Offerings: Buddhist Wisdom for Every Day (Offerings for Humanity) [Hardcover]

Danielle Föllmi (Author), Olivier Föllmi (Author)

Book Description

Series: Offerings for Humanity | Publication Date: October 1, 2003

A book to contemplate each day, Offerings is a deeply thoughtful collection of wisdom and knowledge from the masters of Tibetan Buddhism. Three-hundred sixty-five photographs by Olivier Föllmi present an evocative new image every day-each accompanied by a choice Buddhist quote. This spiritual advice, which is suited to people of any belief or religious tradition, is organized into 52 themes, including spirituality, ancestors, money, trust, and dependence.

Danielle and Olivier Föllmi share a message of peace and hope in this new book. Through subjects that preoccupy us today, the masters of Tibetan Buddhist thought-including His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Kalu Rinpoche, Chogyam Trungpa, Shabkar, Jack Kornfield, and Arnaud Desjardins-convey to us their vision of existence. Their collective and individual vision celebrates humanity and encourages continual self-improvement.

Editorial Reviews

From Publishers Weekly

Weighing in at four and a half pounds, Danielle and Oliver Fallmi's book Offerings: Buddhist Wisdom for Every Day is a bit heavy for a bedside devotional. However, it is visually stunning, with 365 color photographs of Tibetan Buddhists at work and worship amidst the natural beauty of Asia. There is a short quote for each day, many from traditional Buddhist texts and others from contemporary teachers such as Jack Kornfield, Pema Chidren and the 14th Dalai Lama. The quotes and photos are organized into 52 weekly themes, including impermanence, clarity of mind and change.
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About the Author

Danielle and Olivier Föllmi divide their time between the Alps and the Himalayas. Olivier's photographs of the Himalayas have been seen around the world and have won the prestigious World Press Photo Prize. Danielle is a doctor and intensive-care team member who has established nutrition and sanitation programs in many Tibetan schools. The Föllmis are the founders of HOPE, an association dedicated to education in the Himalayas. They are the authors of 14 books that have promoted the heritage of the Tibetan world, and are the official photographers of the Dalai Lama.

Product Details

• Hardcover: 744 pages
• Publisher: Stewart, Tabori and Chang (October 1, 2003)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1584793155
• ISBN-13: 978-1584793151
• Product Dimensions: 9 x 5.7 x 2.2 inches
• Shipping Weight: 3.8 pounds (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (35 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #35,105 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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38 of 38 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A world of compassion, November 28, 2003

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muriel Geny-Triffaut (Princeton Jct, NJ USA) - See all my reviews

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I love this book. It was recently given to me as a birthday present and has become a way for me to reflect and start my day. Every morning I sit and open the page related to the same day. The photographs are stunning and although the book is heavy, the format makes it different, unforgettable among other books by its shape and beautiful cover photograph.
If you are one who believes in compassion, kindness and truthfulness about oneself's divine nature, then this book is for you. Enjoy!

20 of 20 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful in quality and substance, December 29, 2004

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Tee (Sedro Woolley, WA USA) - See all my reviews

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I was given this book as a Christmas gift (turns out Santa does leave presents under the Bodhi tree ^^) from a family friend and I simply adore it. The quality of the book is great, it is very sturdy, printed on high quality paper; the photographs contained inside are simply beautiful, and the quotes are inspiring and insightful. A wonderful book, I'm very glad to have gotten it.

Today's quote:
"Remember these teachings, remember the clear light, the pure bright shining white light of your own nature. It is deathless."

9 of 9 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Offerings: Buddhist Wisdom for Every Day, August 16, 2005

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The photography in the book is beautiful. It captures the essence of life in the faces of the people and in the landscape of the country. The photos are the heart of the book. The daily inspirations are like hands guiding you towards an inner happiness and peace - leading you towards buddahood. The words are the soul of the book.