Title: Understanding the Mind: An Explanation of the Nature and Functions of the Mind
Publisher: Tharpa Publications
Publication Date: 1996
Language: English
ISBN 10: 0948006544
ISBN 13: 9780948006548
Binding: paperback
Edition: 2nd ed.
Condition: Good
Weight: 14 ounces

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A unique combination of profound philosophical exploration and practical psychology. The first part of the book explains how Buddhist psychology is based on an understanding of the mind as a formless continuum that is related to, yet separate from, the physical body. Through understanding the nature of mind and the process of cognition, we can attain a lasting state of inner peace and joy that is independent of external circumstances. Part Two explains the many types of mind and shows how we can abandon those that harm us, while increasing those that lead to joy and freedom. Throughout the book Geshe Kelsang shows how we can apply this understanding of the mind toour daily meditation practice and everyday life.

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Geshe Kelsang Gyatso was born in Tibet and is a fully accomplished meditation master and internationally renowned teacher of Buddhism. Living in the West since 1977, he is the author of a series of highly acclaimed books that transmit perfectly the ancient wisdom of Buddhism to our contemporary life. He has also founded over 300 Centres throughout the world for the study and practice of Mahayana Buddhism.

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