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Stairway to Nirvāna

A Study of the Twenty Saṃghas Based on the Works of Tsong kha pa

By: James B. Apple

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Stairway to Nirvāna

A Study of the Twenty Saṃghas Based on the Works of Tsong kha pa

By: James B. Apple

James B. Apple examines one of the formative subjects in traditional Buddhist studies, the Twenty Varieties of the Saṃgha. The Saṃgha (community) is one of the Three Jewels (Buddha, Dharma, Saṃgha) universally revered by all Buddhists. While the Saṃgha is generally understood as the community of Buddhist ordained monks and nuns, along with lay adherents, the Twenty Varieties of the Saṃgha concerns an exemplary community of the twenty types of Noble Beings (ārya-pudgala) who embody the Buddha's teachings. Focusing on the interpretation of the Saṃgha given by the fourteenth-century Tibetan scholar Tsong kha pa, Apple provides a comprehensive typology and analysis of the stages through which Noble Beings pass in their progress toward enlightenment through multiple lifetimes in various cosmological realms. He explains the cosmographic formations and complex structures of Buddhist spiritual cultivation, illustrating how Tibetan and Indian Buddhists conceptualize all possible states on the path to enlightenment.

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SUNY Press

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0791478645

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9780791478646

Jewels of the Middle Way

The Madhyamaka Legacy of Atisa and His Early Tibetan Followers

By: James B. Apple

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Jewels of the Middle Way

The Madhyamaka Legacy of Atisa and His Early Tibetan Followers

By: James B. Apple

Jewels of the Middle Way documents an important tradition of Madhyamaka and provides insight into both the late Indian Buddhist blend of Madhyamaka and tantra and the Kadampa school founded by the Indian Buddhist master Atisa. This book presents a detailed contextualization of the Madhyamaka (Middle Way) school in India and Tibet, along with translations of several texts in the Bka’ gdams gsung ’bum (Collected Works of the Kadampas), recently recovered Tibetan manuscripts that are attributed to Atisa and Kadampa commentators. These translations cohere around Atisa’s Madhyamaka view of the two realities and his understanding of the practice and the nature of the awakening mind. The book is organized in three parts based on the chronology of Atisa’s teaching of Madhyamaka in India and Tibet: (1) Lineage Masters, the Mind of Awakening, and the Middle Way; (2) Articulating the Two Realities; and (3) How Madhyamikas Meditate. Each part focuses on a specific text, or set of texts, specifically related to Atisa’s Middle Way. The authorship and date of composition for each work is discussed along with an outline of the work’s textual sources followed by an analysis of the content.

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Simon and Schuster

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1614295018

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MCTS Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Configuration Study Guide

Exam 70-667

By: James Pyles

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MCTS Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Configuration Study Guide

Exam 70-667

By: James Pyles

A Sybex study guide for the new SharePoint Server 2010 Configuration exam SharePoint holds 55 percent of the collaboration and content management market, with many more companies indicating they plan to join the fold. IT professionals interested in enhancing their marketability with the new Microsoft Certified Technology Specialist: Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Configuring exam will find this guide may be their only alternative to costly classroom training. Microsoft SharePoint claims over half the market for collaboration and content management software; IT professionals will boost their marketability with the newest MCTS certification covering Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Configuring This study guide covers 100 percent of the exam objectives with real world scenarios, hands-on exercises, and challenging review questions Covers installing, deploying, configuring, and upgrading SharePoint Server 2010; managing search, business intelligence, and administration; configuring content management and business forms; and more With plenty of practice questions on the companion CD, this guide to exam 70-667 prepares IT professionals to achieve the MCTS: Microsoft SharePoint Server 2010 Configuring certification.

