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Tuwhiri Project Ltd What is this
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Tuwhiri Project Ltd Revamp Writings on secular Buddhism
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Lulu.com Buddhas Dharma As I Understand It
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Lulu.com True Buddhism
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Labrador & Lockhart Press, LLC Walking with Buddha Pilgrimage on the Shikoku 88Temple Trail
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iUniverse The Buddha The Body and the Reason Why Why meditate
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iUniverse The Reality Between A Buddhist Approach to Addiction Grief and Psychotherapy
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iUniverse Buddhism the Big Picture Explained
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iUniverse Buddhism the Big Picture Explained
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Harmony/Rodale The Beginners Guide to Walking the Buddhas Eightfold Path
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Rahul Karn A Zen Quote A Day
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Metta Publishing Get Off Your Cushion
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Universal Dharma AHIMSA Buddhism and the Vegetarian Ideal
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Knopf Doubleday Publishing Group Ambivalent Zen One Mans Adventures on the Dharma Path Vintage Departures
Book SynopsisSeeking help with his basketball game, Shainberg embraced Zen Buddhism in 1951 and was catapulted on a life-long spiritual journey. Alternately comic and reverential, Ambivalent Zen chronicles the rewards and dangers of spiritual ambition and presents a poignant reflection of the experiences faced by many Americans involved in the Zen movement.
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Lexington Books Buddhism and Postmodernity
Book SynopsisBuddhism and Postmodernity is a response to some of the questions that have emerged in the process of Buddhism''s encounters with modernity and the West. Jin Y. Park broadly outlines these questions as follows: first, why are the interpretations and evaluations of Buddhism so different in Europe (in the nineteenth century), in the United States (in the twentieth century), and in traditional Asia; second, why does Zen Buddhism, which offers a radically egalitarian vision, maintain a strongly authoritarian leadership; and third, what ethical paradigm can be drawn from the Buddhist-postmodern form of philosophy? Park argues that, as unrelated as these questions may seem, the issues that have generated them are related to perennial philosophical themes of identity, institutional power, and ethics, respectively. Each of these themes constitutes one section of Buddhism and Postmodernity. Park discusses the three issues in the book through the exploration of the Buddhist concepts of self and others, language and thinking, and universality and particularities. Most of this discussion is drawn from the East Asian Buddhist traditions of Zen and Huayan Buddhism in connection with the Continental philosophies of postmodernism, hermeneutics, and deconstruction. Self-critical from both the Buddhist and Western philosophical perspectives, Buddhism and Postmodernity points the reader toward a new understanding of Buddhist philosophy and offers a Buddhist-postmodern ethical paradigm that challenges normative ethics of metaphysical traditions.Trade ReviewJin Y. Park’s work is a major achievement of phenomenological hermeneutics. It is indeed of exceptional quality which is capacious and deep in scope, lucid and erudite in style, and poignant and engaging in argumentation. Park is at ease with surfing the ineffable and seemingly contradictory expressions of Zen Buddhism and with scaling the rugged terrains of postmodern thought. Park’s most creative, incisive, and discerning moments are found in her very attempt to transversalize the borders of Eastern Buddhism and Western philosophy both modern and postmodern. To put it simply, it is intercultural and interdisciplinary. I find that her appropriation of postmodern philosophy in Merleau-Ponty, Heidegger, Derrida, and Lyotard is judicious and discriminating. Among the notable features of Park’s work is a singularly prominent place of Korean Buddhism, the 'Zen hermeneutics' of language, silence and violence, and most importantly her ambitious and promising vision of creating a new paradigm of ethics at the crossroads of Buddhism and postmodern philosophy. -- Hwa Yol Jung, Moravian CollegeBuddhism and Postmodernity is a fascinating journey into the field of Buddhist philosophy. Jin Park skillfully negotiates a variety of discourses including Buddhist studies, feminism, and postmodernism. She masterfully unmasks prejudices about Buddhist traditions and their alleged lack of propensity for systematic thought, and presents a convincing case for a Zen ethics by demonstrating affinities between Zen and deconstruction. Her mastery of the material is impressive, her sketch of Zen philosophy visionary. For everyone with interest in Buddhism and/or postmodernism, Buddhism and Postmodernity is a must-read. -- Gereon Kopf, Luther College...Admirably concise and yet complex... Professor Park carefully exemplifies her own conclusions regarding the centrifugal potentials of Buddhist thought and practice by offering us clearly presented prospects on a yet-to-come ethics of non-dual interdependence. The wide ambitions of Buddhism and Postmodernity