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Becoming enlightened / His Holiness the Dalai Lama ; translated and edited by Jeffrey Hopkins.

Summary:

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.
Subject: Enlightenment (Buddhism)
Spiritual life > Buddhism.
Buddhism > Prayers and devotions.

Available copies

  • 16 of 16 copies available at BC Interlibrary Connect.
  • 1 of 1 copy available at Chetwynd Public Library. (Show)

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  • 0 current holds with 16 total copies.
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Legacy Use Count: 4
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Christina Lake 294.3442 BST (Text) 35142002344744 Adult Non Fiction Volume hold Available -
Creston Public Library 294.3923 BST (Text)
Acquisition Type: Donated
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