Entering the Stream: An Introduction to the Buddha and His Teachings

Entering the Stream: An Introduction to the Buddha and His Teachings by Samuel Bercholz. paperback edition. ISBN: 9780877739814.

The grandeur, simplicity, and freshness of the 2,500-year-old tradition of Buddhism are reflected in this collection of writings intended as a primer for newcomers to the subject as well as a reference for those familiar with Buddhism. The selections include: • The story of the Buddhas life. • A concise historical background. • Key writings of Theravada, Mahayana, Zen, and Tibetan Buddhism. • Meditation instructions. • A Buddhist explanation of reincarnation. • Simple explanations of terms. • A pictorial survey of Buddhist art and architecture.