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PublisherHarperCollins

ISBN-100060637242

ISBN-139780060637248

eBay Product ID (ePID)18212

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Book TitleArt of Living : Vipassana Meditation: As Taught by S. N. Goenka

Number of Pages176 Pages

LanguageEnglish

TopicMeditations, Buddhism / Rituals & Practice, Buddhist

Publication Year2009

IllustratorYes

GenreReligion, Philosophy

AuthorWilliam Hart

FormatTrade Paperback

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Item Height0.4 in

Item Weight4.7 Oz

Item Length8 in

Item Width5.3 in

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Intended AudienceTrade

LCCN86-045810

Dewey Edition19

TitleLeadingThe

Dewey Decimal294.3/443

SynopsisThe Ancient Meditation Technique that Brings Real Peace of Mind Vipassand-bhavand, "the development of insight," embodies the essence of the teaching of the Buddha. As taught by S. N. Goenka, this path to self-awareness is extraordinary in its simplicity, its lack of dogma and, above all, its results. The Vipassana technique can be successfully applied by anyone. Based on the lectures and writings of S. N. Goenka--and prepared under his direct guidance--The Art of Living shows how this technique can be used to solve problems, develop unused potential, and lead a peaceful, productive life. It includes stories by S. N. Goenka, as well as answers to students' questions, that convey a vivid sense of his teaching. S. N. Goenka's Vipassana courses have attracted thousands of people of every background. Unique among teachers of meditation, Goenka is a retired industrialist and former leader of the Indian Community in Burma. Although a layman, his teaching has won the approval of senior Buddhist monks in Burma, India, and Sri Lanka, a number of whom have taken courses under his guidance. Despite his magnetism, he has no wish to be a "guru" --instead he teaches self-responsibility. This is the first systematic study of his teachings to appear in English., The Ancient Meditation Technique that Brings Real Peace of Mind Vipassand-bhavand, "the development of insight," embodies the essence of the teaching of the Buddha. As taught by S. N. Goenka, this path to self-awareness is extraordinary in its simplicity, its lack of dogma and, above all, its results. The Vipassana technique can be successfully applied by anyone. Based on the lectures and writings of S. N. Goenka--and prepared under his direct guidance-- The Art of Living shows how this technique can be used to solve problems, develop unused potential, and lead a peaceful, productive life. It includes stories by S. N. Goenka, as well as answers to students' questions, that convey a vivid sense of his teaching. S. N. Goenka's Vipassana courses have attracted thousands of people of every background. Unique among teachers of meditation, Goenka is a retired industrialist and former leader of the Indian Community in Burma. Although a layman, his teaching has won the approval of senior Buddhist monks in Burma, India, and Sri Lanka, a number of whom have taken courses under his guidance. Despite his magnetism, he has no wish to be a "guru" --instead he teaches self-responsibility. This is the first systematic study of his teachings to appear in English.

LC Classification NumberBQ5630.V5

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The Art of Living.....
I read this as a reminder of how I should conduct myself while living my life. This book is clear and concise. This is just the message I needed.
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by steve684
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The Art Of Living
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