Buddhism in Daily Life
By Nina van Gorkom ISBN 1 897633 16 5, 192 pages, paperback, 135mm x 210mm, price £ 7.95, $ 11.95, available now.
Key Points:
- Demonstrates the way in which Buddhist teachings can be applied to daily life.
- Addresses the question of why we suffer and the solution to suffering.
- Analyses the benefits of correct Buddhist practice.
- Illustrates with many quotes from the original scriptures (The Pali Tipitaka).
- Facilitates the understanding of conventional truth and absolute truth.
Description:
A general introduction to the main ideas of Theravada Buddhism. The purpose of this book is to help the reader gain insight into the Buddhist scriptures and the way in which the teachings can be used to benefit both ourselves and others in everyday life. Several chapters are written in the form of question and answer, inspired by questions posed by ordinary people who were confronted with difficulties in the practical application of the teachings. The book will be an invaluable aid for those individuals who wish to develop the Buddhist path to true understanding. Suitable for both practising Buddhists and newcomers to the teachings.
Contents:
General Aspects-Right Understanding in Daily Life-Wholsome Deeds -Mental Development-The Buddha -The Dhamma-The Sangha-Death-Life-The Development Of Calm-Vipassana-The Eightfold Path-Factors of The Eightfold Path-Right Effort-Right Mindfulness-Right Concentration-The Greatest Blessings.
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