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Hagakure - The Book of the Samurai (Hardcover): Yamamoto Tsunetomo Hagakure - The Book of the Samurai (Hardcover)
Yamamoto Tsunetomo
R609 Discovery Miles 6 090 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Zen and Zen Classics (Volume Two) - History of Zen (Paperback): R.H. Blyth Zen and Zen Classics (Volume Two) - History of Zen (Paperback)
R.H. Blyth
R550 Discovery Miles 5 500 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Annotated Ashtavakra Gita (Large Print Edition) (Large print, Hardcover, Large type / large print edition): Andras M Nagy Annotated Ashtavakra Gita (Large Print Edition) (Large print, Hardcover, Large type / large print edition)
Andras M Nagy; Translated by John Richards
R479 Discovery Miles 4 790 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
The Way of the Living Sword - The Secret Teachings of Yagyu Munenori (Paperback): Yagyu Munenori, D. E. Tarver The Way of the Living Sword - The Secret Teachings of Yagyu Munenori (Paperback)
Yagyu Munenori, D. E. Tarver
R254 R208 Discovery Miles 2 080 Save R46 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

"The Way of the Living Sword" is the final installment in D.E. Tarver's popular "Warrior Series," It stands beside "The Book of Five Rings" by Miyamoto Musashi as one of the greatest writings of the warrior mind.

In "The Way of the Living Sword," Munenori gives an in-depth explanation of the connection between physical martial arts and the mental process of Zen. While Munenori and Musashi were both avid students of Zen, Munenori was more fascinated by the academic aspects of the philosophy.

Munenori stretches the consciousness of even the most enlightened martial artist. Martial arts devotees will experience many flashes of revelation as Tarver explores the various aspects of Munenori's approach.

Read and grow!

Taoism - The Enduring Tradition (Paperback, New): Russell Kirkland Taoism - The Enduring Tradition (Paperback, New)
Russell Kirkland; Foreword by Norman J. Girardot
R1,175 Discovery Miles 11 750 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This clear and reliable introduction to Taoism (also known as Daoism) brings a fresh dimension to a tradition that has found a natural place in Western society. Examining Taoist sacred texts together with current scholarship, it surveys Taoism's ancient roots, contemporary heritage and role in daily life.
From Taoism's spiritual philosophy to its practical perspectives on life and death, self-cultivation, morality, society, leadership and gender, Russell Kirkland's essential guide reveals the real contexts behind concepts such as Feng Shui and Tai Chi.

The Other Shore - A New Translation of the Heart Sutra with Commentaries (Paperback, Revised ed.): Thich Nhat Hanh The Other Shore - A New Translation of the Heart Sutra with Commentaries (Paperback, Revised ed.)
Thich Nhat Hanh
R360 R307 Discovery Miles 3 070 Save R53 (15%) Ships in 12 - 17 working days
Tao - A New Way of Thinking - A Translation of the Tao Te Ching with an Introduction and Commentaries (Paperback): Chung Yuan... Tao - A New Way of Thinking - A Translation of the Tao Te Ching with an Introduction and Commentaries (Paperback)
Chung Yuan Chang
R442 Discovery Miles 4 420 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This exceptional translation of the Tao Te Ching by Chinese scholar Chung-yuan Chang reveals the true wisdom and beauty of this ancient Chinese text. Traditionally attributed to Taoist philosopher Lao Tzu, the Tao Te Ching remains relevant worldwide today, more than two thousand years after it was written. This translation of the Taoist text, with Chang's accompanying commentaries, illuminates the real meaning of the Tao Te Ching and makes this Chinese classic both accessible and relevant to modern ways of thinking, without any reduction of the complex thought within its pages. Chang Chung-yuan is unique in his approach and his introduction and commentaries place the Taoist text in the context of Western metaphysics, making reference to Heidegger, Hegel, Schopenhauer, Jung, Plato, Kant and Nietzsche, as well as capturing the context within which Taoism came to the West. Tao: A New Way of Thinking will be fascinating to anyone with an interest in Taoism and will be particularly appealing to those interested in comparative philosophy.

