Pure Meditation: The Tibetan Buddhist Practice of Inner Peace

by Pema Chodron

Tibetan Buddhists regard shamatha/vipashyana (peaceful dwelling/insight) as both the fundamental and the most advanced spiritual practice of all. Pema ChAdrAn takes you through each step of this timeless and elegant meditative form that illuminates and purifies the obstacles to spiritual realization. Pure Meditation is a definitive guide to the authentic Tibetan Buddhist meditation that has brought its practitioners relaxation, peace of mind, and deeper awareness for hundreds of years.

Genres: Buddhism, Nonfiction, Meditation, Audiobook, Spirituality, Philosophy, Self Help

Audio Cassette

First published September 1, 2000

Reviews

[Robin Tobin (On the back porch reading) · Rating 5 out of 5]

I am such a fan of Pema Chodron’s works and messages... I feel I grow everytime I read or listen to one of her books.....

[Tina Panik · Rating 4 out of 5]

An excellent resource.

[Julia · Rating 5 out of 5]

"The reason you meditate is to see clearly and be steadfast with yourself." Pema. This is an audio only book that I got from my library. It definitely was a valuable resource for the purpose of meditation and the reason to commit to it for a lifetime.

[DK · Rating 1 out of 5]

I am sickened to learn that Pema Chodron has been complicit to the sexual abuse in the lineage. Many women reported abuse to her, Judith Simmer-Brown and Judy Leaf. They did nothing. Pema never stepped down as a teacher. She never retired. She gave up her title. Everyone gave up their titles. This isn’t a virtuous gesture.

Before you lay into me with your defense for this woman, I strongly suggest you Google Shambhala sexual abuse. The history of rape, child molestation and abuse is endless and g continues to this day. Her head monk was just charged with voyeurism at her monastery - Gampo Abbey. The money from the books we buy goes to continue supporting this sick organization. It is absolutely heartbreaking to me she has become an apologist and has never come to support the victims.

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I have more esteem for my spiritual development than to follow a sham.

[Russell D · Rating 5 out of 5]

This is marvelous instruction on how to approach meditation with openness and reasonable expectations. I find in my travels that even spiritual practitioners find meditation challenging and that’s because it is! Pema urges us to be kind to ourselves while pointing out that this practice is a lifetime journey that is well worth the effort. I recommend this book to anyone who has thought about meditation and ran away fearing it is too difficult!

[GW · Rating 3 out of 5]

2.5 stars

[Joe · Rating 4 out of 5]

Was not as engaging as I expected given the recommendation by Seth Godin on the Tim Ferriss podcast. I'm going to try an actual book next vs a seminar recording.

[Sarah · Rating 4 out of 5]

I liked this book and how Pema is authentic.

[John Harris · Rating 5 out of 5]

Good details on why meditate and the true goals and results of meditation.

[Mr. Wakiki · Rating 3 out of 5]

The three but it probably is a 3.3 3.4

It’s good
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And it’s short

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[✨Abi✨ · Rating 3 out of 5]

*3.5

[Michelle · Rating 5 out of 5]

I like Pema Chodron very much. Perhaps because she is also American, she explains Tibetan meditation in a way that seems accessible and makes sense to my American mind. She has a peacefulness and openness about her, mixed with just the right amount of humor that helps me not take myself too seriously. This audiobook contains detailed instruction, very helpful for a beginner.

[Wilma Rebstock · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent.

[Marg · Rating 5 out of 5]

Excellent chance to experience Tibetan meditation.

[MaryJohanna · Rating 4 out of 5]

Loved it!
Poor recording quality and choppy editing.... but what's left is great content.