Introducing Buddhism

Author : Chris Pauling
Publisher : Windhorse Publications
Page : 80 pages
File Size : 43,7 Mb
Release : 2012-02-06
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781907314193

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Introducing Buddhism is a lively and engaging guide for Westerners who want to learn more about Buddhism as a path of spiritual growth. Written in a clear, informal style, it explains the essential teachings and practices on which all mainstream Buddhists can agree, and shows how this ancient wisdom is more than ever relevant to the psychological, social, and spiritual issues concerning men and women in the modern West.

Author : Charles S. Prebish,Damien Keown
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 299 pages
File Size : 55,5 Mb
Release : 2006
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0415392357

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Introducing Buddhism by Charles S. Prebish,Damien Keown Pdf

The key teachings of Buddhism are explained clearly in this text, and the historical development and spread of the religion is traced from its beginnings.

Author : The Dalai Lama
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 137 pages
File Size : 50,7 Mb
Release : 2018-07-17
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780834841567

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An Introduction to Buddhism by The Dalai Lama Pdf

His Holiness the Dalai Lama presents the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice, covering the Four Noble Truths and two essential texts. There is no one more suited to introduce beginners—and remind seasoned practitioners—of the fundamentals of Tibetan Buddhism than His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Speaking to an audience of Western students, the Dalai Lama shows us how to apply basic Buddhist principles to our day-to-day lives. Starting with the very foundation of Buddhism, the Four Noble Truths, he provides the framework for understanding the Buddha’s first teachings on suffering, happiness, and peace. He follows with commentary on two of Buddhism’s most profound texts: The Eight Verses on Training the Mind and Atisha’s Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment, often referring to the former as one of his main sources of inspiration for the practice of compassion. With clear, accessible language and the familiar sense of humor that infuses nearly all of his work, the Dalai Lama invites us all to develop innermost awareness, a proper understanding of the nature of reality, and heartfelt compassion for all beings. This book was previously published under the title Lighting the Way.

Author : John Powers
Publisher : Shambhala Publications
Page : 593 pages
File Size : 40,9 Mb
Release : 2007-11-09
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781559392822

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Introduction to Tibetan Buddhism by John Powers Pdf

This is the most comprehensive and authoritative introduction to Tibetan Buddhism available to date, covering a wide range of topics, including history, doctrines, meditation, practices, schools, religious festivals, and major figures. The revised edition contains expanded discussions of recent Tibetan history and tantra and incorporates important new publications in the field. Beginning with a summary of the Indian origins of Tibetan Buddhism and how it eventually was brought to Tibet, it explores Tibetan Mahayana philosophy and tantric methods for personal transformation. The four main schools of Tibetan Buddhism, as well as Bön, are explored in depth from a nonsectarian point of view. This new and expanded edition is a systematic and wonderfully clear presentation of Tibetan Buddhist views and practices.

Author : Geoffrey Samuel
Publisher : Unknown
Page : 300 pages
File Size : 45,5 Mb
Release : 2012
Category : Religion
ISBN : UCSD:31822038708871

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Introducing Tibetan Buddhism by Geoffrey Samuel Pdf

"Introducing Tibetan Buddhism is the ideal starting point for students wishing to undertake a comprehensive study of Tibetan religion. This lively introduction covers the whole spectrum of Tibetan religious history, from early figures and the development of the old and new schools of Buddhism to the spread and influence of Tibetan Buddhism throughout the world. Geoffrey Samuel covers the key schools and traditions, as well as Bon, and bodies of textual material, including the writings of major lamas. He explores aspects such as the path to liberation through Sutra and Tantra teachings, philosophy, ethics, ritual, and issues of gender and national identity. Illustrated throughout, the book includes a chronology, glossary, pronunciation guide, summaries, discussion questions and recommendations for further reading to aid students' understanding and revision"-- Provided by publisher

Author : Borin Van Loon,Jane Hope
Publisher : Icon Books Ltd
Page : 378 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2014-06-05
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781848317680

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Introducing Buddha by Borin Van Loon,Jane Hope Pdf

Meditation, Karma, Zen, Tantric and Nirvana are some of the many Buddhist ideas Westerners hear of frequently, even if their meaning has been lost in translation. This vast and complex non-theistic religion is woven into the fabric of Asian civilisations. from India to the Himalayan regions, China, Vietnam, Korea, Japan and elsewhere. What is Buddhism really all about? Introducing Buddha describes the life and teachings of the Buddha, but it also shows that enlightenment is a matter of experiencing the truth individually, and by inspiration which is passed from teacher to student. Superbly illustrated by Borin Van Loon, the book illuminates this process through a rich legacy of stories, explains the practices of meditation, Taoism and Zen, and goes on to describe the role of Buddhism in modern Asia and its growing influence on Western thought.

Author : Rebecca Redwood French,Mark A. Nathan
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 409 pages
File Size : 52,9 Mb
Release : 2014-07-28
Category : Law
ISBN : 9780521515795

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Buddhism and Law by Rebecca Redwood French,Mark A. Nathan Pdf

This volume challenges the concept of Buddhism as an apolitical religion without implications for law.