The Flower Adornment Sutra - Volume Two - An Annotated Translation of the Avata?saka Sutra with A Commentarial Synopsis of the... The Flower Adornment Sutra - Volume Two - An Annotated Translation of the Avataṃsaka Sutra with A Commentarial Synopsis of the Flower Adornment Sutra (Paperback)
Bhikshu Dharmamitra, Tripitaka Master Śikṣānanda
R825 Discovery Miles 8 250 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
A Zen Life of Buddha (Paperback): Rafe Martin A Zen Life of Buddha (Paperback)
Rafe Martin
R483 R414 Discovery Miles 4 140 Save R69 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Happiness and Goodness - Philosophical Reflections on Living Well (Paperback): Steven M Cahn, Christine Vitrano Happiness and Goodness - Philosophical Reflections on Living Well (Paperback)
Steven M Cahn, Christine Vitrano; Foreword by Robert Talisse
R507 R416 Discovery Miles 4 160 Save R91 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

How should we evaluate the success of each person's life? Countering the prevalent philosophical perspective on the subject, Steven M. Cahn and Christine Vitrano defend the view that our well-being is dependent not on particular activities, accomplishments, or awards but on finding personal satisfaction while treating others with due concern. The authors suggest that moral behavior is not necessary for happiness and does not ensure it. Yet they also argue that morality and happiness are needed for living well, and together suffice to achieve that goal. Cahn and Vitrano link their position to elements within both the Hellenistic and Hebraic traditions, in particular the views of Epicurus and lessons found in the Book of Ecclesiastes. Written in an accessible style and illustrated with incisive vignettes drawn from history, literature, films, and everyday life, Happiness and Goodness is a compelling work of philosophy for anyone who seeks to understand the nature of a good life.

Guided Relaxation - Your essential guide to creating calm (Paperback): Katie Brown Guided Relaxation - Your essential guide to creating calm (Paperback)
Katie Brown
R618 Discovery Miles 6 180 Ships in 9 - 15 working days

A treat for the mind, body and spirit! Step inside the pages of this book to discover a world of tranquility and calm. You will be guided on an internal journey to quieten the mind, release tension, and create peace and well-being. This book is an ideal resource for yoga teachers and health professionals, but also anyone who wants to enjoy the benefits of deep relaxation - particularly those in stressful professions and work environments. It includes: over 30 guided relaxation scripts; an easy to follow guide to conscious relaxation; soothing breathing techniques; and a clear explanation of the benefits you'll experience. Integrating ideas from wisdom traditions such as yoga, Ayurveda and traditional Chinese medicine with contemporary thinking, the author's depth of knowledge and experience shine through the pages, yet the tone is always friendly and accessible. A powerful tool to manage stress or mild anxiety and depression, dive in to start looking after yourself now. "Katie Brown's book, Guided Relaxation, not only teaches us how to relax, it also shows us how in clear, friendly, and accessible words and illustrations. An essential book in the modern world. It will uplift your spirits and take you home to a sense of ease and rest." Judith Hanson Lasater, Ph.D, PT, yoga teacher since 1971, and the author of 11 books on yoga.

Original Sin Is A Lie - How Spirituality Defies Dogma and Reveals Our True Self (Paperback): Bob Peck Original Sin Is A Lie - How Spirituality Defies Dogma and Reveals Our True Self (Paperback)
Bob Peck; Edited by Bob Peck, Scott Standley
R470 R403 Discovery Miles 4 030 Save R67 (14%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Neo-Confucianism - A Philosophical Introduction (Paperback): SC Angle Neo-Confucianism - A Philosophical Introduction (Paperback)
SC Angle
R638 Discovery Miles 6 380 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Neo-Confucianism is a philosophically sophisticated tradition weaving classical Confucianism together with themes from Buddhism and Daoism. It began in China around the eleventh century CE, played a leading role in East Asian cultures over the last millennium, and has had a profound influence on modern Chinese society. Based on the latest scholarship but presented in accessible language, Neo-Confucianism: A Philosophical Introduction is organized around themes that are central in Neo-Confucian philosophy, including the structure of the cosmos, human nature, ways of knowing, personal cultivation, and approaches to governance. The authors thus accomplish two things at once: they present the Neo-Confucians in their own, distinctive terms; and they enable contemporary readers to grasp what is at stake in the great Neo-Confucian debates. This novel structure gives both students and scholars in philosophy, religion, history, and cultural studies a new window into one of the world's most important philosophical traditions.

