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Can I read The Bodhisattva Ideal : Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism on EtoBox?
The Bodhisattva Ideal : Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism by Bikshu Sangharakshita is a religious work available to read on EtoBox.
What is The Bodhisattva Ideal : Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism about?
<p>How can we be happy and at the same time responsive to the suffering of others? It can be done: this is the message of the Bodhisattva ideal. The image of the Bodhisattva, one who wishes to gain Enlightenment for the sake of all beings, lies at the heart of much of Indian, Tibetan and Chinese Buddhism. For one wishing to follow this path, the development of inner calm and positivity that leads to true wisdom is balanced by a genuine and active concern for others which flowers into great compassion. Sustained by a deep understanding gained through meditation and reflection, the Bodhisattva is able to work tirelessly for the benefit of all. Sangharakshita places the ideal of the Bodhisattva within the context of the entire Buddhist tradition. Unfolding this vision of our potential, he demonstrates how we ourselves can move towards this ideal.</p>
Who reads The Bodhisattva Ideal : Wisdom and Compassion in Buddhism?
It is typically read by readers engaging with religious study and devotional practice.
Common subject areas: religion, theology.
- Author
- Bikshu Sangharakshita
- Publisher
- Windhorse Publications (UK)
- Published
- 2004
- Language
- EN
- ISBN
- 9781899579204
- Category
- religious
- Subjects
- History, Religion, Buddhism
- Rating
- 4.63 / 5 (29 ratings)
- Updated
- 2026-03-13