Teachings of the Buddha by Jack Kornfield

Teachings of the Buddha by Jack Kornfield

A reissue of the most popular collection of teachings from Buddhist literature, selected by one of the best known American Buddhist teachers--with a new preface and afterword

Jack Kornfield, one of the most respected American Buddhist teachers, has compiled these teachings to impart the essence and inspiration of Buddhism to readers of all spiritual traditions. This treasury of essential Buddhist writings draws from the most popular Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese sources, and is perfect for those both new to Buddhism and longtime practitioners. Among the selections:

- Some of the earliest recorded sayings of the Buddha on the practice of freedom
- Passages from later Indian scriptures on the perfection of wisdom
- Verses from Tibetan masters on the enlightened mind
- Songs in praise of meditation by Zen teachers
- New selections on the role of women in early Buddhism

Also included are traditional instructions on how to practice sitting meditation, cultivate calm awareness, and live with compassion.

Jack Kornfield is one of the key teachers to have brought Buddhist mindfulness practice to the West. He is the cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts, and Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, California. His books include After the Ecstasy, the Laundry; The Art of Forgiveness, Lovingkindness, and Peace; Meditation for Beginners; and The Wise Heart.

Joseph Goldstein began exploring meditation as a Peace Corps volunteer in Thailand. Following extended meditation retreats with various teachers in India and Burma, including the renowned Buddhist meditation master Anagarika Sri Munindra, he cofounded the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts. He has taught numerous meditation classes, workshops, and retreats in America and abroad over the last eight years and is one of the founders and primary teachers of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts. He is also the author of The Experience of Insight, Insight Meditation, One Dharma and coauthor of Seeking the Heart of Wisdom.

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ISBN 13	9780760714966
ISBN 10	0760714967
Title	Teachings of the Buddha
Author	Jack Kornfield
Condition	Unavailable
Binding Type	Hardback
Publisher	Barnes And Noble
Year published	1999-08-08
Number of pages	209
Cover note	Book picture is for illustrative purposes only, actual binding, cover or edition may vary.