Buddhism For Beginners: Learn The Way Of The Buddha & Take Your First Steps On The Noble Path
By Luna Sidana
- Release Date: 2018-02-18
- Genre: Buddhism
Description
- A Beginner’s Guide To Understanding & Practicing Buddhism -
Buddhism is one of the world’s oldest spiritual traditions — having existed for more than 2500 years. It’s currently practiced by more than 480 million people all across the globe.
While countless religions have been abandoned through the centuries, the insights and practices of Buddhism are still carried on today in every corner of the world.
In this beginner’s guide, we will provide the basic outlines of the understanding of the world that informs Buddhist practice. Key concepts and terms will be introduced one by one. In this way, it will be easier to grasp the way Buddhists see the world and the nature of human existence.
This is vital to learn if you aim to walk the path yourself. Understanding key concepts – enlightenment, true self, the nature of reality, and the causes of suffering – are fundamental to guiding meditation practice and a Buddhist way of life.
During the course of this book we will explore:
- Siddhartha Gautama & the Origin of Buddhism
- The Nature Of A “Buddha”
- Buddhism Today
- The Sutras
- Dharma & “The Four Reliances”
- The Kalama Discourse
- The Abhidharma
- The Thee Major Buddhist Traditions
- The Three Marks of Existence & The Four Noble Truths
- Buddhist Cosmology
- The Five Skandhas
- The Three Poisons & The Three Jewels
- Meditation & Mindfulness
- Buddhism In Everyday Life
And more!
Be prepared to venture onto a road of great discovery and inner peace.
Reviews
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4By bonmarche7Nice, pleasant way to dip your toe into these principles.Very educational.
4By SomeGuyJohnReally interesting and informative Book. As someone who was previously unaware of Buddhist history and customs, this book did a great job explaining the basics and giving a quick rundown of the religion.Easy read
5By g_rose321Very easy to understand the concepts talked about here and the very baseline of ideologies in BuddhismBrief and detailed introduction to Buddhism.
5By ramonaflowersxIf you’re taking an interest in Buddhism, this book is an excellent start. The author gives brief yet detailed explanations of the basics of Buddhism.Easy read
4By AbMolterGreat book for a little background and basics regarding Buddhism.Quick informative read
3By KrhansellVery good basic explanation of the Buddhist beliefsLoving-kindness and compassion
5By maadsolarThis is a nice book for a beginner that wants to practice Buddhism.Awesome
5By SleepykidzenExcellent. Excited to continue this journeyLove it!!!
5By lfelizwGreat book for beginners. Easy to understand.Read it again
5By %^*++=This book broke everything down and was simple to understand even for those have a hard time understanding religion. I recommend this book to who ever is studying or just curious.