are skillfully threaded together through recurring contrasts of centripetal/centrifugal and hermeneutical/existential dynamics at play both historically and philosophically, in the West and its encounters with Buddhism, and in the global transit from modernity to postmodernity . . . Buddhism and Postmodernity raises important questions, opening promising avenues for further conversation. * Sophia: International Journal of Philosophy and Traditions, November 2009 *The dialogue between Buddhism and postmodernity is one of the most exciting developments in contemporary philosophy, with important implications for ethics. Jin Y. Park's insightful study of their relationship is grounded in a deep understanding and appreciation of both traditions. Her book is a welcome addition to the growing literature. -- David R. Loy, Xavier UniversityTable of ContentsPart 1 Introduction Part 2 Part One. Centripetality: Buddhism and Metaphysics Chapter 3 The Silence of the Buddha Chapter 4 Hegel and Buddhism Chapter 5 The Logic of Nothing and A-Metaphysics Part 6 Part Two. Centrifugality: Language and Violence Chapter 7 Language and Thinking: Subjectivity and Zen Huatou Meditation Chapter 8 Thinking and Violence: Zen Hermeneutics Chapter 9 Violence Institutionalized: The Social Dimension of Zen Language Part 10 Part Three. The Tension: Buddhism and the Politics of Postmodernity Chapter 11 Modernity, Postmodernity, and the Question of Legitimation Chapter 12 Postmodern Small Discourses and the Huayan World of Mutually Non-interfering Phenomena Chapter 13 Envisioning Zen Ethics through Huayan Phenomenology Chapter 14 The Ethics of Tension: Toward Buddhist Deconstructive Ethics
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Harmony/Rodale The Heart of the Buddhas Teaching Transforming
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Hyperion Coming to Our Senses Healing Ourselves and the
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Penguin Random House LLC Discovering Kwan Yin Buddhist Goddess of Compassion A Path Toward Clarity and Peace
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Random House Publishing Group Basic Teachings of the Buddha Modern Library A New Translation and Compilation with a Guide to Reading the Texts
Book SynopsisIn Basic Teachings of the Buddha, Glenn Wallis selects sixteen essential dialogues drawn from more than five thousand Pali-dialect suttas of the Buddhist canon. The result is a vibrant introductory guide to studying Buddhist thought, applying its principles to everyday life, and gaining a deeper understanding of Buddhist themes in modern literature. Focusing on the most crucial topics for today’s readers, Wallis presents writings that address modern psychological, religious, ethical, and philosophical concerns. This practical, inspiring, and engaging volume provides an overview of the history of Buddhism and an illuminating analysis of the core writings that personalizes the suttas for each reader. “Glenn Wallis brings wisdom and compassion to this work of scholarship. Everyone should read this book.”-Christopher Queen, Harvard University“A valuable sourcebook with a good selection of the fundamental suttas enhanced by an eloquent intr
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University of Hawaii Press Northern School and Formation of Early Chinese Chan Buddhism Studies in East Asian Buddhism 03
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University of Hawai'i Press Bones Stones and Buddhist Monks Collected Papers on the Archaeology Epigraphy and Texts of Monastic Buddhism in India Studies in the Buddhist Traditions
Book SynopsisFrom the Preface Taken together, the studies contained in this volume represent the basis for a new historiography of Buddhism, not only for their critique of many of the idees recues of Buddhist Studies but for the compelling connections they draw between apparently disparate details. - Donald S. Lopez, Jr.Trade ReviewNo serious scholar of Buddhist studies can afford to ignore this argumentative, challenging, and provocative set of essays.... In each case, Schopen's arguments are refreshing, honest, often brilliant, and always cogently presented." —Journal of Religion"Shopen has written a number of articles that have challenged some of the most basic assumptions in the field of Buddhist Studies, and this book is a collection of the most influential of his works. Several are rightly regarded as classic studies in the field, and all should be required reading for anyone with more than a passing interest in Buddhist Studies." —Japanese Journal of Religious Studies"Schopen's treatment of this material has been extremely insightful and original, and his work has been instrumental in overturning many of the cherished convictions that had long constituted the 'received wisdom' of Buddhist studies. In particular, his articles have prompted significant revision in thought regarding the development of Mahayana and regarding the role of the monastic religious in Buddhist cultic life." —Philosophy East and West
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University of Hawai'i Press Saicho The Establishment of the Japanese Tendai School
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University of Hawai'i Press Letters of the Nun Eshinni Images of Pure Land Buddhism in Medieval Japan
Book SynopsisThe letters of Eshinni (1182-1268?), a Buddhist nun and the wife of Shinran (1173-1262), the founder of the Shin school of Buddhism, were discovered in 1921. James C. Dobbins usesthese letters to shed new light on life and religion in medieval Japan.
