Teachings of the Buddha
$25.39
- Paperback
218 pages
- Release Date
9 November 1993
Summary
This treasury of essential Buddhist writings draws from the most popular Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese sources. Among the selections are 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, and songs in praise of meditation by Zen teachers. The book also includes traditional instruction on how to practice sitting meditation, cultivate calm…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9780877738602 |
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| ISBN-10: | 0877738602 |
| Author: | Jack Kornfield |
| Publisher: | Shambhala |
| Imprint: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 218 |
| Release Date: | 9 November 1993 |
| Weight: | 96g |
| Dimensions: | 114mm x 77mm x 18mm |
| Series: | Shambhala Pocket Classics |
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Critics Review
“A remarkably readable book that records some of the earliest recorded sayings of the historic Buddha.“— East and West Series
“An inspirational treasury of essential teachings from Buddhist literature—selected by one of the best-known American Buddhist teachers.“— Snow Lion
About The Author
Jack Kornfield
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.
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