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Buddhism and Bioethics is the first book to discuss contemporary issues in bioethics from a Buddhist perspective. Written in a clear and accessible style by a leading expert in field, and drawing on both ancient and modern sources, it shows how Buddhist ethical teachings can be applied to a range of controversial issues like abortion and euthanasia.
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Embark on a transformative journey with "Buddha's Path to Enlightenment," a profound exploration of Buddhism guided by Shakyamuni Buddha's forty-nine years of teaching. This enlightening book bridges the gap between life and the universe, revealing the direct relevance of these teachings to our everyday existence. Discover the distinctions between enlightened beings and worldly individuals, and learn the art of cultivation-a transformative shift in...
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Buddhism is one of the world's main religions but to children who were not bought up in that faith it may be a mystery. We live in a multi-cultural world where it is important for everyone to have some understanding of the key religions. This guide for young people offers a simple explanation to some of Buddhism's main features.
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Now considered a classic among readers interested in Tibetan Buddhism and pilgrimages of the spirit of all kinds, A Journey in Ladakh is Andrew Harvey's spiritual travelogue of his arduous journey to one of the most remote parts of the world--the highest, least populated region in India, cut off by snow for six months each year. Buddhists have meditated in the mountains of Ladakh since three centuries before Christ, and it is there that the purest...
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[2022]
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"The magical story of a compassionate hero who learns how to always care for others and to never give up-for kids ages 4-8. Lokeshvara is a compassionate hero who lives above the moon. He tries to help all the beings he sees in the world but gets frustrated when he realizes that he can't save everyone. Lokeshvara becomes so disheartened that he explodes into a thousand pieces. With a little help from a wise friend, the pieces are put back together...
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This book covers how to find the truth in everyday life. This will give you joy and peace of mind. This will also give you hope. I hope you will find your true self and free yourself from vain things.This book teaches that you are a Buddha.This book consists of:▒ DAILY LIFE AND TRUTH▒ THE FORM OF TRUTH▒ THE ROAD TO TRUTH▒ AFTER TRUTH
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In Taking the Path of Zen, Robert Aitken provided a concise guide to zazen (Zen meditation) and other aspects of the practice of Zen. In The Mind of Clover he addresses the world beyond the zazen cushions, illuminating issues of appropriate personal and social action through an exploration of the philosophical complexities of Zen ethics.
Aitken's approach is clear and sure as he shows how our minds can be as nurturing as clover, which enriches the...
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Zen Buddhism begins with the Buddha's enlightenment. While the word, "enlightenment" suggests there is something you get and that once have it you are "enlightened," "intimacy" comes closer to the truth. We gain nothing. Rather, through attention to counting the breath, experiencing the breath, or putting our attention into a koan, we become of less interest to ourselves and, in this losing is finding. The world steps in - trees, mountains, bugs,...
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Plum Blossom Zen transforms Zen Master Dogen (12th century) into contemplative poetry. Tai Sheridan's interpretations bring Dogen's complex Zen wisdom to life and make him accessible to everyone. In Rice Eyes, Dogen reveals himself as a master of mindfulness. Bendowa encourages contemplation until you understand inter-being and the essence of non-dual reality. The selections from Shobogenzo are odes that sing praise in the manner of Walt Whitman to...
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What are the benefits of being a spiritual person? This is the question that James Jones explores in his newest book, The Mirror of God. Jones contends that true religious belief is not a passive process and that one must work hard towards believing in God through acts such as prayer, meditation and communal worship. He explores the boundaries between psychotherapy and religious practice, looks at what Christians might learn from Buddhists and shows...
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The Buddha in Blue Anthology is a collection of five of Tai Sheridan's Buddha in Blue Jeans Zen books. The author's contemplative style makes Zen insight accessible to people from all backgrounds. The books awaken mindfulness and the Buddha within. The "Buddha in Blue Jeans" metaphor illustrates our shared existence. Unity within ourselves and between others is the fundamental principle of Zen.
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Embark on the transformative journey of "Mastering Wisdom" by I. J. Nayak, a profound exploration of Advaita Vedanta, Zen Buddhism, and the convergence of ancient wisdom with modern spirituality. This book is your guide to a fulfilling life, drawing inspiration from diverse traditions such as Buddhism meets psychotherapy, Anatta Buddhism, Celtic wisdom, and the profound teachings of Advaita Vedanta.
In the spirit of "Becoming Wise," this book transcends...
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Embárquese en el viaje transformador de "Mastering Wisdom" de I. J. Nayak, una exploración profunda del Advaita Vedanta, el budismo zen y la convergencia de la sabiduría antigua con la espiritualidad moderna. Este libro es su guía para una vida plena, inspirándose en diversas tradiciones como el budismo y la psicoterapia, el budismo Anatta, la sabiduría celta y las profundas enseñanzas del Advaita Vedanta.
Con el espíritu de "Becoming Wise",...
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Embarquez pour le voyage transformateur de Mastering Wisdom d'I. J. Nayak, une exploration profonde de l'Advaita Vedanta, du bouddhisme zen et de la convergence de la sagesse ancienne avec la spiritualité moderne. Ce livre est votre guide pour une vie épanouie, s'inspirant de diverses traditions telles que le bouddhisme rencontre la psychothérapie, le bouddhisme Anatta, la sagesse celtique et les enseignements profonds de l'Advaita Vedanta.
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Zen Heaven and Hell is a contemplative anthology of ancient Buddhist teachings. Celestial Sutras contains four Buddhist sutras transformed into accessible modern images. Buddha Speaks transforms the Dhammapada, the 423 sayings of Buddha, into twenty-five sections and presents them in easy-to-understand terms. Zen Heaven and Hell is a contemplative rendering of the Buddhist Wheel of Life teachings. It illustrates the six realms of existence and the...
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A COLLECTION OF INTERNATIONALLY RENOWNED SCIENTISTS AND ECONOMISTS IN DIALOGUE WITH HIS HOLINESS THE DALAI LAMA, ADDRESSING THE NEED FOR A MORE ALTRUISTIC ECONOMY
Can the hyperambitious, bottom-line-driven practices of the global economy incorporate compassion into the pursuit of wealth? Or is economics driven solely by materialism and self-interest? In Caring Economics, experts consider these questions alongside the Dalai Lama in a wide-ranging,...
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A practical and profound book on meditation and mindfulness that shows readers how to live and act more mindfully, without meditating on a cushion for hours each day - Sayadaw U Tejaniya Drop the old habit of meditating only on a cushion. Use this book as a blueprint to bring meditation to every experience of your life, to pave your path to spiritual awakening.Whether you are looking for the best meditation book for anxiety or on the path towards...
19) Daily Prayers
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Embark on a transformative voyage of spiritual enlightenment with Daily Prayers from the World's Faiths, a unique audiobook that transcends boundaries of faith and culture to offer a tapestry of devotion and reflection. Delve into the rich tapestry of prayers and reflections drawn from diverse traditions including Hinduism, Buddhism, Judaism, Western Christianity, Eastern Christianity, Islam, and the wisdom of Alcoholics Anonymous.
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The Noble Eightfold Path is one of the most important teachings in Buddhism. In this series of eight lectures, given originally in 1965, Urgyen Sangharakshita introduces each stage, from right understanding to right meditation, explaining the deeper implications involved.
Sangharakshita, the London-born Buddhist teacher, is one of the most influential figures in the development of Buddhism in the West. The founder of the Triratna Buddhist Order(originally...