Book Details
Buddhist Guide
Master Taixu / Oriental Publishing House /April 1, 2014
The Guide to Buddhism was written by Master Taixu, an important promoter of modern Buddhist reform. The book not only explains the basic principles and methods of practice of Buddhism in an easy-to-understand way, but also embodies Master Taixu's unique insights into the modernization of Buddhism. As the founder of the Sangha Buddhist College and a trainer of new monks, Master Taixu shows in this book his emphasis on Buddhist education and his expectations for Buddhists in the new era. At the same time, by organizing the Lay Buddhist Association and uniting believers from all walks of life, he successfully laid a solid foundation for the popularization and dissemination of Buddhism. In addition, Master Taixu also actively promoted Buddhist culture through publishing books, newspapers and magazines, providing strong support for the integration of Buddhism with modern society. This book is not only suitable for Buddhists and Buddhist researchers, but also a must-have book for readers who are interested in Buddhist culture and Master Taixu's thoughts.
Outline Notes
Book Summary of "Guide to Buddhism"Chapter 1: Basic Concepts of Buddhism1.1 The Origin and Development of Buddhism - Founder: Siddhartha Gautama, also known as Sakyamuni Buddha. - Origin: Ancient India. - Development Stage: Early Buddhism, Traditional Buddhism, Mahayana Buddhism, Tantric Buddhism, etc. 1.2 Four Noble Truths and Eightfold Path - Four Noble Truths - Truth of Suffering: The world is full of suffering. - Truth of Origin: The cause of suffering is greed, anger, and ignorance. - Truth of Cessation: Eliminating greed, anger, and ignorance can free you from suffering. - Truth of the Path: The way to achieve liberation is the Eightfold Path. - Eightfold Path - Right View: Correctly understand the Dharma. - Right Thought: The right way of thinking. - Right Speech: Speech is truthful, kind, and beneficial. - ... (Other Five Truths) Chapter 2: The Core of Buddhist Teachings2.1 Five Aggregates and No-Self - Five Aggregates: Form, feeling, perception, volition, and consciousness, the basic elements that make up all living beings. - No-self: The five aggregates are impermanent, and there is no fixed self. 2.2 Law of Cause and Effect and Karma- Law of Cause and Effect: Everything has its cause and effect. - Karma: The good or bad of behavior determines the future retribution. Chapter 3: Cultivation Methods and Practice3.1 Purpose and Methods of Meditation- Purpose: Purify the mind and achieve Nirvana. - Method: Sitting meditation, mindful observation of breathing, walking meditation, etc. 3.2 Contemplation of the Four Foundations of Mindfulness- Contemplating the body: Experience the impermanence and pain of the body. - Contemplating feelings: Observe the arising and disappearance of feelings. - ... (Other three foundations of mindfulness) Chapter 4: Buddhism and Modern Life4.1 Buddhist Ethics- Don’t kill: Respect life. - Don’t steal: Be honest and trustworthy. - ... (Other ethics) 4.2 Buddhist Enlightenment on Mental Health- De-stress: Reduce psychological stress through meditation and other methods. - Compassion, Joy and Emancipation: Cultivate positive interpersonal relationships. Framework of the whole book Starting from the basic concepts of Buddhism, the book "A Guide to Buddhism" introduces in detail the core of its teachings, including the five aggregates, no self, and the law of cause and effect. The book further explores the practice methods and practices of Buddhism, such as meditation and the four mindfulnesses. The last chapter discusses the integration of Buddhism with modern life, emphasizing Buddhist ethics and their positive impact on mental health. Overall, the book provides readers with a comprehensive guide to Buddhism, helping them understand Buddhist philosophy and practice it in daily life.
