In 1994 a researcher working in the Italian National Library in Rome discovered a manuscript containing 80 mysterious paintings, believed to have been devised by the mysterious prophet Michael de Nostredame, better known as Nostradamus.
Wisdom Wide and Deep is a comprehensive guide to an in-depth training that emphasizes the application of concentrated attention (jhana) to profound and liberating insight (vipassana).
In a time of particularly strong violence and conflict, whole regions of the globe are engaged in ideological struggles, rooted in widespread ignorance and fear.
Christopher Titmuss believes that the work of the great Buddhist writers can provide profound spiritual, religious, social, political and environmental insights.
One Arrow, One Life is a classic treatise on kyudo, the art of traditional Japanese archery, and its relation to the ideals and practice of Zen Buddhism.
Dzigar Kongtrul guides us through intelligent reasoning to identify our deluded perception of a truly existing self and shows us the key to awakening from this fundamental confusion.
In lebensnahen Geschichten und Beispielen aus ihrem alltäglichen Erleben beschreibt die angesehene, hochbetagte japanische Zen-Meisterin Shundo Aoyama Roshi Alternativen zu unserem oft hektischen, von Konkurrenz bestimmten modernen Leben.
The Dalai Lama tells the life story of his remarkable teacher, Ling Rinpoche, who remained a powerful anchor for him from childhood and into his emergence as a global spiritual leader.
Inspired by years of scholarly training and decades of solitary retreat, Tibetan monk Gen Lamrimpa offers a concise overview of all phases of the Kalachakra practice: the preliminaries, the initiation, and finally, the stages of generation and completion.
Adeu Rinpoches story is not about the horrors he endured under the Communist takeover of Tibet--he himself notes that many other people underwent much worse hardships, not to mention all those that died--but rather the way in which he told his tale.
In this unique and important book, one of the world's great spiritual leaders offers his practical wisdom and advice on how we can overcome everyday human problems and achieve lasting happiness.
Born out of a decade of discussion and collaboration between The Monk and the Management Consultant - His Holiness the Dalai Lama and Laurens van den Muyzenberg - The Leader's Way represents the synthesis of East and West and provides an inspiring manifesto for business change.
Though I was not on the Isle of Patmos as John, I was humbled and moved during the wee hours of April 22, 2013, when I saw these words: "e;Copying the Image of God (Maturity).
Alan Watts - noted author and respected authority on Far Eastern thought - studied Taoism extensively, and in his final years moved to a quiet cabin in the mountains and dedicated himself almost exclusively to meditating and writing on the Tao.
In Repeating the Words of the Buddha, Tulku UrgyenRinpoche unfolds the path to enlightenment, which is simplythe gradual uncovering of the awakened state alreadypresent in us.
Masao Abe: A Zen Life of Dialogue is a compilation of essays that cover the life and work of Masao Abe, perhaps one of the greatest Zen Buddhist communicators of the twentieth century.
Even though hundreds of thousands of people have attended a Kalachakra empowerment, very few actually know how to put the Kalachakra teachings into practice.
*; Describes how the author gave up her life of comfort to move to the first Tibetan Buddhist monastery in the West, Kagyu Samye Ling*; Details her 18-month pilgrimage around the world inspired by the compassion and wisdom of the female Buddha Green Tara and her entourage of 21 emanations*; Woven throughout with Tibetan Buddhist teachings and methods, including practices with Green Tara and White TaraCan traditional spiritual practices bring about radical change for a happier existence in modern life?
Using examples gained from Joseph Emet's extensive experience of teaching mindfulness practices to thousands of people, you can learn how to reduce stress in the workplace, manage depression, build better relationships and enjoy life.
Masao Abe: A Zen Life of Dialogue is a compilation of essays that cover the life and work of Masao Abe, perhaps one of the greatest Zen Buddhist communicators of the twentieth century.
One of the best-known and best-loved works of Buddhist literature, the Dhammapada forms part of the oldest surviving body of Buddhist writings, and is traditionally regarded as the authentic teachings of the Buddha himself, spoken by him in his lifetime, and memorized and handed on by his followers after his death.
One Arrow, One Life is a classic treatise on kyudo, the art of traditional Japanese archery, and its relation to the ideals and practice of Zen Buddhism.
Medieval Churchmen heard the legend of Prince Siddhartha (the Bodhisattva, or Buddha-to-be) renouncing his wealth and seeking salvation as a monk, but they mistook it for the history of some Christian monk named Iodasaph (a corruption of Bodhisattva).
A guide to psychedelics and Buddhist practice*; Presents guidance and techniques for Buddhists who wish to incorporate psychedelics into their practice as well as for psychonauts who are interested in the maps of inner space provided by Buddhism*; Explores the use of psychedelics in Buddhist practice, sharing the kind of spiritual experiences that can be gained with each*; Describes meditation techniques, with special attention being given to the generation of the Four Positive AttitudesIn this user's guide to psychedelic Buddhism, Lama Mike Crowley presents techniques for Buddhists who wish to incorporate psychedelics into their practice as well as for psychonauts who are interested in the maps of inner space provided by Buddhism.
Alan Watts - noted author and respected authority on Far Eastern thought - studied Taoism extensively, and in his final years moved to a quiet cabin in the mountains and dedicated himself almost exclusively to meditating and writing on the Tao.
