In the book you now hold, national bestselling author Lama Surya Das offers a thorough map to the richest treasure a human being can find—the Buddha's advice for living to your true potential. Appropriate for new seekers as well as experienced practitioners, and accompanied by lively anecdotes and practical exercises, this is one of the most accessible books to date on the ancient and timeless wisdom of the Buddha. Buddha Is as Buddha Does is for everyone who seeks to become a better person and share in the bounty of true Buddha nature.
“People of any faith will appreciate this contemporary reflection on ancient wisdom.”
“The immense potential of a life rooted in wisdom and compassion is made beautifully clear in this new offering.”
“A joy to read. Rich, nuanced, and above all, practical, as it illuminates the path of enlightend living.”
“A wonderful book for the soul.”
“A book that will truly make a difference in your life.”
“This book will guide and help readers to ease their suffering.”
“a solid and substantive work on the compassionate way. ”
“Enough wit and wisdom to keep you entertained for a lifetime. Read it. Enjoy it. Practice it.”
“An easy-to-read guide for anyone looking to reach new heights of compassion and understanding.”
“Anybody interested in Buddhism has much to learn here. Das is wise, intelligent, clear, humorous and an excellent teacher.”
Lama Surya Das is one of the foremost American Buddhist teachers and scholars and is known affectionately to His Holiness the Dalai Lama as "The American Lama." Surya Das is the author of the bestselling books Awakening the Buddha Within and Buddha Is as Buddha Does, founder and spiritual director of the Dzogchen Foundation, and founder of the Western Buddhist Teachers Network. A sought-after speaker who teaches, lectures, and conducts retreats around the world, he lives in Concord, Massachusetts.
Distributor: HarperCollins Publishers
Publication Date: 02-26-2008
Pages: 288
Measurements: 9.25in X 5.625in X 0.72in X 10.40oz
