Buddhism

In troubled times, there is an urgency to understand ourselves and our world. We have so many questions, and they tug at us night and day, consciously and unconsciously. In this important volume Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh—one of the most revered spiritual leaders in the world today—reveals...

Life is the ultimate game of hide and seek... and the good news is that you're it! With the combination of playful irreverence and penetrating insight that made him a legend in Western philosophy....

In her first new book of spiritual teachings in over seven years, Pema Chödrön offers a combination of wisdom, heartfelt reflections, and the signature mix of humor and insight that have made her a beloved figure to turn to during times of change....

With poetry and clarity, Thich Nhat Hanh imparts comforting wisdom about the nature of suffering and its role in creating compassion, love, and joy – all qualities of enlightenment. “Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal, inner peace, and peace on earth.”—His Holiness...

Master mythologist Joseph Campbell had a genius for finding the unifying symbols and metaphors in apparently distinct cultures and traditions....

"Most people think of love as a feeling," says David Richo, "but love is not so much a feeling as a way of being present." In this book, Richo offers a fresh perspective on love and relationships--one that focuses not on finding an ideal mate, but on becoming a more loving and realistic person...

The Buddhist Enneagram is a deeply personal exploration of Buddhist teachings on liberation from suffering and how the enneagram illuminates the way. This work is not an academic overview of interesting correlations between the systems....

In these 24 lectures, you'll learn the astonishing story of Siddhartha Gautama - who was to become the Buddha, or "enlightened one"....

Western philosophy is a vast intellectual tradition, the product of thousands of years of revolutionary thought. But to understand the Western intellectual tradition is to get only half the story....

How can we live our lives when everything seems to fall apart—when we are continually overcome by fear, anxiety, and pain? The answer, Pema Chödrön suggests, might be just the opposite of what you expect....

The most accessible and informative version of the Buddhist classic available in English, with instruction in meditation, illuminating commentary, and guidance in the practical use of the prayers The so-called “Tibetan Book of the Dead” has been renowned for centuries as a cornerstone of...

In a drama of intimate revelations as well as panoramic visions, of encounters with much-loved friends along with intriguing newcomers, the Dalai Lama's Cat comes to discover that The Claw of Attraction holds the key to a more sublime transcendence than she ever believed possible....

Macmillan Audio presents In My Own Way, Alan Watts's acclaimed autobiography, published for the first time in audio. In this audiobook, Alan Watts tracks his spiritual and philosophical evolution from a child of religious conservatives in rural England to a freewheeling spiritual teacher who...

Sasha Wakefield intertwines the life and legacy of Zhabdrung Ngawang Namgyal (1594-1651) with her own personal spiritual journey as she explores Bhutan’s rich history.

The best and most comprehensive book on the most important and best-loved Chinese goddess....

Discover newfound freedom in life’s ever-constant flow of endings and beginnings with the wise words of Pema Chödrön, beloved Buddhist nun and bestselling author of When Things Fall Apart....

An acclaimed philosopher shows us how—in an age of unprecedented anxiety—we can find fulfillment by embracing the present and living more fully in the now. He is "the perfect guide for a course correction in life" (from the Introduction by Deepak Chopra). The brain can only assume its...

Zen Golf offers a fresh perspective for golf and for life. Rather than focusing on what's wrong with us....

What the Buddha Taught draws on the actual words spoken by the Buddha to give a lucid and accurate account of the fundamental principles of Buddhist doctrine....

Adyashanti asks us to let go of our struggles with life and open to the full promise of spiritual awakening....

In Mindfulness for Beginners, Jon Kabat-Zinn gives you immediate access to a practice that can potentially add years to your life....

Spiritual trailblazer Dr. David Hawkins shares timely insights on why generating spiritual experiences using isolated techniques provides only temporary awakenings....

At the beginning of his career, Joseph Campbell developed a lasting fascination with the cultures of the Far East, and explorations of Buddhist and Hindu philosophy later became recurring motifs in his vast body of work....

On Buddhism without Beliefs, celebrated teacher, translator, and former Buddhist monk Stephen Batchelor takes us back to the first years after the Buddha's awakening....

'Thubten is a very generous and kind monk who writes with the lived honesty and humour of someone who has experienced the wisdom he shares. His writing is full of inspiration but also the pragmatism needed to form a sustainable practice. He clearly illustrates why we all need meditation and...

No escuro, a lanterna só ilumina três metros à frente. Assim é o caminho da vida. Somos capazes de enxergar apenas até onde a luz nos mostra. Para onde vamos? O que será no futuro? Como seguirá a humanidade após uma crise, uma catástrofe natural ou uma pandemia? A verdadeira resposta é que não sabemos. Mas o que sabemos é aquilo que podemos fazer hoje: agradecer, ter esperança e seguir em frente.

Nominated by Martin Luther King, Jr. for a Nobel Peace Prize, Thich Nhat Hanh is one of today’s leading sources of wisdom, peace, compassion and comfort. The 20th anniversary edition of the classic text, updated, revised, and featuring a Mindful Living Journal. Buddha and Christ, perhaps the...

