The Essence of Buddhism
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A clear and concise introduction to the teachings and philosophies of the three main vehicles of Buddhism -- Theravada, Mahayana, and Vajrayana --through a Tibetan lens This comprehensive guide to the... This description may be from another edition of this product.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:1570624682
ISBN13:9781570624681
Release Date:May 2001
Publisher:Shambhala
Length:188 Pages
Weight:0.76 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 8.9"
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A comprehensive overview of Buddhist thought and philosophy
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
In The Essence Of Buddhism, the Venerable Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche provides the reader with a comprehensive overview of Buddhist thought and philosophy through the perspectives offered by Tibetan Buddhism: The Hinayana, Mahayana, and Vajrayana. In addition to the Four Noble Truths, we are provided with definitions of fundamental concepts within a Buddhist philosophical framework including compassion, emptiness, and Buddha-nature. The Essence Of Buddhism is strongly recommended reading for those new to Buddhism and its rich, complex, and enduring spiritual heritage.
If you can buy only one book on Buddhism...
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 23 years ago
This is one of the finest and more interesting books I have read on Buddhism in two decades. The author has brought the very authentic tenets of Buddhism together in a wonderful marriage with views of contemporary society. His perceptions and insights into western life are excellent and oftentimes very funny. Traleg Kyabgon explains profound terms such as "emptiness" along with others, in such a way, that even older students of Buddhism will have a much clearer understanding. He explained the notion of Karma and the consciousness that incarnates in such an amazing way, that I had to read it several times with tremendous excitement, the excitement a Christian mystic may have finding and reading the Gnostic Gospels for the first time. If you would like to understand exactly what Buddhism teaches at its core, and how this is applicable to our lives and how it can be of benefit in any situation we find ourselves, then this is the book. It is written in an elegant style that is a pleasure to read. It is evident that much time and effort went into this book and it is sure to become a classic in our Buddhist literary collection.
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