Teachings of the Buddha by Jack Kornfield (English) Paperback Book

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A collection of Buddhist writings based on the Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese sources. This work contains some of the earliest recorded sayings of the Buddha on the practice of freedom, passages from later Indian scriptures on the perfection of wisdom, verses from Tibetan masters on the enlightened mind, and songs in praise of meditation.

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A treasury of teachings from Buddhist literature, selected by one of the best known American Buddhist teachers--now in a Shambhala mass market edition.This treasury of essential Buddhist writings draws from the most popular Indian, Tibetan, Chinese, and Japanese sources. Among the selections are some of the earliest recorded sayings of the Buddha on the practice of freedom, passages from later Indian scriptures on the perfection of wisdom, verses from Tibetan masters on the enlightened mind, and songs in praise of meditation by Zen teachers. The book also includes traditional instruction on how to practice sitting meditation, cultivate calm awareness, and live with compassion. Jack Kornfield, one of the most respected American Buddhist teachers, has compiled these teachings to impart the essence and inspiration of Buddhism to readers of all spiritual traditions.

Author Biography

Jack Kornfield is one of the key teachers to have brought Buddhist mindfulness practice to the West. He is the cofounder of the Insight Meditation Society in Barre, Massachusetts, and Spirit Rock Meditation Center in Woodacre, California. His books includeAfter the Ecstasy, the Laundry;The Art of Forgiveness, Lovingkindness, and Peace;Meditation for Beginners; andThe Wise Heart.

Review

"A remarkably readable book that records some of the earliest recorded sayings of the historic Buddha."—East and West Series "An inspirational treasury of essential teachings from Buddhist literature—selected by one of the best-known American Buddhist teachers."—Snow Lion

Review Quote

"A remarkably readable book that records some of the earliest recorded sayings of the historic Buddha."-East and West Series"An inspirational treasury of essential teachings from Buddhist literature-selected by one of the best-known American Buddhist teachers."-Snow Lion

Details ISBN1590305086 Short Title TEACHINGS OF THE BUDDHA Language English ISBN-10 1590305086 ISBN-13 9781590305089 Media Book Year 2007 Author Jack Kornfield Imprint Shambhala Publications Inc Place of Publication Boston Country of Publication United States DOI 10.1604/9781590305089 AU Release Date 2007-10-09 NZ Release Date 2007-10-09 US Release Date 2007-10-09 Illustrator Scotty Reifsnyder Birth 1939 Affiliation Professor of Psychiatry, University of Geneva Position Illustrator Qualifications PsyD UK Release Date 2007-10-09 Pages 240 Publisher Shambhala Publications Inc Format Paperback Publication Date 2007-10-09 Edited by Jack Kornfield DEWEY 294.3 Audience General We've got this

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