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| ANCIENT WISDOM, LIVING TRADITION : The Tibetan Spirit in the Himalayas [Marcia Keegan, Tibetan text translated by Lobsang] Foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This beautiful book invites readers to experience the cultural-spiritual traditions of Tibet, Bhutan, Nepal, Sikkim, and Ladakh. The wisdom of the ancient teachings is transmitted in simple yet expressive language that is accessible to today's readers. Complementing and subtly echoing the teachings, Marcia Keegan's sensitive photos capture the unique qualities of these traditional Buddhist lands and cultures. { 112pp, 235x306mm, June 1998; HB, £23.50, 0940666758:9780940666757 , Clear Light Publishing } |
| BUDDHA NEXT DOOR : Ordinary People, Extraordinary Stories [Zan Gaudioso & Greg Martin] Through over 100 personal experiences, this anthology illuminates how the practice of Nichiren Buddhism has changed people's lives for the better. These first-person narratives -- representing people from all across the country of various ages and ethnic backgrounds -- examine the challenges of daily life associated with health, relationships, career, and ageing, and the ensuing experiences of hope, success, inspiration, and personal enlightenment that come about as a result of living as Nichiren Buddhists. { 307pp, 140x215mm, July 2007; PB, £10.99, 0977924513:9780977924516 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| BUDDHA SMILES [Mari Gayatri Stein] Brings together Mari Gayatri Stein's delightful cartoons, or dharrnatoons. The book follows a group of human and non-human seekers as they seek their enlightenment, exposing their strengths and weaknesses (and ours as well) in the process. The Buddha Smiles gently teaches the nature of Buddhist thought through cartoons on the Four Noble Truths, The Eightfold Path, and the nature of the Hindrances along the path. Many of the cartoons will make you laugh and while others will gently and wisely shed light on your fears and emotional pains. Man draws upon paradox and humour in over 250 cartoons to shed light on our deepest concerns and highest aspirations. { 256pp, 230x155mm, October 1999; PB, £10.99, 1883991285:9781883991289 , Caveat Press (White Cloud Press) } |
| BUDDHAS, BODHISATTVAS, KHADROMAS & THE WAY OF THE PILGRIM : A Transformative Book of Photography & Pithy Sayings [Simhananda] Text in English, French & Italian. A stunning photographic journey that unveils the changing face of Buddhism throughout the ages. Each photograph that composes this remarkable work of art, is accompanied by a profound thought, translated in three languages (English, French, Italian). Through his superb images and his renowned penmanship, Simhananda leads us on an unedited discovery of the universe of the Buddha. REVIEW: "Photographer's Mission of Calm: A compelling new book on photography by a reclusive Buddhist, an author and photographer known as just Simhananda, explores images of Buddha around the world and throughout time. The author traveled the globe and searched for The Buddha, whose image and likeness is found throughout the world in thousands of statues and paintings. No matter what your religious or spiritual views are, knowledge of Buddhism can help to elevate the mind to a state of healing and comfort. ...with messages of love, peace and enlightenment, the photographs of the Buddha and accompanying sayings by Dadi Darshan Dharma invite curiosity and engender soulful introspection." -- Alysha Sideman, ImagingInfo, September 2007. "The photography of Simhananda - a mysterious, reclusive avid world traveler - captures the spiritual essence of the Buddha like perhaps no book ever has. Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Khadromas and the Way of the Pilgrim is a ‘universal’ book; a work of art designed for people of all levels of spirtual understanding, all religions, and all who enjoy beautiful photographs." -- The Buddhist Channel, September 2007. "It is a tool which opens the door to a journey of awareness, love and peace. In a world mired in turbelence, war, and fear, the book is an oasis which has arrived at the ideal time." -- American Buddhist Net, September 2007. "Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Khadromas and the Way of the Pilgrim ... is a stunning photographic journey which reveals the changing face of Buddhism, with inspirational, spiritually uplifting (and sometimes humorous) sayings accompanying each photograph." -- TravelVideo.Net, September 2007. "Buddhas, Bodhisattvas, Khadromas and the Way of the Pilgrim is a beautiful book. from the moment I picked it up I was spellbound by the amazing photography of Buddha. ... In the Way of the Pilgrim these photos capture the creativity and spiritual understanding that everyone will enjoy. While Simhananda prefers to remain in the shadows, he photography speaks clearly of the passion and heart of this reclusive avid world traveler. In this wonderful book he steps aside to allow the photos to speak for themselves and draw the readers in to discovery the underlying messages of love, peace and enlightenment." -- Melody Schubert, USA Travel Magazine, October 2007. { 224pp, 235x305mm, March 2007; HB, £52.99, 0973443987:9780973443981 , Orange Palm Publications } |
