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Vaḷḷalār and Nāvalar: A History of the Literary Feud

‘Aruṭpā’ (Poems of Divine Grace) vs. ‘Maruṭpā’ (Poems of Delusion)

by P. Saravanan ...

Translated by K. Thiagarajan ...

In the nineteenth century, Tamil Nadu in South India and the Tamil-speaking regions of Sri Lanka were shaken by an extraordinary literary and religious conflict—a nearly fifty-year-long battle of wits that divided vertically Tamil scholarship across both societies.At the heart of this storm lay the collected hymns of Vaḷḷalār, titled Tiruvaruṭpā (Poems of Divine Grace) by his followers. However, ... Read more

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In the nineteenth century, Tamil Nadu in South India and the Tamil-speaking regions of Sri Lanka were shaken by an extraordinary literary and religious conflict—a nearly fifty-year-long battle of wits that divided vertically Tamil scholarship across both societies.At the heart of this storm lay the collected hymns of Vaḷḷalār, titled Tiruvaruṭpā (Poems of Divine Grace) by his followers. However,
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Vallalar – The Eternal Light of Compassion

by Chandra Ram ...

Vallalar - The Eternal Light of Compassion is an in-depth, scholarly yet accessible exploration of one of Tamil Nadu's most revered saints—Ramalinga Swamigal, popularly known as Vallalar. This book offers a comprehensive biography, detailed analysis of his teachings, and an insider's guide to the unique spiritual traditions at Vadalur.Tracing Vallalar's formative years, his extraordinary spiritual ... Read more

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Vallalar - The Eternal Light of Compassion is an in-depth, scholarly yet accessible exploration of one of Tamil Nadu's most revered saints—Ramalinga Swamigal, popularly known as Vallalar. This book offers a comprehensive biography, detailed analysis of his teachings, and an insider's guide to the unique spiritual traditions at Vadalur.Tracing Vallalar's formative years, his extraordinary spiritual
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The Mindfulness Survival Kit

Five Essential Practices

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Join Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh as he explores 5 essential mindfulness practices, offering a blueprint for healthy, compassionate living—no matter your spiritual path or background.The Five Mindfulness Trainings (also referred to as “Precepts”)—not to kill, steal, commit adultery, lie, or take intoxicants—are the basic statement of ethics and morality in Buddhism. Zen Master and peace activist ... Read more

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Join Zen Master Thich Nhat Hanh as he explores 5 essential mindfulness practices, offering a blueprint for healthy, compassionate living—no matter your spiritual path or background.The Five Mindfulness Trainings (also referred to as “Precepts”)—not to kill, steal, commit adultery, lie, or take intoxicants—are the basic statement of ethics and morality in Buddhism. Zen Master and peace activist
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The Beginner's Guide to Zen Buddhism

by Jean Smith ...

Here is a comprehensive introduction to Zen Buddhism for those who don't know how or where to begin, nor what to expect once they have started practicing. It includes the fundamentals of meditation practice (posture, technique, clothing), descriptions of the basic teachings and major texts, the teacher-student relationship, and what you will find when you visit a zendo, plus a history of Zen from ... Read more

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Here is a comprehensive introduction to Zen Buddhism for those who don't know how or where to begin, nor what to expect once they have started practicing. It includes the fundamentals of meditation practice (posture, technique, clothing), descriptions of the basic teachings and major texts, the teacher-student relationship, and what you will find when you visit a zendo, plus a history of Zen from
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Buddhism

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by Huston Smith, Philip Novak ...

A concise and up-to-date guide to the history, teachings, and practice of Buddhism by two luminaries in the field of world religions. ... Read more

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A concise and up-to-date guide to the history, teachings, and practice of Buddhism by two luminaries in the field of world religions.
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The Meaning of Life

Buddhist Perspectives on Cause and Effect

by His Holiness the Dalai Lama ...

Translated by Jeffrey Hopkins ...

Using the traditional Buddhist allegorical image of the Wheel of Life and the teaching of the twelve links of dependent origination, the Dalai Lama deftly illustrates how our existence, though fleeting and often full of woes, brims with the potential for peace and happiness. We can realize that potential by cultivating a wise appreciation of the interdependency of actions and experience, and by ... Read more

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Using the traditional Buddhist allegorical image of the Wheel of Life and the teaching of the twelve links of dependent origination, the Dalai Lama deftly illustrates how our existence, though fleeting and often full of woes, brims with the potential for peace and happiness. We can realize that potential by cultivating a wise appreciation of the interdependency of actions and experience, and by
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In My Own Words

An Introduction to My Teachings and Philosophy

by His Holiness The Dalai Lama ...

