Introduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life - Hardcover

Gyatso, Geshe Kelsang

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9780948006715: Introduction to Buddhism: An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life

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ISBN 10: 0948006714 ISBN 13: 9780948006715

Publisher: Tharpa Publications, 2005

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2,500 years after the passing of buddah, his message continues to resonate. This compelling introduction explains the essential priciples of the Buddhist way of life and what it means to be a Buddhist. Meditation is explained clearly and simply as a tool for developing qualities such as inner peace, love and patience

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Guided meditations are included on this audiobook. Beginning with Buddha's life story, this concise guide provides clear and inspiring explanations of Buddhist principles such as meditation, karma, reincarnation, the mind, nirvana, and the path to enlightenment.

About the Author:

Geshe Kelsang Gyatso was born in Tibet and is a fully accomplished mediation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism. Resident in the West since 1977, he has written 20 highly acclaimed books that perfectly transmit the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to our modern world. Geshe Kelsang has also founded over 900 Kadampa mediation centres and groups throughout the world.

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