Ancient Wisdom, Modern World, 9780349112541
Paperback
Timeless wisdom for a modern life, beyond belief and fulfillment.

Ancient Wisdom, Modern World

ethics for the new millennium

  • Paperback

    256 pages

  • Release Date

    30 April 2000

Summary

Timeless Wisdom for a Meaningful Life

In a world dominated by science and technology, where traditional beliefs fade and ethics become subjective, how do we find a moral compass for our lives?

The Dalai Lama reveals universal principles that transcend belief, offering guidance beyond the confines of religion. He presents a clear and compelling approach to spirituality, dispelling mystery with practical wisdom.

With wit, insight, and gentle good sense, he demonstrates…

Book Details

ISBN-13:9780349112541
ISBN-10:0349112541
Author:His Holiness The Dalai Lama, The Dalai Lama, Alexander Norman
Publisher:Little, Brown Book Group
Imprint:Abacus
Format:Paperback
Number of Pages:256
Release Date:30 April 2000
Weight:172g
Dimensions:178mm x 109mm x 19mm
What They're Saying

Critics Review

This is a book for our time

Invaluable … A blueprint for an ethical way of life - DAILY TELEGRAPH

This is a book for our time - IRELAND ON SUNDAY

All the qualities he proposes are achievable and are things we could practice daily by showing just a little thought … A clearly written and straightforward book which, I think, achieves its purpose of approaching ethics based on universal rather than religious principles - SPECTATOR

A clearly written and straightforward book… If we could only follow the Dalai Lama’s advice to the world for a new millenium and cultivate a commitment to the principle of universal responsibility and experiment with unconditional love, not only would we - SPECTATOR

About The Author

His Holiness The Dalai Lama

His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people and of Tibetan Buddhism. He was awarded the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989 and the U.S. Congressional Gold Medal in 2007. He is the author of, among many other books, the international bestseller An Appeal to the World and the New York Times bestseller The Book of Joy, which he coauthored with Archbishop Desmond Tutu. He lives in exile in Dharamsala, India.

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