietnamese refugees abroad. Today he lives in Plum Village, his meditation centre in France, and travels widely, leading retreats on the art of mindful living.
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Ebury Publishing Radical Compassion: Learning to Love Yourself and
Book Synopsis'A powerful book that will free you from shame, fear, and negative self-beliefs. You will feel wiser, happier, and kinder after reading it' Haemin Sunim World-renowned meditation teacher Tara Brach shares a simple four-step practice to awaken compassion and release the grip of painful emotions:RecognizeAllowInvestigate NurtureHeartfelt and deeply practical, Radical Compassion teaches us to find healing and freedom through the sources of love, courage and deep wisdom alive within us all. 'Radical Compassion lays out a path of straightforward, accessible practices grounded in both modern brain science and ancient wisdom ... a masterpiece' Rick Hanson'This book is a treasure from one of the most spiritual teachers of our time' Kristin NeffTrade ReviewTara Brach’s four-step RAIN meditation can be an integral part of anyone’s mindfulness practice. RAIN helps us uncover the states of love, self-care, forgiveness, compassion, and tenderness we each are capable of. It is a useful and elegant system, and Radical Compassion is a beautifully written book. -- Sharon Salzberg, New York Times bestselling author of Real Happiness and LovingkindnessRadical Compassion lays out a path of straightforward, accessible practices grounded in both modern brain science and ancient wisdom—with the soul and depth you’d expect from a world-class meditation teacher and psychologist. A masterpiece. -- Rick Hanson, PhD, author of Resilient and Hardwiring HappinessA powerful book that will free you from shame, fear, and negative self-beliefs. You will feel wiser, happier, and kinder after reading it. -- Haemin Sunim, author of Love for Imperfect Things and The Things You Can See Only When You Slow DownTara Brach has an uncanny ability to home in precisely on what we need in the moment, so we can meet that need from within. She teaches a simple but life-changing practice to bring presence and compassion to any moment of shame or longing or struggle, transforming our pain into love. This book is a treasure from one of the most important spiritual teachers of our time. -- Kristin Neff, PhD, author of Self-Compassion: The Proven Power of Being Kind to YourselfIn this magnificent synthesis of her important teachings in cultivating compassion in our everyday lives, Tara Brach offers us a life-changing tool to open our awareness with love and healing. This important book is as practical as it is profound, a deep and lasting gift for us all. -- Daniel J. Siegel, MD, New York Times bestselling author of Aware: The Science and Practice of Presence and Mind: A Journey to the Heart of Being Human
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Tharpa Publications Mahamudra Tantra
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Tharpa Publications The New Meditation Handbook: Meditations to Make
Book SynopsisA practical and inspiring guide to Buddhist meditation: 1. How to discover the inner peace of meditation; 2. How to apply meditation in daily life; 3. How we can make our life happy and meaningful. This practical guide teaches how to make ourself and others happy by developing inner peace - and in this way how to make our lives more meaningful. Without inner peace there is no real happiness. Problems, suffering and unhappiness do not exist outside the mind; they are feelings and thus part of our mind. Therefore, it is only by controlling our mind that we can permanently stop our problems and make ourself and others truly happy. The 21 Buddhist meditation practices presented in this book are actual methods to control our mind so as to experience lasting inner peace. This is an indispensable handbook for those seeking happiness and meaning in their lives.Trade ReviewIlluminates the enormous potential for peace and happiness within us all. - Kathleen Dowling Singh, PhD, psychologist/author; A profound illumination of our human experience and our potential for deep inner freedom. - Arturo Sanchez, Professor, Columbia University; This insightful book offers peace of mind in these troubled times. I highly recommend it to anyone seeking happiness or greater meaning in their lives. - Thomas Mitchell, Professor/author, Indiana University; One can instantly sense the value of this book. It is designed as a straightforward handbook for those wishing to use the tool of meditation. The book shines. - The New Humanity; An excellent introductory guide to meditation and manual for those who wish to start practising. - World Religions in Education; The author both delights in and has a profound insight into the dynamics of these meditation techniques.- Tibetan ReviewTable of ContentsPreface PART ONE: Foundation Introduction What is Meditation? The Benefits of Meditation How to Begin Meditation Background Knowledge Required for Meditation How to Meditate PART TWO: The Twenty-one Meditations the initial scope 1. Our Precious Human Life 2. Death and Impermanence 3. The Dangers of Lower Rebirth 4. Refuge Practice 5. Actions and Their Effects the intermediate scope 6. Developing Renunciation for Samsara the great scope 7. Developing Equanimity 8. Recognizing that all Living Beings are our Mothers 9. Remembering the Kindness of Living Beings 10. Equalizing Self and Others 11. The Disadvantages of Self-cherishing 12. The Advantages of Cherishing Others 13. Exchanging Self with Others 14. Great Compassion 15. Taking 16. Wishing Love 17. Giving 18. Bodhichitta 19. Tranquil Abiding 20. Superior Seeing 21. Relying Upon a Spiritual Guide Conclusion Appendix I : Liberating Prayer and Prayers for Meditation Appendix II: A Commentary to The PreparatoryPractices Appendix III: A Special Breathing Meditation Appendix IV: A Suggested Retreat Schedule Appendix V: The Commitments of Going for Refuge Appendix VI: A Traditional Meditation on Emptiness Appendix VII: The Kadampa Way of Life Glossary Bibliography Study Programmes of Kadampa Buddhism Tharpa Offices Worldwide
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Batchelor S Buddhism without Beliefs
Book SynopsisDemystifies Buddhism by explaining, without jargon or obscure terminology, what awakening is and how to practise it.
