Buddhism

One of the most influential and provocative books of its generation continues to attract and inspire readers of all ages with its intriguing blend of ancient and Eastern philosophy, cultural criticism, and scientific inquiry.One of the most important and influential books written in the past half-ce... More

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Acclaimed as one of the most exciting books in the history of American letters, this modern epic became an instant bestseller upon publication in 1974, transforming a generation and continuing to inspire millions. This 25th Anniversary edition features a new introduction by the author; important ty... More

'Buddha was as mortal as you and I, yet he attained enlightenment and was raised to the rank of an immortal. The miracle is that he got there following a heart as human as yours and mine, and just as vulnerable.' — from the Author's Note  Bestselling author Deepak Chopra brings the Buddha ba... More

*Why do seemingly rational, intelligent people commit acts of cruelty and violence? *What are the root causes of destructive behavior? *How can we control the emotions that drive these impulses? *Can we learn to live at peace with ourselves and others? Imagine sitting with the Dalai Lama in his priv... More

A molecular biologist turned Buddhist monk, described by scientists as "the happiest man alive," demonstrates how to develop the inner conditions for true happiness.... More

What is it I hope for from this book? To inspire a quiet revolution in the whole way we look at death and care for the dying and the whole way we look at life, and care for the living' Written by Buddhist meditation master and popular international speaker Soygal Rinpoche, this highly acclaimed boo... More

A retelling of the story of Krishna, drawing from the puranas, folk tales and legends. Krishna means the dark one; it also means the one who attracts us to him. Divine, at the same time endearingly human, Krishna is at once the beloved child, the stealer of hearts, the loyal friend, the astute sta... More

This clear and informative guide draws on the words spoken by the Buddha to convey the true nature of Buddhist wisdom. It also features an illustrative section of texts from the Suttas and the Dhammapada , a glossary of Buddhist terms and an up-to-date bibliography. The Venerable Dr Walpola Sri Rahu... More

A previously unknown classic, this book offers Indian philosopher Osho's distinctive and highly illuminating exploration of Taoism, including penetrating commentary on the stories of the tradition's founder--Chinese philosopher Chuang Tzu--as well as inspirational anecdotes on the quest for love, sp... More

Description: Nestling amidst the great Himalays, the tiny kingdom of Tibet evokes images of monasteries, meditating monks, Buddhism and towering above them all, the Dalai Lama. The Tibetan diaspora is perhaps the only community in the world today wherein the spiritual head also dons the mantle of po... More

Chronobiology is the study of biological rhythms which are governed by endogenous pacemakers and entrained by geophysical correlates of the environment. Thus, there are circadian (daily), lunar-monthly and circannual rhythms characterising the biology and behaviour of organisms. Chronobiology resear... More

An Aghori is a practitioner of the spiritual discipline known as Aghora. Aghora is the apotheosis of Tantra, the Indian religion whose Supreme Deity is the Mother Goddess.... More

In the Dalai Lama's own words: "it is my hope that the reader of this small book will take away a basic understanding of Buddhism and some of the key methods by which Buddhist practitioners have cultivated compassion and wisdom in their lives. The methods discussed have been taken from three sacred ... More

An Introduction to Indian Philosophy, termed by Srila Prabhupada as very authoritative while introducing the reader to the spirt, vast ocean of knowledge and outlook of Indian philosophy, also helps him to graps throughly the central ideas. Philoosophy, in its widest etymological sense, emans love o... More

Dame Mary Barbara Hamilton Cartland was one of the most successful writers of romance novels of all time, with estimated worldwide sales of one billion copies in thirty-six languages. Cartland published her first novel, Jigsaw, in 1923, aslightly naughty society thriller that became a bestseller. S... More

This meticulous introduction to the Buddhist tradition not only explores the origins of the movement, but also offers a detailed study of its schools, doctrines, and practices in addition to introducing all the major texts.... More

This new, religious biography charts not only the life of the Buddha as it happened, but also considers what the life of Siddhartha Gautama still means to Buddhists today.... More

T. Lobsang Rampa was preordained to be a Tibetan priest, a sign from the stars that could not be ignored. When he left his wealthy home to enter the monastery, his heart was filled with trepidation, with only a slight knowledge of the rigorous spiritual training and physical ordeal that awaited him ... More

Existence is an endless cycle of experience called the four bardos. These four periods include our present life, the process of dying, the after-death experience, and the quest for a new rebirth. Drawing from his intimate knowledge of the innermost Vajrayana teachings, the Tibetan master Chokyi Nyim... More