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  • Clear Answers to Burning Questions About Core Buddhist Teachings
  • Written by: Noah Rasheta
  • Narrated by: Will Damron
  • Length: 2 hrs and 30 mins
  • 4.9 out of 5 stars (27 ratings)

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Written by: Noah Rasheta
Narrated by: Will Damron
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Presented in a practical Q&A format, No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners is the most clear-cut introductory guide to understanding the essential concepts of Buddhism and how they relate to your daily life.  

How is an awakening different from enlightenment? Can agnostics and atheists be Buddhist? Am I supposed to stop thinking when I meditate? In No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners, renowned Buddhism teacher and host of the popular Secular Buddhism podcast, Noah Rasheta, delivers an easily accessible introduction to the teachings of Buddhism that answers these common questions and many more.  

With No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners you’ll gain a fundamental understanding of Buddhism and how to apply the philosophies in your everyday life, through:  

  • A simple four-part structure addressing the different aspects of Buddhism - the Buddha, key Buddhist concepts, the Buddha’s teachings, and current Buddhist practices 
  • Straightforward Q&A’s that simplify the vital concepts of Buddhism into easy-to-understand ideas 
  • “Everyday Buddhism” sidebars that make Buddhism less abstract by offering down-to-earth examples from everyday life 

Presented in a simple, conversational style, the information and guidance in No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners provides the groundwork that is necessary for building or continuing your own Buddhist practice. 

©2018 Noah Rasheta (P)2019 Audible, Inc.

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  • 2023-10-28

Phenomenal intro to Buddhism

An absolutely great way to get started in Buddhist practice. I recommend this as a way to get started

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Great intro

Easy to understand, good overview. You will know if these concepts are for you .. a

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Great intro to Buddhism!!

Just finished my first time reading, and I plan to repeat many more times.

Very simple concepts to grasp for any beginner. Applicable and straight forward. 10/10!!

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  • 2021-01-02

my favorite book ever

I loved this book. It's very well explained and easy to listen to. I highly recommend

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