The Buddha's Noble Eightfold Path (Buddhist Wisdom for Today)
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| Rating | : | 4.60 (820 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1899579818 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 176 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2013-11-28 |
| Language | : | English |
DESCRIPTION:
A respected translator and author of over fifty books, Sangharakshita began studying BUddhism at the age of 16. After 20 years studying in India he returned to England and set up the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order which has over 65 centres worldwide, including the USA.
One starts with a vision, a moment of insight, then transformation of thoughts, and follows in the light of that truth.This teaching is explored in relation to every aspect of life and is a treasury of wisdom and practical guidance. The reader is taken deeper than in most introductions, while always remaining practical, inspiring, and accessible. This is the first in a new series, Buddhist Wisdom for Today.Sangharakshita is a leading Western Buddhist teacher and a popular author of more than thirty books on Buddhism.. The Noble Eightfold Path—the Buddha’s first teaching—is a timeless truth
Five Stars Jim Lee as advertised. The best presentation the the Buddha's primary teachings. John I. Oines This audio book, incorrectly identified as fiction, is the most comprehensive, well explained and literal explanation the the Buddha's Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path to enlightenment that I have ever come across. I have listened to, or read, 8-10 texts on this . Wonderful for Beginning or Advanced Students of Buddhism Dharma This set of CDs is providing a great summary of some of the basic elements and philosophy behind the 8-fold path. The narrator's soothing voice makes this a true pleasure to listen to, again and again. It is a lot of information, so repeated listening is probably nec
- Maine Portland, Audio File . The precepts that form this path are fundamental to an understanding of Buddhism but may also be of interest for their non-Western perspective on many matters of common concern. Kulananda's narration is reminiscent of listening to a teacher who has extensive lecture notes that are highly familiar and who has a relaxed and easy presentation style. The concepts are simply presented and accessible for those who have no prior exposure to the teachings of Buddhism