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Tharpa Publications Introduction to Buddhism An Explanation of the
Book SynopsisA clear and inspiring explanation of key Buddhist principles.Trade Review'A perfect little journal of Buddhist education with material to challenge any student of Buddhist thought.' - Shambala Sun; '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.' - ChaliceTable of ContentsPart 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
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Ebury Publishing The Daily Buddhist
Book SynopsisPema Sherpa (Author) Pema Sherpa is a keynote speaker, meditation teacher and Buddhist scholar. Born and raised in Nepal, she was introduced to Tibetan Buddhism at a young age and has practised for decades under the guidance of revered masters. After moving to the US, she studied psychology and earned a master's degree in Buddhist philosophy at Harvard Divinity School. She co-founded Brema Solutions with her husband Brendan Barca where she teaches mindfulness, meditation and Buddhist principles to employees at corporations worldwide. Together, Pema and Brendan also run the popular newsletter, The Daily Buddhist. Pema lives with her husband and daughter Samaya in Brooklyn, NY.Brendan Barca (Author) Brendan Barca is a keynote speaker, entrepreneur and Buddhist practitioner. He discovered Buddhism in his twenties, initially turning to meditation to cope with stress and burnout. Since then, he has practised Tibetan Buddhism for years, travelling to Nepal to learn from revered masters. He co-founded Brema Solutions with his wife, Pema Sherpa, to bring these invaluable principles to corporations worldwide. Together, Pema and Brendan also run the popular newsletter, The Daily Buddhist. Brendan lives with his wife and daughter Samaya in Brooklyn, NY.
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teNeues Publishing UK Ltd Sacred Spaces: The Holy Sites of Buddhism
Book SynopsisA bright white temple as if carved from ice. Statues in candlelit caves. Massive red monastery walls in the midst of majestic mountains. In this beautiful book of travel photography, Christoph Mohr presents the most sacred places of Buddhism. Across Myanmar, Thailand, Vietnam, China, Tibet, Ladakh, Zanskar, and other Asian regions, Mohr shows Buddhist temples, monasteries, sacred mountains, and illuminates the life of the historical Buddha. The images are accompanied by texts from Oliver Fülling, sharing the basics of Buddhism and everyday Buddhist practice and rituals.Trade Review“Sacred Spaces – The Holy Sites of Buddhism, a new book by Christoph Mohr and Oliver Fulling, beautifully captures hallowed sites across Asia.” - Wanderlust
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Oxford University Press Buddhism
Book SynopsisBuddhism: A Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the workings of Buddhism in daily life. Damien Keown looks at the distinctive features of Buddhism, examining who the Buddha was and what his teachings were. By considering how Buddhist thought has developed over the centuries, Keown considers how contemporary dilemmas can be faced from a Buddhist perspective. In this new edition Keown provides new perspectives on Buddhist thought, including up-to-date material about the evolution of Buddhism throughout Asia, the material culture of Buddhism and its importance, new teachings on the ethics of war and peace, and changes to ethnicity, class, and gender. ABOUT THE SERIES: The Very Short Introductions series from Oxford University Press contains hundreds of titles in almost every subject area. These pocket-sized books are the perfect way to get ahead in a new subject quickly. Our expert authors combine facts, analysis, perspective, new ideas, and enthusiasm to make interesting and challenging topics highly readable.Trade ReviewKeown's skill in explaining complex ideas and the book's clarity of structure and style ensure that it will retain the respect of scholars and students. In short, the book is a very worthwhile read. * Naomi Appleton, The Expository Times *Table of ContentsList of illustrations ; List of maps ; Acknowledgements ; Note on citations and pronunciation ; 1. Buddhism and elephants ; 2. The Buddha ; 3. Karma and rebirth ; 4. The Four Noble Truths ; 5. The Mahayana ; 6. The spread of Buddhism in Asia ; 7. Meditation ; 8. Ethics ; 9. Buddhism in the West ; Timeline ; Further Reading ; Index
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Tharpa Publications Joyful Path of Good Fortune: The Complete