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John Wiley & Sons

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1118007921

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Introduction to Google Translate

By: Gilad James, PhD

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Introduction to Google Translate

By: Gilad James, PhD

Google Translate is a multilingual translation service provided by Google. It allows users to translate words, phrases, and entire documents between multiple languages. The service was launched in April 2006 and has since been constantly updated to provide more accurate translations. Initially offering translations in only two languages, Google Translate now supports over 100 languages. The translation process works by analyzing the text or document input by the user, breaking it up into smaller segments, and then using statistical algorithms to match these segments with translations from its database. Google Translate has been a helpful tool for people to communicate across different languages, whether it be for business or personal use. However, it must be noted that automated translations often carry a high risk of inaccuracies due to the complexities inherent in language and the nuances of different cultures and contexts. It is always recommended to use translations as a starting point, and then have a native speaker review and refine the language to ensure accuracy.

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Gilad James Mystery School

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7819501847

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9787819501843

Atisa Dipamkara

Illuminator of the Awakened Mind

By: James B. Apple

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Atisa Dipamkara

Illuminator of the Awakened Mind

By: James B. Apple

The first-ever biography with selected writings of one of the greatest Indian Buddhist masters in history. Few figures in the history of Buddhism in Tibet have had as far-reaching and profound an influence as the Indian scholar and adept Atiśa Dīpaṃkara (982–1054). Originally from Bengal, Atiśa was a tantric Buddhist master during Vajrayana Buddhism’s flowering in India and traveled extensively, eventually spending the remaining twelve years of his life revitalizing Buddhism in Tibet. Revered by all the schools of Tibetan Buddhism, Atiśa and his students founded what came to be known as the Kadam school, whose teachings have influenced countless Buddhist masters. These teachings, cherished by all major traditions, are preserved by the Geluk in particular, the school of the Dalai Lamas. Although Atiśa was an influential practitioner and scholar of Tantra, he is best known for introducing many of the core Mahayana teachings that are widely practiced throughout the Tibetan Buddhist world, including the Stages of the Path to Awakening and Mind Training (lojong), as well as having contributed to highly influential commentaries on Madhyamaka that synthesize various schools of thought. This succinct biography of Atiśa’s life, together with a collection of translations, represents for the first time the full range of Atiśa’s contribution to Buddhism. As the most comprehensive work available on this essential Buddhist figure, this book is an indispensable resource for scholars and Buddhist practitioners alike.

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Shambhala Publications

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161180647X

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The Flavor Matrix

The Art and Science of Pairing Common Ingredients to Create Extraordinary Dishes

By: James Briscione,Brooke Parkhurst

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The Flavor Matrix

The Art and Science of Pairing Common Ingredients to Create Extraordinary Dishes

By: James Briscione,Brooke Parkhurst

One of Smithsonian Magazine's Ten Best Food Books of the Year A revolutionary new guide to pairing ingredients, based on a famous chef's groundbreaking research into the chemical basis of flavor As an instructor at one of the world's top culinary schools, James Briscione thought he knew how to mix and match ingredients. Then he met IBM Watson. Working with the supercomputer to turn big data into delicious recipes, Briscione realized that he (like most chefs) knew next to nothing about why different foods taste good together. That epiphany launched him on a quest to understand the molecular basis of flavor--and it led, in time, to The Flavor Matrix. A groundbreaking ingredient-pairing guide, The Flavor Matrix shows how science can unlock unheard-of possibilities for combining foods into astonishingly inventive dishes. Briscione distills chemical analyses of different ingredients into easy-to-use infographics, and presents mind-blowing recipes that he's created with them. The result of intensive research and incredible creativity in the kitchen, The Flavor Matrix is a must-have for home cooks and professional chefs alike: the only flavor-pairing manual anyone will ever need.