Black, queer, feminist, Buddhist: The Fire Inside casts a fresh new light on the radical literary legacies of James Baldwin and Audre Lorde Includes meditation exercises Named a Lit Hub Independent Press Top 40 Bestseller. The Fire Inside explores the writings of Audre Lorde and James Baldwin...

Chögyam Trungpa’s classic examination of what it means to be free and how perceptions, attitudes, and patterns can bind even the most dedicated practitioners—reissued for its 50th anniversary. In these collected lectures, Trungpa Rinpoche explores the true meaning of freedom, showing listeners how preconceptions, attitudes, and even spiritual practices can become chains that bind them to repetitive patterns of frustration and despair. Here, Trungpa Rinpoche directly addresses the process of dissolving the barriers people often create and place between themselves and the rest of the world.

What makes us human? And why does it matter? Poetic and practical advice on who we are—and what we need to become—to move forward in togetherness and mutual responsibility in an age of uncertainty and climate chaos Zen and Indigenous Hawaiian wisdom for navigating the timeplace of...

In the 17th century, a renowned Japanese monk and Zen master named Takuan Soho penned a collection of profound treatises, unraveling the essence of Buddhist philosophy with eloquence and simplicity. This captivating book unites three of his most significant essays: The Mysterious Record of Immovable Wisdom, The Clear Sound of Jewels, and Chronicles of the Taia Sword. Through his translucent prose, Soho unveils the enigmatic nature of existence, illuminates the path to personal perfection, and unveils the foundational principles that underpin our very being.

This unique book combines Japanese warrior techniques with ancient Zen practices for mental clarity and physical agility, giving listeners a Samurai edge that will carry them through life. Blending Japanese Samurai wisdom with ancient Zen practices, this book will take you on a metaphysical journey to becoming a swordsman. Sharpen the mind, hone the senses and control the body to achieve clarity, drive and peace.

Composed of 423 poetic verses on human nature, suffering, and the path to liberation, the Dhammapada is one of the essential texts of Buddhist thought. "Who will discover the Dhammapada, the radiant path to perfection, just as a gardener finds the most beautiful flower?" the text asks us.

Love, compassion, and peace — these words are at the heart of all spiritual endeavors. Although we intuitively resonate with their meaning and value, for most of us, the challenge is how to embody what we know: how to transform these words into a vibrant, living practice. In these times of conflict and uncertainty, this transformation is far more than an abstract ideal; it is an urgent necessity. Peace in the world begins with us.

Dokkōdō, The Noble Path of Solitude—Reinterpreted (Translated) brings the original 21 principles written by legendary samurai Miyamoto Musashi into the modern world with accuracy, depth, and practicality. Translated and reinterpreted by a born-and-raised Japanese “Rekijo,” this audiobook preserves the spirit of the original Japanese text while making its wisdom applicable to today’s challenges. For the 21 principles, this audiobook introduces them in Japanese, explains how to pronounce them, and provides English translations, allowing you to learn them from a different perspective.

Esta afirmación es conocida por todos nosotros. Sin embargo, la vida a veces nos parece injusta. Algunas personas atribuyen estos eventos de la vida al destino, la recompensa o el castigo. Pero el budismo ofrece una explicación diferente: el karma. Existen conexiones como « Haz el bien, y el bien te llegará » o « El karma no tiene fecha de caducidad ». Porque la idea de karma nos ayuda a clasificar los ejemplos anteriores, entender el curso de la vida y reconocer la justicia.

Vissa människor förklarar dessa livshändelser med öde, belöning eller straff. Men buddhismen ger en annan förklaring: Karma. Det finns samband som "Gör gott, och gott kommer till dig" eller "Karma har inget utgångsdatum". Men vad exakt är karma? Vad säger buddhismen? Hur påverkar karma våra liv?

Hoe kan het dat de arrogante collega, die iedereen slecht behandelt, toch succes heeft en de carrièreladder beklimt? Hoe kan het dat de moeder, die altijd taart aan de buren geeft, haar kind verliest? Het boeddhisme biedt een andere verklaring: Karma. Er zijn verbanden zoals "Doe goed, en goed zal je overkomen" of "Karma heeft geen vervaldatum". Het idee van karma helpt ons de bovenstaande voorbeelden te plaatsen, het levenspad te begrijpen en gerechtigheid te erkennen.

Questa affermazione è familiare a tutti noi. Tuttavia, a volte la vita ci sembra ingiusta. Alcune persone attribuiscono questi eventi della vita al destino, alla ricompensa o alla punizione. Tuttavia, il buddhismo offre una spiegazione diversa: il karma. Ci sono connessioni come «Fai del bene, e il bene ti accadrà» o «Il karma non ha data di scadenza». Perché il concetto di karma ci aiuta a collocare gli esempi di cui sopra, a comprendere il corso della vita e a riconoscere la giustizia.

IS BUDDHISM JUST ANOTHER CULT LIKE ISLAM, HINDUISM, SIKHISM, OR THE BAHAI FAITH?