Bhikshu Sangharakshita's Books

What Is the Sangha?

The Nature of Spiritual Community

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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What Is the Sangha?

The Nature of Spiritual Community

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

The Sangha, the spiritual community, is traditionally one of the three highest ideals of Buddhism, alongside the Buddha and the Dharma. Here Sangharakshita presents the ideal Sangha as a free association between developing individuals. An exploration of the nature of spiritual community is balanced by reflections on individuality and what it is to be truly human. Since the Sangha is all about relationships, the final part of this book considers the individual's relationship to others -- friends, family, fellow workers, and spiritual teachers -- and the connections of the Buddhist community to the world as a whole. Sangharakshita's vision shapes and enlivens this book, transforming Sangha from an idea to an inspiring and practical ideal. Copyright © Libri GmbH. All rights reserved.

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1899579311

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9781899579310

Living with Kindness

The Buddha's Teaching on Metta

By: Sangharakshita

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Living with Kindness

The Buddha's Teaching on Metta

By: Sangharakshita

Cultivate the many-faceted virtue of loving kindness in ordinary everyday life.

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1899579648

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Buddhism for Today - and Tomorrow

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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Buddhism for Today - and Tomorrow

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

Sangharakshita strongly believes that the Buddha's fundamental teachings are relevant to modern Western men and women. In this book he describes some specific methods of personal development, a radical blueprint for a new society, and the Buddha's vision of human existence.

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0904766837

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The Drama of Cosmic Enlightenment

Parables, Myths, and Symbols of the White Lotus Sutra

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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The Drama of Cosmic Enlightenment

Parables, Myths, and Symbols of the White Lotus Sutra

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

An image or story can mysteriously convey a sense of truth that the most convincing intellectual argument cannot. In the White Lotus Sutra, bursting with symbols, imagery and myths, we meet the Buddha as a story-teller. Indeed, this sutra tells the greatest of all stories, that of human life and human potential. This great story takes the cosmos as its stage and all sentient beings as its players, yet within it lie many tales that address aspects of our lives or personalities. This delightfully illustrated commentary on one of the most influential, revered and well-loved Buddhist scriptures brings these stories vividly to life and shows how they relate to our own spiritual quest.

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0904766594

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9780904766592

Ritual and Devotion in Buddhism

An Introduction

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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Ritual and Devotion in Buddhism

An Introduction

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

Imagine a world without beauty, myth, celebration or ritual. It seems that to feel fully and vibrantly alive, these experiences are essential to us--helping us to feel in touch with all levels of our being by engaging our emotions, senses and imagination. Devotional ritual also speaks this language of the heart and can bring us closer to our highest ideals, but it can be a confronting aspect of Buddhism for some people in the West. However, for the Buddha's teachings to have a real impact on our lives we need to have a deep feeling for the Buddha's teaching, a clear understanding is not usually enough. Skilfully steering us through the difficulties we may encounter, Sangharakshita leads us through the sevenfold puja, a poetic sequence of devotional moods found in Tibetan and Indian forms of Buddhism. Within this he discusses the use of chanting, offerings, recitation and other activities in creating ritual space and moods. Engaging in this way can help us commit ourselves to the spiritual journey with all our heart. "A useful addition to the canon of Buddhism in the West."--Publishers Weekly

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1899579338

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9781899579334

In the Realm of the Lotus

A Conversation about Art, Beauty and the Spiritual Life

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita,J. O. Mallander

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In the Realm of the Lotus

A Conversation about Art, Beauty and the Spiritual Life

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita,J. O. Mallander

In this interview, which was conducted for Finnish television, the Buddhist monk Sangharakshita (formerly London-born Dennis Lingwood) discusses his belief that a true work of art offers a symbol of spiritual communication. Included among his reflections are angels as messengers, the primacy of colour in the transformation of consciousness, and the possibility of reaching higher states of awareness from the dream state.

