Best selling Reference books from Wisdom Publications
On this page you'll find a ranking of the best Wisdom Publications products in this category. To give you a quick overview, we've already ranked the most important information about the products for you.
1. Wisdom Publications In the Buddha's Words
"In the Buddha's Words" is a comprehensive scholarly book that presents the teachings of the Buddha in a clear and accessible manner. Written by Bhikkhu Bodhi, a recognized expert in the field of Buddhist scriptures, this paperback offers an in-depth analysis of the fundamental principles of Buddhism. With 485 pages, it is suitable for both beginners and advanced practitioners who wish to gain a better understanding of Buddhist philosophy and practice. The book is written in English and covers a variety of topics that illuminate the ethical, meditative, and philosophical aspects of Buddhism. Its handy size and weight of 708 grams make it a practical companion for study and reflection. The 2005 publication has proven to be a valuable resource for anyone interested in the teachings of the Buddha. With a clear focus on the original texts and their significance in a modern context, "In the Buddha's Words" is an essential work for anyone interested in the Buddhist tradition.
2. Wisdom Publications Realising the Profound View
The eighth volume in the Dalai Lama's definitive and bestselling Library of Wisdom and Compassion series, and the second of three focusing on emptiness.
In Realizing the Profound View, the Dalai Lama presents the analysis and meditations necessary to realize the ultimate nature of reality.
With attention to Nagarjuna's five-point analysis, Candrakirti's seven-point examination, and Pali sutras, the Dalai Lama leads us to investigate who or what is the person. Are we our body? Our mind? If we are not inherently either of them, how do we exist, and what carries the karma from one life to the next? As we explore these and other fascinating questions, he skillfully guides us along the path, avoiding the chasms of absolutism and nihilism, and introduces us to dependent arising. We find that although all persons and phenomena lack an inherent essence, they do exist dependently. This nominally imputed mere "I" carries the karmic seeds. We discover that all phenomena exist by being merely designated by term and concept—they appear as like illusions, unfindable under ultimate analysis but functioning on the conventional level. Furthermore, we come to understand that emptiness dawns as the meaning of dependent arising, and dependent arising dawns as the meaning of emptiness. The ability to posit subtle dependent arisings in the face of realizing emptiness and to establish ultimate and conventional truths as non-contradictory brings us to the culmination of the correct view.
The second of three volumes on the nature of reality in the Library of Wisdom and Compassion series, Realizing the Profound View challenges the ways we view the self and the world, bringing us that much closer to liberation.
Reference books
CHF45.90
Realising the Profound View
English, His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Venerable Thubten Chodron, 2023
3. Wisdom Publications Science and Philosophy in the Indian Buddhist Classics, Vol. 4
The fourth and final volume of the series "Science and Philosophy in the Indian Buddhist Classics" offers a deep insight into the works of significant thinkers in classical Indian philosophy. This book focuses on specific topics that are central to understanding Buddhist philosophy. It addresses, among other things, the nature of the two truths, the analysis of the self, the Yogacara explanation of reality, and the concept of emptiness in the Madhyamaka tradition. Furthermore, it presents a comprehensive examination of logic and epistemology, as well as the Buddhist view of language and meaning. The extensive excerpts from the writings of the masters of the Nalanda tradition allow readers to engage deeply with the philosophical discourses. Particularly noteworthy is the final section on language, which was significantly authored by Thupten Jinpa, providing a unique perspective.
Reference books
CHF44.06
Science and Philosophy in the Indian Buddhist Classics, Vol. 4
English, Thupten Jinpa, Dechen Rochard, 2023
4. Wisdom Publications Buddhism and the Senses
The book "Buddhism and the Senses" offers an in-depth analysis of the relationship between Buddhism and the five senses: seeing, hearing, smelling, tasting, and feeling. It brings together the perspectives of ten esteemed scholars who examine the dual nature of sensory experiences in Buddhism. While many Buddhist texts view sensory experiences as a source of attachment and suffering, this work also highlights the positive dimension of the senses. The authors demonstrate how sensory experiences can lead not only to pleasure but also to knowledge and the ability to convey the teachings of the Dharma. By considering the senses in both their positive and negative manifestations, a new discourse is opened that reflects the complexity of sensory experiences within the context of Buddhist traditions. This book is a valuable resource for anyone interested in the intersection of sensory experience and Buddhist practice and offers a fresh perspective on the landscape of Buddhist studies.
5. Wisdom Publications Freeing the Heart and Mind
A plain-English introduction to a major school of Tibetan Buddhism, by His Holiness the Sakya Trichen, its emeritus head.
Luminous wisdom directly from His Holiness the Sakya Trichen.
