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Buddhism : everything you need to understand this ancient tradition / Jacky Sach.

Essential Buddhism (other title)
Sach, Jacky. (Author).

Summary:

"Walk your talk. Be present. Take a deep breath. These timeless Buddhist tenets have made their way into our modern culture--yet to many people, this ancient tradition remains a mystery. For a greater understanding of this faith based on the principles of compassion and nonviolence, you need to look no farther than [this book]. This engaging and enlightening volume examines the Buddha's core teachings, explores the ways and means of enlightenment, and elucidates the mystical aspects of Buddhism. From the four noble truths and the eightfold path to reincarnation and the Dalai Lama, you'll learn how these age-old Buddhist precepts can apply to your life in today's world--one breath at a time."--Back cover.

Record details

  • ISBN: 1598691295
  • ISBN: 9781598691290
  • Physical Description: xii, 289 pages : illustrations ; 24 cm.
  • Publisher: Avon, MA : Adams Media, [2006]

Content descriptions

General Note:
"Previously published as The everything Buddhism book, c2003, F+W Publications"--T.p. verso.
Bibliography, etc. Note:
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Formatted Contents Note:
Top ten pearls of Buddhist wisdom found in this book -- Under the bodhi tree: the Buddhist way -- The Buddha: history and legend -- The Buddha's teachings: the four noble truths -- The Buddha's teachings: the eightfold path -- The Buddha's ethics -- The Buddhist community -- Karma -- The Buddhist cosmos -- Buddhism in India: life after Buddha -- The three vehicles -- The spread of Buddhism -- Tibetan Buddhism -- Zen practice -- Meditation practice -- Nirvana -- Ceremony and celebration -- Life and death and other practical matters -- Buddhist art -- Buddha and the West -- Practicing Buddhism -- Glossary -- Buddhist monasteries and practice centers in the United States.

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