Buddhism for beginners

How can we achieve satisfaction, happiness, and inner balance? How does suffering arise? What does meditation really mean? In their timeless introduction to Tibetan Buddhism, Lamas Yeshe and Zopa Rinpoche explain in an easily understandable, authentic, and engaging way what lies behind Dharma and Sangha, Samsara, and Karma. The book captures the captivating and humorous directness of the two Lamas' first lecture tour through the United States in 1974, giving readers the feeling of listening directly to two great teachers of Buddhism. The teachings of the Buddha are more valuable than ever in our fast-paced world today. Yet often we lack a deeper understanding to truly implement them in our daily lives. Lama Yeshe and Lama Zopa Rinpoche were both trained in Tibetan monasteries. In 1974, they embarked on a lecture tour in the USA, where they first shared their religious practice with Western audiences. From this material, "Buddhism for Beginners" was created, a simple yet compelling introduction to Buddhism that has lost none of its power, freshness, and relevance to this day. It includes a complete meditation course and represents the core of Buddhist practice. The authors discuss the meaning of meditation, identify the causes of dissatisfaction and suffering, and explore the methods we can use to overcome difficulties and gain control over our minds and lives.