Most Popular Books by Dalai Lama

In March 2000 a group of world-class scientists and philosophers sat down with the Dalai Lama to discuss the question of destructive emotions and how and where they originate from. In this illuminating commentary on the ensuing exchange, Daniel Goleman, author of the international bestseller Emotional Intelligence reports on the breakthrough research this historic gathering inspired, and th

The Dalai Lama explores the interface of Buddhist concepts and major scientific ideas culled from a long period of thought on his part.

Blending common sense and modern psychiatry, The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World applies Buddhist tradition to twenty-first-century struggles in a relevant way. The result is a wise approach to dealing with human problems that is both optimistic and realistic, even in the most challenging times. How can we expect to find happiness and meaning in our lives when the modern world seems such an unhappy place? His Holiness the Dalai Lama has suffered enormously throughout his life, yet he always seems to be smiling and serene. How does he do it? In The Art of Happiness in a Troubled World, Dr. Cutler walks readers through the Dalai Lama's philosophy on how to achieve peace of mind and come to terms with life's inherent suffering. Together, the two examine the roots of many of the problems facing the world and show us how we can approach these calamities in a way that alleviates suffering, and helps us along in our personal quests to be happy. Through stories, meditations, and in-depth conversations, the Dalai Lama teaches readers to identify the cultural influences and ways of thinking that lead to personal unhappiness, making sense of the hardships we face personally, as well as the afflictions suffered by others.

Exploring this esoteric subject in print for the first time, His Holiness offers the reader an unprecedented glimpse into one of Buddhism's most profound systems of meditation.

The Dalai Lama shares some of his key teachings on the practice of compassion, presenting a collection of meditations and introducing the fundamental philosophy of Buddhism and its core concepts.

This book contains excerpts of the unusually beautiful and inspiring words of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the spiritual and temporal leader of the Tibetan people. His message of the universal need for kindness and consideration at every level of human relations, from person-to-person to global concerns, is one that transcends all cultural and religious boundaries. The book has been compiled from talks the Dalai Lama has made at various universities, monasteries, and interfaith services around the world. His thoughts are at once both lively and profound, for, surprisingly to some who first meet him, His Holiness has a refreshingly wonderful sense of humor. The crucial necessity for world peace, including the overriding threat of nuclear weapons, and the need to show concern for the environment are also interwoven in these Guidelines for Living which should be read by anyone who cares about the fate of our increasingly interdependent and imperiled Earth.

Teaches the meditative techniques of Action and Performance Tantras the basis of all higher tantric practices.

"Saya tidak tertarik untuk menciptakan lebih banyak umat Buddha. Ketertarikan saya adalah menyajikan konsep-konsep Buddhis yang dapat diterima dan berguna bagi orang-orang dari semua keyakinan agama, dan bagi mereka yang tidak beragama" - Yang Mulia Dalai Lama. Terlahir dari diskusi dan kolaborasi selama satu dekade antara seorang Biksu dan Konsultan Manajemen - Yang Maha Suci Dalai Lama dan Laurens van den Muyzenberg - buku ini menyajikan gabungan pandangan Timur dan Barat yang menjadi panduan untuk perubahan bisnis masa kini. Dunia saat ini menghadapi banyak tantangan. Meski ada banyak orang yang menjadi kaya raya karena kemajuan teknologi, ada milyaran orang hidup dalam kemiskinan, dunia juga terancam oleh bencana lingkungan. Hal-hal ini membuat orang-orang yang hidup di negara-negara makmur-pun merasa tidak aman akan masa depan. Menghadapi masalah-masalah ini membutuhkan jenis leadership (kepemimpinan) yang berbeda. Yang melihat segala sesuatu sebagaimana adanya dan menyelesaikannya secara menyeluruh. Itulah yang ditawarkan buku ini - sebuah manifesto untuk perubahan yang dapat berdampak pada setiap aspek hidup, mulai dari individu hingga tingkat global. Meskipun tercantum istilah "buy/beli" pada aplikasi Google Books ini, teks Dharma sebagai salah satu perwujudan dari Objek Trisarana seyogianya tidak diperjualbelikan. Oleh karena itu, bangkitkan dalam batin Anda, bahwa Anda MENGUNDANG "kehadiran" teks Dharma ini sehingga Anda bisa belajar dan mempraktikkannya sebagai salah satu metode berlindung pada Dharma. Bangkitkan pula dalam batin Anda, bahwa dana yang Anda keluarkan adalah sebagai sebuah bentuk persembahan untuk mengundang kehadiran Dharma ke dalam hidup Anda. Dana ini akan digunakan oleh pihak Penerbit untuk pertama-tama, menutupi biaya-biaya operasional langsung yang dibutuhkan untuk menghasilkan teks Dharma ini, kemudian jika ada kelebihan, maka akan dialokasikan sebagai dana "Dharma Patron" yang mana akan digunakan untuk: 1) penerbitan dan penyebaran lebih banyak lagi teks Dharma, 2) penyelenggaraan kegiatan Dharma, dan 3) operasional serta mobilisasi relawan untuk mendukung aktivitas 1) dan 2) di atas.

