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My Spiritual Autobiography
This book is a first. There has never been one entirely dedicated to the spiritual life of the Dalai Lama. Yet as one of the world's most recognised, and respected, spiritual leaders there will clearly be great interest in such a work from His Holiness' thousands of friends and followers around the world. The Dalai Lama sees himself first and foremost as a human being, sec
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Hardcover
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304 pages
Published
October 7th 2010
by Rider
(first published 2009)
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Drawn from various speeches and interviews, this book tries to capture the different facets of the Dalai Lama - the man, the buddhist monk, the Dalai Lama. It's not just an account of his physical life but also of his spiritual self - what he believes and what he stands for.
It was a very enjoyable book - the parts about the Tibetan's suffering were difficult to read, especially when you read a speech from, say, 1961, and you know that nothing has changed, even 50 years later. The bits about his ...more
It was a very enjoyable book - the parts about the Tibetan's suffering were difficult to read, especially when you read a speech from, say, 1961, and you know that nothing has changed, even 50 years later. The bits about his ...more
I enjoyed reading this book while travelling in Asia. The Dalai Lama's values of simplicity, humility, compassion and his commitment to help relieve the suffering of others are inspiring. I was particularly moved by a poem about a mother who was trying to escape persecution in Tibet by crossing the Himalayas into India. On this journey her oldest daughter's feet froze and she could no longer walk. The daughter told the mother to continue and save her brothers. So the mother left her behind, but
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The Dalai Lama's adorable, and clearly such a good man. It's interesting to read about his life as a simple monk, as a human being, etc. Also touches many times on how he was determined to be the reincarnation of the 13th Dalai Lama. Talks about the entire history of Tibet in regards to China, and his entire history of efforts, speeches, etc. to try to stop abuse and make amends. Seems like a lot of the Dalai Lama's sections are from speeches too. Then after most sections the author fills in mor
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The part of the book where the Dalai Lama explains Buddhist philosophy is interesting. But the book becomes less interesting towards the end where the Dalai Lama elaborates on the Chinese occupation of Tibet.
It is amazing how I am a catholic and I agree with all his beliefs and values. I have never been interested with politics, and the story of Tibet invasion shocked me. It is so unfair that just because you are stronger than someone it means you can do anything to hurt them. It actually made me hating Chinese government so much. And yet, Dalai Lama who must be hurt much worse than I did, is still positive and loving Chinese people. He is definitely an amazing person!
Excerpts from Dalai Lama's writings and speeches over the years. "Never lose hope!"
I read it piece by piece over a year or so. The Dalai Lama is an inspirational spiritual figure with universal appeal. This book weaves his spirituality with his endless patience struggle for the Tibetan people. It should be of interest to anyone from an open minded spiritual or political background. He embodies universal human values.
This is the first book of Dalai lama that I read. I like it but at the end of the story was not compelling. Its little bit boring. However I finished the book and learned more about compassion, kindness and all positive influence towards others from this book. I look forward to read more of Dalai Lama book soon.
So far I'm finding this book very enlightening but I don't think it will be a quick read for me. Mentally and spiritually I'm looking at his teachings as a personal journey so each chapter and section requires my thought and consideration. I hope I continue to enjoy this book.
A book worth reading. His Holiness shares about his views on humanity, his commitment to compassion, his childhood in Tibet,on transformation of one's mind and of the world and his call for spiritual revolution. This book would leave you feeling inspired!
The beginning bits sounded like my value education book from school. But then, the Dalai Lama is a religious leader after all and this is a collection of his speeches. The book could really have done with better editing.
For somebody who is interested in current Dalai Lama's life story...and how the highest spiritual teacher of Buddhism thinks about the world and its citzens
Much to contemplate, in this engaging book. A definite re-read.
Read a quick sample and it wasn't quite for me.
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Jetsun Jamphel Ngawang Lobsang Yeshe Tenzin Gyatso (born Lhamo Döndrub), the 14th Dalai Lama, is a practicing member of the Gelug School of Tibetan Buddhism and is influential as a Nobel Peace Prize laureate, the world's most famous Buddhist monk, and the leader of the exiled Tibetan government in India.
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