All-Embracing Good
Bodhisattva Aspirations That Uplift the Heart
$33.99
- Paperback
288 pages
- Release Date
27 April 2027
Summary
From the beloved and pioneering Buddhist nun Thubten Chodron, a modern commentary on what’s considered Buddhism’s “King of Aspiration Prayers”—a powerful aspiration on the bodhisattva path for relieving suffering from every sentient being in the cosmos.
In this illuminating exploration, Venerable Chodron reveals the wisdom of the “King of Aspiration Prayers,” a sacred text from the Gaṇḍavyūha Sūtra, which is itself the final chapter of the Avataṃsaka Sūtra. T…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781645475880 |
|---|---|
| ISBN-10: | 1645475883 |
| Author: | Thubten Chodron |
| Publisher: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Imprint: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 288 |
| Release Date: | 27 April 2027 |
| Weight: | 369g |
| Dimensions: | 140mm x 216mm |
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Critics Review
“This extraordinary book unfolds a powerful and timely evocation of the aspiration to end suffering in our world. Though written centuries ago, the ‘King of Prayers’ shows how all on Earth can meet the world today with life-giving hands. Beautifully written, I recommend this book to all.”
—Roshi Joan Halifax, abbot of Upaya Zen Center and author of Being with Dying
“A beautiful and clear explanation of one of Buddhism’s most profound texts! Radiant with inspiring heart-guidance and personal stories based on Venerable Chodron’s many decades of Dharma practice.”
—Guy Newland, author of Introduction to Emptiness
“An insightful and inspiring analysis of Buddhist wisdom for anyone hoping to live a deeper, more examined life.”
—Daniel Gilbert, author of Stumbling on Happiness
“This book is a treasure—a beautiful and inspiring commentary to the ‘King of Prayers,’ full of practical advice for staying positive and joyful, even in troubled times.”
—Sangye Khadro (Kathleen McDonald), Dharma teacher and author of How to Meditate
“We welcome and are grateful for the Venerable Thubten Chodron’s new book—a lucid and inspiring commentary on the renowned aspiration-prayer of the bodhisattva Samantabhadra known as ‘The King of Prayers.’ The text is very popular in all traditions of Tibetan Buddhism and throughout Mahāyāna world and often recited daily. This new commentary helps illuminate the depths of meaning in the Mahāyāna view and makes its vast vision more accessible to modern aspirants.”—Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo, author of Reflections on a Mountain Lake
Thubten Chodron
Venerable Thubten Chodron was ordained as a Tibetan Buddhist nun in 1977. She is an author, teacher, and the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey. Sravasti Abbey is the only Tibetan Buddhist training monastery for Westerners in the U.S. and holds gender equality, social engagement, and care for the environment amongst its core values.
Ven. Chodron teaches worldwide and is known for her practical (and humorous!) explanations of how to apply Buddhist teachings in daily life. She is also actively involved in prison outreach and interfaith dialogue. She has published many books on Buddhist philosophy and meditation, and has coauthored a book, Buddhism: One Teacher, Many Traditions, with His Holiness the Dalai Lama, with whom she has studied for nearly forty years.
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