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A Flash Of Lightning In The Dark Of Night

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1999

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Compassion is the guiding principle of the bodhisattvas, those who vow to attain enlightenment in order to liberate all sentient beings from the suffering and confusion of imperfect existence. To this end, they must renounce all self-centered goals and consider only the well-being of others. The bodhisattvas' enemies are the ego, passion, and hatred; their weapons are generosity, patience, perseverance, and wisdom. In Tibetan Buddhism, the Dalai Lama is considered to be a living embodiment of this spiritual ideal. His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama presents here a detailed manual of practical philosophy, based on The Way of the Bodhisattva (Bodhicharyavatara), a well-known text of Mahayana Buddhism written by Shantideva. The Dalai Lama explains and amplifies the text, alluding throughout to the experience of daily life and showing how anyone can develop bodhichitta , the wish for perfect enlightenment for the sake of others. This book will surely become a standard manual for all those who wish to make the bodhisattva ideal a living experience.

Language: English. Translator(s): The Padmakara Translation Group

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Cultivating A Daily Meditation

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1991

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Language: English.

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The Path To Enlightenment

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1995

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In this extensive teaching, the Dalai Lama beautifully elucidates the meaning of the path to enlightenment through his own direct spiritual advice and personal reflections. Based upon a very famous Tibetan text, this teaching presents in practical terms the essential instructions for the attainment of enlightenment. Its direct approach and lucid style make The Path to Enlightenment one of the most accessible introductions to Tibetan Buddhism ever published. His discourse draws out the meaning of the Third Dalai Lama's famous Essence of Refined Gold as he speaks directly to the reader, offering spiritual advice, personal reflections, and scriptural commentary. He says in practical terms what the student must do to attain enlightenment.

Language: English. Translator(s): Glenn H. Mullin

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The Good Heart - His Holiness the Dalai Lama explores the Heart of Christianity and of Humanity

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1997

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In the context of the John Main Seminar, which brought Christians and Buddhists together in friendship from around the world, The Dalai Lama gives us a model of dialogue for the coming era of global spirituality - respecting both the parallels and differences between these two traditions - and also illuminating the goodness of the human heart.

Language: English. Translator(s): Geshe Thupten Jinpa

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Tantra In Tibet

Dalai Lama ; Lama Tsongkhapa ; Hopkins Jeffrey

Publié en 1977

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This edition of Tantra in Tibet consists of three parts published under the auspices of the Dalai Lama. "Essence of Tantra" by H. H. the Dalai Lama reveals the highly practical and compassionate use of this science of spiritual development. His Holiness discusses tantra for practice, refuge, the three paths, greatness of mantra, clear light, and initiation. "The Great Exposition of Secret Mantra—part 1" by Tsong-ka-pa is one of the principal classic texts on tantra. It presents the main features common to all the Buddhist tantra systems as well as the differences between sutra and tantra. In this volume Tsong-ka-pa covers paths to Buddhahood, vajra vehicle, deity yoga, and method in the four tantras. "Supplement" by Jeffrey Hopkins discusses the meaning of emptiness, transformation, and the purpose of the four tantras. Tantra in Tibet is part of the Wisdom of Tibet series.

Language: English. Translator(s): Jeffrey Hopkins

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Prayers For The Teachings Of His Holiness The Dalai Lama

Inconnu

Publié en 1994

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Language: English. Translator(s): Gelongma Jampa Chokyi

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A Human Approach To World Peace

