Seeing the Way represents the teachings of the first generation of monks and nuns from the international Theravada ‘Forest Tradition’. The book begins with an introduction and dedication to Ajahn Chah and follows on with two sessions of instruction given to Western students. The remainder is a collection of transcribed talks, letters, and essays by 20 teaching monks of this tradition. Some have remained as abbots of monasteries in Thailand; others are now living in England, Switzerland, Australia and New Zealand. In keeping with the Buddha’s own Teachings, these reflections on Dhamma – the Truth of the Way Things Are – are not intended to be accepted too readily. Neither are they to be rejected. Rather, they are offered for consideration. They are also offered as an on-going expression of gratitude for what has been received – the living example of the Way of Truth itself. For these monks it has been the opportunity to witness the life of a great Master, who awakened the ‘heart of true faith’ in so many. It is sincerely wished that these teachings bring to fruition true happiness, true ‘Refuge’, and true peace in the hearts of those who look into them.
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Seeing the Way Vol I
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I am quite old and so do not read e books
I have a hard copy of Seeing the Way Volume 2 but am wondering if Seeing the Way Volume one is available
I am a Buddhist Studies student on the MA course in South Wales
My dissertation is on why people become attracted to Buddhism which is why the book looks helpful
best wishes with metta
Dr Richard Bainbridge
3 Barns Close
Holton
Oxford OX33 1QB
Vol1 link also enables download of Vol2.
Vol1 may kindly be provided
Links to volume and two both takes us to the 2nd volume.