An introduction to Buddhism
By: The Dalai Lama ; translated by Geshe Thupten Jinpa
Contributors: Thupten Jinpa, translator; Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama XIV, 1935-
Series: Core teachings of the Dalai Lama
Publisher: Shambhala Publications, Incorporated
Published: 2018
Language: eng
Number of pages: 125
ISBN-13: 9781559394758
Copyright date: 2004
Subjects: Doctrines; Buddhism; Dge-lugs-pa (Sect)
Description: Speaking to an audience of Western students, the Dalai Lama shows us how to apply basic Buddhist principles to our day-to-day lives. Starting with the very foundation of Buddhism, the Four Noble Truths, he provides the framework for understanding the Buddha's first teachings on suffering, happiness, and peace. He follows with commentary on two of Buddhism's most profound texts: The Eight Verses on Training the Mind and Atisha's Lamp for the Path to Enlightenment. He invites us all to develop innermost awareness, a proper understanding of the nature of reality, and heartfelt compassion for all beings--Adapted from page [4] of cover.
Notes: Previously published as: Lighting the way by Snow Lion Publications, ©2004.

Includes bibliographical references and index.
Table of contents: title: Principles of Buddhism : the Four Noble Truths; title: Teachings on the Eight verses on training the mind; title: Atisha's Lamp for the path to enlightenment.