Tibetan Buddhism

Meditation has definitely saved running for me. But this was never the plan when I started running, and if you had asked me about meditation five years ago, my response would have mirrored so many other people's in suggesting meditation is nothing more than a waste of time, an excuse to sit still that my busy life did not give me the luxury to partake in.

Entering the Mind, by C von Hassett, is a deeply insightful exploration of a timeless wisdom practice known as Dzogchen—a meditation practice which points the practitioner directly to their own innate, naturally occurring mind, or what is otherwise known as “mind in its natural state.” This is the very mind the Buddha spoke of as being already awakened, already enlightened, and this mind is easily accessible and readily observable within each of us.

Что такое жизнь? А что такое смерть? Загадка, которую человечество разгадывает тысячелетиями, а наука, религия и философия дают свои ответы. Автор книги — авторитетный буддийский мастер Чокьи Нима Ринпоче приблизит вас к разгадке, ответит на многие сокровенные вопросы, касающиеся нашей жизни и того, что ждет нас после, даст буддистские практики, которые уменьшат боль и страдания на пути к просветлению. Эта книга обязательно будет интересна тем, кто знаком с культовой "Тибетской книгой мертвых".

Lama Somananda Tantrapa shares the ancient wisdom of Tibetan Shamanic Qigong in a simple and practical way. Discovering, testing and applying its principles will remarkably enhance your vitality with greater attentiveness, awareness and presence. It will help you transform and enlighten your life by developing a culture of movement that is naturally graceful and harmonious.

This eloquent, impassioned manifesto is possibly the most important message the Dalai Lama can give us about the future of our world. It's his rallying cry, full of solutions for our chaotic, aggressive, divided times: no less than a call for revolution.

Un texto clásico y muy relevante del Budismo Tibetano en una versión accesible para todos los lectores. Con incontables ediciones a lo largo de los...

The current spiritual leader of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, the 14th Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso, is a passionate supporter of Buddhism and the rights of the Tibetan people, becoming a symbol of Tibetan nationhood for Tibetans everywhere. He is also famous for his words of wisdom which include "Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.", "Silence is sometimes the best answer." and "Choose to be optimistic, it feels better."

Buddhism provides you with deep information related to the worldly pleasures, your desires, and everything that prevents you from acquiring inner peace and happiness. Moreover, it also guides you on how you can battle all your obstructions, both the inner and outer ones, to gain complete peace of mind. Buddhism is a philosophy, some refer to it as a religion, or a faith, that comprises of numerous beliefs, spiritual practices and traditions based primarily on the teachings of Gautama Buddha.

Masters, Mice and Men is a second sharing of True Stories which follow on from the previous book Tibetan Tales and other True Stories. The incidents in this latest offering cover a span of human experience that goes from the sublime to the down-right humorous. They took place between the years of 1985 and 2011, many of them in the foothills and mountains of the Himalayas. Some of these stories point to the manner in which a 'fully realised being' can live in the world and yet remain ever 'beyond' its entrapments, thus providing us with a perfect example of how to move gracefully through ...

The Dalai Lama’s message of peace and compassion resonates with people of all faiths and none. Yet, for all his worldwide fame, he remains personally elusive. Now, Alexander Norman, acclaimed Oxford-trained scholar of the history of Tibet, delivers the definitive biography - unique, multi-layered and at times even shocking. The Dalai Lama illuminates an astonishing odyssey from isolated Tibetan village to worldwide standing as spiritual and political leader of one of the world’s most profound and complex cultural traditions.

Unlock the secrets of enlightenment and transform your life with "Milarepa: A Beginner's Guide." This essential introduction delves into the extraordinary journey and timeless teachings of Milarepa, one of Tibet's most revered spiritual masters. Discover the inspiring journey of transformation from suffering and revenge to enlightenment and compassion. Milarepa's life story is a testament to the power of perseverance and the possibility of profound personal change. His teachings are a beacon of hope for anyone seeking spiritual growth and inner peace. Gain deep insights into Tibetan ...