Collected from teachings by His Holiness, this book is a warm and comprehensive introduction to the Buddhist path as told by the patriarch of the Sakya order. His Holiness offers explanations of the philosophical tenets of the Mahayana path and in particular the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism, giving down-to-earth advice for practicing in the world today, including:
- The principles of tantra,
- The value of retreat,
- The history of the Sakya lineage,
- Ecology from a Buddhist perspective,
- Biographies of great women practitioners,
- And other fascinating topics.
This is a must-read for anyone interested in following a Buddhist spiritual path.
6. Wisdom Publications Source of Supreme Bliss,The
Beautiful, clear translations of every text necessary for one of the most important Buddhist tantric practices.
This book is strictly intended for those who have completed the empowerment into the five deity mandala of Heruka Chakrasamvara of Mahasiddha Ghantapa, according to the lineage of Lama Tsongkhapa.
The Source of Supreme Bliss contains the first English translations of important commentaries on the Highest Yoga Tantra system of the Heruka Chakrasamvara five deity practice.
Included is a lucid, practical, and deeply profound explanation of the generation stage by Ngulchu Dharmabhadra. This is followed by an extremely rare and profound commentary by the First Panchen Lama Losang Chökyi Gyaltsen on the completion stage, along with a commentary on how to perform a proper Chakrasamvara retreat. The second half of the book comprises translations of the ritual texts associated with the commentaries.
Indispensable for anyone who undertakes this practice, The Source of Supreme Bliss will also provide rich and profound insights for those interested in Highest Yoga Tantra.
The Dechen Ling Practice Series from Wisdom Publications is committed to furthering the vision of David Gonsalez (Venerable Losang Tsering) and the Dechen Ling Press of bringing the sacred literature of Tibet to the West by making available many never-before-translated texts.
7. Wisdom Publications The Diamond Cutter Sutra
"The Diamond Cutter Sutra" is a profound treatise on the teachings of the Buddha, translated and commented on by Khenpo Sodargye. This work, considered the oldest printed book in China, offers a comprehensive analysis of the concepts of attachment and emptiness. The author, a renowned teacher and bestselling author in China, illuminates how we can overcome our attachments to phenomena and the self in order to eliminate the underlying suffering. The teachings of the Sutra challenge us to question our habitual ways of thinking and to recognize the illusions that shape our understanding of reality. Sodargye conveys that it is important to adhere to virtuous practices while embarking on the path to realizing the mind. This book is not only a philosophical exploration but also a practical guide for anyone wishing to apply the teachings of the Buddha in their life.
8. Wisdom Publications Abiding in Emptiness
"Abiding in Emptiness" is a specialized book that explores meditative practices and their philosophical foundations. Written by Bhikkhu Analayo, a recognized expert in the fields of religion and philosophy, this work offers an in-depth analysis and guidance on meditation. The book is written in English and is aimed at readers interested in spiritual practices and the teachings of various religions. With 200 pages, it provides a comprehensive exploration of the topic and is suitable for both beginners and experienced practitioners. Measuring 22.9 cm in height and 15.2 cm in width, it is compact and easy to read. Weighing 907 grams, it is sturdy and well-suited for use at home or on the go. "Abiding in Emptiness" is a valuable resource for anyone looking to deepen their meditative skills and gain a better understanding of the teachings of mindfulness and inner emptiness.
9. Wisdom Publications Freedom Through Correct Knowing: On Khedrup Jé's Interpretation of Dharmakirti
Discover a clear and accessible translation with commentary on key parts of Khedrup Jé's Clearing Mental Darkness.
Composed at the request of His Holiness the Dalai Lama, this translation with commentary on key parts of Khedrup Jé's Clearing Mental Darkness: An Ornament of Dharmakirti's 'Seven Treatises on Valid Cognition' is intended for all levels of understanding. You'll learn how a mind realizes its object, which types of consciousness realize their objects, and when a consciousness is considered to be valid in the sense of realizing its object. Having explained valid cognizers, or direct perceivers, which are essential to understanding the four noble truths, Khedrup Jé goes on to brilliantly elucidate this essential teaching of the Buddha and offers a lucid presentation of how to progress on the spiritual paths of liberation and enlightenment, including how to generate yogic perception directly realizing selflessness. With this, one develops an unmistaken realization of the fundamental reality of selflessness of persons and phenomena, which eliminates ignorance, the root cause of all mental afflictions and samsaric suffering.
Reference books
CHF50.70
Freedom Through Correct Knowing: On Khedrup Jé's Interpretation of Dharmakirti
English, Geshe Tenzin Namdak, Gelong Tenzin Legtsok, 2022
10. Wisdom Publications Living by Vow
A Sot Zen priest and Dharma successor of Kosho Uchiyama Roshi explores Zen's most essential and universal liturgical texts and explains how the chants in these works support meditation and promote a life of freedom and compassion.
