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  • Learn to Live in the Now and Find Peace from Within
  • Written by: Sam Siv
  • Narrated by: Dan Gallagher
  • Length: 2 hrs and 38 mins
  • 4.6 out of 5 stars (21 ratings)

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Buddhism: A Beginners Guide Book for True Self Discovery and Living a Balanced and Peaceful Life

Written by: Sam Siv
Narrated by: Dan Gallagher
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Publisher's Summary

Find out all about mysterious Buddhism, its origins, its secrets, and its answers to the challenges of modern life.

This book contains a basic overview of Buddhism, including the life of Buddha and the various kinds of Buddhism that have developed. It takes a look at all the key concepts and most important teachings, methods, and insights in a way that is easy to understand. Filled with a wealth of common sense and other worldly wisdom, the path to enlightenment is considered. Learn about meditation, mindfulness, happiness, samadhi, nirvana, and all the other important concepts that have helped shape our understanding of reality. Find out about Zen Buddhism and study all the basic elements that make the Buddha dharma so compelling to people of all walks of life.

What you'll learn....

  • Learn about Siddartha Guatama, who became the Buddha
  • Find out about different Buddhist schools
  • Understand meditation, mindfulness, and awareness
  • Learn about relaxing and letting go and their benefits
  • Find out what samadhi is all about
  • Find out about karma, whether good or bad
  • Discover the teachings about reincarnation
  • Learn about impermanence and how that affects you
  • Consider the status of women in Buddhism
  • Find out what Buddhism means in practical life
  • Discover the wisdom latent inside you
  • Learn to let go of anger and frustration
  • Learn how all things are connected, including you
  • Discover new mental possibilities
  • Find your own path to enlightenment
  • Much, much more!

Make use of this book today to educate yourself about one of the most popular ideas in history: transcending the mundane and discovering the ultimate. Get to know Buddhism intimately and understand why it has had such a powerful effect on the world.

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A simplle explanation of Buddhism

I have been wanting to explore Buddhism for a long time. This beginners guide was easy to listen to and gave me an excellent understanding of the ideology. It gave me enough insight to want to explore more. The narration was excellent with a soothing tone and cadence.

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Fantastic book!

I really enjoyed this short book on Buddhism. Simple, yet comprehensive and to the point, this book is a great introduction to Buddhism. I recommend it.

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Excellent book. Both narrated, and substitive.

I really did enjoy this book. Clear and concise. Insightful and meaningful. Overall, very much worth the time.

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Very comprehensive introduction to Buddhism

I have been looking for a book that could really give me a good explanation on all aspects of Buddhism. This book is a great starting base for anyone wanting to really understand the main principles as well as begin their practice. I highly recommend this book!

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Great Introductory Material

Without a doubt a great way to understand the origin of buddhism and to learn more about the original teachings.

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Short, sweet and succinct

I love this little book, it delivers the information in few words and leaves me appreciating where I am now and feeling inspired to continue to grow.

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Simple and Easy to Understand

really enjoyed this little book about very important teachings. I appreciated the story telling as well as the thought out explanations of the concepts and teachings. Will definately keep this in my library to refer back to.

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Touches upon a few interesting topics.

I always look forward to 'ah-ha' moments in a book. There were none for me.

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