Book SynopsisA clear and comprehensive explanation of the entire path to enlightenment. We all have the potential for self-transformation, and a limitless capacity for the growth of good qualities, but to fulfil this potential we need to know what to do along every stage of our spiritual journey. With this book, Geshe Kelsang offers us step-by-step guidance on the meditation practices that will lead us to lasting inner peace and happiness. With extraordinary clarity, he presents all Buddha's teachings in the order in which they are to be practised, enriching his explanation with stories and illuminating analogies. This is a perfect guidebook to the Buddhist path.Trade Review'Geshe Kelsang Gyatso both delights in and has a profound insight into the entire range of the teachings of Buddha. Difficult technical points are rendered into pleasantly readable prose, and the text as a whole is both absorbing and illuminating.' - Tibetan Review; 'This book is invaluable.' - World ReligionsTable of ContentsIllustrations; Acknowledgements; Preface; PART ONE - FOUNDATIONS AND THE INITIAL SCOPE: The Stages of the Path; The Qualities of the Author; The Qualities of the Teaching; Listening to and Teaching Dharma; Preparing for Meditation; What is Meditation?; Relying upon a Spiritual Guide; Our Precious Human Life; Meditation on Death; The Sufferings of the Lower Realms; Going for Refuge; Karma; PART TWO - THE INTERMEDIATE SCOPE: Developing the Wish to Attain Liberation; The Four Noble Truths; Meditation on True Sufferings; Delusions and Actions, Death and Rebirth; The Twelve Dependent-related Links; The Wheel of Life; The Path to Liberation; PART THREE - THE GREAT SCOPE: Entering the Mahayana; Developing Bodhichitta; Engaging in a Bodhisattva's Actions; Training the Mind in Tranquil Abiding; Training the Mind in Superior Seeing; Progressing through the Spiritual Grounds and Paths; The Vajrayana Paths; Full Enlightenment; Dedication; Appendix I - The Condensed Meaning of the Text; Appendix II - Sadhanas: 'Liberating Prayer', 'Essence of Good Fortune', 'Prayers for Meditation; Glossary; Bibliography; Study Programmes of Kadampa Tradition; Tharpa Offices Worldwide; Index
£21.80
Ebury Publishing How to Focus
Book SynopsisThe new book in the popular 'How to' series from the father of mindfulness, Thich Nhat Hanh. 'The monk who taught the world mindfulness' Time In this enlightening series world-renowned spiritual leader Thich Nhat Hanh shares the essential foundations of mindful practice and meditation.
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Tharpa Publications The New Guide to Dakini Land: The Highest Yoga
Book SynopsisVajrayogini is a female enlightened Deity of Highest Yoga Tantra who is the manifestation of the wisdom of all Buddhas. By engaging in the Tantric practice of Vajrayogini under the guidance of a qualified Spiritual Guide, sincere practitioners can completely purify their body, speech and mind and attain a state of full enlightenment, the ultimate goal of human life. This comprehensive guide provides a detailed and practical explanation of the two stages of Vajrayogini practice - generation stage and completion stage - and shows how we can integrate these practices into our daily life, thereby transforming every moment of our life into the path to enlightenment. It is a unique guide to becoming a Tantric enlightened being in the modern world.Trade Review'Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is a highly respected meditation master and scholar of the Mahayana Buddhist tradition.' -Spirituality & Health 'Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is a highly respected meditation master and scholar of the Mahayana Buddhist tradition.' -Spirituality and Health '...a joy to read ... by making this book available, Geshe Kelsang has truly brought a blessing into our lives.' - Tibet JournalTable of ContentsIllustrations Introduction Preliminary Explanation The Yogas of Sleeping, Rising, and Experiencing Nectar The Yoga of Immeasurables The Yoga of the Guru The Yoga of Self-generation and the Yoga of Purifying Migrators The Yoga of being Blessed by Heroes and Heroines The Actual Generation Stage Meditation The Yoga of Verbal and Mental Recitation The Yoga of Inconceivability and the Yoga of Daily Actions How to Attain Outer Dakini Land through Practice of Generation Stage Completion Stage Dedication Appendix I - The Condensed Meaning of the Commentary Appendix II - Sadhanas Liberating Prayer The Blissful Path Dakini Yoga Condensed Six-session Yoga Vows and Commitments Quick Path to Great Bliss vi The Uncommon Yoga of Inconceivability Feast of Great Bliss Vajrayogini Retreat Preliminaries Preliminary Jewel Vajrayogini Burning Offering Vajradaka Burning Offering Samayavajra Sadhana The Root Tantra of Heruka and Vajrayogini Appendix III - Diagrams and Illustrations Hand Gestures Seed-letters and Ritual Objects Glossary Bibliography Study Programmes of Kadampa Buddhism Tharpa Offices Worldwide Index
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc The Art of Power
Book SynopsisReveals how true power comes from within. This book illustrates how the understanding of power leads us on a search for external markers like job title or salary. It challenges our assumptions and teaches us how to access the true power that is within our grasp.Trade Review"The Art of Power is a bold and visionary work that reframes power, ambition, success, happiness, love, and peace." -- Spirituality & Practice "Among Buddhist leaders influential in the West, Thich Nhat Hanh ranks second only to the Dalai Lama." -- New York Times
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Transworld Publishers Ltd The Joy of Living
