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Opening the Door of Your Heart

And other Buddhist Tales of Happiness
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Opening the Door of Your Heart by Ajahn Brahm offers a delightful collection of heartwarming and insightful stories, drawn from the author's experiences as a spiritual teacher. Through heartfelt anecdotes, the book imparts wisdom and life lessons, encouraging readers to approach life's challenges with compassion, understanding, and humour. It serves as a guide to cultivating inner peace and loving-kindness in everyday life.
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This inspiring collection of stories from a renowned Buddhist monk might speak to you if you enjoy heartwarming spiritual insights that offer guidance on compassion, forgiveness, and finding happiness in everyday moments. The tales blend humour with profound wisdom, making it a delightful read for anyone seeking uplifting perspectives on life's challenges.

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Opening the Door of Your Heart

The whole world has fallen in love with this international bestseller - hundreds of thousands of copies have been sold across 25 countries. Now it's Australia's turn to rediscover this jewel of a book on mindfulness.

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In times of uncertainty, words of comfort are essential, and the stunning overseas sales of this title are testament to its universal appeal. These modern tales of hope, forgiveness, freedom from fear, and overcoming pain cleverly relate the timeless wisdom of the Buddha's teachings and the path to true happiness in a warm and accessible way.

Opening the Door of Your Heart by Ajahn Brahm offers poignant, funny, and profound stories gathered over more than thirty years as a Buddhist monk. Born and raised in the West, Ajahn Brahm has a tremendous ability to filter these stories through the Buddha's teaching, providing meaning for all sorts of readers.

There are many thousands of Australians who don't yet realise they need this book, but who will no doubt embrace it just as overseas readers have. It is the perfect gift book, as there is truly something in it for everyone.

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This book by Ajahn Brahm offers a rich collection of 108 Buddhist stories that convey deep spiritual teachings through engaging narratives. It expertly blends timeless wisdom with modern references, creating a tapestry of understanding on themes like love, fear, happiness, and forgiveness. Praised for its accessible and captivating tales, the book resonates with a broad audience.

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INFORMATION

ISBN: 9780733635038

Publisher: Hachette Australia

Format: Paperback / softback

Date Published: 29 September 2015

Country: Australia

Imprint: Hachette Australia

Audience: General / adult

DIMENSIONS

Spine width: 21.0mm

Width: 164.0mm

Height: 210.0mm

Weight: 235g

Pages: 240

About the Author

UK-born Ajahn Brahm regarded himself as a Buddhist at the age of sixteen and his interest in Buddhism and meditation flourished while studying Theoretical Physics at Cambridge University. Ajahn Brahm is now the Abbot of Odhinyana Monastery and the Spiritual Director of the Buddhist Society of Western Australia.

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