Liberating Insight

Liberating Insight
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Publisher : Silkworm Books
Total Pages : 174
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ISBN-10 : 9781628402353
ISBN-13 : 1628402350
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Book Synopsis Liberating Insight by : Frits Koster

Download or read book Liberating Insight written by Frits Koster and published by Silkworm Books. This book was released on 2004-05-10 with total page 174 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 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.


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