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Introductions to Buddhism


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A Path with Heart: A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spiritual Life
A Path with Heart: A Guide Through the Perils and Promises of Spiritual Life
by Jack Kornfield
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Perhaps the most important book yet written on meditation, the process of inner transformation, and the integration of spiritual practice into our American way of life, A Path with Heart brings alive one by one the challenges of spiritual living in the... (read more)

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What the Buddha Taught
What the Buddha Taught
by Walpola Sri Rahula
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This comprehensive, compact, lucid, and faithful account of the Buddha's teachings persistently enjoys great popularity in colleges, universities, and theological schools both here and abroad. "An exposition of Buddhism conceived in a resolutely modern... (read more)

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An Introduction to Buddhism: Teachings, History and Practices
An Introduction to Buddhism: Teachings, History and Practices
by Peter Harvey
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This book is a comprehensive introduction to Buddhist tradition as it has developed in three major cultural areas in Asia, and to Buddhism as it is now developing in the West. It is intended to be a textbook for students of religious and Asian studies... (read more)

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Buddhism Plain and Simple
Buddhism Plain and Simple
by Steve Hagen
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"Buddhism Plain and Simple" offers a clear, straightforward treatise on Buddhism in general and on awareness in particular. Steve Hagan presents the Buddha's uncluttered, original teachings in everyday, accessible language unencumbered by religious... (read more)

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Buddhism for Dummies (For Dummies)
Buddhism for Dummies (For Dummies)
by Jonathan Landaw
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Covers daily observances, meditation practices, and making pilgrimages Explore the fascinating history of Buddhism What’s the significance of Buddha? How can the practice of Buddhism enrich your everyday life? This guide explains the important... (read more)

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Very Short Introductions #03: Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction
Very Short Introductions #03: Buddhism: A Very Short Introduction
by Damien Keown
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This accessible volume covers both the teachings of the Buddha and the integration of Buddhism into daily life. What are the distinctive features of Buddhism? What or who is the Buddha, and what are his teachings? How has Buddhist thought developed over... (read more)

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Lotus Still Blooms (08 Edition)
Lotus Still Blooms (08 Edition)
by Joan M. Gattuso
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The Lotus Still Blooms is the ideal book for every reader who would like to understand Buddhist principles, but doesn’t know where to start. Eastern wisdom traditions are often baffling for Western minds – where to begin in uncovering the... (read more)

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The Vision of the Buddha with Other (Living Wisdom)
The Vision of the Buddha with Other (Living Wisdom)
by Tom Lowenstein
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One of the world's great Eastern religions, Buddhism has become an increasingly potent influence in the West. This book is a vivid, richly illustrated guide to the history and legends of Buddhism, and to the main themes and beliefs in the Buddhist... (read more)

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Buddhism a Short Introduction
Buddhism a Short Introduction
by Klaus Klostermaier
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This meticulous introduction to the Buddhist tradition not only explores the origins of the movement, but also offers a detailed study of its schools, doctrines, and practices in addition to introducing all the major texts.... (read more)

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Complete Idiots Guide To Understanding Buddhism
Complete Idiots Guide To Understanding Buddhism
by Gary Gach
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Enlightenment has never been easierwith this updated guide. There's more to Buddhism than meditation and mantrasand this fully updated guide is what every reader needs on the path to enlightenment. With expanded information on the practice of Buddhism in... (read more)

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Introducing Buddha (Introducing)
Introducing Buddha (Introducing)
by Jane Hope
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Describing the life and teachings of the Buddha, Hope shows that enlightenment is a matter of experiencing the truth individually and by inspiration which is passed from teacher to student. The book explains the practices of meditation, Taoism and Zen... (read more)

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The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Buddhism (Complete Idiot's Guides)
The Complete Idiot's Guide to Understanding Buddhism (Complete Idiot's Guides)
by Gary Gach
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Enlightenment has never been easier—with this updated guide. There’s more to Buddhism than meditation and mantras—and this fully updated guide is what every reader needs on the path to enlightenment. With expanded information on the practice of... (read more)

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Buddha : a Very Short Introduction ((Rev)96 Edition)
Buddha : a Very Short Introduction ((Rev)96 Edition)
by Michael Carrithers
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In this valuable introduction, Michael Carrithers guides us through the complex and sometimes conflicting information that Buddhist texts give us about the life and teaching of the Buddha. He discusses the social and political background of India in the... (read more)

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Buddhism: A Way of Life and Thought
Buddhism: A Way of Life and Thought
by Nancy Wilson Ross
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Explains the origins, development and basic principles of the religion followed by nearly one-quarter of the people on earth.... (read more)

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World of the Buddha
World of the Buddha
by Lucien Stryk
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This is a selection from among the most significant texts in the body of Buddhist literature, culled especially for readers who want a rich, varied, and comprehensive collection in one volume, and includes translations from Pali, Sanskrit, Tibetan... (read more)

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Buddha: The Enlightened One
Buddha: The Enlightened One
by Gabriel Mandel Khan
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In the 6th century B.C., Prince Siddhartha Gautama, the man destined to become the Buddha, was born. After having a series of four visions, he sought religious enlightenment and established original Buddhism. Here is his story and the history of his... (read more)

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Buddhism for Beginners
Buddhism for Beginners
by Thubten Chodron
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Buddhism for Beginners answers the fundamental questions and issues that arise in the minds of modern Western individuals who are new to this tradition of practical spirituality. Written in clear and engaging language, this book presents the Buddhist... (read more)

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Beginning Mindfulness: Learning the Way of Awareness: A Ten Week Course
Beginning Mindfulness: Learning the Way of Awareness: A Ten Week Course
by Andrew Weiss
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Intended for laypeople practicing in their work and family lives without the luxury of long meditation retreats, "Beginning Mindfulness" is deeply rooted in Buddhist practice but remains unbound by one particular Buddhist tradition.... (read more)

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Introducing Buddha 2ND Edition
Introducing Buddha 2ND Edition
by Jane Hope
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The truth of Buddhism, its history and variety of practices.... (read more)

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Tell Me Something about Buddhism: Questions and Answers for the Curious Beginner
Tell Me Something about Buddhism: Questions and Answers for the Curious Beginner
by Zenju Earthlyn Manuel
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For anyone curious about the teachings of Buddha and modern Buddhist practice, Tell Me Something about Buddhism offers the perfect introduction. Written by Soto Zen priest Zenju Earthlyn Manuel and organized in an easy-to-use Question and Answer format... (read more)

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