Awakening the Buddha Within
by Lama Surya Das
An American lama's comprehensive introduction to Tibetan Buddhism for Westerners: the eightfold path, meditation, wisdom. Thorough and friendly.
Read it if…
you want a complete Western introduction to Buddhist practice.
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Skip it if…
you want a short start.
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Three things you will actually use
- The path is practical.
- Wisdom and compassion are one.
- You already have Buddha nature.
Do this first
Read the eightfold path section and pick one fold.
Our verdict
Buddhism for Westerners.
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