Buddhist Life, Dalai Lama & Other Buddhist Spiritual Leaders, Tibetan Buddhism, Spirituality, General & Miscellaneous Buddhism, Religion - General & Miscellaneous, Buddhist Doctrine
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Overview
Now, for the first time, The Essential Dalai Lama brings together the best of the Dalai Lama’s writings on all aspects of life from work to meditation. Divided into four sections - The Vision, Buddhist Perspectives, Practice, A World in Harmony - The Essential Dalai Lama contains eloquent applications of the principles of ancient Buddhist thought to contemporary issues, all expressed in the Dalai Lama’s uniquely compelling voice. Covering topics such as the quest for human happiness, foundations of Buddhism, Karma, focusing the mind, ethics and society, the Buddhist perspective on the teachings of Jesus, and much more, The Essential Dalai Lama will be the perfect gift for anyone who wishes to have one source for the Dalai Lama’s teachings or who seeks an introduction to the philosophy and practice of Buddhism.Editorials
From Barnes & Noble
The Dalai Lama himself chose the selections in this collection of his core writings. The Essential Dalai Lama presents his teachings in four sections: "The Vision," "Buddhist Perspectives," "Practice," and "A World in Harmony." The essays cover topics including the quest for human happiness; the foundations of Buddhism; focusing the mind; the Buddhist perspective on the teachings of Jesus; and meditation. The ideal introduction to the teachings of a revered spiritual leader.Book Details
Published
October 20, 2005
Publisher
Penguin Group (USA)
Pages
288
Format
Hardcover
ISBN
9780641969966