Two Treasures: Buddhist Teachings on Awakening to True Happiness: Buddhist Teachings on Awakening and True Happiness - Softcover

Nhat Hanh, Thich

Softcover

ISBN 10: 188837568X ISBN 13: 9781888375688

Publisher: Parallax Press, 2003

Synopsis

Paperback. Pub Date: 2007 Pages: 72 Publisher: Parallax Press This Compact VOLUME contains two sutras The Sutra on the Eight Realizations of Great Beings and its complementary text The Discourse on happiness They explain in practical detail how to progress step-by-step towards the Buddhist ideals of simplicity. generosity. compassion. and enlightenment. The first sutra is comprised of eight essential subjects for meditation that. though simple in form. are profound in content. Reflecting the insights gained by the bodhisattvas in their lifelong practice of compassion and understanding. the realizations help all beings recognize suffering in the world. The second sutra uses more peaceful language and is a gentle reminder of the common human values ??and endeavors that are often forgotten in daily life. and reminds readers of the happiness derived from simple things. Thanks to...

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About the Author:

Thich Nhat Hanh is one of the most revered Zen teachers in the world today. His best-selling books include Happiness and Peace Is Every Step. He lives in Plum Village in southwest France, his meditation and retreat center in France, where he teaches the art of mindful living.

About this edition

• Publisher: Parallax Press
• Publication date: 2003
• ISBN 10: 188837568X
• ISBN 13: 9781888375688
• Binding: Paperback
• Number of pages: 88