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In 1995, Ajahn Amaro from Amaravati Monastery in the UK and Ven. Chodron did a talk together called “Timeless Wisdom: Being the Knowing.” They discuss Buddhist meditation and philosophy. They also relate how they, as westerners, found their way to Buddhism and monastic life. Both Ven. Chodron and Ven. Amaro are heads of their own monasteries, have lectured and taught around the world, and have published many books.This talk, along with some recent short teachings, is now available on DVD. It’s a great video; here’s a |
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Practical introduction to Buddhism that focuses on the application of Buddhist psychology to modern life. Published in 1990 by Snow
Lion Publications, USA Chinese versions available in Singapore (click to view) and Taiwan (see below). |
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Open Heart, Clear
Mind (Chinese translation) |
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Practical introduction to Buddhism that focuses on the application of Buddhist psychology to modern life. Published in 2000 by Foquang Cultural Enterprise Co. Ltd., Taiwan |
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FAQ about Buddhism. Good Introduction. Published in 2001 by Snow Lion Publications, USA |
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We all wish to gain greater understanding of ourselves. This ideal follow-up to Ven. Chodron's extremely popular Buddhism for Beginners explains in clear and simple language the essence of Buddhist philosophy and psychology, together with practical tools for immediate implementation in our daily lives. Published in 2004 by Snow
Lion Publications, USA. |
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How To Free Your Mind:
Tara The Liberator |
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This book is directed toward a general audience. One need not be a Buddhist to read it or gain something from it. If you are curious about Buddhist deities, if you want to learn how to free your mind from disturbing emotions such as clinging attachment and anger, if you wonder what the nature of reality is; if you are interested in female Buddhas, you will find something of interest in these pages. Published in 2005 by Snow
Lion Publications, USA. |
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| The Gradual Path to Enlightenment | |
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Don't Believe Everything You Think |
Explication of The Thirty-seven Practices of Bodhisattvas. Published in 2012 by Shambhala Publications, USA. |
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Insight Into Emptiness |
Introduction into the philosophy of emptiness Published in 2012 by Wisdom Publications, USA. |
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Transforming Adversity
into Joy and Courage: An Explanation
of the Thirty-seven Practices of Bodhisattvas |
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A practical and inspiring guide for developing our ability to be happy and benefit others, this commentary on The Thirty-seven Practices of Bodhisattvas by Gyalsay Togme Sangpo is studied by followers of all schools of Tibetan Buddhism. The root text gives, in thirty-seven short verses, the essential practices leading to enlightenment. Gyalsay Togme Sangpo (1295-1369) was renowned as a bodhisattva in Tibet and revered for living according to the bodhisattva ideals and practices that he taught. He inspired not only his direct disciples but also generations of practitioners up to the present day. First published as Transforming the Heart in 1999 by Snow Lion Publications, USA. |
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How to manage anger & stress. Published in 2001 by Snow Lion Publications, USA |
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We all have problems, but we can learn to use unfortunate circumstances
as an opportunity to accelerate our spiritual growth. Using techniques
based on compassion for others, and ourselves, we can learn to face
difficult situations with skill, wisdom and humor, and literally
transform problems into happiness. Includes an interview with student practitioner and attendant of Lama Zopa Rinpoche, Venerable Roger Kunsang. From the Discovering Buddhism Video Series produced by FPMT |
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| Prayers and Meditation | |
Guided Meditations on the Stages of the Path by Ven. Thubten Chodron |
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Cloth, 224 pp., plus 14-hr. mp3 CD containing 46 guided meditations. Published in 2007 by Snow Lion Publications, USA. more... |
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Out of stock. See new edition above produced by Snow Lion. |
Guided Meditations
on the Lamrim: The Gradual Path to Enlightenment |
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A set of 14 audio CDs and explanatory booklet including an outline of and guide to the meditations. Recorded step-by-step analytical meditations on everything from anger and attachment to joyous effort, karma, death, rebirth, and much more. Produced in 2001 by Dharma Friendship Foundation,USA |
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Compilation of prayers and practices for people beginning to study and practice Buddhism of the Tibetan tradition. First Published in 1988 by Amitabha Buddhist Centre, Singapore Now published by Sravasti Abbey, USA. 5th Edition (Revised), 2004 |
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Compilation of prayers and practices for people who have already begun the practice of Buddhism of the Tibetan tradition. First Published in 1988 by Amitabha Buddhist Centre, Singapore Now published by Sravasti Abbey, USA. 5th Edition (Revised), 2002 |
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| Tantra | |
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A Chat about Heruka |