| BUDDHISM & JUNGIAN PSYCHOLOGY [J Marvin Spiegelman PhD & Mokusen Miyuki PhD] An exploration of the relationships between Jungian Psychology and Buddhism with a special section on the famous oxherding pictures. Essential reading for all interested in either Buddhism or Jungian Psychology. { 190pp, 140x215mm, January 1995; PB, £7.99, 1561841110:9781561841110 , New Falcon Publications } |
| BUDDHISM DAY BY DAY : Wisdom for Modern Life [Daisaku Ikeda] With brief, easily absorbed wisdom from the precepts of Nichiren, a 13th-century Buddhist priest, this collection of day-to-day musings can be enjoyed by casual readers and devoted followers alike. Covering a wide span of topics -- from life and death to courage and winning -- the practical information and encouragement are ideal for those seeking to find a deeper understanding of this ancient philosophy. { 416pp, 150x150mm, November 2006; PB, £10.99, 0972326758:9780972326759 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| COURAGE [Daisaku Ikeda] Based on the tenets of the Japanese monk Nichiren, these guides provide insight and advice on injecting Buddhist philosophies into one's relationships and spirituality. Drawing on ancient themes of compassion and happiness, these compilations distill the essence of Buddhist scripture. These instructions for applying the readings to modern life will also teach about the many facets of love, determination, courage, and prayer. The concise, easy-to-follow entries are ideal for anyone looking to discover and cultivate a more spiritual life. { 58pp, 125x145mm, November 2006; HB, £5.50, 0972326766:9780972326766 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| DETERMINATION [Daisaku Ikeda] Based on the tenets of the Japanese monk Nichiren, these guides provide insight and advice on injecting Buddhist philosophies into one's relationships and spirituality. Drawing on ancient themes of compassion and happiness, these compilations distill the essence of Buddhist scripture. These instructions for applying the readings to modern life will also teach about the many facets of love, determination, courage, and prayer. The concise, easy-to-follow entries are ideal for anyone looking to discover and cultivate a more spiritual life. { 56pp, 125x150mm, November 2006; HB, £5.50, 0972326782:9780972326780 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| DISMANTLING DISCONTENT : Buddha's Way Through Darwin's World [Dr Charles Fisher, Ph.D.] Early hominids lived in an animal harmony with nature, free of the existential suffering we Homo sapiens experience. Evolutionary changes to our ancestors' bodies and brains endowed us with an increased capacity for creative productivity and the discontent that comes with disconnection from our environment. This duality of our evolution sets us apart from other species and inspires our most profound intellectual and spiritual yearning. Science and spiritual practice have long been considered mutually exclusive, and yet they are both methods of investigating the universe in which we live. This book offers a provocative perspective on our existential suffering from the metaphorical viewpoints of Darwin and Buddha, synthesising their two approaches-science and meditation-into a powerful union and shattering previous assumptions about the incompatibility of these two very different ways of knowing. His daring, grounded in years of solid research and sincere practice, has cleared the path to an inspired new 'middle way' for us humans to be at greater peace with our selves, each other, and the world in which we live. { 442pp, 155x230mm, August 2007; HB, £16.50, 1600700314:9781600700316 , Midpoint Trade Books (Elite Books) } |
| DRIFTING BOAT : Chinese Zen Poetry [J P Seaton & Dennis Maloney (eds)] This anthology gathers over 1500 years if Chinese Zen (Ch'an) poetry, from the earliest writing -- including the Hsin Hsin Ming written by the Third Patriarch -- to the poetry of monks living in this century. Drawn together by the Zen thread, this ragged line of poet-hermits forms a profound lineage for many contemporary poets. { 200pp, 140x215mm, September 2002; PB, £9.99, 1877727377:9781877727375 , White Pine Press } |
