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These teachings explore different aspects of human unawareness and emphasize Buddha's key message of raising our consciousness. Compiled by Buddha's disciples, these sutras capture the essence of his wisdom.

In this 10 part lecture series Sarah Shaw explores several stories from the Jatakas, stories of the previous lives of the Gautama Buddha both in human and animal form. The stories are entertaining and allegorical. Sarah connects these tales from fourth and fifth century B.C.E. with their relevance for our lives today.

In this book, you’ll learn the story of the original Buddha, and the lessons he taught. You’ll find out about his four noble truths – and how to incorporate them in your daily life! Buddhism is more than a religion – no matter your belief or creed, you can benefit from this ancient knowledge! There are plenty of values taught through Buddhism that can increase your happiness and quality of life!

SUMMARY This book provides an overview of nonviolence. It offers answers to the questions of what nonviolence is, how and why it ought to be used, and who ought to employ it. The book discusses examples of successful nonviolent social protest, from twentieth century movements for civil rights and colonial liberation to the Arab Spring and contemporary Black Lives Matter protests, and considers recent research that explains the power of nonviolence. It also explores philosophical and religious sources of nonviolence, while discussing key historical figures including Leo Tolstoy, Mohandas K. ...

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 ...

The Life and Teachings of the Buddha is a comprehensive guide to Buddhist philosophy and practice, offering listeners a deep understanding of the key concepts and teachings that have guided millions of people around the world for over 2,500 years.

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.

Driven by Determination: A Celebration of the Achievements of Women in Formula 1 takes you on an exhilarating journey through the lives of women who dreamed big and excelled in the high-octane world of Formula 1.

This audiobook introduces younger children to the story of Buddha (Prince Siddhartha) and the teachings of Buddhism. Carefully narrated by a school teacher, the stories explain the principle that life is suffering and how meditation and the practice of tonglen can be beneficial. The stories in the book show Buddha's journey to reach his perspective and share it with others.

‘The Three Asian Wise Men - Confucius, Lao Tzu, Buddha’ is a collection of quotes and sayings by the three great ancient sages, whose words of wisdom continue to influence Chinese society to this day. Architects of the three teachings: Confucianism, Buddhism, and Taoism, they created the idea of Yin and Yang, going with the flow, reincarnation, benevolent leadership and many others.

Awakening is not what you thought. So how do we integrate the deepest and wisest of spiritual traditions with what we know to be true about our culture, our minds, and our physiology? How do we find liberation from suffering, without ignoring trauma, through the insights gained in a world that has come face-to-face with #metoo and George Floyd? This book is an exploration of how, and where, we need to look.

Skylar had it all - riches, success, and fame - until he traded it all for Enlightenment. Skylar Seequn, on summer break from his Ivy League college, spends time in the crazy, teenager-run home of his friend, "Rip" Black, a real-life Marlon Brando character. A third friend shows up at the house with his VW bus, and suggests they all drive to California. A band of five sets out for that Mecca for Midwesterners, golden California. To the sounds of "Born to Be Wild," they travel past Midwestern farms and through the gorgeous cliffs of Utah before finally pulling in, one fateful night, to the ...

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 ...

What if everything you've been told about desire, passion, and attachment has led you away from the essence of life rather than toward it? In Kill Buddha: And Drink from the Cup of Passion, the author dismantles the misunderstood teachings of non-attachment and the repression of desire, arguing instead that passion is not the enemy but the very lifeblood of a meaningful, fulfilled existence.

Described as ‘unique and a great service to understanding’, this book is intended for three groups; Western Buddhists, that bulk of the West that have no religious affiliation yet know there is something more to life, and Buddhists in Asia who follow the encounter of the dharma with the West. It highlights the pervasive similarities in the teachings of Jesus and the Buddha as they were probably originally presented. In its six chapters and appendix, it compares the two great teachers, the Buddha and Jesus, briefly charts the process by which experts have produced words readily ...

Set against the lush jungles and rice fields of South East Asia, and a dreamscape of half sunken boats in the back woods of Northern California, this is the story of three people. It is the story of Anna who possesses an extraordinary emotional depth and healing ability from which she is hiding; Pushpa, her daughter, left in Burma with a cruel and violent ex husband, she is the mistress of a bitterness that can fill oceans; and Michael, a New York environmental lawyer who has lost his soul in the bland absences and the grey wintertime slush of empty material success. Born in a poor family ...

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.

Through universal channel Cindy Riggs, the Buddha speaks enlightening information to assist in the evolution of human consciousness. This audiobook is a compilation of Buddha’s channeled messages from 2002 to 2016, including exercises for elevating your vibrational frequency. Multi-dimensionally encoded into his words are compassion and loving energy, with which you are also blessed as you listen, so that you may awaken further spiritual awareness. The messages are informative, inspirational, and practical.

Few of the sacred texts of the world's great religions present their wisdom with the clear simplicity of the verses of the Buddhist Dhammapada or Path to Virtue. Its direct style, clarity, and beauty place it at the forefront of Buddhist sacred literature, and its noble intent raises it to the highest level of humanity's spiritual guides.

When 16-year-old Jill Whitaker's mom walks out - with a sticky note as a goodbye - only Jill knows the real reason she's gone. But how can she tell her father? Jill can hardly believe the truth herself. Suddenly, the girl who likes to fix things - cars, relationships, romances, people - is all broken up. It used to be, her best friend, tall, blond, and hot flirt Sean Addison, could make her smile in seconds. But not anymore. They don't even talk. With nothing making sense, Jill tries to pick up the pieces of her life.