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Beyond Religion
188 pages, 2011
His Holiness the Dalai Lama, an internationally renowned advocate of religious harmony, has come up with a unique perspective on the importance of secular ethics: a way to live a peaceful and happy life that is not necessarily tied to religious beliefs.
His Holiness is known worldwide for his advocacy of human rights. He sees our world as encompassing people of diverse backgrounds and views. People need to be able to discuss differences openly without resorting to anger or intolerance. Rewritten in a tone from an expert on religion: Ten years ago, in Ethics for a New Millennium, the Dalai Lama offered a system of ethics based on nonreligious principles.
He supported this view by offering examples from multiple faith traditions that emphasized what he calls our shared ethical precepts. Based on these precepts, he argued that we can establish guidelines for how we live together peacefully and happily in our overlapping societies.
In Beyond Religion, he expounds on his views and goes beyond theories by linking practical methods with universal values. He proposes individual mental training (meditation) to expand one's capacity for compassion, empathy, and patience while simultaneously dealing with difficult circumstances like suffering and death.
In 'Beyond Religion', the 14th Dalai Lama explores the concept of secular ethics. He believes that compassion and understanding are not exclusive to religion, but are fundamental human values. He encourages us to look into our own hearts and minds to find the common ground of humanity.
The Dalai Lama emphasizes the importance of interfaith harmony. He suggests that we should respect and learn from all religions, not just our own. This book encourages us to research and explore different faiths to foster mutual understanding and peace.
One of the key takeaways from 'Beyond Religion' is the importance of inner peace. The Dalai Lama teaches that inner peace is the foundation for world peace. He encourages us to find peace within ourselves first, before trying to bring peace to the world.
The Dalai Lama believes that compassion and understanding are the keys to a happier and more peaceful world. In 'Beyond Religion', he encourages us to practice these values in our daily lives. He suggests that we should not just read about these concepts, but actually implement them in our lives.
In this book, the Dalai Lama explores the role of education in promoting secular ethics. He believes that education should not just be about acquiring knowledge, but also about developing a compassionate and understanding heart. He encourages us to see education as a tool for personal and societal transformation.
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Beyond Religion is a profound journey into the heart of humanity's shared values, guided by one of our greatest spiritual leaders, the Dalai Lama.
Desmond Tutu - Anti-apartheid ActivistThe Dalai Lama's Beyond Religion is a call to all to rise above personal beliefs and embrace a shared moral code that can bring us together as a global community.
Thich Nhat Hanh - Zen Buddhism MasterBeyond Religion is a powerful exploration of how we can transcend our divisive cultures, religions, and politics, and come together to solve the problems that confront us all.
Karen Armstrong - Religious HistorianIn Beyond Religion, the Dalai Lama brings a universal message of compassion that can help us to navigate these turbulent times.
Deepak Chopra - Alternative Medicine AdvocateBeyond Religion is a testament to the Dalai Lama's vision of a world united by common spiritual values.
Eckhart Tolle - Spiritual Teacher