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A Survey Of Buddhism

Bhikshu Sangharakshita

Publié en 1980

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Language: English.

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Foundations Of Tibetan Mysticism

Anagarika Govinda

Publié en 1977

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A complete explanation of the esoteric principles of Mantra that also clarifies the differences between Hindu and Tibetan yoga. Translated into many languages, this is an important text for any student of Buddhism. With bibliography, index, and illustrations.

Language: English.
Subsection: THERAVADA.

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The Progress Of Insight : A Treatise on Satipatthana Meditation

Mahasi Sayadaw

Publié en 1965

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The practice of Vipassana or insight meditation was described by the Buddha as the “direct way” for the overcoming of all sorrow and grief and for realizing Nibbana, the state of perfect liberation from suffering. The essence of this practice consists in the four foundations of mindfulness: mindful contemplation of the body, feelings, states of mind, and mind objects.

Language: English. Translator(s): Nyanaponika Thera.

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Not Turning Away - The Practice of Engaged Buddhism

Collective

Publié en 2004

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The term engaged Buddhism was coined by the Zen teacher Thich Nhat Hanh as a way of asserting that Buddhism should not be passive or otherworldly, but on the contrary, that Buddhists should be deeply, compassionately involved in every aspect of society where suffering arises. Not Turning Away is a treasury of writings on the philosophy and practice of engaged Buddhism by some of the most well-known and respected figures in the movement, gleaned from the pages of the magazine that is the primary forum for engaged Buddhism in America and elsewhere: Turning Wheel: The Journal of the Buddhist Peace Fellowship. Not Turning Away provides a history of the engaged Buddhism movement, an analysis of its underlying principles, and inspiring practical examples of real people's experiences in putting spiritual practice to the test on the personal, national, and global levels. The range of topics—from political oppression to prison work, disability, racism, poverty, nonviolence, forgiveness, the student-teacher relationship, and homelessness—demonstrates the applicability of Buddhist teaching to every concern of modern life.

Language: English.
Subsection: ZEN.

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The Way To Buddhahood - Instructions from a Modern Chinese Master

Yin-shun

Publié en 1998

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The Way to Buddhahood is a compendium of two thousand years of Chinese practice in assimilating and understanding the Buddhist experience of enlightenment. It is the first in-depth explanation of Chinese Buddhism by Yin-shun, the greatest living master of the Chinese scholar-monk tradition. The master's broad scope not only includes the traditional Chinese experience but also ideas from the Tibetan monastic tradition. This is one of those rare classic books that authentically captures an entire Buddhist tradition between its covers.

Language: English. Translator(s): Wing H. Yeung M.D

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Living Buddhism In Japan

Yoshiro Tamura

Publié en 1960

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A report of Interviews withTen Japanese Buddhist Leaders. "Most Japanese are traditionally Buddhists but there is a wide difference of opinion as to what Buddhism really means. In most cases people merely act unconsciously in accordance with past customs. For some time International Institute for the Study of Religions has seen the necessity of clarifying what everyday Buddhism is. This is not apparent simply from a study of the sutras or even the founders` writings. It can only be acquired by means of direct contact with persons who are actually living as Buddhists. Even then it is not easy to study this subject which covers most of the Japanese people. Therefore, Mr. Yoshiro Tamura of Tokyo University was requested to interview persons, who are regarded as leaders of the Buddhist world, regarding what they think and what they are doing. This Bulletin is the result. Mr. Tamura`s questions sound mild but they hit the point. They are like a scalpels in an operation on Buddhism. Buddhists reading this report will no doubt find much to think about in reference to the future of their faith". Hajime Nakamura

Language: English.

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The Manual Of Abhidhamma - Volumes 1 and 2

Narada Mahathera

Publié en 1956

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This book is an indispensable guide for Abhidhamma as well as an intellectual treat. This includes chapters on Consciousness, Mental States, Analysis of Thought Processes, Analysis of matter, The Compendium of Relations, Mental states and also includes a chapter giving an explanation on various categories of Abhidhamma. The reader who is able to think deeper cannot fail to find it with plenty of far thought that its tremendously valuable. These books enumerate all the paramattha dhamma (ultimate realities) to be found in the world. According to one such enumeration these amount to: - 52 cetasikas (mental factors), which, arising together in various combination, give rise to any one of... - ...89 different possible cittas (states of consciousness) - 4 primary physical elements, and 23 physical phenomena derived from them Nibbana. The Venerable Narada Maha Thera, born Sumanapala Perera (14 July 1898 – 2 October 1983) was a Theravadan Buddhist monk and translator, the Superior of Vajirarama Temple in Colombo. He was a popular figure in his native country, Sri Lanka, and beyond.

