The Sakya Jetsunmas

The Sakya Jetsunmas
Author: Elisabeth A. Benard
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 321
Release: 2022-03-01
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1645470911

An exploration of an extraordinary group of female meditation masters from the Buddhist tradition in Tibet whose determination and accomplishments can serve as a great example for meditators the world over. Among Tibetan spiritual biographies there are many life stories of exceptional male wisdom-holders or vidyādharas. But biographies of religious women are few. This book focuses on the hidden world of the great female spiritual adepts who were born into a prominent lineage of the Sakya school of Tibetan Buddhism. For centuries, this family of wisdom holders has been committed to helping others alleviate their suffering and develop a strong dedication to spiritual practice.

The Śākyas

The Śākyas
Author: Ajaya Kranti Shakya
Publisher:
Total Pages: 288
Release: 2006
Genre: Buddhism
ISBN:

Study conducted in Kathmandu Valley, Nepal.

The Life of Buddha

The Life of Buddha
Author: Edward Joseph Thomas
Publisher: Motilal Banarsidass Publ.
Total Pages: 344
Release: 1993
Genre: Buddha (The concept)
ISBN: 9788120809840

Authoriative account of the life of Buddha utilizing information never presented in a western form.

The Life of Buddha as Legend and History

The Life of Buddha as Legend and History
Author: Edward Joseph Thomas
Publisher: Asian Educational Services
Total Pages: 338
Release: 2000
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 9788120609792

GAUTAMA BUDDHA - BIOGRAPHY, CHRISTIANTY & OTHER RELIGIONS, BUDDHISM

The Life of Buddha

The Life of Buddha
Author: Edward J. Thomas
Publisher: Routledge
Total Pages: 332
Release: 2013-11-05
Genre: History
ISBN: 1136201211

Originally published between 1920-70,The History of Civilization was a landmark in early twentieth century publishing. It was published at a formative time within the social sciences, and during a period of decisive historical discovery. The aim of the general editor, C.K. Ogden, was to summarize the most up to date findings and theories of historians, anthropologists, archaeologists and sociologists. This reprinted material is available as a set or in the following groupings: * Prehistory and Historical Ethnography Set of 12: 0-415-15611-4: £800.00 * Greek Civilization Set of 7: 0-415-15612-2: £450.00 * Roman Civilization Set of 6: 0-415-15613-0: £400.00 * Eastern Civilizations Set of 10: 0-415-15614-9: £650.00 * Judaeo-Christian Civilization Set of 4: 0-415-15615-7: £250.00 * European Civilization Set of 11: 0-415-15616-5: £700.00

Treasures of the Sakya Lineage

Treasures of the Sakya Lineage
Author: Migmar Tseten
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 286
Release: 2008-04-22
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0834823098

Treasures of the Sakya Lineage is a rich collection of teachings by both contemporary and ancient Sakya masters, showing a thousand years of lineage continuity. It provides an overview of the history, view, key lineage figures, and crucial teachings of the oldest continuously operating institution among the four lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. The Sakya School has long been known for its balanced approach to study and practice. The writings of Sakya scholars have been deeply influential in every school of Tibetan Buddhism and they continue to be now. A great resource for students and practitioners of all schools of Tibetan Buddhism, this volume contains teachings from great Sakya scholars and meditation masters, including: H. H. Sakya Trizin, Khenpo Appey, Sakya Pandita, Jetsun Dragpa Gyaltsen, Chogye Trinchen, Choegyal Phagpa, Migmar Tseten

Buddha

Buddha
Author: Hermann Oldenberg
Publisher:
Total Pages: 482
Release: 1882
Genre: Buddha (The concept)
ISBN:

Ancient Indian Social History

Ancient Indian Social History
Author: Romila Thapar
Publisher: Orient Blackswan
Total Pages: 360
Release: 1978
Genre: India
ISBN: 9788125008088

A collection of papers that interprets afresh, known facts about the early period of Indian history up to the end of the first millennium AD. The papers discuss several associated themes such as society and religion, social classification and mobility and the study of regional history. A useful reference book for postgraduate students of History.