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The Prajna Paramita Hridaya Sutra is among the best known of all the Buddhist scriptures. Chanted daily by many Zen students, it is also studied extensively in the Tibetan tradition, and it has been regarded with interest more recently in the West in various fields of study - from philosophy to quantum physics. In just 35 lines, it expresses the truth of impermanence and the release from suffering that results from the understanding of that truth with a breathtaking economy of language.

Comprising only 632 Chinese characters, the Heart Sutra is Buddhism in a nutshell. Despite its brevity, this powerful work covers more of the Buddha's teachings than any other scripture. Its influence is more profound and wide-reaching than any other text in Buddhism.

Are you searching for a way to bring more peace and wisdom into your life? Diamond Sutra and the Heart Sutra for Beginners: Pathways to Inner Peace and Enlightenment is your gateway to understanding two of the most revered texts in Buddhism—brought to life in clear, practical language for modern readers. Discover timeless wisdom that has transformed lives for centuries. These sutras are more than ancient texts; they offer profound lessons on compassion, mindfulness, and letting go of attachment, helping you navigate today’s challenges with clarity and peace of mind. Learn to see beyond ...

El Dhammapada es una escritura sagrada budista en verso tradicionalmente atribuida a Buda Gautama. Es uno de los textos más conocidos del Canon Pali. El título es un término compuesto de las palabras "dhamma" y "pada", cada una de las cuales tiene varios significados y connotaciones.

Thubten Chodron’s illuminating explication of Togmay Zangpo’s revered text, The Thirty-Seven Practices of Bodhisattvas, doesn’t just explain its profound meaning; in dozens of passages she lets her students and colleagues share first-person stories of the ways that its teachings have changed their lives. Some bear witness to dramatic transformations.

First published in 1925, Buddha's Teachings was originally edited by Japanese scholars of Buddhism before WWII and distributed widely throughout Japan. The first English edition was published in 1934.

Children and adults alike will enjoy these amazing, entertaining and fascinating stories from The Lotus Sutra. Originally told to illustrate the challenging concepts of the Buddha’s most important lesson, they easily stand on their own and will quickly become family favorites, presenting meaningful and useful insights today, tomorrow and for a lifetime. Read the exciting adventure of how children rescued themselves from a burning house, the rags to riches story of how a Janitor became CEO, how treasure hunters found a City of Dreams, how a man thought he lost everything because he ...

Vinaya Pitaka for Beginners: The Essentials of Buddhist Monastic Code is your personal invitation to dive into the heart of Buddhist monastic life. For centuries, this sacred text has guided the ethical and spiritual conduct of monks and nuns, offering a blueprint for living a life of mindfulness, discipline, and inner peace. Now, for the first time, this ancient wisdom is made accessible to beginners, without losing any of its profound depth. Unlock the secrets of the monastic code: Discover the timeless rules that have shaped the lives of Buddhist monastics for over 2,500 years. Learn how...

Unlock the Wisdom of the Buddha’s Core Teachings Step into the heart of ancient wisdom with Sutta Pitaka for Beginners: Insights into Mindfulness, Ethics, and Wisdom. This is more than a book—it’s your doorway to the foundational text that shaped centuries of Buddhist thought and practice. Discover the path to a more mindful, compassionate, and purposeful life. Reveal the Power of True Mindfulness Imagine experiencing every moment with clarity. The Suttas contain practical, timeless techniques for mindfulness, allowing you to approach each day with greater awareness. With insights ...

The Tao Te Ching is a Chinese classic text traditionally credited to the sixth-century BC sage Laozi. It is a foundational text of both philosophical and religious Taoism and has strongly influenced other schools of Chinese philosophy and religion, including Confucianism and Buddhism.

