ISBN: 1841810096

Paperback 128 pages, cards, statue, incesne and prayer beads

Comprising of The Buddha Book — which sets out the origins of Buddhism, the different traditions and devotional practices — together with meditation cards, a small Buddha statue, incense and a string of prayer beads, this pack offers an opportunity to discover the wisdom and serenity of Buddhism. Buddhism has great relevance for our lives today. It can teach us emotional and mental clarity, acceptance of whatever comes our way and a greater understanding of those around us. It encourages us to behave in ways that are kind to ourselves and the many creatures we share the Earth with. The meditation cards offer positive meditations and thoughts to eliminate our negative emotions. The Buddha Pack is an easy-to-use, practical guide that should enable those who use it to experience for themselves the freedom from suffering that is the ultimate destination of the teachings of Buddha. 

ISBN: 000714685X

Paperback 144 pages

His Holiness the Dalai Lama, the exiled spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, gives us practical ways to deal with suffering and create the happiness we seek, through his own down-to-earth interpretation of the Four Noble Truths – the very foundation of Buddhist teaching. This little book is perfect for anyone seeking words to calm and inspire. 

The third in this new highly successful gift series format. The Dalai Lama is the most renowned and loved spiritual leader of the world. In this small book he simply and clearly addresses the concerns of modern life, for Buddhists and non Buddhists alike.  

ISBN: 072253955X

Paperback 128 pages

His holiness the Dalai Lama, the exiled spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, offers simple advice to all those who want to bring more wisdom, understanding and compassion into their lives. With humour and a down-to-earth approach, this book will become your indispensable guide to life. 

This is a wonderful collection of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s thoughts on a wide range of important subjects, including the world today, the different world views of faith, science and religion and the nature of life, death and rebirth.nThe first section of the book is autobiographical, providing an intimate personal portrait of the Dalai Lama in his own words, discussing his studies, the invasion of Tibet, his meeting with Mao and his views on everything from travelling in China to his perspective on Gandhi. This attractively packaged book will inspire readers with its teachings on love, compassion and how to nurture peace in everyday life. 

Alchemists sought to transform lead into gold. This book shows how we similarly all have the natural ability to turn the lead of our confused minds into the gold of insightful clarity. Tara Bennett shows how we can learn to see ourselves as we really are and thus learn to disengage from those emotional patterns that undermine our lives. Drawing on the latest research into cognitive science and neuroscience with ancient principles of Buddhist psychology, this profound yet very practical book shows how the mind can heal the very heart of our being. 

ISBN: 0572030541

Paperback 240 pages

Here is a fine selection of the diverse teachings of Buddha. These spiritual thoughts and teachings may be used as effective, practical and enjoyable tools for creating a better life. This book brings to life this spiritual and philosophical movement that has dramatically shaped and influenced world thinking today. This title, alongside its companion titles, can be read, considered, studied, absorbed and practised to encourage the reader to explore more fully the spiritual life through thought-provoking questions. 

Dalai Lama

How To Practise is a major inspirational work, by one of the world's greatest spiritual teachers. It is broken down into the basic steps to enlightenment: how to practice morality, how to practice meditation, and how to practise wisdom, whilst simultaneously delving deeper into His Holiness’ more general teachings, his spirit, wisdom and sense of humour. The book, meant to be used as part of daily practice, is easy to understand and filled with anecdotes. It includes guidance on peace of mind, generosity, compassion, and much more besides. Beautifully packaged, this is the ultimate gift from the Dalai Lama, and a wonderful gift to give to anyone interested in having a richer, more fulfilled life. 

Those living in Western cultures often describe Buddhism as the fastest-growing religion in the West, because the teachings address the issues of materialism and the existential dilemmas so often experienced in modern life. This reference book offers a practical introduction to Buddhism. It traces how the different traditions arose in countries as diverse as Tibet, Sri Lanka, Japan, China, Korea, Burma, Thailand and Vietnam, and how the teachings developed in harmony with these cultures, giving each a unique appearance.  

This jewel of a book offers some of his most helpful insights on daily living, inner peace, compassion and justice — for all of us in these troubled times. 