Language: English.
Subsection: THERAVADA.

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Meditation And Mind Control

Buddharakkhita Thera

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Language: English.
Subsection: THERAVADA.

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Kwan-yin Heart

Burns Brian

Publié en 2007

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Brian Burns was born in Brooklyn and moved to rural Lake Ronkonkoma at an early age. This afforded him the opportunity for meditation in pastoral surroundings. Heavily influenced by the spirituality of Zen Buddhism, his poems reflect a desire to attain a higher level of consciousness. The spirit of his book is founded on the ideal that, on the path of enlightenment, no one and nothing can be left behind. This is the promise of Kwan Yin. This is what it means to live the Kwan-Yin heart. For the last fifteen years, Burns has been hosting Sachem Poets, the longest-running adult poet workshop on Long Island. Burns may be on some road to enlightenment, and through his poems he is taking us along for the ride. Enjoy the trip! —Robert R. Fitzsimmons, author of Collide a Scope, Poetry from All Angles

Language: English.
Subsection: ZEN.

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Handbook For Manking

Buddhadasa Bhikkhu

Publié en 1988

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In 1956, the Venerable Buddhadasa Bhikkhu gave a series of lectures to a group of prospective judges, which were subsequently edited and arranged into what became "Handbook for Manking", a guide for the newcomers to the Buddha Dhamma. The Handbook is especially useful for those who approach the Buddha’s teaching, not as a subject for scholarly study, but as a means to understand and ennoble their lives. Contents: - Looking at Buddhism. - The true nature of things. - Three universal characteristics. - Grasping and clinging. - The threefold training. - The things we cling to. - Insight by the nature method. - Insight by organized training, the seven purifications, etc. - Emancipation from the world.

Language: English. Translortor(s): Roderick S. Bucknell Ariyananda Bhikkhu.
Subsection: THERAVADA.

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Abhidhamma Studies : Buddhist Explorations of Consciousness and Time

Nyanaponika Thera

Publié en 1998

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The Abhidhamma, the third great division of early Buddhist teaching, expounds a revolutionary system of philosophical psychology rooted in the twin Buddhist insights of selflessness and dependent origination. In keeping with the liberative thrust of early Buddhism, this system organizes the entire spectrum of human consciousness around the two poles of Buddhist doctrine - bondage and liberation, Samsara and Nirvana - the starting point and the final goal. It thereby maps out, with remarkable rigour and precision, the inner landscape of the mind to be crossed through the practical work of Buddhist meditation. In this book of groundbreaking essays, Venerable Nyanaponika Thera, one of our age's foremost exponents of Theravada Buddhism, attempts to penetrate beneath the formidable face of the Abhidhamma and to make its principles intelligible to the thoughtful reader of today. His point of focus is the Consciousness Chapter of the Dhammasangani, the first treatise of the Abhidhamma Pitaka. Basing his interpretation on the detailed list of mental factors that the Abhidhamma uses as a guide to psychological analysis, he launches into bold explorations in the multiple dimensions of conditionality, the nature of consciousness, the temporality of experience, and the psychological springs of spiritual transformation. Innovative and rich in insights, this book does not merely open up new avenues in the academic study of early Buddhism. By treating the Abhidhamma as a fountainhead of inspiration for philosophical and psychological inquiry, it demonstrates the continuing relevance of Buddhist thought to our most astute contemporary efforts to understand the elusive yet so intimate nature of the mind.

Language: English.
Subsection: THERAVADA.

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The Discourse Summaries

Goenkan S.n

Publié en 1987

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Talks from a ten-day coursein Vipassana meditation condensed by William Hart. Contains 11 discourses that provide an overview of the teachings of Buddha to help meditators understand what to do and why, so they work in the proper way and achieve the proper results.

Language: English.
Subsection: THERAVADA.

Langue : Français