The Buddha Book: Buddhas, Blessings, Prayers, And Rituals To Grant You Love, Wisdom, And Healing

by Lillian Too

This is a work of sacred geography. Lillian Too introduces us to over 50 of the most important and well-known Buddhist deities, presenting their major characteristics, functions, and histories, along with the prayers, meditations, visualizations, and special rituals and blessings associated with each.

Genres: Buddhism, Nonfiction, Spirituality, Religion, Coffee Table Books

288 pages, Hardcover

First published April 25, 2003

About the author

Lillian Too is the world's bestselling feng shui author, selling millions of copies of her books worldwide. She is in constant demand as a consultant and lecturer; she possesses a Harvard MBA, and in her corporate days she was the first woman in Asia to head a bank. She was also the Chairman of a chain of department stores and boutique in Hong Kong until she retired to be a full-time writer. Presently, she runs her own publishing and investment companies.


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Reviews

[Lindsey Baird-Waugh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Not too bad of a book. Feel there's better choices out there

[Kate · Rating 3 out of 5]

This is a devotional photo book that would be appropriate on any coffee table. I am not familiar with mahayana Buddhism, but, reading as an open-minded outsider, I have to say it reminded me of Roman Catholicism with its prayers to saints for various favors. Lots of rituals and "if you pray to this Buddha, you'll get super-express service." Samsara reads a lot like purgatory, etc. Illustrations are lovely.

[Kai Sousa · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is a beautiful book just to wander through periodically.