Bridge of Quiescence by B Alan Wallace

Bridge of Quiescence by B Alan Wallace

For centuries Tibetan Buddhist contemplatives have directly explored consciousness through meditation. This text brings together their findings and the findings of Western scientists and philosophers on the nature of consciousness.

Shantideva was a scholar in the eighth century from the monastic university Nalanda, one of the most celebrated centers of learning in ancient India. According to legend, Shantideva was greatly inspired by the celestial bodhisattva Manjushri, from whom he secretly received teachings and great insights. Yet as far as the other monks could tell, there was nothing special about Shantideva. In fact, he seemed to do nothing but eat and sleep. In an attempt to embarrass him, the monks forced Shantideva's hand by convincing him to publicly expound on the scriptures. To the amazement of all in attendance that day, Shantideva delivered the original and moving verses of the Bodhicharyavatara. When he reached verse thirty-four of the ninth chapter, he began to rise into the sky, until he at last disappeared. Following this, Shantideva became a great teacher.

B. Alan Wallace has authored, translated, edited, and contributed to more than forty books on Tibetan Buddhism, science, and culture. With fourteen years as a Buddhist monk, he earned a BA in physics and the philosophy of science and then a PhD in religious studies. After teaching in the Department of Religious Studies at the University of California, Santa Barbara, he founded the Santa Barbara Institute for Consciousness Studies to explore the integration of scientific approaches and contemplative methods.

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ISBN 13	9780812693614
ISBN 10	0812693612
Title	Bridge of Quiescence
Author	B Alan Wallace
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Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Open Court Publishing Co ,U.S.
Year published	1998-12-09
Number of pages	288
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