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Indestructible Truth: The Living Spirituality of Tibetan Buddhism
Paperback / softback
Main Details
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Indestructible Truth: The Living Spirituality of Tibetan Buddhism
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| Authors and Contributors |
By (author) Reginald A. Ray
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| Physical Properties |
| Format:Paperback / softback | | Pages:512 | | Dimensions(mm): Height 226,Width 152 |
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| Category/Genre | Tibetan Buddhism |
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| ISBN/Barcode |
9781570629105
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| Classifications | Dewey:294.3923 |
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| Illustrations |
12 HALFTONES, LINE ART, AND DIAGRAMS
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Publishing Details |
| Publisher |
Shambhala Publications Inc
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| Imprint |
Shambhala Publications Inc
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| Publication Date |
23 July 2002 |
| Publication Country |
United States
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Description
This survey of Tibetan Buddhism - the history, philosophy and meditation practices - is presented by a leading Western scholar and long-time practitioner. INDESTRUCTIBLE TRUTH is one of the most thorough introductions to the Tibetan Buddhist worldview ever published. At the same time, it is also one of the most accessible and enjoyable to read. The author presents complex and sophisticated teachings and practices in non-technical language, using engaging stories and personal anecdotes to illustrate his points.
Author Biography
Reginald A. Ray, PhD, is a faculty member at Naropa University and is President and Spiritual Director of the Dharma Ocean Foundation, which is dedicated to the practice, study, and preservation of the teachings of Ch gyam Trungpa. He is also the author of many books, including Indestructible Truth and In the Presence of Masters.
Reviews"Ray presents the material so that Westerners can assimilate and use it. He doesn't shy away from explaining difficult concepts, offering an approachable text that doesn't talk down to the reader."- Library Journal "A rich and rewarding read."- The Middle Way
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