Book
Becoming enlightened / His Holiness the Dalai Lama ; translated and edited by Jeffrey Hopkins.
The renowned spiritual leader outlines an accessible approach to the pursuit of enlightenment that draws on traditional Buddhist meditative practices, in a guide that covers such topics as embracing a positive attitude and overcoming suffering.
Record details
- ISBN: 9781416565833 (hc.)
- ISBN: 1416565833 (hc.)
- ISBN: 9781416565840 (sc.)
- ISBN: 1416565841 (sc.)
- Physical Description: x, 256 p. ; 22 cm.
- Edition: 1st Atria Books hardcover ed.
- Publisher: New York : Atria Books, 2009.
Content descriptions
| Bibliography, etc. Note: | Includes bibliographical references (p. 255). |
| Formatted Contents Note: | A book about enlightenment -- Comparing religions -- The Buddhist framework -- Practicing Buddhism -- Knowing the qualifications of a teacher -- Buddhism in India and Tibet -- Recognizing our fortunate situation -- Knowing you will die -- Thinking about future lives -- Identifying the refuge -- Karma -- Seeing the problem and the cure --; The implications of impermanence -- Altruism -- Engendering great compassion -- Switching self and other -- Viewing reality -- The way to analyze -- Buddhahood -- Reviewing the steps. |
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| Subject: | Enlightenment (Buddhism) Spiritual life > Buddhism. Buddhism > Prayers and devotions. |
Available copies
- 16 of 16 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect. (Show)
- 1 of 1 copy available at Chetwynd Public Library.
Holds
- 0 current holds with 16 total copies.
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| Location | Call Number / Copy Notes | Barcode | Shelving Location | Holdable? | Status | Due Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Chetwynd Public Library | 294.3442 Bst (Text) | BCHE063014 | Adult Non-Fiction | Volume hold | Available | - |
