{"product_id":"buddhism-for-beginners-paperback","title":"Buddhism for Beginners - Paperback","description":"\u003cdiv\u003e\u003cp style=\"text-align: right;\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"https:\/\/reportcopyrightinfringement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"nofollow\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eReport copyright infringement\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\u003c\/div\u003e\u003cp\u003eby \u003cb\u003eThubten Chodron\u003c\/b\u003e (Author)\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis easy-to-understand introduction to Buddhism is \"written for people wanting to understand basic Buddhist principles and how to integrate them into their lives\" (H.H. the Dalai Lama)\u003c\/b\u003e \u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This user's guide to Buddhist basics takes the most commonly asked questions--beginning with \"What is the essence of the Buddha's teachings?\"--and provides simple answers in plain English. Thubten Chodron's responses to the questions that always seem to arise among people approaching Buddhism make this an exceptionally complete and accessible introduction--as well as a manual for living a more peaceful, mindful, and satisfying Life. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003ci\u003eBuddhism for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e is an ideal first book on the subject for anyone, but it's also a wonderful resource for seasoned students, since the question-and-answer format makes it easy to find just the topic you're looking for, such as: \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e - What is the goal of the Buddhist path? \u003cbr\u003e - What is karma? \u003cbr\u003e - If all phenomena are empty, does that mean nothing exists? \u003cbr\u003e - How can we deal with fear? \u003cbr\u003e - How do I establish a regular meditation practice? \u003cbr\u003e - What are the qualities I should look for in a teacher? \u003cbr\u003e - What is Buddha-nature? \u003cbr\u003e - Why can't we remember our past lives?\u003ch3\u003eAuthor Biography\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eThubten Chodron, an American-born Tibetan Buddhist nun, travels worldwide, teaching and leading meditation retreats. Known for her clear and practical explanations of the Buddha's teachings, she is the author of \u003ci\u003eBuddhism for Beginners; Working with Anger; How to Free Your Mind; Open Heart, Clear Mind; \u003c\/i\u003eand \u003ci\u003eTaming the Mind\u003c\/i\u003e. She lives in Seattle, Washington.\u003c\/p\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eNumber of Pages:\u003c\/strong\u003e 160\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDimensions:\u003c\/strong\u003e 0.47 x 8.96 x 6.02 IN\u003c\/div\u003e\n            \u003cdiv\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePublication Date:\u003c\/strong\u003e January 01, 2001\u003c\/div\u003e\n            ","brand":"BooksCloud","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":47199964791033,"sku":"9781559391535","price":15.95,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0789\/2782\/3097\/files\/hFpWZNLugJ9781559391535.webp?v=1767968718","url":"https:\/\/bookscloud.io\/products\/buddhism-for-beginners-paperback","provider":"BooksCloud Book Dropshipping","version":"1.0","type":"link"}