Relative Truth, Ultimate Truth

Foundation of Buddhist Thought #2

by Geshe Tashi Tsering, Thubten Zopa (Foreword)

Here, the Foundations of Buddhist Thought series shifts to helping readers progress on the Buddhist path by explaining the two "truths," or ways of viewing reality. Geshe Tashi Tsering describes how our perception of reality is obscured or clarified depending on the truth in which we perceive and believe. His systematic approach to Buddhist thought allows readers to gradually but surely enhance their knowledge of Buddhism without feeling overwhelmed.

Genres: Buddhism, Philosophy, Religion, Nonfiction

200 pages, Paperback

First published October 1, 2008

About the author

Geshe Tashi Tsering was born in Tibet in 1958 and received his Geshe Lharampa degree (similar to a doctorate in divinity) from Sera Monastery in India in 1987. Since 1994, he has been the guiding teacher of the Jamyang Buddhist Centre in London, while also teaching at other Buddhist centers worldwide.

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Reviews

[Chris Carlisle · Rating 5 out of 5]

A most comprehensive look at the four schools of Tibetan Buddhist philosophy. Geshe Tashi Tsering presents difficult concepts concerning the. differences and similarities among the schools which can be subtle in a way that is understandable to the average reader who is interested in Buddhist ways of thinking about the way things exist. He explains that, unlike Western philosophy, Buddhist philosophy was created for the sole purpose of enlightenment rather than an ontological study.

[Jerod Hammerstein · Rating 3 out of 5]

Very dry in the discussion of the 4 past schools of Buddhist thought, but the understanding of relative truth and ultimate truth is a key element of my discernment of phenomena in my practice. The online course, also, really helped.

[Demi · Rating 5 out of 5]

So far so good... big fan of this series by Geshe Tashi Tsering

[Greg Jarmiolowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

This series is amazing. Deep and profound wisdom made totally approachable.

[Justin Howell · Rating 5 out of 5]

Clear explanation of the four tenet systems of (Indian) Buddhism as taught in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition/system.

[Kevyn · Rating 3 out of 5]

This book desperately needs visuals!!