"In this inspirational work, his Holiness speaks with his usual informal practicality about almost every aspect of human life, from the secular to the religious. Reminding us of the power of compassion and meditation, he shares his thoughts about science and its relation to the spiritual life, and about how we can still retain the simple values of love and courage in spite of the fact that the world is changing so fast. He also points out the interdependence between an action and its result so that we never forget the responsibility that lies in each of our deeds. Wise and humane, these words will bring daily solace to all with their message of hope and their deep yet easily understandable philosophy of kindness, non violence and tranquillity.

Mahamudra, the great sealing nature, refers to systems of meditation on both the conventional and ultimate natures of the mind. These have been transmitted through the Kagyu, Sakya, and Gelug traditions of Tibetan Buddhism. Within the Gelug, Mahamudra teachings occur in a combined Gelug/Kagyu tradition exemplified in the First Panchen Lama's Root Text for the Precious Gelug/Kagyu Tradition of Mahamudra. The work presented here contains two brilliant commentaries by the Dalai Lama. The first is a teaching based directly on the First Panchen Lama's root text. In the second, His Holiness bases his discussion on the First Panchen Lama's own commentary to this text. The book opens with an overview of Mahamudra by Alexander Berzin that discusses the relation of mind appearances and reality and offers practical techniques for overcoming problems of excessive worry, anxiety, and disturbing thoughts. This treasury of practical instruction contains extensive teachings on the nature of mind, the development of shamata, sutra and tantra levels of Mahamudra, and the compatibility of Dzogchen and Anuttarayoga Tantra.

The mind is central to all human experience. Whether one is in harmony with the world depends upon one's relative emotional and spiritual health. For this reason, the core teachings of Buddhism have always emphasised various forms of mind training. In A Profound Mind, His Holiness the Dalai Lama provides a succinct overview of the basic techniques of spiritual development in Tibetan Buddhism. Introducing several aspects of mind training, he combines the insights of traditional scholarship with his personal warmth and humanity. A Profound Mind shows us how to transform difficult situations into opportunities for spiritual growth.

A simple and accessible guide for finding and embracing happiness from one of the spiritual giants of our time Nobody wakes up in the morning wishing for more trouble that day. However, emotional trouble--unhappiness--is essentially our own creation. This book explores two things you need to know about unhappiness and how to replace it with joy. The first is the failure to understand reality, and the second is egotism. Together they result in distress, dis-ease, and a failure to take personal responsibility. His Holiness the Dalai Lama counsels readers to take responsibility for their thoughts and actions; to understand that our problems are of our own making and not the result circumstances or the actions of others. He presents a path for taking charge of our lives. Accessible, direct, and down-to-earth, this slender volume is for fans of the Dalai Lama, as well as anyone looking for an easy-to-understand guide to an authentic and joyful life.

What is the subtle relationship between mind and body? What can today's scientists learn about this relationship from masters of Buddhist thought? Is it possible that by combining Western and Eastern approaches, we can reach a new understanding of the nature of the mind, the human potential for growth, the possibilities for mental and physical health? MindScience explores these and other questions as it documents the beginning of a historic dialogue between modern science and Buddhism. The Harvard Mind Science Symposium brought together the Dalai Lama and authorities from the fields of psychiatry, psychology, neuroscience, and education. Here, they examine myriad questions concerning the nature of the mind and its relationship to the body.

The great Tibetan spiritual leader shares his wisdom and spiritual guidance, offering readers insights into how to apply Buddhism's "Four Noble Truths" to their lives. Original.