one on pilgrims and monasteries in the Himalayas and the other surveying East-West differences in view
Includes an extended treatment of meditation and wisdom as interlocking parts of the Buddhist path
the second volume of Longchenpa's Trilogy of Finding Comfort and Ease
Beauty is a form of knowledge
drawing on Sutras and authoritative works by Buddhist masters to introduce the perfect Buddhas: how they awaken wisdom and compassion and the stages by which they bring to maturity the qualities and blessings of enlightened being
Lotus Mandala Lotus Trilogy one on pilgrims and monasteriesFounded in 1975, Odiyan has become a vibrant mandala of Buddhist art and architecture, magnificent trees, and fertile gardens. Rich in shapes, colors, and forms, Odiyan's gardens are integral expressions of a profound spiritual message: every leaf, every blossom, is a manifestation of sacred principles that can uplift our hearts with joy and unfold ever deeper dimensions of meaning in all we do. This book, inspired by the gardens of Odiyan, presents a