Discover the Core Teachings of the Dalai Lama on Buddhism - An Introduction

M. Polite: Just what I needed.

United States on Jan 07, 2021

Amazon Customer: Love this introduction to Buddhism by the Dali Lama. Not to hard to understand the concepts put forward in the book. There was not much mention on the 4 Noble Truths however and I wish there was more to this teaching in this book.

United States on Jan 04, 2021

kokosdad: .....along with a generality that can only originate with His Holiness. Being a Supreme human being does not necessarily lead one to a lively teaching style. I love reading his words, because I can "hear" his voice ........ And, I love Dalai Lama and all he has to say.
No one can match him! His Goodness and Compassion are evident in his every word!!
Thank you!!

United States on Nov 30, 2020

Benjamin Clarke: Was a good starting point that left me wanting to learn more! Already bought a few of the scripts they described in the book!

United Kingdom on Nov 12, 2019

Sarah: Fantastic insight and comentry on the foundation principles and beliefs of Tibeten Buddhism. I found it easy to read dispite some difficulty philosophical and conceptual subjects.

Australia on Aug 06, 2019

Samantha Lush: It's a bit hard to understand, having a tough time getting through it for that reason

Canada on Jul 25, 2019

gypsygirl: My teenage son wanted to explore Buddhism, a path I followed for many years, and asked me to recommend some core Buddhist texts. Instead of going directly to classic Tibetan Buddhist spiritual works in translation, I decided on this Introduction by H.H. the Dalai Lama. It's not too long, which is good for someone who wants to check out this path without committing to a huge tome, and it's definitely not dry. It covers the basics in a conversational style, but also includes a discussion (with excerpts) of some classic Buddhist texts that give my son a taste of what Buddhist literature is like. A great place to start for an overview of Tibetan Buddhism.

United States on Jan 22, 2019

KB: Great introduction to Buddhism. Easy to read, clear and succinct.

Canada on Dec 30, 2018

Pacific9: This book surprised me as it is not a survey of the ABCs of Buddhism which so many intros try to provide yet often fall flat while doing so. Rather, this is a look at the very heart of Buddhism through some of the Dalai Lama's favorite teachings and texts. I think someone new to the subject will have so much more of a *feeling* about how Buddhism can transform the mind in such a positive and beautiful way.

The four noble truths here come alive, not a flat depressing list but as a framework where things like karma and "dependent arising" come into focus in a very clear way. The next section, on one of the great short texts on training to generate the "mind of enlightenment" and the insight that sees what reality really is, is one of my favorite teachings. And the final section is based on Atisha's work that illustrates the essential points and stages of attaining Buddhahood.

I have read lots on these topics before, but somehow the clarity of this presentation really hit home.

Its was also nice to have a book that I could get through in a weekend.

United States on Aug 22, 2018