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The previous volume, \u003ci\u003eIn Praise of Great Compassion\u003c\/i\u003e, focused on opening our hearts with love and compassion for all living beings, and the present volume explains how to embody compassion and wisdom in our daily lives. Here we enter a fascinating exploration of bodhisattvas’ activities across multiple Buddhist traditions—Tibetan, Theravada, and Chinese Buddhism. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e After explaining the ten perfections according to the Pali and Sanskrit traditions, the Dalai Lama presents the sophisticated schema of the four paths and fruits for sravakas and solitary realizers and the five paths for bodhisattvas. Learning about the practices mastered by these exalted practitioners inspires us with knowledge of our minds’ potential. His Holiness also describes buddha bodies, what buddhas perceive, and buddhas’ awakening activities. \u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eCourageous Compassion\u003c\/i\u003e offers an in-depth look at bodhicitta, arhatship, and buddhahood that you can continuously refer to as you progress on the path to full awakening.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301856063861,"sku":"9781614297475","price":22.5,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781614297475_f9c6824d-0311-4b8d-84a4-ee1bf2f6c9b6.jpg?v=1786033989"},{"product_id":"9781559393980","title":"How to Free Your Mind","description":"Tara, the feminine embodiment of enlightened activity, is a Buddhist deity whose Tibetan name means \"liberator,\" signaling her ability to liberate beings from the delusion and ignorance that keep them trapped in ever-recurring patterns of negativity. She embodies a challenge—to transform our minds and become like her, whose tranquility, compassion, and wisdom make her so beautiful—but one that is profoundly nurturing. In the author's words, \"We can relax in her presence and look at ourselves honestly, knowing that Tara will not judge, reject, or abandon us due to our shortcomings. Like a mother, she sees her child's potential—in this case, our spiritual potential or Buddha-nature—and wants to nurture it.\" Ven. Chodron describes a simple meditation on Tara, explaining its benefits and its application to daily life. She then presents two well-loved praises to Tara, together with reflections on their meanings for modern practitioners. Included here are the \"Homage to the Twenty-one Taras,\" verses that are frequently chanted in Tibetan monasteries and homes, and \"A Song of Longing for Tara, the Infallible,\" by Lama Lobsang Tenpey Gyaltsen.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56303440560501,"sku":"9781559393980","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781559393980_f288e133-39fc-4566-92d1-6d9d64e39b34.jpg?v=1786023017"},{"product_id":"9781559391535","title":"Buddhism for Beginners","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThis easy-to-understand introduction to Buddhism is “written for people wanting to understand basic Buddhist principles and how to integrate them into their lives” (H.H. the Dalai Lama)\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e This user’s guide to Buddhist basics takes the most commonly asked questions—beginning with “What is the essence of the Buddha’s teachings?”—and provides simple answers in plain English. Thubten Chodron’s responses to the questions that always seem to arise among people approaching Buddhism make this an exceptionally complete and accessible introduction—as well as a manual for living a more peaceful, mindful, and satisfying Life.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eBuddhism for Beginners\u003c\/i\u003e is an ideal first book on the subject for anyone, but it’s also a wonderful resource for seasoned students, since the question-and-answer format makes it easy to find just the topic you’re looking for, such as:\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is the goal of the Buddhist path?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is karma?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eIf all phenomena are empty, does that mean nothing exists?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow can we deal with fear?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eHow do I establish a regular meditation practice?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat are the qualities I should look for in a teacher?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhat is Buddha-nature?\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cp\u003eWhy can't we remember our past lives?\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56303696544117,"sku":"9781559391535","price":14.99,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781559391535_715ba206-6aa4-4add-ba1c-cf7cf14b8ee7.jpg?v=1786023006"},{"product_id":"9781645472889","title":"Working with Anger","description":"\u003cb\u003eA Tibetan Buddhist nun offers her insights on anger, the ways that it manifests in our lives, and the ways that we can skillfully work to transform it, in this inspiring and humble guidebook.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e  \u003cbr\u003eAnger plagues all of us on many levels and can be a formidable emotion to overcome. Yet, we see people, such as the Dalai Lama, who have faced circumstances far worse than many of us have faced—including exile, persecution, and the loss of many loved ones—but do not burn with rage or seek revenge. Using the teachings and advice presented by beloved Buddhist teacher Thubten Chodron, anyone can learn to calm their emotions, sit with and understand their anger, and peacefully move toward resolution and peace.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e \u003ci\u003eWorking with Anger\u003c\/i\u003e presents a variety of Buddhist methods for subduing and preventing anger—not by changing what is happening but by framing our feelings and circumstances anew. 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