Understanding the Mind: An Explanation of the Nature and Functions of the Mind

Kelsang Gyatso

ISBN 10: 0948006781 / ISBN 13: 9780948006784

Published by Tharpa Pubns, 2002

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: Understanding the Mind: An Explanation of the Nature and Functions of the Mind
• Publisher: Tharpa Pubns
• Publication Date: 2002
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 0948006781
• ISBN 13: 9780948006784
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition: 2nd Edition
• Condition: new

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Synopsis

This book offers a deep insight into the nature and functions of the human mind. The first part describes different types of mind in detail, revealing the depth and profundity of Buddhist understanding of human psychology, and how this can be used to improve our lives. The second part is a practical guide to developing and maintaining a light, positive mind -- showing how to recognise and abandon states of mind that harm us and replace them with peaceful and beneficial ones. The inspiring discovery we make is that we can attain a lasting state of joy, independent of external conditions.

About the Author

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso was born in Tibet and is a fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism. Resident in the West since 1977, he is the author of a series of highly acclaimed books that transmit perfectly the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to our modern world. He has also founded many Buddhist centres throughout the world.