An Introduction to Buddhism
Author: Lama, The Dalai
ISBN: 9781559394758
Publisher: SHAMBHALA - TRADE
Year First Published: 2018
Pages: 136
Dimensions: 214mm x 141mm x 14mm
Format: Paperback / softback
Description
The "Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama" series begins with this small book of teachings by His Holiness, the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice.
The Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama series begins with this small book of teachings by His Holiness-the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice
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.
ISBN: 9781559394758
Publisher: SHAMBHALA - TRADE
Year First Published: 2018
Pages: 136
Dimensions: 214mm x 141mm x 14mm
Format: Paperback / softback
Description
The "Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama" series begins with this small book of teachings by His Holiness, the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice.
The Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama series begins with this small book of teachings by His Holiness-the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice
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.