Book SynopsisYongey Mingyur Rinpoche is a highly respected scholar and teacher and is best known for his ability to address our human weaknesses with deeply personal understanding and compassion. He travels widely and is currently helping to build the Tergar Institute in Bodhgaya, India - a sacred pilgrimage site and teaching centre.Trade ReviewI heartily recommend this to anyone interested in the healing arts, consciousness studies, and genuine contemplative practice today -- Lama Surya Das, author of Awakening the Buddha WithinThere is real wisdom here. Fresh and clear. Rinpoche has offered us what may well be an essential link between the Buddha and contemporary neuroscience and physics... His voice is generous, intimate and refreshingly personal... Read this book -- Richard Gere, Actor
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Ebury Publishing The Little Book Of Buddhism
Book SynopsisDiscover Buddhism with the world's most revered spiritual leaderThis jewel of a book offers the core teachings on Buddhism applicable in daily life from His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This is a classic timeless collection of advice and teachings about the importance of love and compassion, individual responsibility and awareness of the problems in everyday life. Whoever you are, whatever your beliefs, the Dalai Lama’s words have the power to calm and inspire.Trade ReviewA symbol of serenity, a spiritual leader second only to the Pope * Independent *The Dalai Lama is the most influential person in the world * Time magazine *He draws crowds that no other spiritual leader or politician could hope to match...he seems to look at life in a different way to everyone else * The Times *
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Ebury Publishing How to Relax
Book SynopsisHow to Relax is part of a new series of books from Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh, exploring the essential foundations of mindful meditation and practise. This book guides us in achieving deep relaxation, controlling stress, and renewing mental clarity. With sections on healing, relief from non-stop thinking, transforming unpleasant sounds, solitude, and more, How to Relax will help you achieve the benefits of relaxation no matter where you are.
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Ebury Publishing The Miracle Of Mindfulness: The Classic Guide to
Book Synopsis'The monk who taught the world mindfulness' TimeThis is the definitive book on mindfulness from the beloved Zen master and Nobel Peace Prize nominee Thich Nhat Hanh. With his signature clarity and warmth, he shares practical exercises and anecdotes to help us arrive at greater self-understanding and peacefulness, whether we are beginners or advanced students. Beautifully written, The Miracle of Mindfulness is the essential guide to welcoming presence in your life and truly living in the moment from the father of mindfulness.'One of the most influential spiritual leaders of our times' Oprah Trade ReviewThich Nhat Hanh's ideas for peace, if applied, would build a monument to ecumenism, to world brotherhood, to humanity. -- Martin Luther King, Jr.The father of mindfulness * Irish Times *One of the best available introductions to the wisdom and beauty of meditation practice. * New Age Journal *He has immense presence and both personal and Buddhist authority. If there is a candidate for 'Living Buddha' on earth today, it is Thich Nhat Hanh. -- Roshi Richard Baker, author of Original Mind: The Practice of Zen in the WestOne of the most influential spiritual leaders of our time -- Oprah Winfrey
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HarperCollins Publishers Start Where You Are
Book SynopsisStart Where You Are is an indispensable handbook for cultivating fearlessness and awakening a compassionate heart, from bestselling author Pema Chödrön. With insight and humour, she presents down-to-earth guidance on how to make friends with ourselves and develop genuine compassion towards others.This book shows how we can ''start where we are'' by embracing rather than denying the painful aspects of our lives.Pema Chödrön frames her teachings on compassion around fifty-nine traditional Tibetan Buddhist maxims, or slogans, such as: Always apply a joyful state of mind', Always meditate on whatever provokes resentment' and Be grateful to everyone'.Working with these slogans and through the practice of meditation, Start Where You Are shows how we can all develop the courage to work with our own inner pain and discover joy, well-being and confidence.Trade Review‘‘Pema’s deep experience and her fresh way of looking at things are like mountain water – clear and deep.’ Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart and After the Ecstasy, the Laundry. ‘As one of Pema Chödrön’s grateful students, I have been learning the most pressing and necessary lesson of all: how to keep opening wider my own heart.’ Alice Walker ‘It is a lively and accessible take on ancient techniques for transforming terror and pain into joy and compassion.’ O, the Oprah Winfrey magazine
