The Dalai Lama explains the Buddhist teaching on emptiness, the idea that things do not exist in the independent way they seem to. Drawing on the Madhyamaka philosophy of Nagarjuna, he moves from the four noble truths to selflessness, dependent origination and the difference between conventional and ultimate reality. He also describes how understanding emptiness helps reduce the grip of anger and attachment.
It is for readers who already have a basic knowledge of Buddhism and want a clear, step-by-step explanation of one of its most difficult doctrines. It gives a vocabulary and set of arguments to test against one's own experience, rather than a quick fix.
Inward-looking and contemplative; an easy read.
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- Published
- 2006
- Language
- EN
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