Synopsis A classic interpretation of all varieties of meditation, a traveler's guide to the topography of the spirit. Goleman presents an overview of each of the major meditative traditions, from Tibetan Buddhism, Sufism, and Zen to Jewish Kabbala, Indian Tantra, Kundalini, Christian Hesychasm, and many others.
| Details | | Publication Date: | 1996-01-01 |
| Size | | Height: | 8.3 in | | Width: | 5.5 in | | Thickness: | 0.8 in | | Weight: | 9.6 oz |
Publisher's Note Looks at Hindu, Jewish, Christian, Sufi, and Zen meditation, explains how to prepare the mind for meditation, and discusses the psychological aspects of altered mental states.
Industry Reviews "This is a truly fine book for spiritual seekers to sort our and understand the supermarket of spiritual practices now available. Goleman writes with great clarity and depth of understanding." Publisher's Catalog - Jack Kornfield
"A thoroughly engaging and readable map of the world's great meditative traditions." Publisher's Catalog - Joan Borysenko
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