Discover the path to true clarity and inner peace with The Surangama Sutra for Beginners: A Path to Inner Clarity and Wisdom—a powerful guide crafted to transform how you see yourself, your mind, and the world around you. In this accessible interpretation, you’ll find: A Blueprint for Self-Mastery The Surangama Sutra isn’t just a text; it’s a roadmap to inner freedom and insight. This book breaks down the essential teachings of the sutra, providing practical steps to overcome distraction, anxiety, and the constant pull of everyday stresses. With each page, discover how to calm the ...

Embark on a transformative journey with "Amitabha Sutra: A Beginner's Guide: Exploring Key Teachings." This meticulously crafted guide invites you into the serene and profound world of Pure Land Buddhism, making its timeless wisdom accessible to everyone. Imagine a place where peace reigns supreme, where golden trees and jeweled lakes reflect the boundless compassion of Amitabha Buddha. "Amitabha Sutra: A Beginner's Guide" opens the doors to this enchanting realm, the Pure Land, offering you the keys to spiritual fulfillment and enlightenment. Unlock the Teachings of Amitabha Buddha: Dive ...

The Dhammapada is a work familiar to every devout Buddhist and to every serious student of Buddhism. This small collection of 423 verses on the Buddha’s doctrine is so rich in insights, that it might be considered the perfect compendium of the Dhamma in its practical dimensions. Learn more about this central text in this audiobook.

The Tree of Wisdom by Nagarjuna is a treatise on morals and ethics written over 2,000 years ago. It is about the love you find and how you share it with others. It's about how you're going to spend your time, about the give-and-take, and how we treat each other. It's all about the friends you make. It's all about the choices you make. It's on the importance of forgiving and being forgiven. To live a life that is pure in faith and heart. To strive to stay on the path. To find the way of the masters that have gone before us.

The MSAC Philosophy Group is pleased to announce a new edition of that timeless classic in spiritual literature, The Dhammapada. Attributed to Buddha, this early text in Buddhism sheds a clear light on the teachings of the four noble truths and the eightfold path. This translation is from Max Mueller, the famous 19th century Indologist.

Few of the sacred texts of the world's great religions present their wisdom with the clear simplicity of the verses of the Buddhist Dhammapada or Path to Virtue. Its direct style, clarity, and beauty place it at the forefront of Buddhist sacred literature, and its noble intent raises it to the highest level of humanity's spiritual guides.

The following version of The Dhammapada is based upon a 19th-century translation from F. Max Müller’s The Sacred Books of the East (Clarendon Press, 1881). This adaptation replaces masculine pronouns and references with the feminine, providing a text that speaks directly to women in the female voice. No longer do women have to infer that a text is meant to be inclusive when reading. It now addresses women directly.

You’ve likely heard the terms, “karma” and “meditation” before, but do you know what these words really mean? While some Buddhist principles have been popularized in the west, most people outside of Asia still know very little about Buddhism as a whole. Whether you’re seeking spiritual fulfillment, a new perspective on life, or simply want to add some healthy habits to your routine, you’re in the right place.

Karma is the cosmic law that ensures all good deeds are rewarded, while bad deeds receive an equally deserving punishment. The concept of karma was first expressed in the ancient Hindu writings, known as the Vedas. Due to increased awareness and acceptance of eastern spiritual practices and philosophies worldwide these days, the concept of karma has become a widely accepted. It is a safe bet to say that almost the majority of us - regardless of culture, creed, and religion - do believe in some form of universal law that calls for us to act morally lest we will be faced with the repercussions. However, very few of us would take care not to violate this cosmic law.

“Ksitigarbha” is a Sanskrit word meaning “earth treasury”, reflecting the hidden treasures in the minds of all sentient beings, and Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva’s specialty is His “power of vow”—a vow not to become a Buddha until all beings, including those in hell, are rescued. The narrator, Paul, is an inmate. He has been rescued by the Three Jewels and Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva multiple times. We are moved by his serious, persistent vows to change himself and cultivate inwardly according to the Buddha and Ksitigarbha Bodhisattva’s teachings.