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Tharpa Publications Heart Jewel The Essential Practices of Kadampa
Book SynopsisAn explanation of how to overcome obstacles and difficulties on the spiritual path by developing compassion, wisdom and spiritual strength.Table of ContentsIllustrations; Acknowledgements; Preface; PART ONE - THE GURU YOGA OF JE TSONGKHAPA: Introduction; Accumulating Merit; Receiving Attainments; The 'Migtsema' Prayer; Close Retreat; PART TWO - RELYING UPON THE DHARMA PROTECTOR: Introduction to the Dharma Protector; Previous Incarnations of the Dharma Protector; The Nature and Function of the Dharma Protector; The Way to Rely upon the Dharma Protector; Dedication; Appendix I - The Condensed Meaning of the Commentary; Appendix II - The Dharma Protector's Mandala; Appendix III - Sadhanas: 'Liberating Prayer', 'Heart Jewel', 'King of the Dharma', 'Wishfulfilling Jewel', 'Vajradaka Burning Offering'; Glossary; Bibliography; Study Programmes of Kadampa Buddhism; Tharpa Offices Worldwide; Index
£12.25
Shambhala Publications Inc The Way of the Bodhisattva: Revised Edition
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Shambhala Publications Inc The Pocket Thich Nhat Hanh
Book SynopsisA treasury of writings and teachings from the beloved Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh.Since Thich Nhat Hanh’s exile from his native Vietnam in 1966, this Zen Buddhist monk has gone on to become one of the most influential and beloved spiritual masters of our age. The seeming simplicity of his words belies the power of this teaching to touch the heart and mind and to inspire spiritual practice. These selections, taken from his many published works, together make up a concise introduction to all his major themes and distill his teachings on the transformation of individuals, relationships, and society.This book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series.The Shambhala Pocket Library is a collection of short, portable teachings from notable figures across religious traditions and classic texts. The covers in this series are rendered by Colorado artist Robert Spellman. The books in this collection distill the wisdom and heart of the work Shambhala Publications has published over 50 years into a compact format that is collectible, reader-friendly, and applicable to everyday life.
£9.49
Anness Publishing Buddhism
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Bloomsbury Publishing PLC Understanding Buddhism
Book SynopsisBuddhism is often the religion that teachers have the least confidence in teaching despite being the sixth largest religion in the UK and being commonly regarded as one of the six major religions to be taught in schools throughout the country. This book explores the beliefs and practices of Buddhism as a lived religion in the UK. This book engages with Buddhist beliefs and practices and provides students and teachers with the confidence to address misconceptions and recognise the importance of beliefs in the lives of believers, in a way that will enable readers to go forward with confidence. Aspects of Buddhism explored include the concepts that form the central beliefs of Buddhism, and then the expression of these beliefs in worship, daily life, and the ethics of Buddhists in the modern day. Each chapter includes authentic voices of believers today and provides opportunities for the reader to consider the concepts and how they can be respected and taught and in the classroom.The book Trade ReviewThis book is an extremely helpful guide in presenting Buddhism in the classroom, as well as to a general audience, for a better understanding of how Buddhism offers answers to life’s big questions, and how Buddhism in its manifold forms continues to influence the lives of many all over the world today. -- Ruben L.F. Habito, Professor of World Religions and Spirituality, Perkins School of Theology, Southern Methodist University, USATable of ContentsList of Figures List of Tables Series Editor’s Foreword Acknowledgements Notes on Text Introduction Part I: Key Concepts in Buddhism 1. The Nature of Existence and the Problem of Suffering 2. The Nature of Humanity 3. The Buddha 4. The Middle Way and the Threefold Path 5. The Bodhisattva and Arahant Ideals 6. The Dhamma/Dharma and the Sangha 7. Expressions of Belief Part II: Contemporary Issues 8. The Ethical Dimension 9. Authority and Diversity in the Buddhist World 10. Buddhism and Contemporary Britain References Glossary
£20.89
Ebury Publishing How To Walk
Book SynopsisHow to Walk is part of a new series of books from Zen Master, Thich Nhat Hanh, exploring the essential foundations of mindful meditation and practise. Pocket-sized and beautifully illustrated, How to Walk explains how mindful walking can be a technique for diminishing depression, recapturing wonder, and expressing gratitude. Here we explore the benefits of walking meditation, along with meditative poems to recite silently while walking. This is a unique book perfect for those brand new to mindfulness as well as those looking to deepen their spiritual practise.
