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Buddhist Meditation Books

Meditation is a complex, integrated process that requires a great deal of advance preparation; and in learning the ideal positions and techniques that are right for you, it may be helpful to consult some top quality Buddhist meditation books.

True, a book can’t tell you exactly why you should meditate; the reasons that you adapt this time-honored practice should come from deep within your heart, and be related directly to your quest for personal and spiritual enlightenment.

In addition, a book won’t tell you just how you should meditate. The precise positions and techniques that you choose will depend on your personal comfort level; and, even more important, on just what you want to achieve as a meditator.

So why, then, should you lay down your hard-earned cash on a meditation book? To put it simply, a book of this sort can be your best friend when you first start to meditate. It can tell you what to expect from the meditation experience, the history and theory of Buddhism, and the best ways to sit, think, dress, and even eat in preparation for this process.

A Buddhist meditation book also can serve to psych you up for meditation, inspiring and encouraging you along your path of enlightenment. A really good book might even take the place of an instructor or group session; and, unlike a class, you can pick up and put down a meditation book anytime, in accordance with your schedule and personal needs.

When choosing a Buddhist meditation book, be sure to research the author of any text that you consider. You may wish to buy a book written by a monk or a longtime instructor; or you may select a text written by a newcomer to the meditation field, in order to get a fresh perspective on the practice of meditation.

Make sure also that the book is written using language and terms that you understand; for no matter how beautifully a book is composed or illustrated, its copy will be of little use to one who doesn’t understand it. Of course, as time goes on and your experience grows, you may wish to advance to more sophisticated books with more difficult language.

You might also choose a book that has helpful illustrations to guide your way. Sometimes a picture says a thousand words; and an in-depth illustration of meditative positions can be replicated and duplicated to suit your needs.

Buddhist meditation books just may be the ultimate resource for today’s meditator, whether he/she is embarking on their meditative journey or seeking to refine their skills in this area. Why wait to try an experience that just may change your life? Check out some good Buddhist meditation books today.

About the Author

Rasmus Lindgren has practiced meditation for several years. You can read more about Buddhist Meditation books on his website. He has also created a free course in Buddhist Meditation targeted at beginners.

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Introduction to Buddhist Meditation $33.94 Sarah Shaw’s lively introduction to Buddhist meditation offers students and practitioners alike a deeper understanding of what meditation is, and its purpose and place in the context of different Buddhist schools. She describes the historical background to the geographical spread of Buddhism, and examines the way in which some meditative practices developed as this process occurred. Other chapters cover basic meditative practice, types of meditation, meditation in different regions, meditation and doctrine, and the role of chanting within meditation. Although not a practical guide, An Introduction to Buddhist Meditation outlines the procedures associated with Buddhist practices and suggests appropriate activities, useful both for students and interested Buddhists. Vivid quotations from Buddhist texts and carefully selected photographs and diagrams help the reader engage fully with this fascinating subject. Sarah Shaw teaches for the Oxford University Department for Continuing Education and practises with the Samatha Association of Britain. She is the translator of Buddhist Meditation: An Anthology of Texts from the Pali Canon (Routledge 2006). Georgios Halkias is Visiting Associate Researcher at the Faculty of Oriental Studies, University of Oxford.

Meditation, the Buddhist Way $16.91 Why meditate? To let go of stress? To become more focused? To fathom life’s mysteries? Buddhism is well-known for its meditation practices which are non-theistic, practical but profound. Whatever our purpose, Jinananda is a clear, experienced and friendly guide who can help us start meditating – right now. Find everything you need to begin your exploration of meditation: how to sit and simple instructions for two traditional practices that develop clarity, peace of mind and positive emotions. This guide also includes troubleshooting tips and ideas on how to take practice further. Jinananda is an English-born, London-based Buddhist teacher with 30 years of personal meditation practice.

Experience Beyond Thinking: A Practical Guide to Buddhist Meditation $15.68 A "primer" in the method and practice of Buddhist meditation, this book derivers exactly what it promises — an imminently practical meditation guide. Diana St. Ruth doesn’t altogether ignore the theories behind the method, but neither does she dwell upon them. The book is intended for people who wish to experience the richness of meditation without getting caught up in too much intellectualizing. It is an excellent starting point for those who would like an overview of Buddhist Meditation.

The Experience of Insight: A Simple and Direct Guide to Buddhist Meditation $3.94 Here is a modern classic of unusually clear, practical instruction for the practice of Buddhist meditation: sitting and walking meditation, how one relates with the breath, feelings, thought, sense perceptions, consciousness, and everyday activities. Basic Buddhist topics such as the nature of karma, the four noble truths, the factors of enlightenment, dependent origination, and devotion are discussed.

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