Buddhism 101, Arnie Kozak
Buddhism 101, Arnie Kozak
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Buddhism 101
From Karma to the Four Noble Truths, Your Guide to Understanding the Principles of Buddhism

Author: Arnie Kozak

Narrator: Fred Sanders

Unabridged: 7 hr 10 min

Format: Digital Audiobook Download

Published: 08/01/2017


Synopsis

Learn everything you need to know about Buddhism in this clear and straightforward new guide.

Buddhism was founded thousands of years ago, and has inspired millions of people with its peaceful teachings. Buddhism 101 highlights and explains the central concepts of Buddhism to the modern reader, with information on mindfulness, karma, The Four Noble Truths, the Middle Way, and more.

Whether you’re just looking to understand Buddhism or explore the philosophy in your own life and own journey to Enlightenment, this book gives you everything you need to know!

About Arnie Kozak

Arnie Kozak, PhD, is a psychotherapist, clinical assistant professor in psychiatry at the University of Vermont College of Medicine, and workshop leader at the Barre Center for Buddhist Studies, The Copper Beech Institute, and the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. He is author of Wild Chickens and Petty Tyrants: 108 Metaphors for Mindfulness, The Everything Guide to the Introvert Edge, The Awakened Introvert: Practical Mindfulness Skills for Maximizing Your Strengths and Thriving in a Loud and Crazy World, The Everything Essentials Buddhism Book, and Mindfulness A-Z: 108 Insights for Awakening Now. Arnie has been practicing yoga and meditation for over thirty years and is dedicated to translating the Buddha’s teachings into readily accessible forms. In the long winters of northern Vermont when he’s not working, he rides the frozen slopes on his snowboard. During the short summers, he golfs. During all seasons, you can find him trail running with his dogs in the foothills of the Green Mountains.


Reviews

Goodreads review by Kangwa on October 23, 2020

Firstly: love the 101 series from Adam’s Media. It’s a very good way to quickly learn a bit about a lot. I’d recommend any of their books if you want to gain basic understanding of a particular topic. Now: this book gave me a very good perspective into Buddhism and it’s many benefits. I will definit......more

Goodreads review by Ville on January 16, 2024

A nice introduction to Buddhism. Surface level, yet wide and thorough in an introductory sense. Everything about Buddhism makes sense and after being dipped in it, nothing else much matters.......more

Goodreads review by Barrie on September 11, 2020

I didn't want to read this fast. I tried to take my time with it and really understand the words and history. That said, I enjoyed and was intrigued by a lot of the primer. I agree with other reviews that the last 1/3 felt a bit tacked on--especially the last few pages, which felt like an odd place......more

Goodreads review by Allys on May 06, 2018

I was hoping for a little more Buddhism and a little less 101. Starry-eyed generalizations. Some of the historical stuff and explanations about various traditions wasn’t bad.......more

Goodreads review by Armando on September 03, 2022

A very informative book about the belief system, philosophy and history of Buddhism. It is what the cover says, a crash course in Buddhism.......more