Buddhism is one of the most popular religions of today - its teachings on kindness, simplicity, and interconnectedness are attracting many people disenchanted with the world's all-pervading consumerism. This simple guide holds the essential teachings and methods of practice to help bring that way of life alive. Going back to the roots of Buddhism, it highlights and explains: the central ideas and beliefs of Buddhism; karma and rebirth; meditation; and Buddhism in the world todayThe author, Kulananda, a practising Buddhist for twenty-eight years, shows us how this approach to life can make a real difference to us and our capacity to grow clearer, wiser, happier.
Buddhism is one of the most popular religions of today - its teachings on kindness, simplicity, and interconnectedness are attracting many people disenchanted with the world's all-pervading consumerism. This simple guide holds the essential teachings and methods of practice to help bring that way of life alive. Going back to the roots of Buddhism, it highlights and explains: the central ideas and beliefs of Buddhism; karma and rebirth; meditation; and Buddhism in the world todayThe author, Kulananda, a practising Buddhist for twenty-eight years, shows us how this approach to life can make a real difference to us and our capacity to grow clearer, wiser, happier.