Buddhist Inspirations: Essential Philosophy, Truth and Enlightenment - Softcover

Lowenstein, Tom

Softcover

ISBN 10: 1844831167 ISBN 13: 9781844831166

Publisher: Watkins Publishing, 2011

Synopsis

Buddhism has bequeathed immeasurable riches to the West a collection of life-enhancing ideas, a host of beautiful works of art (from statues of the Buddha to Zen gardens), and a repertoire of spiritual practices from mantras to mindfulness that have changed millions of lives for the better.  Featuring 70 color photos, this celebration of Buddhism presents a fascinating kaleidoscope of the religion’s many aspects, including Tantra, Zen, and the Pure Land beliefs of Japan. Divided into five parts (Insights of the Buddha, Wisdom Grows, The Healing Practice, Sacred Symbols, and The Spiritual Cosmos), this spiritual guide emphasizes the wisdom, healing power, and beauty of Buddhism and its relevance to those who seek an alternative to secular materialism.
 

About this title

Book Description:

Buddhism originated in India more than 2,500 years ago, yet it speaks to the needs of our busy modern lives as if it were created yesterday. Featuring 70 color photos, this celebration of Buddhism presents a fascinating kaleidoscope of the religion's many aspects, including Tantra, Zen, and the Pure Land beliefs of Japan. Through glimpses of the Buddha's career and central aspects of his teaching, readers will discover rich spiritual nourishment in this ancient faith.  

About the Author:

Tom Lowenstein has been a student of Buddhism for more than thirty years. He studied Pali and Sanskrit in Sri Lanka and at the University of Washington His other books include The Vision of the Buddha, Treasures of the Buddha and Haiku Inspirations.

About this edition

• Publisher: Watkins Publishing
• Publication date: 2011
• ISBN 10: 1844831167
• ISBN 13: 9781844831166
• Binding: Paperback
• Edition number: 1
• Number of pages: 244