The Opening of the Wisdom-Eye: And the History of the Advancement of Buddhadharma in Tibet [Paperback]

His Holiness the Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso (Author)

Book Description

Publication Date: January 1, 1966

Mahayana Buddhism explained by the present day spiritual leader of Tibetan Buddhism, H. H. the Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso, in his first English-language book. "This overview..is notable for its completeness and clarity."---Katherine Rogers, author of The Garland of Mahamudra Practices. His Holiness the 14th Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso, is both the head of state and the spiritual leader of Tibet.

Product Details

• Paperback: 193 pages
• Publisher: Quest Books (January 1, 1966)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 0835605493
• ISBN-13: 978-0835605496
• Product Dimensions: 8.1 x 5.2 x 0.3 inches
• Shipping Weight: 9.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.5 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (2 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,330,207 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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32 of 33 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars Deep insight into the teachings of Tibetan Buddhism, February 18, 1999

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Marc Kurtzman (Florida) - See all my reviews

This review is from: The Opening of the Wisdom-Eye: And the History of the Advancement of Buddhadharma in Tibet (Paperback)

This book is for anyone who wants great insight into Tibetan Buddhism.For those who were disappointed with introduction books to Buddhism, H.H. Dalai Lama gets in depth into the paths, teachings, and practices in Buddhism.It is a very detailed book and teaches Buddhism in depth and not in an overview fashion. Very insightful and I was able to learn a vast amount of knowledge from reading this book. H.H. Dalai Lama, I feel is an amazing writer and is a source of compassion and knowledge for anyone. If you would like to know more about Buddhism than just an overview and ways to cultivate the wisdom inside of you, I would say this is the book for you.

3 of 3 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Words of the Buddha, no frills, April 10, 2010

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Farshad Rezai - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Opening of the Wisdom-Eye: And the History of the Advancement of Buddhadharma in Tibet (Paperback)

I like this book because it is well organized, no fills and thorough. Authoritative writer, respected and experienced. For a clear overview of Buddhism as taught by the Buddha, this is an ideal starting (and ending) place. Lots of lists which makes it look simple and clear.