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Windhorse Publications Dipa Ma: The Life and Legacy of a Buddhist Master
Book SynopsisThis biography of one of the few women in her generation to devote herself entirely to the pursuit of meditation also includes Dipa Ma's spiritual teachings, which have made her a major figure in contemporary Buddhism.
£9.49
Tharpa Publications Great Treasury of Merit: How to Rely upon a
Book SynopsisThis book Great Treasury of Merit, is an extensive commentary to the profound traditional Guru yoga practice, Offering to the Spiritual Guide, the gateway through which we can accumulate the merit, or good fortune, necessary for successful Tantric practice.
£12.56
Tharpa Publications The New Eight Steps to Happiness: The Buddhist
Book SynopsisA detailed and practical explanation of one of Buddhism's best-loved teachings, Eight Verses of Training the Mind, by the great Tibetan Bodhisattva, Langri Tangpa. Clear methods are simply presented for transforming all life's difficulties into valuable spiritual insights, for improving our relationships, and for bringing greater patience, empathy and compassion into our daily life. These methods have inspired generations of Buddhist practitioners for almost a thousand years, and brought lasting peace, inspiration and serenity to countless people. Now, with this book, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso shares the immeasurably rich insight of this ancient wisdom to help us find greater happiness and meaning in our busy, modern lives. With this revised presentation, The New Eight Steps to Happiness, Geshe Kelsang re-introduces us to the essential practices of Training the Mind. He not only challenges our entire understanding of the world, but also challenges us to transform ourself into the greatest being we can possibly become!Table of ContentsIllustrations pvii; Acknowledgements pviii; Introduction p1; Bodhisattva Langri Tangpa p13; The Pre-eminent Qualities of these Instructions p21; The Preliminary Practices p29; Learning to Cherish Others p49; Enhancing Cherishing Love p63; Exchanging Self with Others p89; Great Compassion p121; Wishing Love p135; Accepting Defeat and Offering the Victory p149; Taking and Giving p159; The Precious Mind of Bodhichitta p181; Training in Ultimate Bodhichitta p201; How to Integrate the Practice of these Instructions p251; Dedication p259; Appendix I - The Root Text: Eight Verses of Training the Mind p260; Appendix II - The Condensed Meaning of the Commentary p263; Appendix III - Sadhanas Liberating Prayer p270; Essence of Good Fortune p272; Prayers for Meditation p285; Appendix IV - The Kadampa Way of Life p293; Glossary p303; Bibliography p317; Study Programmes of Kadampa Buddhism p322; Tharpa Offices Worldwide p327; Index p329;
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Tharpa Publications Universal Compassion: Inspiring Solutions for Difficult Times
The heart of Buddha's teachings is unconditional love and compassion. In this inspiring explanation of the popular Buddhist poem Training the Mind in Seven Points, Geshe Kelsang Gyatso reveals powerful and far-reaching methods for us to develop these altruistic states. Ancient meditative techniques that have been tried and tested for centuries are brought alive and made relevant to our everyday experiences. Also included is a practical explanation of how we can transform our day-to-day problems--even the most demanding and difficult conditions--into opportunities for personal and spiritual development. By pointing the way to an unchanging freedom and happiness, this immensely readable book challenges us to grow, and will have a remarkable impact on our life.
