Overview

The Essential Sangharakshita was first published by Wisdom Publications in 2009. It is an anthology, arranged according to the pattern of a mandala, drawn from Sangharakshita's writings in many genres and covering many aspects of Buddhist life and practice, and expressing the author's deep knowledge and love of the Buddhist tradition and of Western culture. Full of images and symbols, personal and traditional stories, logical arguments, poems, and explanations, communicated clearly, accessibly, and warmly, there is something here to give any reader an entrance to the world of the Dharma.

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'His contribution to the transmission of Dharma from East to West has been immense.' - Professor Damien Keown, University of London 'I have always looked to Sangharakshita's books for inspiration and ideas on how to better translate the principles and practices of Buddhism for Western audiences and practitioners today.' Lama Surya Das, author of Never Turn Away 'Sangharakshita offers a rare combination of historical knowledge, cross-cultural awareness, and spiritual insight.' Professor Alan Sponberg, University of Montana 'There is a great deal of depth and subtlety in his presentation.' - Rigdzin Shikpo, author of Never Turn Away

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Sangharakshita (1925-2018) was the founder of the Triratna Buddhist Community, a worldwide movement. He had a lifetime of teaching and writing, and continues to be Triratna's principal teacher and guide.

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