| GOD AS POLITICAL PHILOSOPHER : Buddha's Challenge to Brahminism [Kancha Ilaiah] Ilaiah demystifies Buddha whom he sees as a man and not a god and as India's first social revolutionary. Critical of the caste system, Buddha inducted low caste members into the sangha and made them his trusted advisers. Dissent was given a constructive place. In contrast with contemporary Hindu society, Buddha gave women an honoured place in the sangha. Pre-dating Socrates and Plato by years, Buddha also foreshadowed key elements of their philosophy and propounded theories of the state, the individual, and the role of society with the signal difference that he also put his ideas into practice. But European scholarship sought to deny his relevance as a thinker, while nationalistic Hindu historiography sought to subsume his achievements into a monolithic Hindu past. { 244pp, 145x215mm, April 2001; HB, £36.00, 8185604444:9788185604442 , Stree } |
| HOLY MOLY HICCOUGHS & ENIGMATIC KNOTTY ERUCTATIONS FROM THE BOFFOLA BELLY OF BU'TAI : The Drôleries & Dictums of Crazy Modern Dzog-zen [Ken N O Sho] Full of humour and hidden truths about life's incessant surprises, this book appears to be the first, albeit mayhaps, a yet awkward attempt at the creation of an authentically occidental approach to koan lore. Nevertheless, it does offer a rather non-rational approach to life, and does present a paradoxical perspective to an altogether sometimes, too apparent reality. { 412pp, 180x230mm, March 2007; PB, £22.99, 0973443928:9780973443929 , Orange Palm Publications } |
| JOURNEY TO HEAVENLY MOUNTAIN : An American's Pilgrimage to the Heart of Buddhism in Modern China [Jay Martin] This book recounts the author's travels and his meetings with monks, remarkable masters, and dozens of other memorable Chinese people -- the funny, the wise, the unscrupulous, the kind and compassionate. Anyone who has wondered about the health of monastic Buddhism in China today will find this a fascinating account. Anyone who longs for the serenity and clarity that the author sought in his journey will benefit from reading this book. { 248pp, 140x215mm, March 2002; PB, £11.50, 1890772178:9781890772178 , Hohm Press } |
| KNOTS OF ETERNITY : Paradoxes from Dadi to Daughter, Volume 1 [Dadi Darshan Dharma] All of the paradoxes and precepts which pepper, and enliven this unique book with their light, humour and surprising depth, act as master keys, which can suddenly open doors to many unsuspected aspects of the Truth within-us-all. { 195pp, 165x230mm, March 2007; HB, £21.99, 0973443936:9780973443936 , Orange Palm Publications } |
| LIFE OF THE BUDDHA : According to the Pali Canon [Bhikkhu Ñanamoli] Composed entirely of texts from the Pali canon, this unique biography presents the oldest authentic record of the Buddha's life and revolutionary philosophy. The ancient texts are rendered here in a language marked by lucidity and dignity, and a framework of narrators and voices connect the canonical texts. Vivid recollections of his personal attendant Ananda and other disciples bring the reader into the Buddha's presence, where his example offers profound inspiration and guidance on the path to freedom. { 376pp, 140x200mm, September 2003; PB, £13.99, 1928706126:9781928706120 , IPG (Pariyatti Publishing) } |
| LOVE : Buddhism for You [Daisaku Ikeda] Based on the tenets of the Japanese monk Nichiren, these guides provide insight and advice on injecting Buddhist philosophies into one's relationships and spirituality. Drawing on ancient themes of compassion and happiness, these compilations distill the essence of Buddhist scripture. These instructions for applying the readings to modern life will also teach about the many facets of love, determination, courage, and prayer. The concise, easy-to-follow entries are ideal for anyone looking to discover and cultivate a more spiritual life. { 58pp, 115x140mm, November 2006; HB, £5.50, 0972326774:9780972326773 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| NEW TANTRISM : Introductory Themes [Klaire D Roy] A revolutionary book! Tantra must not be known as an entity belonging solely to Buddhism. Although Buddhism has helped to reveal it, Tantra is an independent entity. It moves according to its own rhythm, and is in no way influenced by any philosophy or religion. This book allows us to cast a new look on a subject that is as old as the world. { 128pp, 115x180mm, August 2007; PB, £7.99, 1896523579:9781896523576 , Orange Palm Publications (Paume de Saint-Germain Publishing) } |
| OSHO FRAGRANCE [Swami Chaitanya Keerti] Touching upon various aspects of our day-to-day lives in a subtle manner, this simple yet powerful book, drawing inspiration from the multi-dimensional vision of Osho, the most radical mystic of our times, come like a breath of fresh air and leaves us as a better human being. { 240pp, 140x215mm, March 2007; PB, £9.99, 818328003X:9788183280037 , Wisdom Tree } |