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0904766721

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Moving Against the Stream

The Birth of a New Buddhist Movement

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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Moving Against the Stream

The Birth of a New Buddhist Movement

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

In 1964 Sangharakshita, the seniormost Buddhist monk of British birth, left India for a visit to the UK. After twenty years in the subcontinent--travelling and lecturing, writing, working among the most deprived, and extending and deepening his knowledge of the Dharma--he had been invited by leading British Buddhists to help resolve tensions in the British Buddhist scene. While he was trying to ease conflicts and create harmony, an unexpected turn of events brought Sangharakshitato a crucial decision. This fourth volume of memoirs, covering the years 1964 to 1967, deals with Sangharakshita's return to Britain and describes the difficulties he encountered in his attempts to unite English Buddhists. We witness the turning point at which he decided to dedicate his life to working 'for the good of Buddhism' in his native land. This culminated in the birth (in a shop basement in central London) of a new Buddhist movement. Thirty-six years later the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order is spreading the Buddha's message in more than twenty-six countries around the globe. Other Memoirs by Sangharakshita:The Rainbow Road,Facing Mount Kanchenjunga,In the Sign of the Golden Wheel

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1899579117

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The Priceless Jewel

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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The Priceless Jewel

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

The 13 essays in this volume address topics including: world peace and nuclear war; the issue of blasphemy; the possibilities for dialogue between Buddhism and Christianity; and a painting by El Greco.

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0904766586

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In the Sign of the Golden Wheel

Indian Memoirs of an English Buddhist

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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In the Sign of the Golden Wheel

Indian Memoirs of an English Buddhist

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

The miracle of the talking calf, rumors of black magic and lamas with 'supernormal' powers: Sangharakshita's third volume of memories is full of curious episodes that could only happen in India. In the Sign of the Golden Wheel recounts the unique experiences of an English Buddhist monk working in the mid-1950s to revive Buddhism in the land of its birth. From his hermitage in the foothills of the Himalayas, Sangharakshita travels across India to the movie world of Bombay and on to a moving and dramatic climax--addressing hundreds of thousands of ex-Untouchables in thirty mass meetings in just four days, to console and encourage them following the sudden death of their hero, the remarkable Dr Ambedkar, only weeks after their mass conversion to Buddhism. Brimming with life and color, this book is a notable addition to the world of travel literature as we follow the spiritual adventures of an unorthodox and extraordinary Englishman. "Marvellously full of detail..."-- Times Higher Educational Supplement

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1899579141

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Was the Buddha a Bhikkhu?

A Rejoinder to a Reply to Forty-Three Years Ago

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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Was the Buddha a Bhikkhu?

A Rejoinder to a Reply to Forty-Three Years Ago

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

The author answers criticisms made of his reflections in Forty-Three Years Ago concerning the true value of the bhikkhu ordination, and asks some further searching questions: Is it possible that a bad monk might be a better Buddhist that a good one?; What does it really mean to venerate the robe?; How does the laity's reverence affect the spiritual health of a bhikkhu?; Do women need to resurrect the bhikkuni sangha in order to lead spiritual lives?

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0904766713

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Buddha Mind

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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Buddha Mind

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

Suffering and happiness arise from the way our mind interprets our surroundings. Realising this, we can move from the habitual, reactive mind to Enlightenment.

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1899579435

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Through Buddhist Eyes

Travel Letters

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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Through Buddhist Eyes

Travel Letters

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

Sangharakshita, the founder of the Friends of the Western Buddhist Order, reflects on his experiences whilst travelling around the world in this collection of letters.

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1899579230

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The Ten Pillars of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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The Ten Pillars of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

Presents ten ethical principles which together provide a comprehensive guide to the moral dimension of human life

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1899579214

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The Eternal Legacy

An Introduction to the Canonical Literature of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita

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The Eternal Legacy

An Introduction to the Canonical Literature of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita

Brilliantly and concisely summarises the essence of core teachings such as the Jataka Tales, Samyutta-nikaya, Anguttara-nikaya, Diamond Sutra, White Lotus Sutra, Vimalakirt-nirdesa, Lankavatara Sutra, Sutra of Golden Light, Flower-Ornament Sutra, Perfection of Wisdom teachings, the Abhidharma and more. Also addresses the question of what actual constitutes Buddhism's authentic canonical literature. This new edition includes a fresh preface by the author. Realizing that he was a Buddhist at age 16, Sangharakshita eventually spent 20 years in India. Returning to England, he established Friends of the Western Buddhist Order (1967); Western Buddhist Order (1968). Author of nearly 50 books.

