Buddhist Religion

Although raised Roman Catholic, Susan Stabile was ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun and devoted 20 years of her life to practicing Buddhism before returning to Catholicism in 2001. In Growing in Love and Wisdom, she draws on this unique dual perspective to explore the value of interreligious dialogue, the spiritual dynamics that operate across faith traditions, and how Buddhist meditation practices can deepen Christian prayer.

Thirty years ago, "mindfulness" was a Buddhist principle mostly obscure to the west. Today, it is a popular cure-all for Americans' daily problems. A massive and lucrative industry promotes mindfulness in every aspect of life, however mundane or unlikely: Americans of various faiths (or none at all) practice mindful eating, mindful sex, mindful parenting, mindfulness in the office, mindful sports, mindfulness-based stress relief and addiction recovery, and hire mindful divorce lawyers.

Buddhism goes beyond a philosophical framework; it's a way of life that has brought peace to millions over centuries. By meticulously applying these principles, many have transformed their lives and successfully turned pain into a source of growth and understanding. Now, join the exploration of how these practices can be a beacon in your life, bridging the gap between ancient wisdom and modern needs.

In this 10 part lecture series Sarah Shaw explores several stories from the Jatakas, stories of the previous lives of the Gautama Buddha both in human and animal form. The stories are entertaining and allegorical. Sarah connects these tales from fourth and fifth century B.C.E. with their relevance for our lives today.

The sacred arts play an essential, intrinsic role in Tibetan Buddhist practice. Here, one of the great practitioners and master artists of our time presents a guide to the Tibetan Buddhist path, from preliminary practices through enlightenment, from the artist's perspective. With profound wisdom, he shows how visual representations of the sacred in paintings, sculptures, mandalas, and stupas can be an essential support to practice throughout the path.

Si la respuesta a cualquiera de las preguntas anteriores es afirmativa, ha llegado al lugar adecuado. Este libro es una guía para principiantes sobre la práctica del Dzogchen, una forma de budismo tibetano que se cree que ha existido desde el comienzo de los tiempos. Este libro le introducirá en muchos conceptos nuevos.

Reincarnation has been a popular belief in cultures throughout the world for many millennia. The possibility that we lived before and may be born again, whether as a human or in some other form of existence, continues to fascinate us and features heavily in popular novels and movies, and also as a subject of recent scholarly studies. Although Buddhism is one of the religious traditions best known for asserting rebirth, the history and scope of Buddhist approaches to the idea has not received comprehensive treatment—until now.

A fascinating biography of Freda Bedi, an English woman who broke all the rules of gender, race, and religious background to become both a revolutionary in the fight for Indian independence and then a Buddhist icon. She was the first Western woman to become a Tibetan Buddhist nun - but that pioneering ordination was really just one in a life full of revolutionary acts. Freda Bedi broke the rules of gender, race, and religion - in many cases before it was thought that the rules were ready to be challenged.

Zen and Tao, A Little Book on Buddhist Though and Meditation is really not a short audiobook. It is a collection of Buddhist quotes, thoughts, and meditations from the school of Zen and the Tao. The Translations of the Hsin Hsin Ming, The Tao Te Ching, and Nargarjuna's Tree of Wisdom by Dennis Waller are included along with 50 selected quotes from Chuang Tzu, Okakura Kakuzo, and Buddha.

If you think meditation is only for monks, think again. Today's world seems to be growing more and more stressful by the minute - for all of us. So now, as a teacher of Tibetan Buddhist practice and a 21st-century woman, Lama Tsomo offers us time-tested tools for getting underneath our everyday worries and making our lives richer and more fulfilling. In Why Is the Dalai Lama Always Smiling? she acts as our lively, approachable guide to using the ancient traditions and practices of Tibetan Buddhism to find happiness and peace in this modern world.

Release yourself from the grips of anxiety and depression and unlock the door to inner peace using time-honored Buddhist practices that thousands are already embracing. Imagine a path that leads to calmness, a way to silence the chaos in your mind, guiding you gently through life's turbulent waters. It's the compassionate guidance of Buddhist wisdom, a philosophy not just about beliefs but about living…about embracing life with all its ups and downs.

禅宗认为，所有的烦恼与冲突都是源于对万物的分别和执著，而事实上万物是统一的、连续的。……禪宗認為，所有的煩惱與衝突都是源於對萬物的分別和執著，而事實上萬物是統一的、連續的。

My dear children, do not blame others for your lack of success. Seek the cause of your ills in yourselves. Unless you are blinded by vanity you will discover your fault, and having discovered it you will see the way out of it. The remedy for your ills, too, lies in yourselves. Never let your mental eyes be covered by the dust of selfishness. If you heed my words and obey these injunctions you will, when you come to die, continue to live in the good Karma that you have stored up, and your souls will be immortalised according to your deeds.

Este audiolivro conta a incrível história de um homem condenado à morte que se tornou uma das mais inspiradoras vozes do budismo nos Estados Unidos.

Join the author as he recalls his earliest encounters with Buddhism and his subsequent awakening on the Dharma path.

You’ve likely heard the terms, “karma” and “meditation” before, but do you know what these words really mean? While some Buddhist principles have been popularized in the west, most people outside of Asia still know very little about Buddhism as a whole. Whether you’re seeking spiritual fulfillment, a new perspective on life, or simply want to add some healthy habits to your routine, you’re in the right place.

Do you long to bring greater fulfillment, peace, and purpose into your everyday life? Do you struggle to choose joy as you face anxiety and depression each day? Or are you simply looking for a straightforward way to be happy and compassionate? If you answered yes to any of the questions above, this book will quickly change your life. The teachings of Buddhism have guided spiritual seekers for over 2,500 years. In our modern world, we can all benefit from the inner peace, selflessness, and higher knowledge that Buddhists practice each day.

Unlike other books which explain what Buddhism is, I'd like to focus on my insight into practicing Buddhism, the experience of practicing it, and getting positive results. Buddhism is not a religion. Besides meditation, it's only a way of living your life. It's based on an understanding of the principles, and there are certain rules to follow if one wants to achieve positive results in his or her life. This audiobook is going to help you better understand what Buddhism is, how it can benefit you, and how you can apply it in your daily routine.

Extraordinary Freedom is an approachable and straightforward invitation to open to life, to inquire within, and to go beyond confusion and live in the light of awareness. Although the book isn't filled with the esoteric language of the Buddhist tradition, it has the depth of this powerful wisdom tradition. By becoming conscious of our inner world, our habits, beliefs, neurosis, and attachments there is an opportunity to see their empty nature and in doing so transform our lives.

Hideo Yonezawa (1909-1991) was a physician who lectured and wrote extensively on Shin Buddhism from a layperson’s perspective. His thoughts are made available to English speakers for the first time in Marvin Harada’s translation of Awaken to Your True Self.