Auf ihrer Hochzeitsreise 1968 nach Nepal begegneten Hannah und Ole Nydahl als einige der ersten Westler dem Diamantweg-Buddhismus. Schon 1969 wurden sie hier Schüler des ersten bewusst wiedergeborenen Lama Gyalwa Karmapa, dem "König der Yogis". Die Kraft der Kagyü oder "mündlich übertragenen" Meditationsschule des tibetischen Buddhismus sollte ihr Leben grundlegend verändern. Auf abenteuerlichen Reisen und in wachsender Zusammenarbeit mit den wichtigsten Meditationsmeistern lernten sie die Welt des Diamantweg-Buddhismus kennen und wurden selbst Träger seiner Mittel.

The ego and water are powerful forces, but redirecting them is possible and so too our political and economic systems.

Libro Segundo El llamado Libro Tibetano de los Muertos "Bardo Thodol" ha sido reconocido durante siglos como un clásico de la sabiduría budista. Más recientemente, ha alcanzado gran influencia en el mundo occidental por sus penetraciones psicológicas sobre el proceso de la muerte, y por lo que puede enseñarnos acerca de nuestras vidas. También ha resultado de ayuda en los procesos de duelo de algunas personas que recientemente han perdido a algún ser querido, el "Bardo Thodol" esta dividido en dos libros.

In 1933, British author James Hilton introduced the world to a new destination for journeys of the imagination: the hidden valley of Shangri-La. In doing so, Hilton built upon pre-existing fantasies, stereotypes and archetypes, many of which were centuries old, but Hilton also created something new in the form of a vision which captured the imagination of his contemporaries and has remained ever since.

In Tibet werden die Worte großer Meister in Büchern gesammelt, die den Titel "Ratschläge des Herzens" tragen. Diese Tradition greift der Dalai Lama hier auf. Was dabei herauskommt, was sich so verständlich und schlicht anhört, ist nichts weniger als die Summe seiner Gedanken - Gedanken, die jeden von uns auf seinem Weg begleiten können, egal, woher wir kommen und was wir glauben.

What is the secret to happiness? That’s a difficult question to answer. But if you listen to mainstream or social media, you might think it’s money or fame. We idolize celebrities and believe they have a perfect life. But are they really happy? We put so much hope into money and power. But once you have all these things this leaves you empty and thinking...why am I not happy even though I have everything I should want? So, what can we do? Buddhism teaches us that the solutions to our problems are within ourselves, not outside.

The tide of modern life is sweeping us even further into isolation—away from each other, from the world, from ourselves. To turn this tide, Lama Tsomo has created the latest addition to her Ancient Wisdom for Our Times series: Deepening Wisdom, Deepening Connection. Building on the ideas and practices in the first two books—Why Bother: An Introduction and Wisdom Compassion (Starting with Yourself)—this new volume actively engages listeners, expanding our understanding and guiding our practice in the several key areas.

One of the Dalai Lama's most striking qualities is his genuine interest in Western scientific and social thought. He firmly believes that if Buddhism is to have relevance today, it must be flexible and dynamic, able to take in new ideas and adapt to new situations. In Worlds in Harmony, he combines timeless Buddhist teachings with modern Western psychological theory to address such diverse issues as environmental destruction, political oppression, and the application of Buddhist principles in the West.

Буддийский монах и учитель с более чем двадцатипятилетним стажем, знаток санскрита и тибетского языка, геше Майкл Роуч в своей книге представляет буддийский взгляд на йогу. Читатель откроет для себя Тибетскую сердечную йогу, традиции которой столетиями развивались в школе Гелуг — духовном центре далай-лам Тибета. Сердечная йога представляет собой уникальную программу для занятий на физическом и духовном уровнях. Представленный здесь комплекс объединяет известные упражнения хатха-йоги с особыми тибетскими позами и методами внутренней работы с сознанием.