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183 pages ; 23 cm
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English
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This book chronicles the day-to-day life of a longtime student of Tibetan Buddhism and climate change over a period of nine months begining in December 2010. The author's travels in Florida, New Mexico, and Colorado highlight interconnections between the Buddhist teaching that all is impermanent, the science of climate change, and the necessity of having compassion for all beings.--Publisher.
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xi, 125 pages ; 16 cm
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English
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"A newly designed reissue of Pema Chodron's Always Maintain a Joyful Mind -- featuring everday inspiration drawn from the classic Buddhist practice of lojong and instructive commentaries by Pema for making the lojong teachings a practical part of everyday life. This uniquely accessible presentation of lojong, one of Tibetan Buddhism's most renowned practices, gets at the heart of compassion as only Pema Chodron can. Featuring the 59 pithy lojong slogans...
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144 pages ; 22 cm
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English
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Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh transforms an ancient folktale into a timeless parable. Born in rural Vietnam, Kinh Tam's beauty and intelligence were obvious to all. From an early age she was drawn to the teachings of Buddha and the rewards of a monastic life, but to please her family she agreed to marry. Throughout her marriage, Kinh Tam's mind was devoted to her husband, but her heart never wavered from her true calling. She wanted to be a monk. Yet...
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xiv, 255 pages ; 22 cm
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English
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A discussion of how the Dalai Lama draws on his personal compassion to connect with others shares insight into his human frustrations and joyful approach to the world, and describes his peace-promoting encounters with people ranging from a sick child to world leaders.
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