
The Web of Buddhist Wisdom
An Introduction to the Psychology of the Abhidhamma
Frits Koster(Author)
Silkworm Books (Publisher)
Published on 3. July 2017
Book
Paperback/Softback
254 pages
978-616-215-109-5 (ISBN)
Description
Long before the advent of modern psychology, Buddhism offered ways to understand body and mind through introspection and meditation. These efforts yielded a thorough and detailed classification and analysis of mental and physical phenomena, known as the Abhidhamma.
The Web of Buddhist Wisdom is a clear and accessible explanation of important themes of the Abhidhamma, such as consciousness, mental concomitants, physicality, and the experience of Enlightenment. In addition, he addresses the law of kamma, the process of dying and rebirth, the four Noble Truths and the value of the Abhidhamma. This is a rich and accessible guide for anyone who is interested in the workings of the human mind. It offers a clear and simple acquaintance with the world of the Abhidhamma, an old yet very accurate mirror of our existence.
The Web of Buddhist Wisdom is a clear and accessible explanation of important themes of the Abhidhamma, such as consciousness, mental concomitants, physicality, and the experience of Enlightenment. In addition, he addresses the law of kamma, the process of dying and rebirth, the four Noble Truths and the value of the Abhidhamma. This is a rich and accessible guide for anyone who is interested in the workings of the human mind. It offers a clear and simple acquaintance with the world of the Abhidhamma, an old yet very accurate mirror of our existence.
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Series
Language
English
Place of publication
Chiang Mai
Thailand
Publishing group
Silkworm Books / Trasvin Publications LP
Target group
Professional and scholarly
Product notice
Paperback (trade)
Dimensions
Height: 211 mm
Width: 139 mm
Thickness: 17 mm
Weight
328 gr
ISBN-13
978-616-215-109-5 (9786162151095)
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Person
Frits Koster teaches vipassana meditation and mindfulness across Europe. He has written several books on Buddhist philosophy and mindfulness.