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Practicing Wisdom: The Perfection of Shantideva's Bodhisattva Way,Used
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Like the bestselling A Flash of Lightning in the Dark of the Night, Practicing Wisdom focuses on Shantideva's Way of the Bodhisattva. While the former includes only a brief introduction to Shantideva's complex and crucial ninth chapter on insight, Practicing Wisdom is a full and detailed followup commentary, making it an invaluable statement on the fundamental concept behind Buddhist thought and practice.Shantideva says at the beginning of the final chapter of his Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life: 'All branches of the Buddha's teachings are taught for the sake of wisdom. If you wish to bring an end to suffering, you must develop wisdom.' Shantideva's ninth chapter is revered in Tibetan Buddhist circles as one of the most authoritative expositions of the Buddha's core insight, and all other Buddhist practices are means to support the generation of this wisdom within the practitioner. In Practicing Wisdom, the Dalai Lama reaffirms his reputation as a great scholar, communicator, and embodiment of the Buddha's Way by illuminating Shantideva's verses, drawing on contrasting commentaries from the Nyingma and Gelug lineages, and leading the reader through the stages of insight up to the highest view of emptiness. These teachings, delivered in southern France in 1993, have been masterfully translated, edited, and annotated by Geshe Thupten Jinpa, the Dalai Lama's primary translator and founder of the Institute of Tibetan Classics.
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Frequently Asked Questions
- Q: What is the main focus of 'Practicing Wisdom'? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' focuses on Shantideva's Way of the Bodhisattva and provides a detailed commentary on the crucial ninth chapter of his work, emphasizing the development of wisdom as central to Buddhist practice.
- Q: Who is the author of this book? A: The author of 'Practicing Wisdom' is His Holiness the Dalai Lama, a revered spiritual leader and scholar in Tibetan Buddhism.
- Q: What is the condition of the book being sold? A: The book is listed as 'New', indicating it is in pristine condition and has not been previously owned.
- Q: What type of binding does 'Practicing Wisdom' have? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' is available in a paperback binding, making it lightweight and portable.
- Q: How many pages does 'Practicing Wisdom' contain? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' contains a total of 192 pages, providing an in-depth exploration of its themes.
- Q: When was 'Practicing Wisdom' published? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' was published on June 15, 2004, and is an annotated edition.
- Q: What are the key teachings highlighted in 'Practicing Wisdom'? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' emphasizes the importance of wisdom in ending suffering and offers insights from Shantideva's teachings, as well as contrasting commentaries from different Buddhist lineages.
- Q: Is 'Practicing Wisdom' suitable for beginners in Buddhism? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' can be accessible to those new to Buddhism, as it offers detailed commentary that can help readers understand complex concepts.
- Q: What distinguishes 'Practicing Wisdom' from other books on Buddhism? A: Unlike other books, 'Practicing Wisdom' provides a comprehensive commentary on Shantideva's ninth chapter, making it a unique resource for understanding Buddhist insights on wisdom.
- Q: Who translated and edited 'Practicing Wisdom'? A: 'Practicing Wisdom' was translated, edited, and annotated by Geshe Thupten Jinpa, the Dalai Lama's primary translator and founder of the Institute of Tibetan Classics.