{"product_id":"samsara-nirvana-and-buddha-nature-9781614295365","title":"Samsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature","description":"\u003cb\u003e\"The material in this volume is invaluable for those who sincerely wish to understand the Buddhist path and begin to follow it.\"\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003cb\u003e--Venerable Sangye Khadro, author of \u003ci\u003eHow to Meditate\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/b\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eIn this new book from the Dalai Lama, the reader will discover the mind's infinitely vast potential, its buddha nature. Knowledge of buddha nature reveals and reconciles the paradox of how the mind can be the basis for both the duhkha of samsara (the unpurified mind) and the bliss and fulfillment of nirvana (the purified mind). To illustrate this, \u003ci\u003e Samsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature \u003c\/i\u003efirst takes readers through Buddhist thought on the self, the four truths, and their sixteen attributes. It then explains afflictions--including how they arise and their antidotes--followed by an examination of karma and cyclic existence, and, finally, a deep and thorough elucidation of buddha nature. \u003ci\u003eSamsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature \u003c\/i\u003eshows us how to purify our minds and cultivate awakened qualities. \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e This is the third volume in the Dalai Lama's definitive and comprehensive series on the stages of the Buddhist path, \u003ci\u003eThe Library of Wisdom and Compassion.\u003c\/i\u003e Volume 1, \u003ci\u003e Approaching the Buddhist Path, \u003c\/i\u003e contains introductory material that sets the context for Buddhist practice. Volume 2, \u003ci\u003eThe Foundation of Buddhist Practice, \u003c\/i\u003edescribes the important teachings that help us establish a flourishing Dharma practice. \u003ci\u003eSamsara, Nirvana, and Buddha Nature\u003c\/i\u003e can be read as the logical next step in this series or enjoyed on its own.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cb\u003eAbout the Author\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003eHis Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient, and a beacon of inspiration for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. He has persistently reached out across religious and political lines and has engaged in dialogue with scientists in his mission to advance peace and understanding in the world. In doing so, he embodies his motto: \"My religion is kindness.\" \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003eThubten Chodron has been a Buddhist nun since 1977. A graduate of UCLA, she is the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey in Washington State. She is a popular speaker and author of numerous books, including \u003ci\u003eBuddhism for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e.\u003cbr\u003e","brand":"Wisdom Publications","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":50516062732562,"sku":"9781614295365","price":21.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0831\/4771\/8930\/files\/img_ffeeab61-220f-4105-a839-c088d77b7987.jpg?v=1731018416","url":"https:\/\/surprise-castle.myshopify.com\/products\/samsara-nirvana-and-buddha-nature-9781614295365","provider":"Surprise Castle","version":"1.0","type":"link"}