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The contemporary mystic Osho lived in a time before the internet and social media, no 24-hour news coverage existed at the time of the historic events described in this book. But fake news has been around for as long as there have been politicians. For this reason, Osho entrusted some eyewitnesses to record the events around him and his people. Maneesha is one of them.

Embark on a transformative exploration at the crossroads of purpose and creation in "The Art of Mindful UX: UX Design Through the Buddha's Eyes." This innovative journey converges the timeless wisdom of the Buddha with the contemporary realm of User Experience (UX) Design, uncovering profound insights into the human condition and design itself. Imagine a canvas where each deliberate brushstroke reflects practicality and speaks to the user's spirit. Mindful UX design transcends traditional boundaries, tapping into fundamental human qualities such as empathy, ethics, and purpose. It's a ...

We as a people depend upon our perception of reality for our survival. This concept resonates with most everyone. Humans have a desperate need to believe in something, anything--the need to believe is the catalyst for our search for meaning. This book attempts to answer such questions of how our beliefs enhance our physical, emotional, and spiritual health. Like the interiors of organisms contain complex cycles and material transformations driven by psychic energy. The inclusion of reality means that from some perspectives it resembles life. Perception also differs from reality in ...

This eBook on revisiting Singapore and Hong Kong is a narrative that captures the essence of two iconic cities through fresh perspectives. In Singapore, the journey unfolds with a deeper exploration of its architectural marvels and cultural treasures. From the futuristic allure of Marina Bay Sands to the historical charm of Merlion Park, the vibrant blooms of the Botanical Gardens, and the harmonious blend of nature and innovation, the city-state emerges as a dynamic tapestry of tradition and modernity. Every visit unearths new facets of Singapore’s identity, with its seamless interplay ...

By Way of The Sea a novel by Julian Bound A Tibetan Buddhist monk takes a journey of discovery to see the seas he has always dreamt of. Struggling with his beliefs a young Tibetan Buddhist monk begins a journey to see the seas imagined since a child. Travelling through Tibet, Nepal and India to reach his goal those he encounters along the way start to restore a faith lost to him. Since a young novice Tenzin has longed to stand before seas never witnessed in a landlocked Tibet. Travelling through his homelands he walks beside holy lakes and over high attitude mountain passes until stepping ...

From the moment of his birth, Siddhartha Gautama never doubted his specialness. He arrived with magnificently webbed digits and could lick his own earlobes. His karma had been that good. Thus, the question was never whether he would become a king, but rather, what type of king he would become. Siddhartha's journey took a sudden spiritual turn when he came to the first of his many realizations: things die, and before they die, they suffer, a lot, for real.

The Mindfulness of Wandering by Julian Bound 21 Mindful Walks through 7 Buddhist Countries for Reducing Stress and Anxiety and Finding Peace of Mind in your Everyday Life Calm the mind and start a journey towards finding peace with twenty-one short mindful walks through the beautiful temples, gardens and shrines of Asia and South East Asia. Finding peace in today’s modern world can be difficult. Although calm appears at times in our daily lives it is often fleeting, allowing elements of stress, anxiety, sadness and at times exhaustion to take dominance again. By practicing mindfulness in ...

In this magical realism novel, four strangers are recruited by a mysterious monk in a cave in the Himalayas to find the last four Buddhas and keep them safe. Nathan must find a thirteen-year-old boy in in Chicago. Sarah - a baby girl in Guam. Akio - a young woman in Okinawa. And Leo must locate at newborn baby boy in New York City. If they fail? The end of the human race. Their adversary is mankind itself. And time is running out.

Nico had but moments to leave the projects. It had become that dangerous. His life was at risk. He had no way of knowing that he’d end up leaving his mother and sister behind. For all they knew, a local gangster had killed Nico and dumped his body in the Harlem River. But by saving his life, Nico answered a call diametrically opposed to the crime-ridden life he’d just been living. Despite feeling like an outcast, Nico eventually found his way to a secluded spiritual community led by a man known as “The Teacher.” Nico soon embraced that teaching and its members. That defined approach...