Catchy Sentences
For the book "Guide to Buddhism", written by Master Taixu, I carefully selected sentences or paragraphs from it. These sentences or paragraphs have their own characteristics, some are profound, some are unique, some are beautiful, some are full of wisdom, and some are creative. The following is what I have prepared for you for your reference: 1. Profound meaning - "Buddhism is not superstition, nor is it idolatry. It is the truth of the universe and life." - "If the mind is unattached, then all dharmas are unattached, and this is true liberation." - "Life and death are serious matters, and impermanence is rapid. We should work hard and make progress as if saving our heads." 2. Unique perspective - "All things in the world are born from the combination of causes and conditions, and do not have self-nature." - "Buddhism is in the world, and it is inseparable from worldly awakening; seeking Bodhi away from the world is like seeking the horns of a rabbit." - "All sentient beings have Buddha nature, but they cannot realize it because of delusion and attachment." 3. Beautiful language - "The mind is like a mirror, originally pure, but obscured by dust." - "Buddhism is like nectar, which can eliminate the heat and troubles of sentient beings; it is like a bright lamp that can break through a dark room for a thousand years." - "In meditation, the mind is like still water, without waves, and then you can see your true face." 4. Full of wisdom - "Knowing the illusion, you should leave it without any expedients; leaving the illusion, you should awaken, and there is no gradual process." - "Practice is not elsewhere, it is in the present moment." - "Buddhism has no many children, and long-term mind is hard to find." 5. Creative - "Buddhism is like the ocean. Only faith can enter it, and only wisdom can cross it." - "The mind is vast and pervades the Dharma Realm; when it is used, it is clear and distinct, and when it is applied, it knows everything." - "Buddhism is not obtained from the outside, but sought from within one's own mind." 6-20. Selected sentences (continued) ---------------- 6. Profound meaning - "All conditioned phenomena are like dreams, illusions, bubbles, and shadows; like dew and lightning, so one should view them in this way." - "Before attaining Buddhahood, one must first make friends; only by making good connections can one attain Buddhahood." 7. Unique perspective - "It is not the wind that moves, nor the flag that moves, but the heart of the benevolent that moves." - "Seeing a mountain is a mountain, seeing water is water; seeing a mountain is not a mountain, seeing water is not water; seeing a mountain is still a mountain, seeing water is still water." 8. Beautiful language - "There is no Bodhi tree, and a bright mirror is not a stand. Originally there was nothing, so where could dust gather?" - "One flower is a world, one leaf is a Bodhi." 9. Full of wisdom - "If you want to know the cause of the previous life, look at the one who is suffering in this life; if you want to know the result of the next life, look at the one who is doing in this life." - "A true practitioner does not see the faults of the world." 10. Full of creativity - "Dharma is in daily life, walking, standing, sitting and lying are all the way." - "All dharmas arise from thoughts, and if the mind is pure, the country is pure." These sentences and paragraphs not only reflect Master Taixu's profound understanding of Buddhism, but also show his unique way of expression and wisdom. I hope these contents can meet your needs and bring inspiration and insights to readers.
Author Introduction
Master Taixu, formerly known as Shi Taixu, is a famous Buddhist leader, Buddhist educator, Buddhist researcher and writer in modern China.< He devoted his life to the modernization, education and dissemination of Buddhism, which had a profound impact on the development of Chinese Buddhism.
Personal Basic Information Master Taixu (1890-1947), born in Hunan Province, China, is an important figure in modern Chinese Buddhism.
< He became a monk at an early age and later became a leader in the Buddhist reform movement.Education and Career Background Master Taixu has profound attainments in Buddhist education.
< He has taught in Buddhist colleges across China and founded the Chinese Buddhist Association in the 1920s, dedicated to promoting Buddhist education and reform.Writing Career Master Taixu's writing career is closely linked to his Buddhist education career.
< His works cover many fields such as Buddhist philosophy, Buddhist education, and Buddhist reform.His book "A Guide to Buddhist Studies" is one of his representative works, providing readers with an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Buddhism.<
Style and Themes of Works Master Taixu's works are easy to understand and simple to understand, aiming to convey the profound concepts of Buddhism to readers in an easy-to-understand way.
The themes of his works mostly revolve around the modernization, education and practice of Buddhism, emphasizing the integration of Buddhism with modern society.<
Personal life Master Taixu lived a simple life.
He devoted his life to Buddhism and did not pursue material life too much.< His living habits and code of conduct strictly followed the teachings of Buddhism.
Social influence Master Taixu's social influence is mainly reflected in his contribution to the reform of Buddhism.
< He advocated the integration of Buddhism with modern society and promoted the modernization of Buddhist education, which had an important impact on the development of Chinese Buddhism.Quotes and evaluations According to the evaluation of "Chinese Buddhism" magazine, Master Taixu was "a pioneer of modern Chinese Buddhist reform" and his works "are of great significance in promoting the modernization of Chinese Buddhism.
< " ### Latest developments Since Master Taixu died in 1947, there is no latest development.But his thoughts and works still have a profound impact on Chinese Buddhism.< In general, Master Taixu is a Buddhist leader and writer who has a profound influence on Chinese Buddhism.
His work "A Guide to Buddhist Studies" provides readers with an opportunity to gain a deeper understanding of Buddhism, and his educational philosophy and reform ideas still have a positive impact on Chinese Buddhism.
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