Essential Teachings - Softcover

Dalai Lama XIV Bstan-'dzin-rgya-mtsho

Softcover

ISBN 10: 0285635581 ISBN 13: 9780285635586

Publisher: Souvenir Press Ltd, 1999

Synopsis

This inspiring book presents, in their clearest form, the basic teachings of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, for both Eastern and Western seekers after enlightenment. As Andrew Harvey writes in his foreword: here is "Buddhism purified to its simplest human essence, an essence that transcends all barriers, all colours and creeds." The first part of the book introduces a series of 37 practices for the cultivation of bodhichitta, 'the mind of awakening'', which explain what it means to set out to attain enlightenment o behalf of all sentient beings. An indispensable guide for all who seek to follow the path of truth, the Dalai Lama brings ancient teachings to life in contemporary situations and gives an insight into the philosophy of peace and understanding taught by the Dalai Lama.

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Review:

"The homely warmth and spiritual challenge that we have come to associate with the Dalai Lama... There is much wisdom here." --'The Friend'

Synopsis:

This seminal collection of writings contains important spiritual teachings for Eastern and Western readers alike. This book is an indespensible guide for all those seeking the path to spiritual awakening and enlightenment.'

About this edition

• Publisher: Souvenir Press Ltd
• Publication date: 1999
• ISBN 10: 0285635581
• ISBN 13: 9780285635586
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 152