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The remarkable true story of the miraculous journey that made the Dalai Lama into the man he is today and sparked the fight for Tibetan freedom. In the early weeks of 1959, a bloody uprising gripped the streets of the Tibetan capital of Lhasa as ragtag Tibetan rebels faced off against their Communist Chinese occupiers. Realizing that the impending battle would result in a bloodbath and his own capture, the young Dalai Lama began planning an audacious escape to India, a two-week journey.

The Dīghanikāya or Long Discourses of the Buddha is one of the four major collections of teachings from the early period of Buddhism. Its 34 suttas (in Sanskrit, sutras) demonstrate remarkable breadth in both content and style, forming a comprehensive collection. The Art of Listening gives an introduction to the Dīghanikāya and demonstrates the historical, cultural, and spiritual insights that emerge when we view the Buddhist suttas as oral literature.

Theravada Buddhism, often understood as the school that most carefully preserved the practices taught by the Buddha, has undergone tremendous change over time. Prior to Western colonialism in Asia—which brought Western and modernist intellectual concerns, such as the separation of science and religion, to bear on Buddhism—there existed a tradition of embodied, esoteric, and culturally regional Theravada meditation practices.

Is there more to Buddhism than sitting in silent meditation? Is modern Buddhism relevant to the problems of daily life? Does it empower individuals to transform their lives? Or has Buddhism become too detached, so still and quiet that the Buddha has fallen asleep? Waking the Buddha tells the story of the Soka Gakkai International, the largest, most dynamic Buddhist movement in the world today - and one that is waking up and shaking up Buddhism so it can truly work in ordinary people's lives.

The Japanese believe everyone has an ikigai—a reason for being that fills each day with meaning. And in a small village in Japan known as Okinawa, where people live longer than anywhere else in the world, finding your ikigai is the key to a happier, healthier life. But what is ikigai, exactly? It's where your passions, your talents, your values, and your livelihood all align. It's the sweet spot that fuels your days with purpose and joy, the reason you leap out of bed each morning eager to embrace the world.

Beyond Buddha: Tracing the Origins of Buddhism is an in-depth exploration of the historical and cultural context that gave rise to one of the world's most influential religions. This comprehensive book offers a compelling journey through the earliest origins of Buddhism, tracing its evolution over thousands of years and across multiple continents.

L'Autore descrive in versi liberi la storia di come Buddha, il Principe Siddharta, dopo la grande rinuncia, ottenne l'illuminazione. Il poema, che, pubblicato nel 1879, ebbe un immediato successo soprattutto in Inghilterra e America, e fu tradotto in trenta lingue, compreso in Hindi, è un libero adattamento del Lalitavistara Sutra, che racconta la storia di Gautama Buddha fino al suo primo sermone nel Parco dei Cervi vicino a Varanasi.

A Tibetan lama tells his life story, from childhood with nomadic parents to his entrance into a monastic community, participation in Buddhist retreats, recognition as a reincarnated lama, meeting with the present 14th Dalai Lama of Tibet, and studying and training in the Dzogchen tradition of Buddhism for service as a teacher to the world—based for the last 10 years in California.

In today’s fast-paced world, discovering pure serenity can appear like an impossible task, especially for busy professionals. Author, Stoic Yogi guides you to practical strategies that are based on ancient wisdom from notable philosophers, Buddha and Marcus Aurelius. Expect to dive into the core principles of mindfulness, Stoicism and Buddhism, while simultaneously learning how to integrate them into your daily life. The concept of the transformative power of dichotomy will enlighten you by encouraging you to focus on what you can control and let go of the uncontrollable in your life.

The Chiang Mai travel guide is a historical guide that offers travelers a comprehensive overview of the city and its rich cultural heritage. The guide features a curated selection of hot spots to visit, including must-see attractions like the Old City, Doi Suthep, and the Elephant Nature Park, as well as lesser-known gems like Baan Kang Wat Artist Village and the Chiang Mai Grand Canyon.

Au-delà du Bouddha offre une exploration fascinante et perspicace de l'une des plus grandes traditions spirituelles du monde. \Au-delà de Bouddha : Retracer les origines du bouddhisme est une exploration approfondie du contexte historique et culturel qui a donné naissance à l'une des religions les plus influentes du monde.

Jenseits von Buddha bietet eine fesselnde und aufschlussreiche Erkundung einer der großen spirituellen Traditionen der Welt!" "Jenseits von Buddha: Auf den Spuren der Ursprünge des Buddhismus" ist eine gründliche Erforschung des historischen und kulturellen Kontextes, aus dem eine der einflussreichsten Religionen der Welt hervorgegangen ist. Dieses umfassende Buch bietet eine fesselnde Reise durch die frühesten Ursprünge des Buddhismus und zeichnet seine Entwicklung über Tausende von Jahren und über mehrere Kontinente hinweg nach.

Dive into the transformative world of mindfulness with "Mindfulness for Beginners" your comprehensive gateway to inner peace and profound self-discovery! In this engaging and empowering guide, explore the rich tapestry of mindfulness from its ancient roots to its cutting-edge scientific validation. Uncover the fascinating history and delve into the groundbreaking research studies that illuminate its benefits for mental, emotional, and physical well-being.

Providing an inside view into the Chinese occupation of Tibet and the tenets of Bön, one of the world’s oldest but least known religions, this book chronicles the true story of three Bön monks who heroically escaped occupied Tibet and went on to rebuild their culture through incredible resilience, determination, and passion.