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The Four Noble Truths By Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Also available as an audiobook on CD buy this book online read an excerpt Buddha long ago pointed out that though humans universally seek happiness it consistently eludes them, and though they seek to avoid suffering it falls upon them like rain. The root of the problem, … Read more

An Explanation of the Buddhist Way of Life By Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Also available as an audiobook on CD buy this book online read an excerpt These days, many people are developing an interest in Buddhism and meditation, in part because of its practical approach to the problems we experience in our daily lives, and … Read more

Meditations to Make Our Life Happy and Meaningful By Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Also available as an audiobook on CD buy this book online read an excerpt This perennial bestseller is a perfect handbook for daily meditation. Written especially for the modern reader who is trying to incorporate a meditation practice into a busy lifestyle, it … Read more

  By Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso In the introduction to How to Transform Your Life, the author, Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso, says: ‘Through practising the instructions presented in this book we can transform our life from a state of misery into one of pure and everlasting happiness.’ Although we all wish to be happy and … Read more

By Geshe Kelsang Gyatso Also available as an audiobook on CD buy this book online read an excerpt This immensely practical book charts a complete path of spiritual development. As a commentary to one of Buddhism’s best-loved and most enduring teachings, Eight Verses of Training the Mind by the great Tibetan Bodhisattva Langri Tangpa, it … Read more

The books in this section explain Buddha’s Tantric teachings. Some familiarity with basic introduction to Buddhist view, meditation, and practice is recommended before reading these books. Use the menu on the right to find out more about the books, read an excerpt and, if you wish, buy online.

The books in this section assume some familiarity with basic Buddhist Buddhist view, meditation, and practice. They are ideal for those who wish to deepen their understanding and experience of Buddhism. Use the menu on the right to find out more about the books, read an excerpt and, if you wish, buy online.

The books in this section are suitable for all readers, from absolute beginners up. They provide a basic introduction to Buddhist view, meditation, and practice that is suitable for beginners. Use the menu on the right to find out more about the books, read an excerpt and, if you wish, buy online.

The stages of the path to enlightenment, or Lamrim in Tibetan, is the backbone of Kadampa Buddhism. Lamrim is a special set of instructions that includes all the essential teachings of Buddha Shakyamuni arranged in such a way that all his Hinayana and Mahayana teachings can be put into practice in a single meditation session. … Read more

THE BENEFITS OF THE FOUNDATION AND TEACHER TRAINING PROGRAMS By Venerable Geshe Kelsang Gyatso The following is a transcript of a talk given by Geshe Kelsang Gyatso on the occasion of the inauguration of the Foundation Program at Tara Centre, England, October 1990. “Beginning the Foundation Program at a Center presents us with a great … Read more