Indestructible Truth: The Living Spirituality of Tibetan Buddhism

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Indestructible Truth: The Living Spirituality of Tibetan Buddhism
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Reginald A. Ray
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:512
Dimensions(mm): Height 226,Width 152
Category/GenreTibetan Buddhism
ISBN/Barcode 9781570629105
ClassificationsDewey:294.3923
Audience
General
Illustrations 12 HALFTONES, LINE ART, AND DIAGRAMS

Publishing Details

Publisher Shambhala Publications Inc
Imprint Shambhala Publications Inc
Publication Date 23 July 2002
Publication Country United States

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