Heart Enlightenment

Ricard has selected and translated some of the most profound and inspiring teachings from across these traditions. The selected teachings are taken from the sources of the traditions, including the Buddha himself, Nagarjuna, Guru Rinpoche, Atisha, Shantideva, and Asanga; from great masters of the past, including Thogme Zangpo, the Fifth Dalai Lama, Milarepa, Longchenpa, and Sakya Pandita; and from contemporary masters, including the Fourteenth Dalai Lama and Mingyur Rinpoche.

When does enlightenment come? At the end of the spiritual journey? Or the beginning? On After the Ecstasy, the Laundry, Jack Kornfield—author of the modern classic on American Buddhism, A Path with Heart—brings into focus the truth about satori, the awakened state of consciousness, and...

A magisterial history that recasts the Enlightenment as a period not solely consumed with rationale and reason, but rather as a pursuit of practical means to achieve greater human happiness. One of the formative periods of European and world history, the Enlightenment is the fountainhead of...

Are you searching for a way to bring more peace and wisdom into your life? Diamond Sutra and the Heart Sutra for Beginners: Pathways to Inner Peace and Enlightenment is your gateway to understanding two of the most revered texts in Buddhism—brought to life in clear, practical language for modern readers. Discover timeless wisdom that has transformed lives for centuries. These sutras are more than ancient texts; they offer profound lessons on compassion, mindfulness, and letting go of attachment, helping you navigate today’s challenges with clarity and peace of mind. Learn to see beyond ...

Lost Enlightenment recounts how, between the years 800 and 1200, Central Asia led the world in trade and economic development, the size and sophistication of its cities, the refinement of its arts, and, above all, in the advancement of knowledge in many fields. Central Asians achieved signal breakthroughs in astronomy, mathematics, geology, medicine, chemistry, music, social science, philosophy, and theology, among other subjects.

Love might not be what we think it is. We all seek the happiness that comes from loving and being loved, yet we often find ourselves dissatisfied in our relationships and unable to grasp the cause. Thich Nhat Hanh here shows the way to overcome our recurrent obstacles to love--by learning to be...

Are you tired of feeling overwhelmed, stressed, and stuck in a cycle of low energy, anxiety, and fear? There is a powerful, often overlooked solution to these challenges: the hidden power within your heart. For centuries, ancient wisdom has recognized the heart as a power center, a gateway to...

From a spiritual master unlike any, a spiritual masterpiece like no other. AUTHOR, TEACHER AND SPIRITUAL MASTER Jed McKenna tells it like it's never been told before. A true American original, Jed succeeds where countless others have failed by reducing this highest of attainments — Spiritual Enlightenment — to the simplest of terms. Effectively demystifying the mystical, Jed astonishes the reader not by adding to the world's collected spiritual wisdom, but by taking the spirituality out of spiritual enlightenment. Never before has this elusive topic been treated in so engaging and ...

Deepen your practice with this audio journey into the source-language teachings of yoga Yoga practitioners know there’s more to the path than asana, or physical postures—but how do we access the deeper wisdom of yogic philosophy? More than 2,000 years ago, the legendary master Patanjali...

A BEST BOOK OF THE YEAR: NPR, Telegraph, Washington Post, The New Yorker. LONGLISTED FOR THE BOOKER PRIZE. “Like A.S. Byatt’s Possession, Enlightenment is a baroque, genre-bending novel of ideas, ghosts and hidden histories. A richly layered epic....a heartfelt paean to the consolations of...

The Heart Gate: Unlocking the Hidden Power Within Beneath the noise of the world lies a secret doorway — a gate of light and fire at the center of your being. Known to mystics, sages, and initiates across time, this inner gate is more than metaphor. It is the passage to your truest self, the fountain of love, power, and divine connection. The Heart Gate guides you step by step into this mystery. Through rituals, visualizations, and protective practices, Isaac Worthy shows how to open and strengthen the heart center, circulate spiritual energy, and awaken the radiant force hidden within. ...

“Ram Dass lived a full life and then some. His final statement is thorough and, yes, enlightening.” —Kirkus Reviews Perhaps no other teacher has sparked the fires of as many spiritual seekers in the West as Ram Dass. If you’ve ever embraced the phrase “be here now,” practiced...

As the heart, so is the life. The within is ceaselessly becoming the without. Nothing remains unrevealed. That which is hidden is but for a time; it ripens and comes forth at last. Seed, tree, blossom, and fruit are the fourfold order of the universe. From the state of a man’s heart proceed the conditions of his life. His thoughts blossom into deeds; and his deeds bear the fruitage of character and destiny.

With a rich history stretching back over 2,500 years, Buddhism has been described both as a system of psychology and a philosophy for living. Yet most of us think of it as a religion. What is Buddhism? How is it practiced? Can it help you today? On The Beginner's Guide to Buddhism, author and...

Embark on a profound spiritual journey with the "Journey to Enlightenment Bundle." This 2-in-1 audiobook collection delves into the core teachings and wisdom of Buddhism, guiding you towards inner peace, spiritual awakening, and harmony.

Check in for peace. Check out for good. Hidden deep in the Balinese rainforest in Ubud lies the Samsarana Wellness Resort — a paradise for anyone restless. Yoga at dawn, silence at sunset, and a promise to wash away the past. But when guests arrive for their week of renewal, they soon learn that serenity has a price. Their every indulgence is judged. Their every secret, exposed. And the resort’s enigmatic meditation teacher believes karma isn’t an idea — it’s a sentence. As guests begin his class, whispers echo through the jungle: maybe it’s the spirits. Maybe it’s the ...

A little guide to cultivating tsewa: the loving warmth of heart from which the awakened mind arises--from the popular Buddhist teacher and author of The Intelligent Heart. This is a call to a revolution of heart. In Tibetan Buddhism, it is taught that one of the most essential qualities of...

Have you ever wondered when you will “get it?” Enlightenment, that is. You've read spiritual books and you've visited enlightened teachers. Enlightened teachers aren’t trying to convey information, though, so in a way there is nothing to “get.” These teachers are trying to convey a feeling. You don’t puzzle out a feeling – you catch its vibe or you get on its wavelength. You can’t think your way to this state, but you can find it in the same way that people who are good at finding four-leaf clovers find a four-leaf clover - by trusting it’s there. This book explores the ...

Discover the answers to some of the most profound questions about the human experience with this book that “will take you beyond the boundaries of your own conditioning to true spiritual freedom” (Deepak Chopra). From the #1 New York Times bestselling author of The Seat of the Soul. Soul to...

What If Everything You've Been Taught About Enlightenment Is not the only path? What if the secret to a joyful, fearless, and awakened life isn't found in more meditation, more study, or more striving… but in the lifeforce within? At 50, Donald Hwong walked away from a legendary Silicon Valley career—having helped pioneer the world's first microprocessor—because he discovered a terrifying truth: Our greatest creations are making us lazier, and our pursuit of knowledge is making us more ignorant. After decades immersed in the high-tech boom, he turned inward to his Chinese roots and ...