Matthieu Ricard trained as a molecular biologist, working in the lab of a Nobel prize—winning scientist, but when he read some Buddhist philosophy, he became drawn to Buddhism. Eventually he left his life in science to study with Tibetan tea...

"First control yourself before attempting to control others." -- Gichin Funakoshi The Twenty Precepts of Gichin Funakoshi distills the lifetime wisdom of the Father of Modern Karate into 20 simple statements. Karate beginners can recite the s...

Students and teachers of Chinese history and philosophy will not want to miss Daniel Gardner's accessible translation of the teachings of Chu Hsi (1130-1200)-a luminary of the Confucian tradition who dominated Chinese intellectual life for centuri...

With a postscript describing SEAL efforts in Afghanistan, The Warrior Elite takes you into the toughest, longest, and most relentless military training in the world. What does it take to become a Navy SEAL? What makes talented, intelligent young...

Jnanasrimitra (975-1025) was regarded by both Buddhists and non-Buddhists as the most important Indian philosopher of his generation. His theory of exclusion combined a philosophy of language with a theory of conceptual content to explore the natu...

Anime and Philosophy focuses on some of the most-loved, most-intriguing anime films and series, as well as lesser-known works, to find what lies at their core. Astro Boy, Dragon Ball Z, Ghost in the Shell, and Spirited Away are just a few of the f...

In this unique book, visionary scientist Peter Russell updates his classic 1998 manifesto for awakening to the mounting planetary crisis--even while deepening our connection to inner tranquility. Amid fears of ecological catastrophe and political ...

With Deep Meditation and the rise of inner silence, we find an increasing ability to observe our thoughts as objects. Self-Inquiry provides practical methods for making use of our inner witness in daily activity and relationships, resulting in in...

Yoga opens the doorway between our outer and inner reality, leading us to Oneness and Joy in all aspects of life. Our nervous system is the doorway... Advanced Yoga Practices (AYP), Volume 2 refines and enhances the core practices presented in ...

Key Concepts in Eastern Philosophy provides a comprehensive survey of all the major themes encountered in the religious and philosophical traditions of Asia and the Islamic world, from Buddhism to Zoroastrianism.