The renowned spiritual leader outlines an accessible approach to the pursuit of enlightenment that draws on traditional Buddhist meditative practices, in a guide that covers such topics as embracing a positive attitude and overcoming suffering.
Record details
ISBN:9781416565833 (hc.)
ISBN:1416565833 (hc.)
ISBN:9781416565840 (sc.)
ISBN:1416565841 (sc.)
Physical Description:print x, 256 p. ; 22 cm.
Edition:1st Atria Books hardcover ed.
Publisher:New York : Atria Books, 2009.
Content descriptions
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references (p. 255).
Formatted Contents Note:
A book about enlightenment -- Comparing religions -- The Buddhist framework -- Practicing Buddhism -- Knowing the qualifications of a teacher -- Buddhism in India and Tibet -- Recognizing our fortunate situation -- Knowing you will die -- Thinking about future lives -- Identifying the refuge -- Karma -- Seeing the problem and the cure --; The implications of impermanence -- Altruism -- Engendering great compassion -- Switching self and other -- Viewing reality -- The way to analyze -- Buddhahood -- Reviewing the steps.