Buddha and Christ each left a legacy of teachings and practices that have shaped the lives of billions of people. If they were to meet today, what would each think of the other's spiritual views and practices? This book explores how the two traditions meet and awakens an understanding of both.  

In the rush of modern life, we tend to lose touch with the peace that is available in each moment. Zen master, peace activist and author Thich Nhat Hanh shows us how to make positive use of the very situations that usually pressure and antagonize us. For him, a ringing telephone can be a signal to call us back to our true selves. Dirty dishes, red lights and traffic jams are spiritual friends on the path to "mindfulness" - the process of keeping our consciousness alive to our present experience and reality. The most profound satisfactions, the deepest feelings of joy and completeness lie as close at hand as our next aware breath and the smile we can form right now. Thich Naht Hahn offers commentaries and meditations, personal anecdotes and stories to show how deep meditative presence is available. He provides exercises to increase our awareness of our own body and mind through conscious breathing - and he also shows us how to be aware of our relationships with others and of the world around us, its beauty as well as its pollution and injustices.  

ISBN: 1841812064

Paperback 96 pages and statue

Tara is the best-known and most beloved feminine deity of Buddhism. Because of her vow to help others while remaining always in female form, she is loved by women around the world. The Tara Box includes a book of rituals and meditation practices for general readers. They are aimed at compassionate healing, long life and protection from the “Eight Fears”. Simply explained and easy to practice, these striking and inspirational rituals will appeal to readers familiar with Buddhism, as well as to newcomers to meditation. 

A spoken word CD in which Chris takes the listener through four Buddhist meditation techniques that he himself has been teaching for the last 35 years. Explained in a straightforward and easy to understand fashion and suitable for anyone interested in taking up meditation, Buddhist and non Buddhist alike.

"If you believe books can change lives, earmark this one" Metro

'What is it I hope for from this book? To inspire a quiet revolution in the whole way we look at death and care for the dying and the whole way we look at life, and care for the living' Written by Buddhist meditation master and popular international speaker Soygal Rinpoche, this highly acclaimed book clarifies the majestic vision of life and death that underlies the Tibetan tradition. It includes not only a lucid, inspiring and complete introduction to the practice of meditation but also advice on how to care for the dying with love and compassion, and how to bring them help of a spiritual kind. But there is much more besides in this classic work, which was written to inspire all who read it to begin the journey to enlightenment and so become 'servants of peace' working in the world.

"valuable and profound" Yoga and Health  

ISBN: 1859061060

Flying on Tibetan mountain passes, temple roofs and wherever Tibetans now make their home, gaily coloured prayer flags scatter blessings, mantras and good luck messages on the winds, to be blown around the world. This pack contains 15 hand-printed lung-ta – authentic cotton flags. They have been specially designed by a Tibetan master artist, and display rich imagery and symbolism in the five traditional colours. Hang them in a special place and let your messages spread health, wealth and goodwill around the globe. The accompanying book describes the origin and significance of prayer flags, and presents a stunning collection of full-colour photographs of the flags in use, both inside and outside Tibet. Author and photographer Diane Barker explains the symbolism of the prayer flags included, and suggests how they can be used at home. By flying your own prayer flags you can express support for the Tibetan people, respect for their culture and traditions and help bring peace to the world. Pack contains string of 15 authentic prayer flags and a 64-page full-colour illustrated book. 

ISBN: 1859061532

An authentic pair of traditional, handmade bell-metal ting-sha have been specially commissioned for this pack. The cymbals carry 8 auspicious Buddhist symbols - a parasol, 2 golden fishes, golden vase, lotus, conch shell, eternal knot, victory banner and a golden 8-spoked wheel and are joined together by a leather thong. The accompanying book explains their cultural origins and their place in Tibetan ceremony. Robert Beer also describes ways in which ting-sha can be used in the modern world as a valuable aid to meditation, mindfulness, in private prayer, in silent contemplation and in mantra recitation, purification practices and space-clearing. Box contains a pair of handmade bell-metal ting-sha and a 48-page illustrated book. 

Why is the Buddha Smiling? includes exercises and practices that will help readers to live life with awareness of the present moment and to increase their connection with life. This awareness offers freedom from the grip of negative emotion, which leads to suffering.