A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism

Name: A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism
Brand: Penguin Random House NZ
SKU: 9781559395038
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Practice, Community, and Progress on the Path

By Bruce Newman

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A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism by Bruce Newman provides an accessible introduction to the teachings and practices of Tibetan Buddhism. The book explores essential concepts such as meditation, compassion, and emptiness, while demystifying the rich rituals and spiritual practices found within this tradition. It's designed to offer practical guidance for newcomers seeking to incorporate these ancient teachings into their daily lives.
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You might enjoy this enlightening book if you're curious about the practices and philosophies of Tibetan Buddhism. It's particularly appealing to those new to Buddhist teachings, offering clear insights into meditation and the spiritual path, providing a window into this rich and mystical tradition.

A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism

Beginning with the very awakening of a student's interest in spirituality and the initial encounter with Tibetan Buddhism, this guide then leads them through all the steps necessary for successful practice in the West.

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A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism offers a ground-level, practice-oriented presentation of Tibetan Buddhism that helps uncover the nature of the mind. This personal and accessible guide is designed to establish progress on the spiritual path.

The book begins by awakening students' interest in spirituality and introducing the initial encounter with Tibetan Buddhism. It then guides readers through all the necessary steps for successful practice in the West.

Included is succinct counsel on finding an appropriate teacher, receiving empowerments, becoming active in a centre, and launching and sustaining a Vajrayana practice. Special emphasis is placed on both the potential pitfalls and the marvellous benefits of the guru-disciple relationship.

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The book provides a clear path for those in the West engaging with Tibetan Buddhism, addressing educational gaps and practical challenges. It offers an insightful journey from initial spiritual awakening to establishing a successful practice, skilfully tackling common obstacles and doubts faced by new or intermediate students. With endorsements from respected teachers, it is both an enjoyable and practical guide, making complex ideas accessible and inspiring readers to integrate this tradition into daily life. Written from a Westerner's perspective, it is highly recommended for new students of Tibetan Buddhism.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9781559395038

Publisher: Shambhala Publications Inc

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 19 April 2022

Country: United States

Imprint: Snow Lion Publications

Audience: General / adult

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Width: 152.0mm

Height: 229.0mm

Weight: 0g

Pages: 240

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About the Author

BRUCE NEWMAN has studied and practiced Tibetan Buddhism, mostly in the Kagyu and Nyingma traditions, for almost forty-five years. He spent eleven years in India and Nepal studying under his primary teacher, Venerable Ch kyi Nyima Rinpoche. Mr. Newman also completed a four-year retreat at Kagyu Samye Ling in Scotland. For the past ten years, he has been practicing and teaching under the guidance of Venerable Gyatrul Rinpoche in Ashland, Oregon.