I'm interesting in learning about and practicing the brahmaviharas. Can anyone recommend any good books on the subject?
With metta,
Chris
Books on the Brahmaviharas?
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The Four Sublime States by Nyanaponika Thera
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Brahmavihara Dhamma by Mahasi Sayadaw:
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There is also a PDF version:Modus.Ponens wrote:Brahmavihara Dhamma by Mahasi Sayadaw:
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Sharon Salzberg's book Lovingkindness: The Revolutionary Art of Happiness is also useful.
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Mike
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In terms of practicing, Sharon Salzberg's Loving-kindness is very accessible. She lays out the instructions pretty simply and clearly. I liked Alan Wallace's The Four Immeasurables for a further discussion of them.
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broad view, boundless heart
by ajahn's pasanno and amaro
by ajahn's pasanno and amaro
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the mountain may be heavy in and of itself, but if you're not trying to carry it it's not heavy to you- Ajaan Suwat
the mountain may be heavy in and of itself, but if you're not trying to carry it it's not heavy to you- Ajaan Suwat