Guide to the Buddhist Path

by Sangharakshita

Book Overview

In this highly readable handbook on the fundamental teachings of Buddhism, Sangharakshita guides us unerringly through the complex tradition of Buddhism, revealing the beauty and richness of the essential teachings of the Buddha. A Guide to the Buddhist Path is a reliable map of the Buddhist way that anyone can follow.

• Format: Paperback
• Language: English
• ISBN: 0904766357
• ISBN13: 9780904766356
• Release Date: January 1996
• Publisher: Windhorse Publications (UK)
• Length: 256 Pages
• Weight: 1.15 lbs.

Customer Reviews

A Handbook and Discourses

Sangharakshita was founder of Friends of the West Buddhist Order, one of the first and more popular western Buddhist orders, and a prolific author. This text offers fluid explanations on many of the core aspects of Buddhism and is written in a approachable manner. It is not an encyclopedia but more like Dharma discussions. The sections of Part I include an Introduction, The Buddha, The Dharma, The Sangha; Part II covers Morality, Meditation, Wisdom; Then Appendices. Each subsection has around six tertiary articles. This was a required text from a college class. I go back to it once in a while because it a refresher on the basics but keeps a heartfelt approach.

The equivalent of Buddhism 101

Offers bite-sized (2-3 pages) discussions on many of the elements of Buddhism. Structured around the Buddha, the Dharma and the Sangha. An excellent starter, with good line drawing illustrations. Clear and straightforward.