An updated handbook for the Refuge Tree of the Triratna Buddhist Order. Kulananda introduces the buddhas, bodhisattvas and human practitioners visualised in the Going for Refuge and Prostration Practice. This new edition includes Dr Ambedkar and Anagarika Dharmapala, with updated images from Aloka.
The Refugee Tree serves as a powerful symbol in a transformative meditation practice, encouraging individuals to connect with their deepest values. Engaging with this symbol fosters a journey towards Enlightenment, emphasizing the importance of compassion and understanding for the benefit of all beings.
Exploring profound existential questions, the book delves into the Buddhist concept of the Wheel of Life, a powerful symbol that encapsulates the nature of existence. Through vivid illustrations and insightful commentary, Kulananda reveals how this representation serves as a reflective tool, allowing readers to examine the limitations and patterns that govern their lives. By engaging with its teachings, individuals can uncover pathways to liberation, transforming their understanding of happiness, suffering, and the essence of self.
Author addresses and explores many fundamental Buddhist concepts, including the relationships between consciousness and reality, ourselves and the world.