His Holiness the Dalai Lama is the spiritual leader of the Tibetan people, a Nobel Peace Prize recipient, and a beacon of inspiration for Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike. He has persistently reached out across religious and political lines and has engaged in dialogue with scientists in his mission to advance peace and understanding in the world. In doing so, he embodies his motto: "My religion is kindness."
Thubten Chodron has been a Buddhist nun since 1977. A graduate of UCLA, she is the founder and abbess of Sravasti Abbey in Washington State. She is a popular speaker and author of numerous books, including Buddhism for Beginners.
"I highly recommend Appearing and Empty to anyone who wishes to
gain in-depth insight into Lama Tsongkhapa's understanding of the
union of appearance and emptiness."-- "Geshe Kalsang Damdul, former
director of the Institute of Buddhist Dialectics"
"Incisive, illuminating, and highly readable, Appearing and Empty
is a welcome addition to the bookshelves of followers of the Dalai
Lama and students of Buddhism everywhere."-- "Roger R. Jackson,
John W. Nason Professor of Asian Studies and Religion, emeritus,
Carleton College"
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