No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners: Clear Answers to Burning Questions about Core Buddhist Teachings

by Noah Rasheta

Start this year on the path to Zen bliss with the essential beginner's guide to Buddhism

How is an awakening different from enlightenment? Can agnostics and atheists be Buddhist? What are you supposed to think about during meditation? In No-Nonsense Buddhism for Beginners, author Noah Rasheta—renowned Buddhism teacher and host of the popular Secular Buddhism podcast—delivers an easily accessible introduction to the teachings of Buddhism that anyone can dive into! Inside, you'll discover the basics of Buddhism and how to apply the philosophies in your everyday life.

A 4-part overview—Learn the fundamentals with chapters about the Buddha, key Buddhist concepts, the Buddha's teachings, and current Buddhist practices.

Straightforward Q&As—Simplify the key concepts of Buddhism, like mindfulness, Zen, and why Buddhism is so has been around so long, into easy-to-understand ideas.

"Everyday Buddhism" Sidebars—Make Buddhism less abstract with quick callouts throughout the book that offer down-to-earth examples of Buddhism that are all around you.

Presented in a simple, conversational style, this friendly spiritual book provides the groundwork for building (or continuing) your own Buddhist practice.

141 pages, Kindle Edition

Published May 15, 2018

Reviews

[Lynn Morgan · Rating 5 out of 5]

Highly recommend for beginners

I have read a few books and am working on an online course in Buddhism, but this one is written in very understandable terms. Good basis for going back to the more complex ones.

[Janette Schafer · Rating 4 out of 5]

Are you Buddha curious?

This is a great Buddhism 101 text. Whether you’re just curious about the philosophy or beginning a practice, you’ll find this book helpful in increasing your understanding.

[Wendy Benway · Rating 5 out of 5]

Great Introduction To Buddhis,

Loved the straight forward simplicity of this book. Never boring, straight to the point. Loved the suggestions for other books to read on the subject. Will listen to his podcasts and read more on this philosophy,

[Graham Wolfe · Rating 5 out of 5]

Just starting my journey in to Buddhism. Great and simply explained book for newbies. Love the list of additional resources in the back.

[Anne · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent primer on Buddhism.