Buddhism For Dummies (For Dummies (Religion & Spirituality)) | 
|  | | | Title: | Buddhism For Dummies (For Dummies (Religion & Spirituality)) | | Author: | Jonathan Landaw
Stephan Bodian | | Publisher: | For Dummies | | Type: | Book / Paperback | | Publication Date: | 01 December, 2002 | | ISBN / ISBN-13: | 0764553593 / 9780764553592 | | List Price: | $21.99 | | You Save: | $7.04 | | Amazon Price: | $14.95 | |
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From the outside, Buddhism seems like a bundle of contradictions wrapped inside a paradox. It is a religion without a god, a belief system without rules, and a faith that encourages its adherents to question everything, including its own teachings. You could spend a lifetime studying Buddhist texts and following its observances and still feel like you’ve only just barely scratched the surface. Yet, over the past 2500 years, this lovely religion that preaches compassion, generosity, tolerance, selflessness and self-awareness has commanded the fervent devotion of hundreds of millions of people around the world who believe it to be the true path to enlightenment. If you’re curious about Buddhism but feel intimidated by all the exotic jargon and strange trappings, this book is for you. Written by two leading American Buddhist teachers and scholars, it offers you a uniquely friendly way to explore the fascinating history of Buddhism and discover: - Who Buddha was and his significance in world history and spirituality
- How the practice of Buddhism can enrich your everyday life
- How Buddha’s teachings combine to create a path to enlightenment
- Daily observances and meditation practices
- How to fulfill your highest potential through Buddhism
In plain English, experts Jonathan Landaw and Stephan Bodian define the important terms, explain the key concepts and explore, in-depth a wide range of topics, including: - Buddha’s life and teachings and the evolution of the major Buddhist traditions
- How Buddhism works as a religion, philosophy of life and a practical approach to dealing with life’s problems, all rolled into one
- The idea that the mind is the source of all happiness and suffering
- How the practices of wisdom and compassion can connect you with your inner spiritual resources
- Meditation and other core Buddhist practices and how they can affect your everyday life
- How to apply Buddhist teachings at each stage along the spiritual path
Whether you’re a searcher of truth, a student of religions, or just curious about what’s got Richard Gere and all the rest of those celebrity Buddhists so excited, Buddhism For Dummies is your intro to Buddhism basics.
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• Outlines And Gives Context To A Very Broad And Deep Topic 21 December, 2007
Buddhism is a rich, organic topic with a huge number of books offering interpretation, explanation and guidance. It is easy for a beginner (like me) to become lost.
For those interested in learning about Buddhism, I found this book very helpful. It covers the main schools of Buddhism and their historic and geographic context with sufficient detail to inform the reader without distraction. It covers the main tenants of Buddhism, such as The Eightfold Path, The Five Precepts, and The Four Heavenly Abodes. I've been steadily reading a number of books on Buddhism over the past two years and I find myself referring back to this book now and again to remind myself of the larger context.
Those seeking a conceptual understanding to serve as a foundation for further study will be satisfied.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A2TCXEITDXXG63
• Simple Truths 12 October, 2008
I am clarifying what I thought I knew about Buddhism and its universality for peaceful living.
- Reviewed by customer ID: AVSYK4O734BCN
• Just The Facts... 05 June, 2008
If you are not looking for a deep spiritual experience and are looking for facts and history, then this is the book for you. I use it as a reference guide, and when I am confused about an idea. I will always have a purpose for it, and would recommend this book to anyone new to buddhism.
- Reviewed by customer ID: AMS76NNU97OV2
• It's All Here! 27 April, 2008
I really didn't know anything about Buddhism before buying this book. It was very informative and explained everything I wanted to know. If you are like me and you're wondering what it's all about, I recommend this book. Buddhsm is not what you think, and you'll probably be finding yourself impressed. An excellent read.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A1ZAFUJNTPY7OK
• Dull Reading 27 September, 2008
I thought the writing was dull and mostly from a historial informationial point of view. The information was boring, and I did not retain much at all. At best the book could be used for refrence only. Much like reading a dictionary. If your desperate for reading, put it in your bathroom and take a peek every now and again.
- Reviewed by customer ID: A3VANJIDB9NN00
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