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Liberating Insight

Introduction to Buddhist Psychology and Insight Meditation
TaschenbuchKartoniert, Paperback
219 Seiten
Englisch
University of Washington Presserschienen am01.05.2004
This book introduces the reader to the psychology of Theravada Buddhism, the cradle of all later Buddhist schools and traditions. In simple and clear language Frits Koster describes the fundamental teachings of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths, karma and rebirth. He also introduces various forms of meditation, in particular vipassana or insight meditation. After a practical explanation of the method and practice of insight meditation, he elaborates on the fruits of this practice, namely wisdom and purification of the mind.In the final section of the book, Koster applies the principles and benefits of insight meditation to Western society in the areas of health, therapy, relationships, communication and stress. The book offers a rich and authentic introduction to Buddhist psychology and insight meditation.mehr

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KlappentextThis book introduces the reader to the psychology of Theravada Buddhism, the cradle of all later Buddhist schools and traditions. In simple and clear language Frits Koster describes the fundamental teachings of Buddhism, including the Four Noble Truths, karma and rebirth. He also introduces various forms of meditation, in particular vipassana or insight meditation. After a practical explanation of the method and practice of insight meditation, he elaborates on the fruits of this practice, namely wisdom and purification of the mind.In the final section of the book, Koster applies the principles and benefits of insight meditation to Western society in the areas of health, therapy, relationships, communication and stress. The book offers a rich and authentic introduction to Buddhist psychology and insight meditation.
Details
ISBN/GTIN978-974-9575-31-4
ProduktartTaschenbuch
EinbandartKartoniert, Paperback
FormatTrade Paperback (USA)
Erscheinungsjahr2004
Erscheinungsdatum01.05.2004
Seiten219 Seiten
SpracheEnglisch
MasseBreite 145 mm, Höhe 213 mm, Dicke 17 mm
Gewicht254 g
Artikel-Nr.13818098

Inhalt/Kritik

Inhaltsverzeichnis
AcknowledgementsIntroductionPart I: The Essence of Buddhism1. The Life of the Buddha2. The Dissemination of Buddhism3. The Four Noble TruthsPart II: Ethics4. Ethics in Buddhism5. Karma6. Rebirth7. Four Sublime Mental StatesPart III: Meditation8. Tranquillity Meditation9. Insight Meditation10. The Practice of Insight Meditation11. Five PowersPart IV: Fruits and Obstacles12. Intuitive Wisdom13. Seven Stages of Purification14. Englightenment15. Obstacles on the PathPart V: Buddhism in the West16. Health17. Meditherapy18. Sexual Desire19. Relationships and Communication20. Stress ManagementAppendicesI. The Four Foundations of MindfulnessII. Engaged BuddhismIII. GlossaryIV. Useful AddressesV. Recommended Readingmehr