The Kadam school, which emerged from the teachings of the Indian master Atisha and his principal student, Dromtönpa, is revered for its practical application of the bodhisattva’s altruisti
Ethan Nichtern, the charismatic and creative force behind New York's upstart Interdependence Project is your guide to the beauty that is everywhere in the urban jungle. There may be no greater settin
Like its predecessor, Daily Wisdom, More Daily Wisdom draws on the richness of Buddhist writings to offer a spiritual cornucopia to illuminate life and inspire readers day after day, year after year.
Eihei Dogen is known for two major works. The first work, the massive Shobogenzo (Treasury of the True Dharma Eye), represents his earlier teachings and exists in numerous English translations; the s
For over thirty years, Opening the Hand of Thought has offered an unmatched introduction to Zen Buddhism. This new edition contains even more useful material: new prefaces, an index, and extended end
The Way to Buddhahood is a compendium of two thousand years of Chinese practice in assimilating and understanding the Buddhist experience of enlightenment. It is the first in-depth explanation of Chin
Here at last is an organized overview of Tibetan Buddhism's teachings, beginning with the basic themes of the sutras — the general discourses of the Buddha — and continuing through the es
In the style of a quote-a-day collection, this book from Wisdom’s bestselling author Joanne Cacciatore distills down the award-winning book Bearing the Unbearable into easy-to-access small chunks, and
Learn from the Dalai Lama the three steps to awakening: 1) renunciation, 2) the awakening mind, and 3) emptiness.His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s commentary on Tsongkhapa’s Three Princip
The Dalai Lama’s teacher's autobiography offers glimpses into the young Dalai Lama's spiritual upbringing and his escape from Tibet.Trijang Rinpoche was born to an aristocratic Tibe
A systematic presentation of the path of Dzogchen, the Great Perfection, by one of its most renowned proponents and rendered by a master translator.Düdjom Lingpa (1835–1904) was one of the foremost ta
Through a broad scope of quotations, poems, and true-life stories, Inspiring Courage offers inspiration to help us authentically live life to the fullest, even against all odds.How can we manage to mo
A wise and practical quickstart guide to anyone who wants—or already has—a spiritual teacher. A User’s Guide to Spiritual Teachers addresses concerns that many people have on the spiritual path, inclu
A practical, down-to-earth guide to a classic text that profoundly influenced modern Buddhism.In this down-to-earth book, Ben Connelly sure-handedly guides us through the intricacies of Yogacara and t
From the Buddha in ancient India to a nun in modern-day Los Angeles, Livesd Lives, Imagined crosses time, traditions, and cultures to present fascinating depictions of lives of those on the Buddhist
The major Indian treatise on Buddha nature is the Ratnagotravibhaga, also known as the Uttaratantra, and it is this core text that Klaus-Dieter Mathes focuses on in this book. Mathes demonstrates how
Known for her profound insight and compassion, Daehaeng Sunim has impeccable credentials as a Zen master, having spent long years of training in the mountains of Korea before she began to teach. Thou
A preacher must have common sense, knowing how to turn everyday life experience into Dharma lessons, and assess an audience to maximize communications with them. Sons of the Buddha shows how three bo
Drawing from the author's life as a father, professor, Buddhist, and Buddhist teacher — as well as on pop culture references from Bob Dylan to Harry Potter — Awakening Through Love i
The Meditator’s Atlas truly is a comprehensive and trustworthy "roadmap of the inner world" for anyone who meditates. What makes this book unique is the way Flickstein uses two classic Buddhist
As can be seen in its glowing endorsements and reviews — from Publishers Weekly to well-known Buddhist figures — this modern spiritual classic has been embraced by readers of all types. I
Chia Tao (779-843), an erstwhile Zen monk who became a poet during China's T'ang Dynasty, recorded the lives of the sages, masters, immortals, and hermits who helped establish the great spiritual tra
The Dalai Lama tells the life story of his remarkable teacher, Ling Rinpoché, who remained a powerful anchor for him from childhood and into his emergence as a global spiritual leader. The
The final installment of the Steps on the Path to Enlightenment series examines the nature of reality with a master class in Buddhist Middle Way philosophy and meditation. The late Geshe Sopa was
Children will love learning the calming power of meditation alongside Ziji, a playful puppy.Ziji is a noisy, bouncy puppy who lives with the Anderson family: Mom, Dad, Jenny, and Baby Jack. He loves t
A perfect companion to enhance your Sitting Together lessons. This book is filled with coloring pages, games, mazes, and other fun activities for children ages 3-12. Though designed to be used with th
Mirror of Beryl is a detailed account of the origins and history of medicine in Tibet through the end of the seventeenth century. Its author, Desi Sangyé Gyatso (1653–1705), was the heart
Step by Step is an easy-to-understand introduction to the meditation methods that have guided people along the path to awakening for millennia. The techniques explained in it are simple, direct, and a
The Path with the Result, or lamdre, is the most important tantric system of theory and meditation practice in the Sakya school. Yet its writings have never been published in any European language un
Mahamudra meditation is growing in popularity in the West, since it involves no rituals and can be easily incorporated into daily activities. Saraha's A Song for the King is the basis for the traditi
The works of the Buddha can feel vast, and it is sometimes difficult for even longtime students to know where to look, especially since the Buddha never explicitly defined the framework behind his tea
Told in blissfully simple language, the thoughts and messages in Saying Yes to Life (Even the Hard Parts) provide inspiration for each day. These nuggets of wisdom range from a page-long reflection t
The Four Noble Truths provides a strong step toward a solid foundation in Buddhist thought. This volume is the first of six, and offers a complete presentation of the Buddha's seminal Four Noble Trut
"For more than a quarter of a century, those in search of an introduction to Buddhist moral thought have turned and returned to this volume." Thus notes Charles Hallisey of Harvard University in his
A portable treasury of gems from a lifetime of Wisdom.To know Lama Yeshe was to know he loved chocolate; it was his favorite metaphor to describe the nature of our attachments. This funny and trencha
Through the powerful example of 5 spiritual teachers and her own lifetime of practice, Singh teaches how to truly discover our own life of grace.We are all on a sacred pilgrimage to awakening. Yet how
A correct understanding of the mind’s nature not only illuminates the many treatises on Buddhist philosophy, it is the key to success in meditation and to the profound insights at the heart of
Eihei Dogen Zenji, the 13th-century Zen master central to bringing Zen from China and helping it take root in Japan, is renowned as one the world’s most remarkable religious geniuses. His works
This book, from one of the pioneering and preeminent translators of Zen for the West, presents a selection of Zen lessons from four teachers in four successive generations. More than just a book on Z
One of the great pioneers of Zen in America, Dainin Katagiri had a teaching style that was at once powerful, gentle, and sometimes even casual. For his student, Dosho Mike Port, some of Katagiri's mo