Remarkable insights into the mind of one of the world's greatest spiritual iconsHis Holiness the Dalai Lama is celebrated as Buddhism’s preeminent spiritual master and teacher, embodying the highest aspirations of this rich tradition that is more than 2,500 years old. With both profundity and simplicity, he has carried the nuanced teachings of the Buddha to the far corners of the globe, and in the ... Read more

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Remarkable insights into the mind of one of the world's greatest spiritual iconsHis Holiness the Dalai Lama is celebrated as Buddhism’s preeminent spiritual master and teacher, embodying the highest aspirations of this rich tradition that is more than 2,500 years old. With both profundity and simplicity, he has carried the nuanced teachings of the Buddha to the far corners of the globe, and in the
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What Is Zen?

Plain Talk for a Beginner's Mind

by Norman Fischer, Susan Moon ...

An thorough introduction to Zen Buddhist practice—in a reader-friendly question-and-answer format—by two highly regarded teacher-writersThis unique introduction to Zen teaching and practice is structured as a Q&A, making it a most useful reference for new and seasoned practitioners to look things up. The questioner (Susan Moon) and the answerer (Norman Fischer) are Buddhist teachers and old ... Read more

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An thorough introduction to Zen Buddhist practice—in a reader-friendly question-and-answer format—by two highly regarded teacher-writersThis unique introduction to Zen teaching and practice is structured as a Q&A, making it a most useful reference for new and seasoned practitioners to look things up. The questioner (Susan Moon) and the answerer (Norman Fischer) are Buddhist teachers and old
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The Star Spangled Buddhist

Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism and the Quest for Enlightenment in America

by Jeffrey Ourvan ...

“Ourvan offers a succinct but illuminating overview of Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism."—Publishers WeeklyApproximately four million Americans claim to be Buddhist. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of Americans of various faiths read about Buddhism, are interested in its philosophical tenets, or fashionably view themselves as Buddhists. They’re part of what’s been described as the fastest ... Read more

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“Ourvan offers a succinct but illuminating overview of Zen, Tibetan, and Soka Gakkai Buddhism."—Publishers WeeklyApproximately four million Americans claim to be Buddhist. Moreover, hundreds of thousands of Americans of various faiths read about Buddhism, are interested in its philosophical tenets, or fashionably view themselves as Buddhists. They’re part of what’s been described as the fastest
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The Undying Lamp of Zen

The Testament of Zen Master Torei

Translated by Thomas Cleary ...

by Zen Master Torei Enji ...

The Undying Lamp of Zen is a pure and powerful distillation of Zen doctrine and practice written by Torei Enji (1721–1792), a Zen master and artist. Torei was best known as one of two "genius assistants" to Hakuin Ekaku, a towering figure in Zen Buddhism who revitalized the Rinzai school, which focuses on koan practice. Torei was responsible for much of the advanced work of Hakuin’s later ... Read more

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The Undying Lamp of Zen is a pure and powerful distillation of Zen doctrine and practice written by Torei Enji (1721–1792), a Zen master and artist. Torei was best known as one of two "genius assistants" to Hakuin Ekaku, a towering figure in Zen Buddhism who revitalized the Rinzai school, which focuses on koan practice. Torei was responsible for much of the advanced work of Hakuin’s later
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The Shamanic Bones of Zen

Revealing the Ancestral Spirit and Mystical Heart of a Sacred Tradition

by Zenju Earthlyn Manuel ...

Conceived at the crossroads of Buddhism and indigenous earth-based practice, The Shamanic Bones of Zen explores the deep human traditions of transformation that are made possible by meditation, ceremony, ritual, dreams, and spiritual connection to one’s ancestry.In The Shamanic Bones of Zen, celebrated author and Buddhist teacher Zenju Earthlyn Manuel undertakes a rich exploration of the ... Read more

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Conceived at the crossroads of Buddhism and indigenous earth-based practice, The Shamanic Bones of Zen explores the deep human traditions of transformation that are made possible by meditation, ceremony, ritual, dreams, and spiritual connection to one’s ancestry.In The Shamanic Bones of Zen, celebrated author and Buddhist teacher Zenju Earthlyn Manuel undertakes a rich exploration of the
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The Mind of Clover

Essays in Zen Buddhist Ethics

by Robert Aitken ...

A look at the Ten Grave Precepts of Zen Buddhism, the core of Zen ethics, and how they apply to modern Western society."As an American who has trained in Zen practice for many years Aitken Roshi has a special understanding of the problems and questions which plague Western students of Zen." —Yamada Koun RoshiIn Taking the Path of Zen, Robert Aitken provided a concise guide to zazen (Zen meditation ... Read more

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A look at the Ten Grave Precepts of Zen Buddhism, the core of Zen ethics, and how they apply to modern Western society."As an American who has trained in Zen practice for many years Aitken Roshi has a special understanding of the problems and questions which plague Western students of Zen." —Yamada Koun RoshiIn Taking the Path of Zen, Robert Aitken provided a concise guide to zazen (Zen meditation
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