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10 best books on Buddhist philosophy are:
- The Heart of the Buddha’s Teaching” by Thich Nhat Hanh – This book offers a comprehensive introduction to Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the teachings of the Buddha himself.
- “The Foundations of Buddhism” by Rupert Gethin – This book provides a thorough overview of Buddhist philosophy, including its history and development.
- “Buddhist Philosophy: Essential Readings” edited by William Edelglass and Jay Garfield – This book is a collection of essays by leading scholars in the field, covering a range of topics in Buddhist philosophy.
- “The Fundamental Wisdom of the Middle Way” by Nagarjuna – This classic text is considered one of the most important works in Buddhist philosophy, and provides a thorough analysis of the concept of emptiness.
- “The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying” by Sogyal Rinpoche – This book offers a practical guide to Buddhist philosophy, focusing on the importance of living a meaningful life and preparing for death.
- “What the Buddha Taught” by Walpola Rahula – This classic text provides a concise introduction to Buddhist philosophy, including its basic teachings and principles.
- “Mindfulness in Plain English” by Bhante Gunaratana – This book provides a practical guide to mindfulness meditation, which is a key aspect of Buddhist philosophy.
- “The Diamond Sutra” translated by Red Pine – This ancient text is one of the most important works in Mahayana Buddhism, and provides a thorough exploration of the concept of emptiness.
- “The Tao of Pooh” by Benjamin Hoff – While not strictly a book on Buddhist philosophy, this charming little book uses the characters from Winnie-the-Pooh to explore the principles of Taoism, which share many similarities with Buddhism.
- “The Art of Happiness” by the Dalai Lama – This book offers a practical guide to achieving happiness, drawing on the teachings of Buddhism and the wisdom of the Dalai Lama.
