Seeing with the Eye of Dhamma: The Comprehensive Teaching of Buddhadasa Bhikkhu

by Buddhadasa Bhikkhu, Santikaro Upasaka (Editor), Dhammavidu Bhikkhu (Translator)

A milestone in Buddhist literature, this comprehensive presentation of the practice of Dhamma shows how it can quench the dissatisfaction and suffering common in our lives.

Dhamma--a Pali word meaning “law of nature” or “truth,” but commonly used to refer to the overall body of Buddhist teachings--has the potential to fundamentally change one's life. In this comprehensive set of teachings, Buddhadasa Bhikkhu, perhaps the most influential Thai Buddhist of the twentieth century, introduces the Dhamma to lay practitioners in a relatable and powerful way. Beginning with an extensive discussion of spiritual practice and moving into specific teachings on Dhamma, this book will be an indispensable resource for Theravada Buddhists, Insight Meditation practitioners, and all readers interested in a profoundly committed modern approach to the Buddhist path.

Genres: Buddhism, Philosophy

344 pages, Paperback

First published January 25, 2022

About the author

Buddhadasa Bhikkhu was a Thai Buddhist monk and an influential ascetic-philosopher of the 20th century. Known as an innovative reinterpreter of Buddhist doctrine and Thai folk beliefs, Buddhadasa fostered a reformation in conventional religious perceptions in Thailand as well as abroad. Buddhadasa developed a personal view that those who have penetrated the essential nature of religions consider 'all religions to be inwardly the same', while those who have the highest understanding of dhamma feel 'there is no religion'.

Reviews

[Matthew W · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good treatment of Dhamma, some depth here and there

A solid introduction/overview of Dhamma. Some depth is mixed in here and there, but mostly a surface level treatment. Probably a good second or third book on the subject. Bhikkhu is a wonderful teacher and the translation is readable and enjoyable.

[Mark Rutkowski · Rating 5 out of 5]

This book may not be for everyone, but for the practiced Buddhist the instructions spelled out in this text from recordings of Ajahn Buddhadasa are both familiar and instructive in a very practical teaching.

[Dallas · Rating 5 out of 5]

A beautiful base for Buddhist study. Thought provoking and constantly interesting.