From the Buddhist meditator and scholar, Bhikkhu Analayo, this is a thorough-going guide to the early Buddhist teachings on Satipatthana, the foundations of mindfulness, following on from his two best
"Give yourself over day by day, thought by thought, moment by moment to this reliable and profound form of nurturance and healing." Jon Kabat-Zinn, from the Preface"The MBAR programme draws on a
Shantigarbha shows how we connect with each other in the space that opens up when we let go of our ideas of good and bad, right and wrong. When we feel safe and connected to ourselves, we don’t need t
Ratnaguna offers practical and specific advice on reflection as a spiritual practice. He also demonstrates its great value—not just as a part of life, but as a way of reminding oneself of life's
"I had not met or interacted with a human being for weeks. I had just spent the night alone on a cloud-shrouded mountain. And now a fox and I looked intently at each other." What is it like to be comp
Bhikkhu Analayo offers an inspiring biography of the Buddha from the viewpoint of his meditative development and practice, based on combining extracts from the early discourses with his own commentary
One of the most far-reaching of Sangharakshita's contributions to modern Buddhism was giving shape to the Buddhist conversion movement begun by the great Indian statesman and reformer, Dr. B.R. Ambedk
For Buddhists everywhere, the Three Jewels ? the Buddha or Enlightened individual, the Dharma, his teaching, and the Sangha, the spiritual community that he founded ? are at the heart of daily life an
A vivid picture of the people, the places, and the experiences that shaped Sangharakshita's life.Sangharakshita read the Diamond Sutra for the first time the summer he turned seventeen. It seemed to a
A practical course in cultivating kindness to complement and augment other mindfulness-based approaches.This book is all about kindness behaviour training (KBT). The authors have drawn on their clinic
Praise for Analayo:"Serious meditation students will benefit tremendously from the clarity of understanding that Venerable Analayo's efforts have achieved."?Sharon Salzberg, author of Real HappinessTh
How does what you eat affect you and your world? Is there a connection between vegetarianism and living a spiritual life?A trained vet, respected teacher, and happy vegan, Bodhipaksa answers all of th
Frequently the constraints imposed by poetic forms deliver words or phrases that reveal parts of our experience we had not even been aware of, let alone planned to express.It is this ability of poetr
From how to build your own stool to how a raisin can help you meditate, this illustrated guide explains everything you need to know to start or strengthen your meditation practice.
The ten pillars of Buddhism are ten ethical principles, such as generosity, truthfulness, or compassion, that together provide a comprehensive moral guide. Sangharakshita highlights the depth of these
One of Sangharakshita’s most studied works, The Religion of Art discusses how art, like religion, can challenge our perceptions, awareness, and experience of truth.Sangharakshita is the founder of the
This is the story of a circle of friends dreaming a dream, and working to make it a reality. . . . It’s the nitty-gritty story of how a community evolves. It’s a story of idealism and naivety, growth
How can we bring more sense of significance into our lives? What meaning does life have in the face of suffering or death? Do we have a why to live for?Sarvananda takes us from the challenge of findin
Experiences are preceded by mind, led by mind, and produced by mind. If one speaks or acts with a pure mind, happiness follows like a shadow that never departs.One of the seminal texts in the Buddhist
How does what we eat affect us and our world? Is there a connection between vegetarianism and living a spiritual life? Doesn’t the Dalai Lama eat meat?A trained vet, respected teacher, and happy vegan
“What welcome wisdom comes our way in this book! If you want to stay sane, motivated, and productive while working for the healing of our world, read these pages of priceless and pleasurable advice. I
Each moment of mindfulness creates the opportunity for greater spaciousness and joy. In Life with Full Attention, readers will learn to really relish pleasures and turn gently inward in difficult time
May all blessings be yours;May all gods protect you.By the power of all the BuddhasMay all happiness be yours.What is a Puja? Puja is the chanting of devotional mantras and verses which has been perfo
May all blessings be yours;May all gods protect you.By the power of all the BuddhasMay all happiness be yours.What is a Puja? Puja is the chanting of devotional mantras and verses which has been perfo
"A very helpful introduction and overview of this complex, fascinating tradition."—David R. Loy, author of Money, Sex, War, KarmaHere is a rare overview of the second of the three great phases of Budd
In Knowing How to Live, Sangharakshita delves into Nagarjuna’s Precious Garland text and extracts the gems of wisdom relevant to the Buddhist practitioner of today, from the beginner to one who is mor
The Sutra of Golden Light has captured imaginations and ignited ideas for centuries, but it remains as mysterious as it is beautiful. With skill and clarity, Sangharakshita translates the images and e
This book is an insight into a subject that has captured the imagination of many but remains mysterious and exotic to all but a few.This volume focuses on the deities whose mantra recitation and colo
Why does Buddhism refer to many Buddhas? Who are they? What do they communicate? In this beautifully written book, meet the historical and archetypal Buddhas that form part of the rich symbolism of Ti
A guide for those seeking a meaningful spiritual path while living everyday lives full of families, work, and friends. Vajragupta gives clear explanations of Buddhist teachings and the necessary guida
Drawing from the Tibetan Buddhist tradition of approaching and preparing for death, Lama Shenpen Hookham offers Westerners like herself practical descriptions of the attitudes, the practices, and the
Paramananda’s light style helps to answer the bigger picture of ‘why meditate?’ as well as walk us through the mindfulness of breathing and the lovingkindness meditations. With key reminders on the im
Milarepa was a yogi and Tibetan Buddhist mystic of great learning and turbulent worldly experience. His “hundred thousand songs” are read and loved by many, but examinations of them are few. Here, thr
Kindness is one of the most basic qualities we can possess, and one of the most powerful. Living with Kindness shows us how to cultivate many of the facets of kindness in ordinary, everyday life throu
Every Buddhist should read it —David Loy An excellent introduction —Stephen Batchelor Cogent, knowledgeable, and penetrating—Norman FischerClarifies, examines and considers these two important but oft
In this commentary, Sangharakshita counsels against an over-narrow interpretation of mindfulness as being simply about developing a focused attention on the present moment.
We do not know if the Buddha could read or write. He left nothing other than the oral stories of his life, his inspiration and his teachings, passed from generation to generation. Later, his words and