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Houghton Mifflin Harcourt

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0544809963

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9780544809963

Introduction to YouTube Music

By: Gilad James, PhD

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Introduction to YouTube Music

By: Gilad James, PhD

YouTube Music is an on-demand, streaming music service launched by Google in 2015. Available across multiple devices including desktop, mobile and smart speakers, YouTube Music has become a popular platform for discovering new songs, creating playlists and accessing music from around the world. With an extensive catalogue of songs and curated playlists, YouTube Music is a versatile platform that allows users to stream music, watch music videos and even download tracks for offline listening. Designed to be user-friendly and accessible, YouTube Music uses artificial intelligence to learn what music people like and recommend similar tracks based on their listening history. Subscribers can access official music videos, live performances, remixes, and cover songs, making it a one-stop-shop for music enthusiasts. The platform also offers personalized playlists based on the time of day and mood, such as “Wake up Happy” or “Chill Out.” To enhance the listening experience, YouTube Music also has a feature called “Smart Downloads,” which automatically downloads recommended songs and videos when the device is connected to Wi-Fi. Overall, YouTube Music is an excellent platform for discovering new music, staying up-to-date with the latest releases and creating personalized playlists for all occasions.

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Gilad James Mystery School

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7307165309

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Global Goliaths

Multinational Corporations in the 21st Century Economy

By: James R. Hines

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Global Goliaths

Multinational Corporations in the 21st Century Economy

By: James R. Hines

How multinationals contribute, or don't, to global prosperity Globalization and multinational corporations have long seemed partners in the enterprise of economic growth: globalization-led prosperity was the goal, and giant corporations spanning the globe would help achieve it. In recent years, however, the notion that all economies, both developed and developing, can prosper from globalization has been called into question by political figures and has fueled a populist backlash around the world against globalization and the corporations that made it possible. In an effort to elevate the sometimes contentious public debate over the conduct and operation of multinational corporations, this edited volume examines key questions about their role, both in their home countries and in the rest of the world where they do business. Is their multinational nature an essential driver of their profits? Do U.S. and European multinationals contribute to home country employment? Do multinational firms exploit foreign workers? How do multinationals influence foreign policy? How will the rise of the digital economy and digital trade in services affect multinationals? In addressing these and similar questions, the book also examines the role that multinational corporations play in the outcomes that policymakers care about most: economic growth, jobs, inequality, and tax fairness.

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Brookings Institution Press

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0815738560

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The English and Scottish Popular Ballads

By: Francis James Child

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The English and Scottish Popular Ballads

By: Francis James Child

This 19th-century collection compiles all the extant ballads with all known variants and features Child's commentaries. Includes Parts IX and X of the original set — ballads 266-305 — plus indexes, glossary.

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Courier Corporation

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0486145891

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9780486145891

Introduction to Neal Mohan

By: Gilad James, PhD

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Introduction to Neal Mohan

By: Gilad James, PhD

Neal Mohan is a highly successful Indian-American businessman and computer engineer who has developed some of the best-known digital media platforms in the world. Starting his career at Microsoft, Mohan rose through the ranks and eventually became the head of display advertising for Google, where he led the redesign of one of the company's flagship products, AdSense. After a brief stint at YouTube, he returned to Google to oversee all of the company's advertising products, as well as its core search and display businesses. In 2018, he became the Chief Product Officer of YouTube, where he has continued to drive innovation and growth. Mohan is widely regarded as one of the most influential figures in the digital advertising industry, and his contributions to the development of online marketing platforms have had a significant impact on the way we consume digital content. His expertise in engineering, product management, and marketing has enabled him to create products that are both incredibly effective and user-friendly. Throughout his career, he has demonstrated a strong commitment to using technology to improve people's lives and has been recognized for his contributions with several awards and accolades. In many ways, Mohan represents the future of digital media, and is poised to continue shaping the industry for years to come.

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Gilad James Mystery School

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Stairway to Nirvāna

Stairway to Nirvāna

Jewels of the Middle Way

Jewels of the Middle Way

MCTS Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Configuration Study Guide

MCTS Microsoft SharePoint 2010 Configuration Study Guide

Introduction to Google Translate

Introduction to Google Translate

Atisa Dipamkara

Atisa Dipamkara

The Flavor Matrix

The Flavor Matrix

Introduction to YouTube Music

Introduction to YouTube Music

Global Goliaths

Global Goliaths

The English and Scottish Popular Ballads

The English and Scottish Popular Ballads

Introduction to Neal Mohan

Introduction to Neal Mohan

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