Yet Another New Student

Jude

Hello All. I have always been interested in Buddhism but recently needed to find out more. I've just read a great book by Steve Hagan, called 'Buddhism plain and simple'. It's been a huge help in furthering my understanding of the basic principles. The Buddhist 'path seems to fit my feelings about life and the universe. I hope I'll glean a lot more knowledge from this lovely forum. Thanks to all in advance!

srivijaya

Welcome Jude. I've never read the book you quote but it sounds as if it has inspired you, which is good. I think there are as many opinions on topics as there are Buddhists with them, so keep on following your feelings - the inner guru. Only he can get you there in the end.

Kris

KnightofBuddha

I'm familiar with Hagen's books. I have a few myself including the one you mentioned. Good intro to Buddhism.

OneSunTemple

The "Compass Of Zen" by Seung Sahn is a good book .. "Osho on Zen" is a fun down to earth book .. a fast easy read ... and many of the books by the Dalai Lama are interesting .. including "The Universe In A Single Atom" .. a comparision of scientific and buddhist ideas.

By all means check out the Dalai lama's youtube on "The Four Noble Truths" .. it is well done .. detailed and absolutely FREE.

Cheers ...

Magwang

Interesting choice of words - that you needed to find out more.

Welcome! This is a good forum - feel free to ask questions and you'll find people here are very helpful.

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Jude

Hello all who kindly welcomed me. Sorry it took a while to reply but I've been away. Thanks OneSon Temple for your recommendations - I've checked them out and will be reading more.
Best Wishes
Jude

Brigid

Hi, Jude. Welcome to the board! It's lovely to meet you.

federica

srivijaya wrote: »

.....so keep on following your feelings - the inner guru. Only he can get you there in the end.

Kris

Or 'she'... even.... :D