The Bhagavad Gita (Paperback): Vyasa The Bhagavad Gita (Paperback)
Vyasa; Translated by Kashinath Trimbak Telang
R222 Discovery Miles 2 220 Ships in 10 - 15 working days
T'ai Chi Ch'uan - Harmonizing Taoist Belief and Practice (Paperback, New): Jeaneane Fowler T'ai Chi Ch'uan - Harmonizing Taoist Belief and Practice (Paperback, New)
Jeaneane Fowler
R453 Discovery Miles 4 530 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This book combines academic expertise and philosophical inquiry with the practical expression of T'ai Chi. The authors combine eastern philosophy and the wisdom of T'ai Chi as expressed through a Master. The result is a harmonious blend of Taoist philosophy and the everyday use of its principles through the Chinese art of T'ai Chi Ch'uan. The exploration of Taoism and T'ai Chi begins by examining their origins and affiliations under the title of Beginnings. Subsequent chapters take up the themes of Harmony (expressing the duality and interrelation of yin and yang); The Way (which looks at the philosophy of the Tao and the path that leads to its practical expression through T'ai Chi); Change (which examines the influence of the I Ching and the Eight Energies); Direction (an analysis of the Five Elements); and Energy (which explores alchemy and the vital energy of ch'i). The primary focus is on Movement and Stillness, which harmonizes the softness of movement with the stillness of the inner self -- leading to the theme of Unity, the ultimate goal of philosophical Taoism and the practical dimensions of that philosophy in T'ai Chi.

Classical Indian Philosophy - A history of philosophy without any gaps, Volume 5 (Hardcover): Peter Adamson, Jonardon Ganeri Classical Indian Philosophy - A history of philosophy without any gaps, Volume 5 (Hardcover)
Peter Adamson, Jonardon Ganeri
R842 R684 Discovery Miles 6 840 Save R158 (19%) Ships in 9 - 15 working days

Peter Adamson and Jonardon Ganeri present a lively introduction to one of the world's richest intellectual traditions: the philosophy of classical India. They begin with the earliest extant literature, the Vedas, and the explanatory works that these inspired, known as Upanisads. They also discuss other famous texts of classical Vedic culture, especially the Mahabharata and its most notable section, the Bhagavad-Gita, alongside the rise of Buddhism and Jainism. In this opening section, Adamson and Ganeri emphasize the way that philosophy was practiced as a form of life in search of liberation from suffering. Next, the pair move on to the explosion of philosophical speculation devoted to foundational texts called 'sutras,' discussing such traditions as the logical and epistemological Nyaya school, the monism of Advaita Vedanta, and the spiritual discipline of Yoga. In the final section of the book, they chart further developments within Buddhism, highlighting Nagarjuna's radical critique of 'non-dependent' concepts and the no-self philosophy of mind found in authors like Dignaga, and within Jainism, focusing especially on its 'standpoint' epistemology. Unlike other introductions that cover the main schools and positions in classical Indian philosophy, Adamson and Ganeri's lively guide also pays attention to philosophical themes such as non-violence, political authority, and the status of women, while considering textual traditions typically left out of overviews of Indian thought, like the Carvaka school, Tantra, and aesthetic theory as well. Adamson and Ganeri conclude by focusing on the much-debated question of whether Indian philosophy may have influenced ancient Greek philosophy and, from there, evaluate the impact that this area of philosophy had on later Western thought.

The Gifts of the Jews (Paperback): Thomas Cahill The Gifts of the Jews (Paperback)
Thomas Cahill
R488 R368 Discovery Miles 3 680 Save R120 (25%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days

The author of the runaway bestseller How the Irish Saved Civilization has done it again. In The Gifts of the Jews Thomas Cahill takes us on another enchanting journey into history, once again recreating a time when the actions of a small band of people had repercussions that are still felt today.