| PRAYER [Daisaku Ikeda] Based on the tenets of the Japanese monk Nichiren, these guides provide insight and advice on injecting Buddhist philosophies into one's relationships and spirituality. Drawing on ancient themes of compassion and happiness, these compilations distill the essence of Buddhist scripture. These instructions for applying the readings to modern life will also teach about the many facets of love, determination, courage, and prayer. The concise, easy-to-follow entries are ideal for anyone looking to discover and cultivate a more spiritual life. { 58pp, 115x140mm, November 2006; HB, £5.50, 0972326790:9780972326797 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| PRECIOUS JEWELS OF TIBET : A journey to the Roof of the World [Jane Bay] On a pilgrimage to India, Jane Bay is accompanied by a Tibetan Buddhist monk, Lobsang Samten, through a series of adventures and spiritual passage that will change her life forever. Jane embarks on a journey to Tibet travelling again with her spiritual friend, Lobsang, who returns to his homeland for the first time in thirty eight years. Their dangerous mission takes them from the temples of Lhasa to towns brutalised by Chinese occupation, to destroyed monasteries, and remote nomadic outposts. { 207pp, 140x215mm, July 1998; PB, £9.99, 1574160044:9781574160048 , Clear Light Publishing } |
| REVEALING THE TAO TE CHING : In-Depth Commentaries on an Ancient Classic [Hu Uuezhi] Revered for its profound insight into the human condition, Lao Tzu's Tao Te Ching has been translated more frequently than any other work except the Bible. Few people, however, recognise its esoteric spiritual meaning. Even if they do, they do not easily understand its practical significance without guidance from a developed practitioner of Taoist alchemy. In these heart-moving commentaries, senior Taoist adept and teacher, Hu Xuehi offers his deep insight into the inner spiritual process as metaphorically described by Lao Tzu. Master Hu provides a precious bridge into the work's inner meanings. He assists the sincere seeker in practically understanding its relationship to their personal spiritual growth and cultivation. An invaluable tool and counsel for the serious practitioner as well as the lover of eternal truth. { 240pp, 155x230mm, May 2006; PB, £13.50, 1887575189:9781887575188 , AtlasBooks (Ageless Classics Press) } |
| ROMANCING THE BUDDHA : Embracing Buddhism in My Everyday Life [Michael Lisagor] An adventure-comedy story about Lisagor's hunt for lost treasure in the jungles of urban America and the depths of his life. Like the poor man in the Buddhist parable who wandered for years before discovering a priceless jewel a wealthy friend had sewn into the hem of his robe, Lisagor was unaware of his own Buddha or enlightened nature. Lisagor shares his experiences applying the principles of Nichiren Buddhism to successfully deal with the difficulties of daily life, including depression, spousal illness, the challenges of raising two daughters, and the quest for happiness. An overview of Nichiren Buddhism and a glossary of Buddhist terms are provided. This is an inspirational read for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. { 178pp, 125x200mm, February 2006; PB, £9.50, 097232674X:9780972326742 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| SMILING FOREHEAD : Paradoxes from Dadi to Daughter, Volume 2 [Dadi Darshan Dharma] This second volume of paradoxes and precepts is both a wonder and a wake-up call. They mysteriously realign with vigour, seriousness, and fun, our mind's modulations with that of the Spirit's High Vision, (or Dharma View), and they give us a new world-perspective vis-à-vis some immortal truths and common spiritual concepts. { 193pp, 165x230mm, March 2007; HB, £21.99, 0973443944:9780973443943 , Orange Palm Publications } |
| TANTRIC POETRY OF KUKAI : Japan's Buddhist Saint (Kobo Daishi) [Morgan Gibson & Hiroshi Murakami] Includes excerpts from 'The Mahavairocana Sutra' and I-Hsing's 'Commentary of the Sutra'. REVIEW: "...a competent account of the development of Buddhist doctrine, Kukai's part in bringing the Esoteric practice to Japan, and Morgan Gibson's introduction to the Shingon school." -- Yann Lovelock, 'The Middle Way', London. { 76pp, 140x215mm, September 2002; PB, £4.99, 0934834679:9780934834674 , White Pine Press } |
| TEACHINGS OF BUDDHA [Bukkyo Dendo Kyonkai] Buddha’s Wisdom is as broad as the ocean and His Spirit is full of great Compassion. Buddha has no form but manifests Himself in Exquisiteness and leads us with His whole heart of Compassion. This book is valuable because it contains the essence of the Buddha’s teachings as recorded in over five thousand volumes. These teachings have been preserved and handed down for more than twenty-five hundred years extending beyond borders and racial barriers of the world. The words of Buddha contained in this book touch on all aspects of human life and bring meaning to it. { 165pp, 140x215mm, January 2006; PB, £5.99, 8120727819:9788120727816 , Sterling Publishers PVT Ltd } |
