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Open to Desire: The Truth About What the Buddha Taught

This work delves into the complex relationship between desire and Buddhist teachings, challenging common assumptions about whether the Buddha advocated for the complete elimination of desire. The book likely examines original Buddhist texts and teachings to present a more nuanced understanding of desire in the Buddhist tradition, perhaps suggesting that certain forms of desire or longing may be integral to the spiritual path rather than obstacles to it. Through careful analysis of ancient teachings, the author invites readers to reconsider the traditional interpretation of desire as something inherently negative in Buddhist philosophy, offering a fresh perspective on what the Buddha truly taught about engaging with desire in daily life and meditation practice. more

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Mark Epstein
Mark Epstein

Mark Epstein is a renowned author born in 1953. His works primarily explore the intersection of Buddhist philosophy and psychology, as well as the application of these ideas in contemporary life. more

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