Enlightened Enough: A Buddhist's Look at How We Can Be Happy at Least Now, Maybe Forever
| Author | : | |
| Rating | : | 4.39 (659 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1478729155 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 168 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2015-01-04 |
| Language | : | English |
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For the Buddhist, however, who has no God, the source of one's morality is inborn and changed by life experience. People lead their lives based on a code of morality. And still others, overtly or secretly, entertain the possibility that we go nowhere; our lives end at death, and our bodies disintegrate. In Enlightened Enough, Parakrama Chandrasoma applies Buddhist philosophy in its most basic form to the way he conducts his life. Is Enlightenment the Road to Heaven, Nirvanaor Nowhere? Many religions believe in some equivalent of Heaven or Hell, where one is transported after death to live in eternal bliss or agony. Whether Heaven, Hell
His greatest pride and joy relate to his family, with whom he has created a haven of peace in Pasadena, California. About the Author: Parakrama Chandrasoma spent his formative years in Sri Lanka, heavily influenced by Theravada Buddhism. His application of this philosophy to daily life has enabled him to overcome adversity and achieve contentment and academic success.
It was an intelligent overview and narrowed down so many issues that each James Korsen This book was a surprising and delightful read. The author provided a completely understandable overview of Buddhist beliefs and approaches to life, followed by real life examples that ranged from deep to hilarious and all of which were quite compelling. He was not at al. Several people recommended this book as a good light read Sarosh Atapattu Several people recommended this book as a good light read. I bought the book, but being a Christian It took me some time to start reading it, as I believed it to delve deeply into theology and religion. However when I read the first chapter, I realized how wrong my preco. A great read! B & D Aponso A very enjoyable and thought provoking book. A personal portrayal of the authors philosophy of life and road to achieving a "happy state of being". It is not a "how to" book or a recipe to happiness but an account of how following the primary tenants of any religion and
His application of this philosophy to daily life has enabled him to overcome adversity and achieve contentment and academic success. . His greatest pride and joy relate to his family, with whom he has created a haven of peace in Pasadena, California. About the Author About the Author: Parakrama Chandrasoma spent his formative years in Sri Lanka, heavily influenced by Theravada Buddhism