£14.36
Ebury Publishing Breathe You Are Alive Sutra on the Full Awareness
Book SynopsisBreathing brings the secret joy of meditation to you. You become joyful, fresh and tolerant and everyone around you will benefit.'The Sutra on the Full Awareness of Breathing is one of the three most essentialteachings of the Buddha. In Breathe! You Are Alive, scholar, poet and Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh unfolds this core teaching, showing how to apply it to everyday life. He explains the methods of conscious breathing that are presented in the sutra and offers exercises for practising those methods today. Moreover, his engaging commentary shows the profound nourishment that can be available to us when we slow down and get in touch with our breathing. Breathe! You AreAlive shows how we all begin to take in peace and happiness with each and every breath.Trade Review'Breathing brings the secret joy of meditation to you. You become joyful, fresh and tolerant and everyone around you will benefit.' The Sutra on the Full Awareness of Breathing is one of the three most essential teachings of the Buddha. In Breathe! You Are Alive, scholar, poet and Zen master Thich Nhat Hanh unfolds this core teaching, showing how to apply it to everyday life. He explains the methods of conscious breathing that are presented in the sutra and offers exercises for practicing those methods today. Moreover, his engaging commentary shows the profound nourishment that can be available to us when we slow down and get in touch with our breathing. Breathe! You Are Alive shows how we all begin to take in peace and happiness with each and every breath.
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Penguin Books Ltd The Dhammapada Penguin Classics
Book SynopsisOne of the best-known and best-loved works of Buddhist literature, the Dhammapada forms part of the oldest surviving body of Buddhist writings, and is traditionally regarded as the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself, spoken by him in his lifetime, and memorized and handed on by his followers after his death. A collection of simple verses gathered in themes such as 'awareness', 'fools' and 'old age', the Dhammapada is accessible, instructional and mind-clearing, with lessons in each verse to give ethical advice and to remind the listener of the transience of life.For more than seventy years, Penguin has been the leading publisher of classic literature in the English-speaking world. With more than 1,700 titles, Penguin Classics represents a global bookshelf of the best works throughout history and across genres and disciplines. Readers trust the series to provide authoritative texts enhanced by introductions and notes by distinguished scholars and contempo
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Windhorse Publications (UK) Reimagining Buddhism
Book SynopsisReimagining Buddhism explores Sangharakshita's pivotal role in modern Buddhism, from founding the Triratna Buddhist Community to his innovative yet controversial approach of drawing from the entire tradition. The book details his life, teachings, and the impact of his ideas, offering both an introduction and in-depth analysis of his legacy.
£14.24
Parallax Press No Mud, No Lotus: The Art of Transforming
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Hachette Australia Opening the Door of Your Heart
Book SynopsisThe whole world has fallen in love with this international bestseller - hundreds of thousands of copies have been sold across 25 countries. Now it's Australia's turn to rediscover this jewel of a book on mindfulness.Trade ReviewMore than statistics and theories, we really trust anecdotes and narratives. Our brains and beings are wired to learn deeply and easily via stories, and this splendid collection of 108 Buddhist-based tales proves the point with lasting, gentle, pervasive teachings ... In the dozen compelling and practical sections on topics like perfection, love, commitment, fear, pain, anger, forgiveness, happiness, freedom and humility, he weaves a long, rich tapestry of understanding using short threads of stories only a couple of pages long. Many tales lead one to the other, but each also stands alone. Resurrecting several 'chestnuts' as well as crafting new stories, Brahm avoids the pitfall of esoteric, inscrutable renderings sometimes found in Buddhist writing. Instead, without compromising integrity, he favours modern cadences and references (e.g., iPods and the World Wildlife Fund) to make the stories sail along ... this is a wonderful collection that can be enjoyed by a broad audience. - Publishers Weekly Ajahn Brahm is the Seinfeld of Buddhism. - Sumi Loundon, editor of Blue Jean Buddha: Voices of Young Buddhists and The Buddha's Apprentices
£10.99
Windhorse Publications There's More to Dying Than Death: A Buddhist
Book SynopsisDrawing from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition of approaching and preparing for death, this work offers descriptions of the attitudes, the practices and the considerations that surround death, caring for those dying and also care-givers. It is aimed at those seeking a positive yet realistic coming to terms with death.
£9.49
Tharpa Publications New Heart of Wisdom Profound Teachings from
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Windhorse Publications Buddhist Meditation: Tranquility, Imagination and
Book SynopsisFirst published in 1991, this book has become established as a comprehensive guide to the theory and methods of Buddhist meditation, providing a complete introduction for beginners as well as detailed advice for experienced meditators seeking to deepen their practice. With this third edition Kamalashila has included new sections on the importance of the imagination, on Just Sitting, and on refection on the Buddha. There is also new material on sadhana--including less formal, more experimental ways to connect with the living reality of the awakened mind--on mindfulness, and on the balance required between active and receptive approaches in meditation. Writing in an informal, accessible style, Kamalashila draws particular inspiration from the great Theravadin commentator Buddhaghosa, from Zhiyi--the preeminent master of the Chinese Tien-t'ai School--and above all from the Buddha. The result is a practical handbook, complete with trouble-shooting guides to the places your practice might take you. It is also an exploration of the ultimate aim of Buddhist meditation: heightened awareness, true happiness and--ultimately--liberating insight into the nature of reality. Kamalashila has been teaching meditation since 1976. He has developed approaches to meditation practice that are accessible to people in the contemporary world while being firmly grounded in the Buddhist tradition.
