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For the first time for general readers, the Dalai Lama presents a comprehensive overview of the most important teaching of Buddhism.   Perhaps the main difference between Buddhism and other religions is its understanding of our core identity.  The existence of the soul or self, which is central in different ways to Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam, is actually denied in Buddhism.  Even further, belief in a “self” is seen as the main source of our difficulties in life.  Yet a true understanding of this teaching does not lead one to a despairing, cynical worldview with a sense that life has no meaning—Far from it, a genuine understanding leads to authentic happiness for an individual and the greatest source of compassion for others.   In 2003 and in 2007, the Dalai Lama was invited to New York to give a series of talks on the essential Buddhist view of selflessness. This new book, the result of those talks, is now offered to help broaden awareness of this essential doctrine and its usefulness in living a more meaningful and happy life.   While the Dalai Lama offers a full presentation of his teachings on these key philosophical points for contemplation, he also shows reader

Who reads A Profound Mind : Cultivating Wisdom in Everyday Life?

Author

His Holiness Tenzin Gyatso the XIV Dalai Lama

Publisher

Crown Publishing Group

Published

2011

Language

EN

ISBN

9780385514682

Category

religious

Subjects

Philosophy, Body Mind & Spirit, Religion

Rating

3.49 / 5 (264 ratings)

Updated

2026-03-13