Dhamma Wisdom – The Flowering of the Wisdom of Compassion

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“Dhamma Wisdom” by Lama Sonam Dhagpo – Ian Hackett

Dhamma Wisdom is a comprehensive guide and exploration of the Theravāda Dhamma Knowledge System. The book delves into traditional Theravadin Buddhism, offering a unique socio-ecological perspective. It covers various aspects of Buddhist thought and mind training from the Theravadin tradition, making it a valuable resource for those interested in Buddhism and the Buddha-Dhamma.

At the heart of this book is the Theravāda Dhamma Pūjā by Tig-Le House Practitioners, a meditative practice text that serves as a condensed expression of Buddha’s teachings. The Pūjā features prayers and contemplations written in Pāli, accompanied by poetic English translations, highlighting the text’s distinctive beauty while offering readers a fresh, modern perspective on traditional teachings.

The book expands on the Pūjā with commentary illuminating core principles of Refuge, mindfulness, ethical conduct, and teachings supporting the cultivation of the wisdom of compassion. These elements are cornerstones of the Theravāda tradition, emphasising the importance of practice merging with personal experience, acting as encouragement and a catalyst for insight on the Path of awakening into peacefulness.

Dhamma Wisdom also explores the interconnectedness of all life forms, emphasising our place within the ecological fabric of the world. Readers are invited to expand their mindfulness practice to include ethical responses to life’s ecology and their role within it. The teachings aim to minimise harm, foster harmony, and cultivate enduring peace by addressing the attachments and sufferings of saṃsāra.

Overall, the book is both a practical guide and a valuable resource for personal and group study. It encourages practice, investigation, and teacher-student dialogue to foster a nuanced understanding of Buddha-Dhamma, work towards harmony for life and living, and cultivate an all-inclusive, robust, enduring living peace and Refuge.

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