There Is No Suffering
Buddhism books for beginners
The heart of Buddhist teachings: suffering, compassion, and liberation.
There Is No Suffering delves deeply into the core teachings of Buddhism regarding suffering, compassion, and liberation. In this book, Master Sheng-Yen draws from his profound understanding of Zen and the fundamental principles of Buddhism to gently guide readers to confront and transcend the root causes of suffering in their lives.
With clear language and practical insights, he demystifies complex Buddhist teachings, making them accessible to both beginners and experienced meditators. This Buddhism for dummies book serves as a compassionate companion for those seeking inner peace and resilience, encouraging readers to embrace life with a transformed perspective and find freedom in every moment.
This Zen Buddhism books, with its straightforward language and profound insights, helps readers understand Buddhist teachings and guides them in applying these principles to improve their lives. Master Sheng-Yen’s guidance will assist readers in finding inner tranquility in their daily lives and facing life’s challenges with a broader perspective.
Sheng-Yen Shi
Master Sheng-Yen (1930–2009) was a renowned Taiwanese Zen master, teacher, and scholar whose teachings have had a profound influence on the global spread of Zen Buddhism. A disciple of the late Master Dongchu, Sheng-Yen was recognized for his deep understanding of Buddhist philosophy and his practical approach to meditation.
With a unique ability to blend traditional Buddhist teachings with contemporary insights, Master Sheng-Yen authored numerous books and led retreats that emphasized the transformative power of meditation, mindfulness, and self-awareness.
Zen Buddhism
This book serves as a compassionate companion for those seeking inner peace and resilience, encouraging readers to embrace life with a transformed perspective and find freedom in every moment.
There Is No Suffering
Heart of Buddhist teachings on suffering, compassion, and liberation
In There Is No Suffering, Master Sheng-Yen explores the heart of Buddhist teachings on suffering, compassion, and liberation. Drawing from his deep understanding of Zen and the core principles of Buddhism, Sheng-Yen gently guides readers to confront and transcend the root causes of suffering in their lives.
Meditation is a form of consciousness change that enhances self-knowledge and well-being by achieving a deep state of tranquility. Simply put, it is a self-disciplined behavior of the mind that stops all external activities of consciousness and reaches a state of selflessness.
Zen Buddhism is a Chinese Buddhist sect. It advocates the practice of meditation, hence the name. It is also called the Buddha Heart Sect because it claims to “transmit the Buddha’s heart seal” and aims to awaken the Buddha nature inherent in all living beings.
mindfulness
The concept of mindfulness originated from Buddhist meditation, which was developed from sitting meditation, contemplation, and enlightenment. It is to pay attention to and be aware of everything in the present moment with purpose and consciousness, without making any judgment, analysis, or reaction to everything in the present moment, but simply to be aware of it and pay attention to it.
self-awareness
Self-concept, self-perception, self-evaluation, self-experience, self-supervision and self-reg
