Buddhism for Beginners by Thubten Chodron

Buddhism for Beginners by Thubten Chodron

This easy-to-understand introduction to Buddhism is "written for people wanting to understand basic Buddhist principles and how to integrate them into their lives" (H.H. the Dalai Lama)

This user's guide to Buddhist basics takes the most commonly asked questions-beginning with "What is the essence of the Buddha's teachings?"-and provides simple answers in plain English. Thubten Chodron's responses to the questions that always seem to arise among people approaching Buddhism make this an exceptionally complete and accessible introduction-as well as a manual for living a more peaceful, mindful, and satisfying Life.

Buddhism for Beginners is an ideal first book on the subject for anyone, but it's also a wonderful resource for seasoned students, since the question-and-answer format makes it easy to find just the topic you're looking for, such as-

. What is the goal of the Buddhist path?
.What is karma?
.If all phenomena are empty, does that mean nothing exists?
.How can we deal with fear?
.How do I establish a regular meditation practice?
.What are the qualities I should look for in a teacher?
.What is Buddha-nature?
.Why can't we remember our past lives?

Thubten Chodron, a Tibetan Buddhist nun born in the United States, travels the world teaching and directing meditation retreats. She is the author of Buddhism for Beginners, Dealing with Anger, How to Liberate Your Mind, Open Heart, Clear Mind, and Controlling the Mind, and is known for her straightforward and practical interpretations of the Buddha's teachings. She is a resident of Seattle, Washington.

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ISBN 13	9781559391535
ISBN 10	1559391537
Title	Buddhism for Beginners
Author	Thubten Chodron
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Paperback
Publisher	Shambhala Publications Inc
Year published	2001-01-01
Number of pages	160
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.