10 best books on Buddhist philosophy In 2024

1. when things fall apart is a book written by pema Chodron. 

it says wisdom of how to get out of those troubles which you feel you cannot get out of. this book shows from a Buddhist perspective of how to deal with pain , uncertainty , and fear. And making people realize to how to deal with these emotions and how to use them as a opportunity for growth. Chodron says to focus on generating compassion and open heartedness when faced when irritation. her message says of what to do when emotions take over you and how to become detached from things which makes you suffer and find peace. true happiness according to the book, it says true happiness is accepting the things as they are and not like the things you wish you want it.

2. The things you can only see when you slow down; how to be calm in a busy world.

this book is written by haemin sunim. this book is a guide book, for people to find mindfulness and peace in the ever busy world we live in. the author says from his point of view and a view of the Korean Buddhist teacher where they show that slowing down and being more present in present helps to create more deeper connections with people and with yourself as well. the author has a straightforward nature and shows what are the real initials of loving your life, nature of working and spiritual aspect. it provides readers and encourages readers to develop calmness, compassion-full and being balance in the state of chaos.

3.why Buddhism is true by Robert wright.

This book talks why human mind suffers. one of the important factors of Buddhism is mindfulness and impermanenc,  in this book he talks about meditation, importance of self awareness and how to do it, and talks about the illusion/delusion of self. that there is no self which exists.

4. The Art Of Happiness

this book by Dalai lama and psychiatrist Howard both tells about the secret of living a happy life by using Tibet’s Buddhist practices with also including westerns psychology. it shows on the fact that the hart of being happy is not so out of our control but is a skill and can be developed through practice, by doing things in compassionate, kind and being mindful. Dalai lama teaches in this book on how to handle negative emotions, how to face challenges, and the art of happiness. it also teaches that way to happiness is always there and always there for anyone who tries for it.

5. the Dhammapada.

This book contains the words of buddha on the path to enlightenment. this is one of the best books to have written in Buddhism according to me, the one who is writing this blog. this book contains stories and instances from buddha life, and fairly good info on practical techniques from Buddhism, lessons from Buddhism, this book will take you to the buddhas time period. will make you forget where you are and will make you immerse in it. you wont feel like stopping from reading.

6. peace is every step: the path of mindfulness in everyday life.

this book shows on how to use mindfulness in daily life. this book is written by thich nhat hanh. this books tells you to be aware at all times of present moment while doing activities like walking, eating sitting, etc. he gives practical guidance on how to develop mindfulness in everyday life. being emotionally intelligent by being aware of your emotions, tension and people surrounding us. he says that wherever you are in life, you can achieve peace through simple steps.

7. buddhism without beliefs – by Stephen batchelor

This book has taken merely a secular approach on Buddhism. this books has shown the philosophical part and practical things about Buddhism. he showed that how Buddhism is a way to live a ethical life and practical life.

8. what the buddha taught, by walpola rahula.

This book teaches the fundamental aspects of Buddhism of what buddha taught. this books teaches about 4 noble truths, the eight fold paths , karma and nirvana. Rahul made sure to tell this that Buddhism in very practical, logical way  and liberation from misery. this is basically for beginners who are new to Buddhism and want to explore Buddhism. this book offers clear and simple explanations for a beginner to understand.

9. Siddhartha by Hermann hesse

This book by Hesse is a timeless classic. this book tries to show the spiritual journey of self discovery on the path to enlightenment. this book is based on an Indian man, none other than Siddhartha. who had no interest in materialistic things or any other religious aspects of that time. in this book, buddhas life story has been written related to all the aspects the 4 things he saw which led him realize that life is suffering, his experience in learning in meditations from teachers, personal challenges.

10. think like a monk

This book is filled with jay Shetty’s wisdom of words and how to have a monks mindset. his book is popular among todays generation as he have experience in  becoming a monk, he shares techniques on how to overcome negativity, release of stress and how to develop purpose. the techniques which he has learned from teachers.  he have broken down in practical steps.

there are so many places, which can give you practical knowledge along with theoretical, which we conduct to take people to those Buddhist places. 

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