While "600 Mystical and Spiritual Quotations" is a superb book for dipping in and out of, it also offers practical spiritual advice from six of the most forward-thinking minds of all time. Ideal for self-reflection and personal improvement, these are more than just quotes; they can be tools through which to better yourself. A welcome addition to any library or coffee table. Mahatma Gandhi (1931 – 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression.

Just what did the Buddha teach? Most agree the Earliest Buddhist Suttas are the basis for his teachings. This book is a collection of transcripted and edited talks by Bhante Vimalaramsi, an American Buddhist 30 year monk. In it he goes through individual suttas and explains the meaning, and how one applies this to your meditation and enhances your general understanding of Buddhist Principles. Most importantly he focuses on the meditation practice. He gives detailed instructions and how to handle hindrances. He explains his method of the 6 'R's. Nibbana can be achieved here and now.He ...

Looking for inspiration and guidance on your path to enlightenment? Look no further. This book is a collection of 100 short stories that draw on the teachings of Buddha and Zen philosophy to offer readers practical advice and wisdom for living a more fulfilling life. Each story is designed to inspire and motivate, offering a unique perspective on common life challenges such as stress, anxiety, and self-doubt. With "Buddha's Inspiration", you'll discover how to cultivate inner peace, develop a deeper sense of mindfulness, and build a more meaningful connection with yourself and the world ...

Receive the Medicine Buddha Reiki Attunement instantly. The Medicine Buddha is the Buddha of healing. The Medicine Buddha is an enlightened being who has unbiased compassion for all living beings. He protects living beings from physical and mental illnesses and other dangers and obstacles, and helps them to eradicate the three poisons- attachment, hatred, and ignorance- which are the source of all sickness and danger. This attunement connects you to Medicine Buddha and enables you to use Medicine Buddha Reiki to heal yourself and others. Medicine Buddha Reiki was founded by Stephen Comee. ...

In this book, twelve leading scholars of South Asian texts and traditions articulate the Buddha-life blueprint-the underlying and foundational pattern that holds the life story of a buddha together. They retell the episodes of Buddha Gautama's extended life story, while keeping in mind the cosmic, paradigmatic arc of his narrative. The contributors have dedicated their careers to exploring hagiographical materials, each applying their own methodological and theoretical interests to shed new light on the enduring story of Buddhism.

A partially decomposed body of a young woman is discovered in a park in Pasadena, California. The woman was strangled but not sexually assaulted. The police suspect she might be a missing heiress who disappeared over a year ago, but dental records prove them wrong. But who is she? And is there a link between the heiress and this corpse? The celebrated detective Virgil Tibbs reshapes the known facts regarding these two women and discovers astonishing connections.

This book attempts to explore the military lives of Moses, the Buddha, and Muhammad, and the role their war experiences played in their religious lives.

This is Olcott's biographic account of the Buddha, frequently called Siddhartha, combining experience and wisdom while introducing his life to a Western audience. While brief, Olcott's examination of the holy prophet's life is as vivid and fresh today as it was when it was published. Who was the Buddha, what were his lessons to man, and what is Buddhism?

Buddha or Karl Marx is a comparative study of the two philosophies Buddhism and Marxism. It concludes by presenting in plain English that Buddhism through changing man's disposition is a superior way to achieve and most importantly maintain a society sans suffering, greed and fostering Maitri (universal love and brotherhood).

Skylar had it all - riches, success, and fame - until he traded it all for Enlightenment. Skylar Seequn, in his final year of college, wanders rapturous across his Ivy League campus, whose trees are festooned with the voluptuous cups of flamingo-hued magnolias, and whose walkways are spread with delicate carpets fashioned from the fall of lotus-colored cherry blossoms. Not knowing what he will do after graduation, he confronts his fears of the future. One glorious morning, he and his best buddy, Emmetrios, swallow magic pills and encounter the divine Miss Synesthesia, who instantly ...

For the many people who are interested in learning more about Buddhism, here is a primer on Buddhism and Buddhist practice written in a deceptively simple manner, with an engaging, gentle humor and flavor. Adrienne Howley's purpose is to demystify Buddhism, stripping away the layers of ritual and iconography that have grown up around it over the centuries, and to present the original, basic tenets and practices.