| TRANSFORM YOUR LIFE : A Year of Awareness Practice [Cheri Huber] Chosen for impact, clarity, and humour, these one-per-day quotations come from a wide variety of sources: Zen masters; Christian and Sufi mystics; Eastern and Western philosophers; poets ancient and modern; and living artists, writers, and comedians. Each entry also contains a question to prompt self-examination, making the calendar a year-long course in fending off destructive thoughts and finding inner certainty. { 378pp, 140x215mm, September 2007; SB, £9.50, 0971030952:9780971030954 , IPG (Keep It Simple Books) } |
| UNLOCKING THE MYSTERIES OF BIRTH & DEATH : ...and Everything In Between, A Buddhist View Life [Daisaku Ikeda] This introduction to Nichiren Buddhism explores the philosophical intricacies of life and reveals the wonder inherent in the phases of birth, aging, and death. Core concepts of Nichiren Buddhism, such as the ten worlds and the nine consciousnesses, illustrate the profundity of human existence. This book provides Buddhists with the tools they need to fully appreciate the connectedness of all beings and to revolutionise their spiritual lives based on this insight. Also explored are how suffering can be transformed to contribute to personal fulfilment and the well-being of others and how modern scientific research accords with ancient Buddhist views. Ultimately, this is both a work of popular philosophy and a book of compelling, compassionate inspiration for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike that fosters a greater understanding of Nichiren Buddhism. { 272pp, 155x230mm, January 2004; PB, £9.99, 0972326707:9780972326704 , IPG (Middleway Press) } |
| YOU WERE BORN FOR A REASON : The Real Purpose of Life [Kentetsu Takamori, Daiji Akehashi & Kentaro Ito] As human beings, we have one thing in common -- we search all our lives for lasting happiness. "You Were Born For a Reason" tells us that happiness can indeed be found. But it is not found in the place we ordinarily look, such as status, achievements, or family. The book shows us how to navigate life's obstacles from a deep and abiding source of inner peace. The authors -- a Buddhist teacher, a psychotherapist, a philosopher -- bring their combined wisdom to bear on the age-old question: what is the purpose of life? They direct us toward answers contained in often-overlooked Buddhist teachings -- specifically, in the words of Shinran, who is the founder of Jodo Shinshu, the largest of Japan's schools of Buddhism. In clear and compelling language, this book shows why human life is not only meaningful, but infinitely precious. { 224pp, 155x230mm, November 2007; HB, £11.50, 0979047102:9780979047107 , AtlasBooks (Ichimannendo Publishing Inc) } |
| ZEN BUDDHISM DVD : In Search of Self [Gong Jae Sung] Following a tradition dating back over 1000 years, two dozen Buddhist nuns gather for a ninety day period of meditation, fasting and contemplation deep in the mountains of South Korea. With the singular goal of attaining enlightenment, the women undertake a rigorous schedule of meditation, at one point sitting for seven days without sleep. In this first ever documentary on the practice of Dong Ahn Geo (Winter Zen Retreat), you will be invited into the Baek Hung Buddhist Temple to witness not only the nuns' strict meditation practice, but their daily lives in which we see not only a deep spiritual discipline but an almost childlike joy and simplicity. Since the Great Monk Hyecheol built Baek Hung Temple in the 10th century during the Silla Dynasty (AD 57-935), the temple has been known for the most rigorous Cham Sun (Zen) practice. Forbidden until now, the camera captures the austere beauty of the Korean countryside and the long secret traditions of this Buddhist Zen retreat. This historic documentary was filmed from 29 November 2001 to 26 February 26 2002 at Baek Hung Temple, Palgong Mountain, Daegu, South Korea. Approximate running time: 65 minutes. { March 2007; DV, £13.50, DVD-ZEN1 , Turtle Press } |
| ZEN, SIMPLY SITTING : A Zen Monk's Commentary on the Fukanzazengi by Master Dogen [Philippe Coupey] Long-time Zen teacher Philippe Coupey offers readers a fresh, sometimes irreverent, perspective of an ancient classic -- the Fukanzazengi, a short basic text on how to practice zazen, written by the Master Dogen in 1227. The Fukanzazengi is highly venerated within the Zen tradition, and is systematically recited in Zen temples. Dogen's actual text is only three to four pages long, yet it has been a source of inspiration and guidance for both beginners and advanced students for centuries. What's new in ZEN, SIMPLY SITTING is that Dogen's text has been put into everyday English, and given a contemporary context by Philippe Coupey. Only a few other formal commentaries on this text are available today. Some are highly scholarly, and therefore too heavy for the average reader. Others lack the guts and immediacy of Coupey's approach to this timeless teaching. The commentaries contained here are based on the work of Coupey's own distinguished master Taisen Deshimaru, the Soto Zen teacher who brought Zen to Europe. { 120pp, 140x215mm, December 2006; PB, £9.99, 1890772615:9781890772611 , Hohm Press } |