A young Brahmin searches for ultimate reality after meeting with the Buddha. His quest takes him from a life of decadence to asceticism, from the illusory joys of sensual love with a beautiful courtesan, and of wealth and fame, to the painful struggles with his son and the ultimate wisdom of renunciation.

A guide to dealing with everyday human problems and achieving happiness. Addressing various kind of daily problems, it covers subjects such as: the sources of happiness; desire and greed; marriage and romance; resolving conflict; facing our suffering; overcoming fear and anxiety; anger and hatred; honesty and self-confidence; and finding balance.

This text offers a series of insights into the Zen mind.

The Dhammapada, the Pali version of one of the most popular texts of the Buddhist canon, ranks among the classics of the world's great religious literature. Like all religious texts in Pali, the Dhammapada belongs to the Therevada school of the Buddhist tradition, adherents of which are now found primarily in Kampuchea, Laos, Sri Lanka, and Thailand. Dhammapada, or 'sayings of the dhamma', is ...

In this scripture of Tibetan Buddhism death and rebirth are seen as a process that offers the possibility, through hearing the spiritual instructions, for a person to recognize the nature of mind and so attain liberation. This translation emphasizes the advice that the book offers to the living.

Drawing on Buddhist spirituality and wisdom, this is a view of the world written for Western seekers.

Drawing on the words actually spoken by the Buddha, Rahula gives a full account of his fundamental teachings, from the Buddhist attitude of mind and meditation to the Buddha's teaching in the contemporary world. The text also features a selection of texts from original Buddhist literature.

Pema Chodron reveals the vast potential for happiness, wisdom and courage even in the most painful circumstances.

Zen master, peace activist and author Thich Nhat Hanh shows us how to make positive use of the very situations that usually pressure and antagonize us. He offers commentaries and meditations, personal anecdotes and stories to show how deep meditative presence is available.

A superb introduction to the life and thought of a revolutionary spiritual thinker, by a bestselling author.

The author, himself a Zen master, here unfolds an explanation of core Buddhist teachings such as the Four Noble Truths and the Noble Eightfold Path. He makes these practices accessible to Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike, showing how our very suffering can be the path to our liberation.

Explains the majestic vision of life and death that underlies the Tibetan tradition. This book includes not only an introduction to the practice of meditation but also advice on how to care for the dying with love and compassion, and how to bring them help of a spiritual kind.

Buddha and Christ each left a legacy of teachings and practices that have shaped the lives of billions of people. If they were to meet today, what would each think of the other's spiritual views and practices? This book explores how the two traditions meet and awakens an understanding of both.

Demystifies Buddhism by explaining, without jargon or obscure terminology, what awakening is and how to practise it.

Once we have acquire the skills of mindfulness, we can slow our lives down and discover how to live in the moment - even simple acts like washing the dishes or drinking a cup of tea may be transformed into acts of meditation. This book offers anecdotes and practical exercises help us to arrive at greater self-understanding and peace.

One of the most inspiring spiritual teachers of our time offers simple, practical advice for living with less fear, less anxiety and a more open heart. Bought in a hotly contested auction, The Places That Scare You is now available in massmarket, taking Pema Chodron 's spiritual teachings to a wider audience.

From His Holiness the Dalai Lama, this is an accessible handbook on how to live a meaningful life. The book, meant to be used as part of daily practice, is easy to understand and filled with anecdotes.

The teachings of the Buddha are plain and straightforward because they remain focused on the moment. This book is about awareness, about being 'awake' and in touch with what is going on here and now. It is suitable for those wanting to discover, or rediscover, the essence of Buddhism.

An exposition of the path of a bodhisattva, a being who puts others before himself. This book describes the spiritual path of turning away from selfish concerns and vowing to work for the enlightenment of all beings.

Zen Buddhism conveys its profound truths through epigrams, parable and brief enigmatic and often amusing stories of the masters. In addition to 101 Zen Stories , this volume contains The Gateless Gate , a collection of koans or puzzles and 10 Bulls , an illustrated account of a bull-hunt.