£16.14
Shambhala The Inner Beloved
£18.40
Wisdom Publications,U.S. Eight Mindful Steps to Happiness
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Shambhala Publications Inc The Guru Drinks Bourbon?
Book SynopsisAn enlightening, accessible, and highly entertaining guide to the guru-disciple relationship, the heart of Tibetan Buddhism The humility and compassionate activity of the Dalai Lama is something many people can connect with, but how can one understand the stories about some other Buddhist teachers’ unorthodox behavior? The centrality of and reliance on a guru is one of most misunderstood elements of Tibetan Buddhism—and one that is most often veiled in mystery. Because the guru can and will use whatever means it takes to wake us up, this relationship may require us to drop our most deeply held beliefs and expectations. Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse addresses some of the most misunderstood aspects of this powerful relationship and gives practical advice on making the most of this precious opportunity for transformation. Through stories and classical examples, he shows how to walk the path with eyes wide open, with critical-thinking skills sharpened and equipped to analyze the guru, before taking the leap.
£15.29
Rockpool Publishing Buddha Dhamma Oracle
Book SynopsisThis oracle will give you insight into your innermost noble self.If you are feeling stuck between the thoughts of your mind and the feelings of your body, healing insight is readily accessible to you here. Go beyond hope and hopelessness by taking Buddha Dhamma into your spacious heart and allowing reflection and contemplation to occur naturally.Most of us have not been properly introduced to ourselves from the boundless compassion of our hearts. Our mind''s version of self is often layered with judgements and distorted views. Where is your true self located?The Buddha Dhamma Oracle consists of 36 core insights from the great Buddhist wisdom called Buddha Dhamma. These insights are direct responses to the strains at the heart of the human condition we all endure during our lifetime; strains we have mistaken as sufferings. The intimate dialogue of truth between your heart and the Buddha Dhamma will re-establish the noble connection with the distilled essence of you.
£17.45
Shambhala Publications Inc The Path of Individual Liberation: The Profound
Book SynopsisThe foundational teachings of Buddhism—presented here in volume one of Chögyam Trungpa''s magnum opus, which offers a systematic overview of the entire path of Tibetan BuddhismThis three-volume collection presents in lively, relevant language the comprehensive teachings of the Tibetan Buddhist path of the hinayana, mahayana, and vajrayana. Considered Chögyam Trungpa’s masterpiece, The Profound Treasury of the Ocean of Dharma will resonate with new and senior students of Buddhism. Chögyam Trungpa begins his study by presenting the teachings of the hinayana. The hinayana introduces core Buddhist teachings on the nature of mind, the practice of meditation, the reality of suffering, and the possibility of liberation. It examines the nature of suffering, impermanence, and egolessness, with an emphasis on personal development through meditative discipline and study. The formal entry into the hinayana and the Buddhist path altogether is the refuge vow, in which a student goes for refuge to the Buddha, or the teacher; the dharma, or the teachings; and the sangha, or the community. The hinayana path is based on training in mindfulness and awareness, cultivating virtue, and cutting grasping. Topics covered in detail in this volume include the four noble truths, karma, the four foundations of mindfulness, meditation practice, the refuge vows, the three jewels, the five skandhas, the five precepts, twofold egolessness, and more.
£28.80
Troubador Publishing Discovering Buddhism
Book SynopsisDiscovering Buddhism introduces Buddhism as a culture and civilization, a system of thought and a religion. This fascinating book presents the views and practices of all the main Buddhist traditions without bias and addresses the history of Buddhism, the key topics taught by the Buddha, and a selection of contemporary issues. It also includes critical assessments of the material, connecting traditional accounts with contemporary scholarship. The author makes each subject relevant and interesting so readers can engage in personal reflection and inquiry. This encounter with Buddhist ideas invites readers to question their outlook on life and can help make their views more aligned with reality. The book is written in a clear and accessible way for the non-specialist and provides up-to-date information for the teaching of Buddhism in schools complemented by the educational resources available on the Windows into Buddhism website. Authoritative and comprehensive, Discovering Buddhism is the go-to resource for anyone who is curious to know who the Buddha was, what he said, and why so many Westerners today find meaning in his teachings.
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