The Gifts of the Jews reveals the critical change that made western civilization possible. Within the matrix of ancient religions and philosophies, life was seen as part of an endless cycle of birth and death; time was like a wheel, spinning ceaselessly. Yet somehow, the ancient Jews began to see time differently. For them, time had a beginning and an end; it was a narrative, whose triumphant conclusion would come in the future. From this insight came a new conception of men and women as individuals with unique destinies--a conception that would inform the Declaration of Independence--and our hopeful belief in progress and the sense that tomorrow can be better than today. As Thomas Cahill narrates this momentous shift, he also explains the real significance of such Biblical figures as Abraham and Sarah, Moses and the Pharaoh, Joshua, Isaiah, and Jeremiah.



Full of compelling stories, insights and humor, The Gifts of the Jews is an irresistible exploration of history as fascinating and fun as How the Irish Saved Civilization.

The Chinese Dreamscape, 300 BCE-800 CE (Hardcover): Robert Ford Campany The Chinese Dreamscape, 300 BCE-800 CE (Hardcover)
Robert Ford Campany
R1,141 Discovery Miles 11 410 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Winner of the Stanislas Julien Prize Winner of the Joseph Levenson Prize for Scholarship on Pre-1900 China Dreaming is a near-universal human experience, but there is no consensus on why we dream or what dreams should be taken to mean. In this book, Robert Ford Campany investigates what people in late classical and early medieval China thought of dreams. He maps a common dreamscape-an array of ideas about what dreams are and what responses they should provoke-that underlies texts of diverse persuasions and genres over several centuries. These writings include manuals of dream interpretation, scriptural instructions, essays, treatises, poems, recovered manuscripts, histories, and anecdotes of successful dream-based predictions. In these many sources, we find culturally distinctive answers to questions peoples the world over have asked for millennia: What happens when we dream? Do dreams foretell future events? If so, how might their imagistic code be unlocked to yield predictions? Could dreams enable direct communication between the living and the dead, or between humans and nonhuman animals? The Chinese Dreamscape, 300 BCE-800 CE sheds light on how people in a distant age negotiated these mysteries and brings Chinese notions of dreaming into conversation with studies of dreams in other cultures, ancient and contemporary. Taking stock of how Chinese people wrestled with-and celebrated-the strangeness of dreams, Campany asks us to reflect on how we might reconsider our own notions of dreaming.

Confucius (Paperback): Meher McArthur Confucius (Paperback)
Meher McArthur 1
R346 Discovery Miles 3 460 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Scholar, philosopher and political sage, Confucius lived at a turbulent time in his country's history, the so-called 'Spring and Autumn Period' of the sixth century BC, during which China was wracked by warfare between rival feudal states. Against this backdrop he developed a system of social and political behaviour that he hoped could be used to create harmony and peace throughout the land. The teachings of Confucius attracted a large number of pupils, but were largely ignored by the rulers of China's various kingdoms. As a result, he did not see his philosophical teachings applied during his lifetime. After his death, however, his teachings were kept alive by his followers, and within a few centuries, his philosophy (as outlined in The Analects, which record the words and acts of Confucius and his disciples) was adopted by China's rulers and became the foundation for Chinese government, education and social structure. Beyond its profound influence on the culture and history of East Asia, Confucianism has also exerted a powerful fascination for western thinkers and philosophers. Meher McArthur's accessible and thoughtful biography not only traces the outline of her subject's life, but also examines why Confucius and his teachings are still relevant today.

Oriental Enlightenment - The Encounter Between Asian and Western Thought (Paperback, New): J.J. Clarke Oriental Enlightenment - The Encounter Between Asian and Western Thought (Paperback, New)
J.J. Clarke
R1,363 Discovery Miles 13 630 Ships in 12 - 17 working days


What is the place of the Eastern thought in the West?
Oriental Enlightenment shows how despite current talk of 'globalisation', there is still a reluctance to accept that the West could have borrowed anything of significance from the East and offers a critique of the 'orientalist' view that we must view any study of the east through the lens of western colonialism and domination.
Oriental Enlightenment provides a lucid and highly accessible introduction to the fascination Eastern thought has exerted on Western minds since the Renaissance. This panoramic new survey argues that any adequate history of Western thought must take into account how philosophical, religious and psychological ideas from India, China and Japan have been drawn into Western thought from the seventeenth century onwards. Tackling debates on orientalism, post colonialism and postmodernism. Oriental Enlightenment provides a new perspective on cross cultural exchanges between East and West.

