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The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching

Transforming Suffering into Peace, Joy, and Liberation

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The Heart of the Buddha's Teaching

By: Thich Nhat Hanh
Narrated by: René Ruiz
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With poetry and clarity, Thich Nhat Hanh imparts comforting wisdom about the nature of suffering and its role in creating compassion, love, and joy – all qualities of enlightenment.

“Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal, inner peace, and peace on earth.”—His Holiness the Dalai Lama

In The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching, now revised with added material and new insights, Nhat Hanh introduces us to the core teachings of Buddhism and shows us that the Buddha’s teachings are accessible and applicable to our daily lives.

Covering such significant teachings as the Four Noble Truths, the Noble Eightfold Path, the Three Doors of Liberation, the Three Dharma Seals, and the Seven Factors of Awakening, The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching is a radiant beacon on Buddhist thought for the initiated and uninitiated alike.

 Buddhism Eastern Philosophy Meditation Compassion Zen Buddhism

Critic reviews

“Thich Nhat Hanh writes with the voice of the Buddha.”—Sogyal Rinpoche

“If there is a candidate for 'Living Buddha' on earth today, it is Thich Nhat Hanh.”—Richard Baker-roshi

“Thich Nhat Hanh shows us the connection between personal, inner peace, and peace on earth.”—His Holiness the Dalai Lama

“Thich Nhat Hanh is a real poet.”—Robert Lowell
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A wonderfully written book full of insight. I do feel, however, that one has to be at the right point in their life to properly appreciate and absorb the teachings.

Simply wonderful

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Very in-depth overview of core Buddhist teachings. If you are looking for a general introduction however I would not necessarily start with this as it is quite dense and specific. For those wishing to learn a bit more however, this is a perfect reference.

Excellent overview

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Loved it. Explains the Buddha's teachings so well. I bought the book and am now reading it.

I understand now

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Nice guide to the system of thinking, very sympathetic and achievable for people wanting to engage.

lovely book and Story

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This book is profound and has so many layers of understanding, I will be revisiting time to time. The wisdom gather here is unmatched. only can recommend.

Favorite book of all time

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