For the first time, this book brings together the best of the Dalai Lama's writings on all aspects of life from work to meditation.
An inspiration to millions of people worldwide, the Dalai Lama has long wanted one book that he could recommend as a basic sourcebook for his essential ideas.
Divided into four sections: The Vision, Buddhist Perspectives, Practice, A World in Harmony; The Essential Dalai Lama contains eloquent applications of the principles of ancient Buddhist thought to contemporary issues, all expressed in the Dalai Lama's uniquely compelling voice. Covering topics such as the quest for human happiness, foundations of Buddhism, Karma, focusing the mind, ethics and society, the Buddhist perspective on the teachings of Jesus, and much more.
The Essential Dalai Lama will be the perfect gift for anyone who wishes to have one source for the Dalai Lama's teachings or who seeks an introduction to the philosophy and practice of Buddhism.
Tenzin Gyatso, His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama and winner of the 1989 Nobel Peace Prize, is recognized as a spiritual leader and peace statesman. His previous books include The Path to Tranquility, Wisdom of Forgiveness, The Art of Happiness, and Ethics for the New Millennium.
Rajiv Mehrotra is the author of The Mind of the Guru: Conversations with Spiritual Masters and is currently working on a biography of the Dalai Lama.
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