Choosing Simplicity
A Commentary on the Bhikshuni Pratimoksha
$37.33
- Paperback
344 pages
- Release Date
15 February 2013
Summary
Choosing Simplicity discusses the precepts and lifestyle of fully ordained nuns within the Buddhist tradition. The ordination vows act as guidelines to promote harmony both within the individual and within the community by regulating and thereby simplifying one’s relationships to other sangha members and laypeople, as well as to the needs of daily life. Observing these precepts and practicing the Buddhadharma brings incredible benefit to oneself and others. Since the nuns’ precepts include th…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781559391559 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1559391553 |
| Author: | Venerable Bhikshuni Wu Yin, Thubten Chodron |
| Publisher: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Imprint: | Snow Lion Publications |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 344 |
| Release Date: | 15 February 2013 |
| Weight: | 468g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 18mm |
What They're Saying
Critics Review
“Far from being just a dry list of rules, the material comes alive thanks to Master Wu Yin’s approach. This text is of great interest and benefit to all who want to know more about the Bhikshuni Pratimoksha; it is invaluable to those who have made the commitment to live their lives by it.” - Elizabeth Napper, Co-Director of the Tibetan Nuns Project”
About The Author
Venerable Bhikshuni Wu Yin
Venerable Bhikshuni Wu Yin received her novice vows in 1957 and her bhikshuni vows in 1959. She is the leader of the Luminary International Buddhist Society, which oversees study programs for nuns and laypeople, as well as translation and publishing projects.
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