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Leaving Buddha
- A Tibetan Monk's Encounter with the Living God
- De: Tenzin Lakpa, Eugene Bach - contributor
- Narrado por: Neil Shah
- Duración: 7 h y 10 m
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General5 out of 5 stars 120
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Narración:5 out of 5 stars 112
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Historia5 out of 5 stars 111
When Tenzin Lahkpa is 15 years old, his parents give him over to a local temple in Tibet as an offering. Unable to change his fate, he wholeheartedly embraces his life as a monk and begins a quest for full enlightenment through the teachings of Buddhism. But his desire to go deeper only grows, leading him to unexpected conclusions.... Follow the fascinating, never-before-told, true story of what causes a highly dedicated Tibetan Buddhist monk to make the radical decision to walk away from the teachings of Buddha and leave his monastery to follow Jesus Christ.
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5 out of 5 stars
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An Adventurous Spiritual Quest
- De Elias Rademacher en 03-05-21
- Leaving Buddha
- A Tibetan Monk's Encounter with the Living God
- De: Tenzin Lakpa, Eugene Bach - contributor
- Narrado por: Neil Shah
Twisting the Dharma
Revisado: 12-17-24
I don't doubt the truth of the couple of pages the author said "Tenzin" actually authored. The rest is basically fiction, or at least stretching the boundaries of what might be called biography. Much of it is written to cater to western readers who have no understanding of Buddhism or the Dharma. While most of the facts presented about Tibetan Buddhism are accurate, they are also used in way that suggests they are true for all of Buddhism, which is false. For example, Tibetan Buddhism includes a strong lineage of Tibetan ancestral/traditional religion, such as the gods mentioned at several points, however, Buddhism at large does not preach any gods, spirits, etc. This is a result of the admixture of Tibetan beliefs TO Buddhism rather than a fact about Buddhism as such. Further, the authors claim that Buddhism does not teach love. This is simply false. Metta (usually translated as "loving-kindness") actually is very similar to the agape love taught by the early Christians.
Overall, either the authors have intentionally twisted the facts in order to slander the Dharma and the Buddha, not to mention the Sangha, or the authors simply do not understand Buddhism at all, despite understanding some facts about a certain branch of it.
That all said, Tenzin's abuse at the hands of a powerful religious organization, and at the hands of a drunken, highly religious father in a rural backwater, are things that I can absolutely relate to, as can many other people who were brought up in the Christian West. I understand this pain, and I wish the author/authors had the decency to recognize that this is not a Buddhist problem, nor even a Tibetan one, but a problem that people the world over have had to contend with since time immemorial. Such abuse originates from drunkenness and power, two of the most dangerous forces in this world.
Approach with caution and do not take anything. in this book at face value.
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Rastafarianism for Beginners
- A Journey Through Beliefs and Practices
- De: Trevor Bennett
- Narrado por: Virtual Voice
- Duración: 3 h y 38 m
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General3 out of 5 stars 4
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Narración:3 out of 5 stars 4
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Historia3 out of 5 stars 4
Unlock the mysteries of a captivating culture. Step into the vibrant world of Rastafarianism—a movement that transcends borders, blending spirituality, music, and a quest for justice. This book invites you to explore the heart of Rastafarian beliefs and practices, revealing the profound wisdom that continues to inspire millions around the world. Discover the symbols and stories that define a way of life. Explore the significance of the Lion of Judah and the meaning behind the colors red, gold, and green. Understand the spiritual messages embedded in reggae music and how it became a global...
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2 out of 5 stars
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AI garbage
- De tom hodges en 11-25-24
- Rastafarianism for Beginners
- A Journey Through Beliefs and Practices
- De: Trevor Bennett
- Narrado por: Virtual Voice
AI garbage
Revisado: 11-25-24
The AI voice model is actually pretty good, shockingly. The writing though, which is CLEARLY heavy on use of AI is redundant, muddy, and repetitive. Most of the book is characterized by passages in which the same dozen or so words are reordered over and over to form new variations on the same sentence until the desired word count (I assume) has been reached. Recommend only to someone looking for the most basic of primers on Rastafari and with the patience of a saint.
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12 Rules for Life
- An Antidote to Chaos
- De: Jordan B. Peterson, Norman Doidge MD - foreword
- Narrado por: Jordan B. Peterson
- Duración: 15 h y 40 m
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General4.5 out of 5 stars 92,502
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Narración:4.5 out of 5 stars 80,939
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Historia4.5 out of 5 stars 80,334
What does everyone in the modern world need to know? Renowned psychologist Jordan B. Peterson's answer to this most difficult of questions uniquely combines the hard-won truths of ancient tradition with the stunning revelations of cutting-edge scientific research. Humorous, surprising, and informative, Dr. Peterson tells us why skateboarding boys and girls must be left alone, what terrible fate awaits those who criticize too easily, and why you should always pet a cat when you meet one on the street.
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5 out of 5 stars
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Not Your Average 'Self Help' Book
- De The Bookie en 06-04-18
- 12 Rules for Life
- An Antidote to Chaos
- De: Jordan B. Peterson, Norman Doidge MD - foreword
- Narrado por: Jordan B. Peterson
Outstanding
Revisado: 07-18-18
Only time will tell, but in my estimation this book will be considered an important work held in the same esteem as those by Socrates, Dostoyevsky, and Mertons. The only issue I have with Peterson's reading is that at times he seems to be affecting emotion in a disingenuous or rehearsed way. At other times his voice is filled with genuine emotion, which comes across very well and adds to the strength of his words.
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