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1984

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When we rise in the morning and listen to the radio or read the newspaper, we are confronted with the same sad news: violence, crime, wars, and disasters. I cannot recall a single day without a report of something terrible happening somewhere. Even in these modern times it is clear that one's precious life is not safe. No former generation has had to experience so much bad news as we face today; this constant awareness of fear and tension should make any sensitive and compassionate person question seriously the progress of our modem world. It is ironic that the more serious problems emanate from the more industrially advanced societies. Science and technology have worked wonders in many fields, but the basic human problems remain. There is unprecedented literacy, yet this universal education does not seem to have fostered goodness, but only mental restlessness and discontent instead. There is no doubt about the increase in our material progress and technology, but somehow this is not sufficient as we have not yet succeeded in bringing about peace and happiness or in overcoming suffering. We can only conclude that there must be something seriously wrong with our progress and development, and if we do not check it in time there could be disastrous consequences for the future of humanity. I am not at all against science and technology- they have contributed inunensely to the overall experience of humankind; to our material comfort and well-being and to our greater understanding of the world we live in. But if we give too much emphasis to science and technology we are in danger of losmg touch w1th those aspects of human knowledge and understanding that aspire towards honesty and altruism. Science and technology, though capable of creating immeasurable material comfort, cannot replace the age-old spiritual and humanitarian values that have largely shaped world civilization, all its national forms, as we know it today. No one can deny the unprecedented material benefit of science and technology, but our basic human problems remm.; we are still faced with the smne, if not more, suffering, fear, and tension. Thus it is only logical to try to strike a balance between material development on the one hand and the development of spiritual, human values on the other. In order to bring about this great adjustment, we need to revive our humanitarian values. I do not speak as a Buddhist or even as a Tibetan. Nor do I speak as an expert on international politics (though I unavoidably comment on these matters). Rather, I speak simply as a human being, as an upholder of the humanitarian values that are the bedrock not only of Mahayana Buddhism but of all the great world religions. From this perspective I share with you my personal outlook- that: - 1 universal humanitarianism is essential to solve global problems; - 2 compassion is the pillar of world peace; - 3 all world religions are already for world peace in this way, as are all humanitarians of whatever ideology; - 4 each individual has a universal responsibility to shape institutions to serve human needs.

Language: English.

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The Little Book Of Wisdom

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1997

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"True compassion is universal in scope. It is accompanied by a feeling of responsibility", said the Dalai Lama. This text provides a philosophy for our troubled times, and reveals a clear path to spiritual growth and enlightenment. It covers such themes as peace, love, religion, and justice. This gem, the sequel to The Dalai Lama's Little Book of Inner Peace, contains the essence of the Dalai Lama's teachings on life and death. Think of this as the essential guide to both living and dying well from one of the most important spiritual teachers of the 20th and 21st centuries. Among the topics covered are: - Contentment, Joy and Living Well - Facing Death and Dying - Dealing with Anger and Emotion - Compassion--the Basis for Human Happiness - Giving and Receiving.

Language: English.

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A Crystal Wishing Gem

Reting Rinpoche

Publié en 1981

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A Prayer for the Long Life of His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama.

Language: English. Translator(s): Tsepak Rigzin ; Glenn H. Mullin.

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The Union Of Bliss And Emptiness : A Commentary on Guru Yoga Practice

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1988

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Guru yoga is the force that gives vitality to a serious practitioner's meditation. Combining the essential aspects of the sutra path with the profound tantric techniques that activate the latent spiritual forces within us, it lays the framework of the entire Buddhist path and sets down the guidelines for undertaking a complete form of practice on a daily basis. Tantric meditation depends largely upon inspiration, and this practice taps the inspiration of unbroken lineage.

Language: English. Translator(s): Geshe Thupten Jinpa

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The Last Dalai Lama

Goodman Michael Harris

Publié en 1987

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A Biography.

Language: English.
Subsection: BIOGRAPHIES.

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Kindness, Clarity, And Insight

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1988

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Kindness, Clarity and Insight This beloved classic brings together in one volume all the major themes of the Dalai Lama’s teachings. Drawn from the lectures he gave during his first three visits to North America, the book covers the core subject matter of Tibetan Buddhism, as presented for the first time to an English-speaking audience. The chapters are arranged developmentally from simple to complex topics, which include the luminous nature of the mind, the four noble truths, karma, the common goals of the world’s religions, meditation, deities, and selflessness. Central to all these teachings is the necessity of compassion—which the Dalai Lama says is the essence of religion and the most precious thing there is.

Language: English. Translator(s):: JEFFREY HOPKINS

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