Introduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life

Kelsang Gyatso

ISBN 10: 0948006714 / ISBN 13: 9780948006715

Published by Tharpa Publications, 2002

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The image on the front of the book for sale is different from the picture shown. Sington's precise British diction and soothing voice are the perfect backdrop for discovering the Buddhist religion as taught by Gyatso. Author of 19 other books on the subject, Gyatso offers the basic teachings of Buddha in their simplest form for beginners. Sections include "Basic Buddhism," "The Path to Liberation," "The Path to Enlightenment", and an appendix with two breathing meditations. Chapter headings listed on the jacket allow listeners to easily locate subjects of interest on the CDs, such as "What Is Karma?" "The Perfection of Wisdom" and "The Three Higher Trainings." Listeners hear only the voice of Sington throughout the production; there is no background music or sound of any kind, even during long silences in the meditation section. While this may seem odd to a culture used to constant sound, it's not so strange considering the simple life of Buddha and the enlightenment sought by his followers. This is a calming, informative look at Buddhism. Based on the Tharpa paperback. Hardback, 0-948006-71-4 - 2002 - good condition - - used books, secondhand books, out of print books, hard to find books, for sale, second-hand books, nonfiction, non-fiction books, college books, student books, first editions, signed copies, delivered world wide. Isbn 0948006714.

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Introduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life
• Publisher: Tharpa Publications
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0948006714
• ISBN 13: 9780948006715
• Binding: Hardcover
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: Used: Acceptable
• Seller catalogs:
  • Buddhism

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Synopsis

2,500 years after the passing of Buddha, his message continues to resonate. This compelling introduction explains the essential of the Buddhist way of life and what it means to be a Buddhist. Meditation is explained clearly and simply as a tool for developing qualities such as inner peace, love and patience. Discover:~ Who was Buddha?~ Past and future lives~ What is karma?~ Why and how to meditate~ The path to enlightenment

About the Author

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso is a fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism who has pioneered the introduction of modern Buddhism into contemporary society. He is the author of 22 highly acclaimed books that perfectly transmit the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to our modern world. He has founded over 1200 Kadampa Buddhist centres and groups throughout the world.