Author : Donald William Mitchell
Publisher : Oxford University Press, USA
Page : 444 pages
File Size : 53,6 Mb
Release : 2008
Category : Religion
ISBN : STANFORD:36105123324555

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Buddhism by Donald William Mitchell Pdf

Buddhism: Introducing the Buddhist Experience, Second Edition, focuses on the depth of Buddhist experience as expressed in the teachings and practices of its religious and philosophical traditions. Taking a broad and inclusive approach, this unique work spans over 2,500 years, offering chapters on Buddhism's origins in India; Theravada and Mahayana Buddhism; and Buddhism in Southeast Asia, Tibet, China, Korea, and Japan. Author Donald W. Mitchell provides substantial selections of primary text material throughout that illustrate a great variety of moral, cultural, psychological, meditative, and spiritual Buddhist experiences. The second edition adds six brief end-of-chapter essays by scholars and practitioners on cultural experiences of Buddhism in Thailand, Tibet, China, Korea, Japan, and America. It also offers additional photographs, new sections on topics like Buddhist cosmology, expanded coverage of Buddhism and globalization, and updated suggestions for further reading

Author : Peter Harvey
Publisher : Cambridge University Press
Page : 404 pages
File Size : 42,5 Mb
Release : 1990-05-25
Category : Philosophy
ISBN : 0521313333

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An Introduction to Buddhism by Peter Harvey Pdf

Unlike other studies, this work not only explores Buddhism's world views but attempts to show how it functions as a set of practices based on devotion, ethics, and meditation.

Author : Paul Fuller
Publisher : Bloomsbury Publishing
Page : 249 pages
File Size : 40,7 Mb
Release : 2021-08-12
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781350129092

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An Introduction to Engaged Buddhism by Paul Fuller Pdf

This textbook introduces and explores the ideas, practices and philosophy of engaged Buddhism. The movement holds that suffering is not just caused by the cravings of the mind, but also by political and social factors; therefore, engaged Buddhists 'engage' with social issues to achieve liberation. Paul Fuller outlines the movement's origins and principles. He then offers a comprehensive analysis of the central themes and issues of engaged Buddhism, offering new insights into the formation of modern Buddhism. The range of issues covered includes politics, gender, environmentalism, identity, blasphemy and violence. These are illustrated by case studies and examples from a range of locations where Buddhism is practised. Discussion points and suggested further reading are provided at the end of each chapter, which will further enrich undergraduates' grasp of the topic.

Author : D.T. Suzuki
Publisher : Open Road + Grove/Atlantic
Page : 165 pages
File Size : 49,8 Mb
Release : 2007-12-01
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780802198747

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An Introduction to Zen Buddhism by D.T. Suzuki Pdf

The highly influential book that helped bring Eastern spiritual principles to the Western world. One of the world’s leading authorities on Zen Buddhism, and a Nobel Peace Prize nominee, D. T. Suzuki was the author of more than a hundred works on the subject in both Japanese and English, and was most instrumental in bringing the teachings of Zen Buddhism to the attention of the Western world. Written in a lively, accessible, and straightforward manner, An Introduction to Zen Buddhism is illuminating for the serious student and layperson alike. Suzuki provides a complete vision of Zen, which emphasizes self-understanding and enlightenment through many systems of philosophy, psychology, and ethics. With a foreword by the renowned psychiatrist Dr. Carl Jung, this volume has been acknowledged a classic introduction to the subject. It provides, along with Suzuki’s Essays in Zen Buddhism and Manual of Zen Buddhism, a framework for living a balanced and fulfilled existence through Zen.

Author : Damien Keown
Publisher : Oxford Paperbacks
Page : 180 pages
File Size : 54,5 Mb
Release : 1996-10-03
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9780191606441

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Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction by Damien Keown Pdf

This Very Short Introduction introduces the reader to the teachings of the Buddha and to the integration of Buddhism into daily life. What are the distinctive features of Buddhism? Who was the Buddha, and what are his teachings? How has Buddhist thought developed over the centuries, and how can contemporary dilemmas be faced from a Buddhist perspective? Words such as 'karma' and 'nirvana' have entered our vocabulary, but what do they mean? Damien Keown's book provides a lively, informative response to these frequently asked questions about Buddhism.

Author : Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,Kelsang Gyatso
Publisher : Motilal Banarsidass Publishe
Page : 164 pages
File Size : 44,5 Mb
Release : 1999
Category : Buddhism
ISBN : 8120816781

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Introduction to Buddhism by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso,Kelsang Gyatso Pdf

Author : Ronald Green
Publisher : Routledge
Page : 184 pages
File Size : 43,9 Mb
Release : 2013-12-04
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781135019945

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Buddhism Goes to the Movies by Ronald Green Pdf

Buddhism Goes to the Movies: Introduction to Buddhist Thought and Practice explains the basics of Buddhist philosophy and practice through a number of dramatic films from around the world. This book introduces readers in a dynamic way to the major traditions of Buddhism: the Theravāda, and various interrelated Mahāyāna divisions including Zen, Pure Land and Tantric Buddhism. Students can use Ronald Green’s book to gain insights into classic Buddhist themes, including Buddhist awakening, the importance of the theory of dependent origination, the notion of no-self, and Buddhist ideas about life, death and why we are here. Contemporary developments are also explored, including the Socially Engaged Buddhism demonstrated by such figures as the Dalai Lama, Thich Nhat Hanh, Aung San Suu Kyi, and other Buddhist activists. Finally, comparisons between filmic expressions of Buddhism and more traditional artistic expressions of Buddhism—such as mandala drawings—are also drawn. An important addition to any introduction to Buddhist philosophy and practice, Buddhism Goes to the Movies is an excellent way to bring Buddhist thought, history, and activity to the uninitiated and interested reader.

Author : Maitreyabandhu
Publisher : Windhorse Publications
Page : 261 pages
File Size : 40,5 Mb
Release : 2012-09-10
Category : Religion
ISBN : 9781907314155

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Life with Full Attention by Maitreyabandhu Pdf

In this eight-week course on mindfulness, Maitreyabandhu gently guides readers, teaching them how to pay closer attention to their experience. Each week, he introduces a different aspect of mindfulness - such as awareness of the body, feelings, thoughts and the environment - and recommends a number of easy practices; from trying out a simple meditation to reading a poem.Featuring personal stories, examples and tempting suggestions, Life with Full Attention provides both a starting point and a great refresher.