Western Seeker Eastern Paths: Exploring Buddhism Hinduism Taoism & Tantra

About this book

2004 COVR AWARD-WINNER! Approaching the Eastern path is to embrace mystery-to accept that there is much beyond our ability to understand. Western Seeker Eastern Paths helps Westerners explore the philosophical underpinnings of Buddhism Hinduism Taoism and Tantra and offers specific practices meditations and techniques for implementing these mystical teachings into your life. The Eastern paths embrace the subtle realms of consciousness beyond the rational mind. You will learn techniques for gaining a peaceful mind to access the inspiration that comes from following spirit and to experience the depth of meaning by listening to the needs of the soul. Selling Features: Presents the core beliefs and practices of four major Eastern traditions for the Western spiritual seeker Surveys Buddhism Hinduism Taoism and Tantra Includes meditations and other practices the Western spiritual seeker can incorporate into his or her own spiritual practice Makes comparative religions accessible to a wide audience