An ancient poem for modern timesTransform ordinary self-centeredness into loving kindness and altruismTransform ordinary confused views into profound wisdomBecome a friend of the world who, motivated by compassion, seeks enlightenment to benefit all living beingsThis famous and universally loved poem for daily living has inspired generations of Buddhists and non-Buddhists since it was first composed in the 8th century by the great Buddhist Master, Shantideva. This new translation, made under the guidance of Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche, conveys the great lucidity and poetic beauty of the original, while preserving its full impact and spiritual insight. Reading the verses slowly, while contemplating their meaning, has a profoundly liberating effect on the mind. The poem invokes special positive states of mind, moving us from suffering and conflict to happiness and peace, and gradually introduces us to the entire path to attaining the supreme inner peace of enlightenment, the real meaning of our human life.
✔ Author(s): Buddhist Master Shantideva,Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Rinpoche,Gen-la Kelsang Thubten
✔ Title: Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life: How to Enjoy a Life of Great Meaning and Altruism
✔ Rating : 4.7 out of 5 base on (101 reviews)
✔ ISBN-10: 1910368741
✔ Language: English
✔ Format ebook: PDF, EPUB, Kindle, Audio, HTML and MOBI
✔ Device compatibles: Android, iOS, PC and Amazon Kindle
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