The Bloomsbury Research Handbook of Vedanta (Hardcover): Ayon  Maharaj The Bloomsbury Research Handbook of Vedanta (Hardcover)
Ayon Maharaj; Contributions by Arindam Chakrabarti, Stephen Phillips, Francis X Clooney S J, Jeffery D. Long, …
R6,315 Discovery Miles 63 150 Ships in 10 - 15 working days

This handbook brings together a distinguished team of scholars from philosophy, theology, and religious studies to provide the first in-depth discussion of Vedanta and the many different systems of thought that make up this tradition of Indian philosophy. Emphasizing the historical development of Vedantic thought, it includes chapters on numerous classical Vedantic philosophies as well as the modern Vedantic views of Sri Ramakrishna, Sri Aurobindo, and Romain Rolland. The volume offers careful hermeneutic analyses of how Vedantic texts have been interpreted, and it addresses key issues and debates in Vedanta, including religious diversity, the nature of God, and the possibility of embodied liberation. Venturing into cross-philosophical and cross-cultural territory, it also brings Vedanta into dialogue with Saiva Nondualism as well as contemporary Western analytic philosophy. Highlighting current scholarly controversies and charting new paths of inquiry, this is an indispensable research guide for anyone interested in the past, present, and future of Vedanta and Indian philosophy.

The Book of Tea (Paperback): Kakuzo Okakura The Book of Tea (Paperback)
Kakuzo Okakura; Foreword by Anita B. Schafer
R302 R247 Discovery Miles 2 470 Save R55 (18%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
Chinese Philosophy - New Directions and Interdisciplinary Perspectives (Paperback, New): K. Lai Chinese Philosophy - New Directions and Interdisciplinary Perspectives (Paperback, New)
K. Lai
R830 Discovery Miles 8 300 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

This anthology presents the distinctive insights of Chinese philosophy and their relevance to contemporary issues in a range of areas: moral philosophy, social and political philosophy, metaphysics, epistemology, environmental ethics, medicine and psychological health. New, especially interdisciplinary research Applies insights in Chinese philosophy from eminent scholars in the field of Chinese philosophy

Chinese Medical Qigong (Paperback): Tianjun Liu Chinese Medical Qigong (Paperback)
Tianjun Liu; Edited by Xiao Mei Qiang, Tianjun Liu
R905 Discovery Miles 9 050 Ships in 12 - 17 working days

Based on the latest edition of the approved textbook on Medical Qigong used in Chinese universities, this authoritative paperback edition has been completely revised and edited to meet the needs of western practitioners. The editors emphasize the practice of Qigong, and this section of the book has been revised and expanded; a wide range of Qigong forms are presented, taking full account of the history, correct practice, and development of Qigong. The section on the clinical applications of Qigong in the treatment of a wide range of conditions, with the recommended Qigong forms for treatment, and relevant references to the ancient texts has been substantially revised, and focuses on conditions more common in the West. The book also presents the newest research on Medical Qigong, including groundbreaking new discoveries about the physiological and psychological mechanisms. Omitted from this paperback edition are the extensive excerpts from the ancient texts, and the detailed history, more appropriate for academic study. This is an unparalleled resource for practitioners of Qigong and Chinese medicine, as well as medical students and other healthcare professionals seeking a better understanding of the theory, practice and beneficial health applications of Medical Qigong.

Happiness Becomes You - A Guide to Changing Your Life for Good (Hardcover): Tina Turner Happiness Becomes You - A Guide to Changing Your Life for Good (Hardcover)
Tina Turner
R672 R508 Discovery Miles 5 080 Save R164 (24%) Ships in 10 - 15 working days
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