Book Summary
The wisdom of Buddhism lies in its remorseless quest to see things as they really are, freed from the delusions created by egotism, greed, hatred and ignorance. Over the last two and a half thousand years, this deeply compassionate tradition has evolved into a philosophy of self-understanding that encourages a life of calm holiness. The distillation of Buddhist wisdom within this exquisite anthology draws upon a vast spectrum of writings, from the ancient Dhammapada to the words of the Dalai Lama, and gives guidance on everything from the path to happiness to coping with suffering. Whether turned to in times of trouble or simply for spiritual enlightenment, the following pages will be treasured forever as a unique source of timeless wisdom. This distillation of Buddhist wisdom is drawn from a wide range of writings, and gives guidance on everything from the path to happiness to coping with suffering.
Book Details
Book Name | Wisdom Of Buddhism |
Author | Mel Thompson |
Publisher | Oneworld Publications (Jun 2000) |
ISBN | 9781851682263 |
Pages | 224 |
Language | English |
Price | 596 |