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An Introduction to Buddhism by Roger Allam

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An Introduction to Buddhism

Roger Allam, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Shambhala Publications

Shambhala · Print & ebook · July 17, 2018

Reading lane: Tibetan Buddhism

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At a Glance

Why This Clicks

Clear Entry Point

A clear entry point that keeps the tradition legible without sanding off its depth.

Come here for

  • clear Buddhist fundamentals
  • practical, beginner-friendly orientation

Expect

  • accessible, layered pacing
  • philosophical and spiritual framing

Book Details

Authors
Roger Allam, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Shambhala Publications
Publisher
Shambhala
Published
July 17, 2018
Format
Print & ebook
Theme
Tibetan Buddhism · Buddhist History
Reading lane
Tibetan Buddhism

Affinity

Publisher Categories

  • Buddhist Thought

  • Buddhist Practice & Ritual

  • Tibetan Buddhism

About This Book

His Holiness the Dalai Lama presents the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice, covering the Four Noble Truths and two essential texts. There is no one more suited to introduce beginners—and remind seasoned practitioners—of the fundamentals of Tibetan Buddhism than His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Speaking to an audience of Western students, the Dalai Lama shows us how to apply basic Buddhist principles to our day-to-day lives. Starting with t...

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His Holiness the Dalai Lama presents the perfect introduction to traditional Tibetan Buddhist thought and practice, covering the Four Noble Truths and two essential texts. There is no one more suited to introduce beginners—and remind seasoned practitioners—of the fundamentals of Tibetan Buddhism than His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Speaking to an audience of Western students, the Dalai Lama shows us how to apply basic Buddhist principles to our day-to-day lives. Starting with the very foundation of Buddhism, the Four Noble Truths, he provides the framework for understanding the Buddha’s first teachings on suffering, happiness, and peace. He follows with commentary on two of Buddhism’s most profound texts: The Eight Verses on Training the Mind and Atisha’s Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment , often referring to the former as one of his main sources of inspiration for the practice of compassion. With clear, accessible language and the familiar sense of humor that infuses nearly all of his work, the Dalai Lama invites us all to develop innermost awareness, a proper understanding of the nature of reality, and heartfelt compassion for all beings. This book was previously published under the title Lighting the Way .

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