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

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Tharpa Publications, 2001 - Religion - 190 pages
2,500 years after the passing of Buddha, his message continues to resonate. This highly accessible, best-seller covers topics such as: Who was Buddha?; The nature of our mind; Past and future lives; Karma; Why and how to meditate; The path to enlightenment. The book explains the essential principles 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. Those developing an interest in Buddhism and meditation will find this book an ideal guide.This compelling introduction to Buddha's teachings explains the essential principles 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.

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Geshe Kelsang Gyatso was born in Tibet and is a fully accomplished mediation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism. Resident in the West since 1977, he has written 20 highly acclaimed books that perfectly transmit the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to our modern world. Geshe Kelsang has also founded over 900 Kadampa mediation centres and groups throughout the world.

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