An Introduction to Enlightenment, Taught by a Buddhist Monk Japan Book NEW F/S
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An Introduction to Enlightenment, Taught by a Buddhist Monk Japan Book NEW F/S. Chapter 1 Preparing the body, regulating the breath, and calming the mind. Chapter 2 Joyful giving — A way of life without accumulation. Learning to like yourself first. Chapter 3 Why are people born, and where do they go after death?. ☆ For U.S. buyers, customs duties and related fees are already included in the item price, so nothing will be charged on delivery. ☆ For buyers outside the U.S., the price may appear higher due to this adjustment. If you are considering a purchase, please feel free to send us an offer. Description This bestselling book is now available in a large-print edition that is easy to read. “Think good thoughts. When you do, your life will surely begin to change for the better.” To free yourself from worries and anxiety, and to be reborn as a new you— “Do not cling.” “Do not accumulate.” “Do not dwell on things.” This book presents 48 Zen teachings taught by the Buddha that can be practiced immediately in everyday life. Examples include: Expressing gratitude by saying “thank you” Not comparing yourself with others Preparing the body, regulating the breath, and calming the mind Letting anxiety pass without holding onto it Not relying on fortune-telling Taking time to reflect on yourself Letting go of attachment Living in accordance with precepts Learning to like yourself first Saying “I humbly receive” before meals and “thank you for the meal” afterward Calming the mind of arrogance Living according to your inner voice Moving your body when times are difficult Accepting that making many mistakes is okay Packed with practical hints for living a happy life every day. Description (Publisher-provided data) “Do not cling. Do not accumulate. Do not dwell.” Forty-eight Zen teachings that can be easily practiced in everyday life. Table of Contents (Publisher-provided data) Chapter 1 Preparing the body, regulating the breath, and calming the mind (Gratitude: Expressing “thank you” — Thank you for meeting me / All things are without a fixed self: Turning your awareness to the interconnectedness of life — Everything is connected, and more) Chapter 2 Joyful giving — A way of life without accumulation (Joyful giving: Letting go of attachment — Good things happen when you release willingly / Invisible virtue: Helping others — Kindness learned from Japanese immigrants in Hawaii, and more) Chapter 3 Why are people born, and where do they go after death? (The cycle of rebirth: Why are we born? — The true meaning of “Above heaven and below heaven, I alone am honored” / The world after death: Where do people go when they die? — The soul that continues to live in the hearts of those left behind, and more) Chapter 4 How to engage with temples in the future (Temples and monks: What purpose do temples serve? — The future role of temples and clergy / Funerals: Why are funerals held? — A proposal for temple-based funerals, and more) Chapter 5 Do not worry excessively about small things (The Four Seals of the Dharma: The four truths realized by the Buddha — Toward a society where everyone can live with peace of mind / Life consultation: For those struggling to find employment — Choosing based on whether you can feel happiness, and more) Title お坊さんが教える「悟り」入門 (お坊さんに学ぶシリーズ) An Introduction to Enlightenment, Taught by a Buddhist Monk (Large-Print Edition) (Learning from Buddhist Monks Series) Japanese Book NEW F/S Author Shundo Hasegawa Publisher Discover 21, Inc. ISBN-10 4799320114 ISBN-13 9784799320112 Number of Pages 260 Pages Size About 1.8 X 13 X 18.8cm/0.26kg Release date December 23,2016 ※This date is a day it goes on sale, and it is not a guarantee that our selling item is first edition. We will ship a latest edition which is on sale. Language Japanese Country Japan Condition Brand New A new, unread, unused book in perfect condition with no missing or damaged pages. Shipping We ship all items Fedex with track & trace service basically but we may change depending on the situation. Depending on the situation at the time, we may ship by international e-packet, EMS, or other methods. Items will ship within 5 business days after receiving cleared payment. Returns We accept returns on unopened items within a month (30 days ). In principle,please note that we are not responsible for return shipping costs unless the return is a result of an error on our part. Notes For U.S. buyers, the item price already reflects applicable import duties and related fees, so no additional charges will be required upon delivery. For buyers outside the U.S., import duties, taxes, and charges may apply depending on the destination country and eBay’s checkout process. If such charges are not included at checkout, they are the buyer’s responsibility. Please check with your country’s customs office prior to bidding or buying.