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1899579583

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9781899579587

The History of My Going for Refuge

Reflections on the Occasion of the Twentieth Anniversary of the Western Buddhist Order

By: Sangharakshita,Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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The History of My Going for Refuge

Reflections on the Occasion of the Twentieth Anniversary of the Western Buddhist Order

By: Sangharakshita,Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

Sangharakshita's "history" of how his radical understanding that the monastic life-style and the spiritual life are not identical deepened through his encounters with Burmese monks, Tibetan lamas, and the new Buddhists of India.

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0904766330

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Human Enlightenment

An Encounter with the Ideals and Methods of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

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Human Enlightenment

An Encounter with the Ideals and Methods of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu),Sangharakshita

A journey straight to the heart of Buddhism. The book is divided into three sections: the ideal of human enlightenment, the true purpose of meditation and the importance of spiritual community.

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0904766578

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The Three Jewels

The Central Ideals of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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The Three Jewels

The Central Ideals of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

Illuminates the precious gems of Buddhism - the Buddha Jewel: symbol of Enlightenment, the Dharma Jewel: the path to Enlightenment, and the Sangha Jewel: symbol of the fellowship enjoyed by those who tread that path - in a clear and radiating light. To understand the Three Jewels is to understand the central ideals and principles of Buddhism.

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1899579060

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The Bodhisattva Ideal

Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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The Bodhisattva Ideal

Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

How can we be happy and at the same time responsive to the suffering of others? It can be done: this is the message of the Bodhisattva ideal. The image of the Bodhisattva, one who wishes to gain Enlightenment for the sake of all beings, lies at the heart of much of Indian, Tibetan and Chinese Buddhism. For one wishing to follow this path, the development of inner calm and positivity that leads to true wisdom is balanced by a genuine and active concern for others which flowers into great compassion. Sustained by a deep understanding gained through meditation and reflection, the Bodhisattva is able to work tirelessly for the benefit of all. Sangharakshita places the ideal of the Bodhisattva within the context of the entire Buddhist tradition. Unfolding this vision of our potential, he demonstrates how we ourselves can move towards this ideal.

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1899579206

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The Inconceivable Emancipation

Themes from the Vimalakīrti Nirdeśa

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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The Inconceivable Emancipation

Themes from the Vimalakīrti Nirdeśa

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

Step into the magical, paradoxical world of a Mahayana Buddhist scripture. Mahayana Buddhism, to which the Zen and Tibetan traditions are related, emphasizes the ideal of the Bodhisattva, one who seeks to become Enlightened out of a compassionate desire to help all living beings. In the Vimalakirti-Nirdesa we meet the Bodhisattva Vimalakirti, a worker of wonders, a formidable debator and skilful teacher. Sangharakshita's commentary illuminates this original text, its myths and symbols, and explores the powerful figure of Vimalakirti and the significance of his teachings. By journeying into this scripture we can find the wisdom and compassion that lie at the heart of the Bodhisattva path and discover, communicate and put into action Vimalakirti's message.

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0904766888

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The Yogi's Joy

Songs of Milarepa

By: Mi-la-ras-pa,Sangharakshita,Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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Songs of Milarepa

By: Mi-la-ras-pa,Sangharakshita,Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

Experience the magical worlds of Milarepa with this commentary on three of his songs.

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1899579664

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9781899579662

Living with Awareness

A Guide to the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta

By: Sangharakshita,Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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Living with Awareness

A Guide to the Satipaṭṭhāna Sutta

By: Sangharakshita,Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

In this commentary, Sangharakshita counsels against an over-narrow interpretation of mindfulness as being simply about developing a focused attention on the present moment.

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1899579389

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Tibetan Buddhism

An Introduction

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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Tibetan Buddhism

An Introduction

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

Karma', 'Nirvana', 'Dalai Lama' ...Tibetan Buddhism is becoming increasingly common and fashionable in Western media - but this familiarity can cause its teachings and message to be misunderstood. If we are to truly learn from the rich and noble Tibetan tradition we must look beyond adverts and lifestyle magazines, exotic artifacts and spiritual sound-bites. Sangharakshita is ideally suited as our guide through the vast realm of Tibetan Buddhism, having spent many years in contact with Tibetan lamas of all schools, from whom he received several initiations. This down-to-earth account of the origin and history of Buddhism in Tibet explains the essentials of the tradition and can act as the starting point for our own noble journey.

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0904766861

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The Three Jewels

The Central Ideals of Buddhism

By: Sangharakshita (Bhikshu)

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The Central Ideals of Buddhism

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