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An Open Heart: Practising Compassion in Everyday Life (Paperback)

by His Holiness the Dalai Lama (Author)
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  • Paperback: 208 pages
  • Publisher: Mobius; First Edition in Paperback edition (5 Sep 2002)
  • Language English
  • ISBN-10: 0340794313
  • ISBN-13: 978-0340794319
  • Product Dimensions: 19.8 x 12.9 x 1.7 cm
  • Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (4 customer reviews)
  • Amazon.co.uk Sales Rank: 214,771 in Books (See Bestsellers in Books)

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In the Dalai Lama's own words: 'It is my hope that the reader of this small book will take away a basic understanding of Buddhism and some of the key methods by which Buddhist practitioners have cultivated compassion and wisdom in their lives. The methods discussed have been taken from three sacred texts of Buddhism. I would like to stress at the outset, however, that one doesn't have to be a Buddhist to make use of these meditation techniques. Meditation is merely the process whereby we gain control over the mind and guide it in a more virtuous direction. Meditation may also be thought of as a technique by which we diminish the force of old thought habits and develop new ones. Yet the techniques themselves do not lead to enlightenment or a compassionate and open heart. That is up to you, and the effort and motivation you bring to your spiritual practice.'


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His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people. He has resided in exile in Dharamsala, India, since 1959 when Chinese forces invaded Tibet. His tireless efforts on behalf of world peace have brought him international recognition, including the Nobel Peace Prize in 1989. (See Notes for long biog)

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4 of 4 people found the following review helpful:
5.0 out of 5 stars This book can change your life, 13 Nov 2001
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This review is from: An Open Heart: Practicing Compassion in Everyday Life (Hardcover)
This book makes simple and readable the very compicated and for most of us abstruse teachings of Buddhism.It tells very simply how to meditate.
The opening words, that were spoken to the Dalai Lama in Central Park, New York, a couple of years ago, are so personal and informal that he seems to be speaking directly to you as you read it.
Reading on, you get caught up in the beauty of this life that he is offering you, with true compassion, patience and love for all human baings starting with oneself.
It's a book that can change your life
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6 of 8 people found the following review helpful:
3.0 out of 5 stars Simple yet hard to follow, 3 April 2003
By N. Girard (France) - See all my reviews
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When I read on the backcover that the Dalai Lama would explain what meditation was and how to do it, I bought the book immediately. The first few chapters I devored. But after a while, I must admit I got confused with all the buddhist concepts.I had no prior notion of Buddhism and although the Dalai Lama is trying to simplify notions, this is definitely a book I will have to read more than one time to understand.
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2 of 3 people found the following review helpful:
4.0 out of 5 stars The Dalai Lama is no farmer., 7 Jul 2006
By David Langley "enigma" (Lancs, UK) - See all my reviews
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Quote from book - "We can think of our society as a body, with arms, and legs as parts of it. Of course the arm is different from the leg, however, if something happens to the foot, the hand should reach down to help. Similarly, when something is wrong within our society, we must help. Why? Because it is part of the body, it is part of us"

The spiritual and political leader of Tibet, The Dalai Lama, has written a book based on Buddhist concepts and how to apply them to daily life, because of the prestigious nature of this man its hard to comment on this book, but one will try anyway.

Lets start by saying The Dalai Lama knows what he is talking about, and has many years of experience under his belt, so from that point of view this book is an excellent look at the basics of Buddhism, but more so on the practical aspect of its teachings. The Dalai Lama's personal experiences are a good touch to this book and you get to have an insight into how nice the guy is, which is always nice to have.

The Dalai Lama writes with a lot of wisdom, and the book is a good take on the way we should think sometimes. However unfortunately the book is a bit droll in places, so the readers' attention is that of a hyperactive child at times.

The Dalai Lama is a great man and any of his work should touch peoples' hearts and at times this book will, he has gained a Nobel Peace Prize and that wasn't for nothing, neither was this book written for nothing. If you like the man, you will like all 189 pages of the book.

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