What the Buddha Taught
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What the Buddha Taught
Walpola Rahula
6 people recommended it in 4 threads, 2014–2022.
What people on Hacker News said
There are some really powerful ideas from this age old religion, that can definitely help you think about your own happiness and what material possessions actually give you.
I am feeling the deep joy from meditating just ten minutes. I know I am not supposed to get attached to this deep bliss feeling, but it validates my efforts.
I much more calm and composed. With better concentration and more self-control. Procrastination has left me. And I have insights much easier than before. I am an overally better thinker, now.
It limits itself only to direct teachings of Buddha, and it explains the core concepts and teachings of Buddhism by explaining everything simply.
The author is a revered scholar and his style of writing is excellent.
Where it comes up
- Ask HN: What book changed your life? 2022 · 3 recommendations
- Ask HN: Do you recall any book or course that made a topic finally click? 2022 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: Mind bending books to read and never be the same as before? 2020 · 1 recommendation
- Ask HN: What are your favorite books? I'm bored 2014 · 1 recommendation