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George Ronald Publisher Ltd Buddhism and the Bahai Faith
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Wisdom Publications,U.S. Who Ordered This Truckload of Dung Inspiring
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Mercer University Press BuddhaChrist as the Lord of the True Self The Religious Philosophy of the Kyoto School and Christianity
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Penguin Random House LLC Mudra Early Songs Poems Early Songs and Poems
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Penguin Random House LLC Orderly Chaos The Mandala Principle Shambhala Dharma Ocean series
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Shambhala Teachings Of The Buddha Pocket Classics S
Book SynopsisThis treasury of essential Buddhist writings draws from the most popular Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese sources. Among the selections are some of the earliest recorded sayings of the Buddha on the practice of freedom, passages from later Indian scriptures on the perfection of wisdom, verses from Tibetan masters on the enlightened mind, and songs in praise of meditation by Zen teachers. The book also includes traditional instruction on how to practice sitting meditation, cultivate calm awareness, and live with compassion. Jack Kornfield, one of the most respected American Buddhist teachers, has compiled these teachings to impart the essence and inspiration of Buddhism to readers of all spiritual traditions.
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HarperCollins Publishers Inc Roaring Stream A New Zen Reader Ecco Companions
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Summit University Press,U.S. QUIETLY COMES THE BUDDHA Awakening Your Inner Buddhanature
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Shasta Abbey Press Shobogenzo Volume II of III
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Shambhala Publications Inc tantricpracticeinnyingma
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Penguin Random House LLC Cutting through Appearances Practice and Theory of Tibetan Buddhism
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Penguin Random House LLC The Practice of Kalachakra
Book SynopsisThe Kalachakra spiritual legacy is a vital and central part of Tibetan Buddhism. Presented here is a detailed and practical overview of this unique spiritual path. In Part One, the author discusses the tantric path to enlightenment by drawing on the writings of great scholar-practitioners of the past. He describes the sutrayana and vajrayana paths, outlines the four classes of tantras, compares the Kalachakra generation and completion stage yogas to those of the mainstream tantra,s and details the unique Kalachakra methods for attaining enlightenment in this lifetime. Part Two contains translations for seven texts for the pratice of Kalachakra, including a sadhana selected by the Dalai Lam for this book. Glenn Mullin''s perceptive and very readable discussion of the theory and practice of this profound tantric system is an excellen addition to the literature on this subject.
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Buddhist Pub Group Teachings of a Buddhist Monk
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Buddhist Pub Group Perfection of Wisdom The Short Prajanaapaaramitaa Texts
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Buddhist Publishing Group Understanding Karma and Rebirth A Buddhist Perspective
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Buddhist Publishing Group Dont Take Your Life Personally
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Bodhicharya Publications The Ngondro Preliminary Practices to Mahamudra
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Bodhicharya Publications Like Dreams and Clouds
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Bodhicharya Publications Dealing with Emotions
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Wabi Sabi Press Gleanings in BuddhaFields
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Simply Being Collected Works of C R Lama
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Simply Being Oeuvres choisies de C R Lama
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Bodhicharya Publications Journey from Head to Heart
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