Living Dharma: Teachings and Meditation Instructions from Twelve Theravada Masters (Paperback) (ISBN-13: 9781590308325)

A collection of teachings on the practice of meditation by twelve contemporary Buddhist masters from Southeast Asia--curated by the author of A Path with Heart

In this book, Jack Kornfield presents the heart of Buddhist practice as taught by twelve highly respected masters from Southeast Asia. These renowned teachers offer a rich variety of meditation techniques: the practices include traditional instructions for dissolving the solid sense of self, for awakening insight, for realizing Nirvana, and for cultivating compassion for all beings.

Jack Kornfield's first three chapters give an overview of Buddhist philosophy and, specifically, the meditation practices of Burma, Thailand, and Laos. The teachings in this volume are from Achaan Chaa, Mahasi Sayadaw, Sunlun Sayadaw, Achaan Buddhadasa, Achaan Naeb, Achaan Maha Boowa, Tuangpulu Sayadaw, Mohnyin Sayadaw, Mogok Sayadaw, U Ba Khin, Achaan Dhammadaro, and Achaan Jumnien.

Author: Ram Dass, Jack Kornfield
ISBN-10: 1590308328
ISBN-13: 9781590308325
Publisher: Shambhala
Language: English
Published: 10/12/2010
Pages: 336
Format: Paperback
Weight: 1.25lbs
Size: 8.84h x 6.04w x 0.93d