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    <body><![CDATA[This book made clear to me how challenging it's going to be to get a true picture of the Buddha and Buddhism because I'll be reading everything in translation.  (I think I may have only finished this book and only enjoyed it at the three-star level because I read much of it outside at night with a l...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/21211530">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[A layman's guide to Buddhism. It was probably the best book I've ever read for school. Read it in one sitting to cram for an exam and was thoroughly entertained throughout.<br/><br/><br/>Quotes:<br/><br/>&quot;One is one's own refuge, who else could be the refuge?&quot;<br/><br/>&quot;It is p...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/48484202">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[What you should read instead of the Karen Armstrong.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[I just began this study of Buddhism a few months ago, so I'm no expert. Still, this book was amazing. Walpola Rahula's book is clear, concise (the book is only 137 pages), illuminating and, above all, readable. He takes you step by step through the essential Buddhist teachings, expounding on them ju...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/13763415">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[So much Buddhism is derivitave, it's refreshing to see the actual teachings by Buddha himself. It's interesting that there is a great deal of confidence that these sermons, from 400BC have been accurately passed down,  while in Christianity there is so much debate as to how much of the gospels are i...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/78721362">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[This book is like a text of great teachings, but may be a difficult read for people who are trying to connect to the essence of the Buddhist philosophy and do not have experience with the foundation yet. I would suggest some lighter reading on the subject first, before tackling this piece.  ]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[I read this book when I was just discovering Buddhism, and I think it is the <strong>best</strong> book to read when looking for an introduction to Buddhism.<br/>I have actually recommended the book to people looking for some basic guidance on Buddhism.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[The best &quot;beyond-beginner&quot; book on the subject.  Though several decades old, it's a great summary of the basics, as well as a good summary of applicability to the layperson and the modern world.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[One of the most profound philosophy texts compiled and set the stage for Buddhism in the world. The wisdom of the Buddha can only be read and experienced..]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[awesome. very clear and precise, i'd recommend it to anyone who wants to know about the buddha's teaching but doesn't know where to start.]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[This is the best no-nonsense introduction to Theravada Buddhism that I have ever read. Without this book, I probably never would have become Buddhist. The writing is clear and concise, and all the major points of philosophical doctrine are included and accurately explained. Most of these books have ...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/22485733">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[this is a perpetual &quot;currently reading&quot; book for me. It is some dense with insights on the sutras that I can only handle a paragraph or two at a time.. and then it's off to cogitate for a few months before reading the next bit. Not for non-Buddhists in my opinion. It's more of a reference ...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/43432635">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[I took a class on Buddhism at Rutgers University, and this was one of the required texts.  I thought it was very detailed in its descriptions but still easy to understand for someone who knows little about Eastern religions.  It was a great companion for the class, but I feel it would be good for an...<a href="http://www.goodreads.com/review/show/654577">more...</a>]]></body>
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    <body><![CDATA[This is a great review of general Buddhist doctrines, written by a Tibetan monk who is brilliant with words.  Although it seems like he's trying to convert the reader, it is still a fun way to learn about an inspiring religion that can also simply be a way of life and looking at the world.]]></body>
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