The Dalai Lama's Book of Awakening
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A little book for those in search of words to calm and inspire in this gift book his holiness the dalai lama teaches us how to deal with suffering the dalai lamas book of awakening contains his holiness thoughts on the four noble truths – the very foundation of buddhist teaching the four noble truths – the truth of suffering, the truth of the origin of suffering, the truth of the cessation of suffering, the truth of the path leading to this cessation – was the first sermon the buddha gave after he was enlightened in this little book, his holiness presents a comprehensive explanation of the subject, helping us to gain a better understanding of the four noble truths whenever i have been given the opportunity to introduce buddhism i always make it a point to explain buddhism in terms of two principles one is the development of a philosophical viewpoint based on the understanding of the interdependent nature of reality and the second principle is that of non-violence which is the act
Menrva's Summary
THE THESIS
This work investigates how the foundational Buddhist doctrine of the Four Noble Truths can be applied as a practical framework for navigating human suffering and achieving inner peace. His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, draws upon decades of monastic study and global teaching to distill complex metaphysical concepts into accessible guidance. By grounding his argument in the interdependent nature of reality and the practice of non-violence, he provides a structured approach for readers to examine their own experiences of distress and find a path toward cessation.
THE SCOPE MAP
What You Will Find
- A detailed exposition of the Four Noble Truths: the nature of suffering, its origins, its cessation, and the path to that cessation.
- Philosophical insights into the interdependent nature of reality.
- Practical applications of non-violence as a core ethical principle.
- Meditative reflections designed to calm the mind and foster compassion.
THE AUTHORITY PERSPECTIVE
The text serves as a concise, accessible primer for those seeking to understand the core tenets of Buddhist thought through the lens of a globally recognized spiritual authority. Its focus on practical application rather than abstract theory makes it a suitable entry point for readers interested in integrating mindfulness and philosophical inquiry into their daily lives.
Page Count:
144
Publication Date:
2011-01-01
Publisher:
HarperCollins UK
ISBN-10:
0007435258
ISBN-13:
9780007435258
Religion
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