This new collection of essays shares insights drawn from more than fifty years of traveling. Teaching and dharma work. Tarthang Tulku addresses a broad range of topics including his life and education, the meanings and symbols of the Nyingma tradition, and the transmission of the Dharma to the West. Here is a journey of mind, documented for any who care about the human condition and the survival of ancient wisdom for the future.

An authoritative translation of 172 of Nichiren's writings presented in chronological order. The collection includes Nichiren's five major works as well as other treatises setting forth his doctrine, writings remonstrating with government officials, and letters offering advice, encouragement, or consolation to believers. The translations are based on those of Burton Watson, formerly of Columbia University and an award-winning translator of Chinese...

Embark on a journey into the enigmatic realms that lie beyond the brink of mortality in "Exploring the Mysteries of Life and Death." This captivating exploration delves deep into the intriguing phenomenon of Near-Death Experiences (NDEs) and their profound implications for our understanding of consciousness, the afterlife, and the human experience.In this thought-provoking book, we traverse the vast landscape of NDEs, uncovering their mystifying elements-out-of-body...

The twelve characters (of 12 short stories) find their unique love in various times and places.

Zen mind development, grounded in meditation and mindfulness, cultivates non-judgmental awareness. It allows for observing thoughts and emotions without attachment, leading to self-discovery, interconnectedness, and inner peace.

#1 INTERNATIONAL BESTSELLER • FEATURES EXCLUSIVE NEW MATERIAL ON THE TRUMP PRESIDENCY  "Makes the case for unity in a world rife with divisions." -New York Times Book Review In this brief yet profound address to global humanity, His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet reveals that we all hold the seeds of world peace within us: "I see with ever greater clarity that our spiritual well-being depends," the Nobel Peace Prize winner writes, "on our innate...

FUNDAMENTOS DEL TANTRA Una montaña de bendiciones Tsong KhapaUn manual conciso sobre la manera de prepararse para entrar en los senderos secretos del budismo. El Buda de la Sabiduría le dijo a Tsong Khapa: "Debes llegar a darte cuenta de que el Lama es idéntico a tu elevado Ángel secreto y rezarle. Nunca dejes de rezar y así, la semilla que he sembrado en ti este día ­ orecerá y lo entenderás todo".El Maestro budista tibetano Tsong Khapa...

Secrets of True Happiness is a simple, straightforward contemplation of becoming happy through wise living. When you are truly happy, you can be at ease as a Buddha in Blue Jeans: a person of presence, openness, love, and benefit.

You're Going To Die examines the relationship between death and living with grace and dynamic vitality. These contemplations explore the essence of wisdom, loving kindness, and living a beneficial life. The prayers will lessen the ego's hold on embracing your body, heart, and mind. You are the fabric of existence, the living and dying of the cosmos. Transcendent Zen insight into living and dying is the basis of profound spiritual awakening.

In 1860, James Bruce (1811-63), the eighth Earl of Elgin, embarked upon a second embassy to China which aimed to obtain ratification of the Treaty of Tientsin and finally conclude the Second Opium War on terms favourable to the British. Accompanying Elgin as his private secretary was the enterprising army officer Henry Brougham Loch (1827-1900). Originally published in 1869, Loch's first-hand account of the mission reflects sustained concern over...