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IMPORTANT: To be read only by those with full initiation into the Highest Yoga Tantra practices of Chakrasamvara or Vajrayogini. Published for free distribution in 2000 by Lama Yeshe Wisdom Archive, USA. |
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A Chat about Yamantaka |
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IMPORTANT: To be read only by those with full initiation into the Highest Yoga Tantra practice of Yamantaka (Dorje Jigje). Published for free distribution in 2000 by Lama Yeshe Wisdom Archive, USA. |
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Heruka Body Mandala Sadhana and Tsog and Commentary |
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IMPORTANT: To be read only by those who have received empowerment into Heruka Body Mandala. Published in 1990 |
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The Yoga Method of Chenrezig: Sadhana and
Commentary |
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This 150 page spiral bound practice book contains a meditation practice (sadhana) for Thousand-Arm Chenrezig that combines a short sadhana composed by Lama Zopa Rinpoche with elements of the longer sadhana written by the Seventh Dalai Lama. The commentary on the practice is by Ven. Chodron. Highly recommended reading for anyone doing Nyung.na or any other Chenrezig practice. Published in 2003 by FPMT, USA. |
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Cultivating a Compassionate Heart: The
Yoga Method of Chenrezig |
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Perhaps the most widely known and loved deity throughout the Buddhist world, Chenrezig -- also known as Avalokiteshvara, Kuan Yin, or Kannon -- is the Buddha of Compassion. Buddhists turn to Chenrezig for protection, friendship, and inspiration on a daily basis. The meditation practice in this book -- composed by a teacher with an extensive Western following -- is presented as a useful manual for ease of practice. An enlightening -- and often humorous -- commentary by Ven. Chodron offers instructions and tips on making the practice even more relevant to daily life. Published in 2006 by Snow Lion Publications, USA. |
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| Monastic Life | |
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Preparing for Ordination: |
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The better prepared one is before ordaining, the easier the transition from lay to monastic life will be, and the more comfortable and joyous one will be as a monastic. Published by Life as a Western Buddhist Nun for free distribution. Write to Sravasti Abbey, 692 Country Lane, Newport Wa 99156, USA. |
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Choosing Simplicity: |
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Discusses the precepts and lifestyle of fully ordained nuns within the Buddhist tradition. Published in 2001 by Snow Lion Publications, USA |
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| Dharma books printed in Singapore for free distribution | |
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Spiritual practice need not be separated from
daily living. Here is a book that teaches you how you can lead a
more fulfilling life according to the Buddha's teachings and transform
your daily activities into acts of compassion and loving-kindness.
You can live and breathe the Dharma even while at work, driving
or doing grocery shopping! Published by Kong
Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, Singapore. |
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I Wonder Why (English and Chinese versions) |
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This books covers the most fundamental questions and issues that arise in the minds of modern individuals who are new to this tradition of practical spirituality. Written in clear and engaging language, this book presents the Buddhist approach to the fundamental issues and concerns of daily life. Published by Kong
Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, Singapore. |
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Open Heart, Clear
Mind (Chinese translation) |
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Practical introduction to Buddhism that focuses on the application of Buddhist psychology to modern life. Published by Kong Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, Singapore. Not for distribution in Taiwan.
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The Path To Happiness (English and
Indonesian versions) |
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A compilation of talks relating Dharma to daily life given at the Jade Buddha Temple in Houston, Texas. Published in 1999 by Amitabha Buddhist Centre, Singapore. |
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Working With Anger (Chinese and English versions) |
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This book describes Buddhist methods for subduing and preventing anger, not by changing what is happening, but by framing it differently. Showing us beneficial ways to live, these techniques have worked for the Dalai Lama and many others.No matter what our religion,learning to work with our anger and to develop love and compassion is helpful for anyone who seeks personal happiness as well as world peace. Published by Kong
Meng San Phor Kark See Monastery, Singapore. |
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The following titles are available on iPad for free download:
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| Audio and video of teachings and meditations by Ven. Chodron |
| Bodhisattva's Breakfast Corner is a video collection of brief daily teachings on a variety of topics, published on you Tube in one-hour segments on blip.tv Click here for the audio library of teachings on this website. |
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Friendship Foundation. Click here to view titles and ordering information. |
| Recommended Reading List compiled by Ven. Chodron: |
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