Buddhism is Not What You Think: Finding Freedom Beyond Beliefs

Hagen, Steve

ISBN 10 : 0718193067 ISBN 13 : 9780718193065

Editeur : Penguin, 2012

Synopsis

What is Buddhism? In "Buddhism is Not What You Think" Steve Hagen, bestselling author of "Buddhism Plain and Simple" and a Zen priest, cuts through the many misconceptions surrounding Buddhism, and shows us its true purpose. Drawing on down-to-earth examples from everyday life, this practical and straightforward guide penetrates the most essential and enduring questions at the heart of the Buddha's teachings: How can we see the world in each moment, rather than merely as what we think, hope, or fear it is? How can we base our actions on reality? How can we live lives that are wise, compassionate, open and honest? What can it bring to our lives? This book offers a profound and clear path to a life of joy and freedom.

A propos du livre

Quatrième de couverture :

Bestselling author and renowned Zen teacher Steve Hagen penetrates the most essential and enduring questions at the heart of the Buddha's teachings: How can we see the world in each moment, rather than merely as what we think, hope, or fear it is? How can we base our actions on reality, rather than on the longing and loathing of our hearts and minds? How can we live lives that are wise, compassionate, and in tune with reality? And how can we separate the wisdom of Buddhism from the cultural trappings and misconceptions that have come to be associated with it?

Drawing on down-to-earth examples from everyday life and stories from Buddhist teachers past and present, Hagen tackles these fundamental inquiries with his trademark lucid, straightforward prose. The newcomer to Buddhism will be inspired by this accessible and provocative introduction, and those more familiar with Buddhism will welcome this much needed hands-on guide to understanding what it truly means to be awake. By being challenged to question what we take for granted, we come to see the world as it truly is. Buddhism Is Not What You Think offers a profound and clear path to a life of joy and freedom.

Revue de presse :

A clear and challenging showing of the fundamental truth of our lives. This is an exceptional book. Make good use of it (Charlotte Joko Beck, author of EVERYDAY ZEN)

Cuts to the heart of the matter ... a book that will reward multiple readings over time ... Hagen's writing flows in a tranquil way, like a spring trickling up effortlessly from the earth (Robert M Pirsig, author of ZEN AND THE ART OF MOTORCYCLE MAINTENANCE)

À propos de cette édition

• Éditeur: Penguin
• Date d'édition: 2012
• ISBN 10: 0718193067
• ISBN 13: 9780718193065
• Reliure: Livre broché
• Nombre de pages: 272