How Buddhism Changed My Life

by Hsüan Hua

This fascinating collection of personal stories recounts the experiences of twenty Western disciples of Tripitaka Master Hua during the sixties and seventies in America. All emerged from various backgrounds, walking different paths. Several of these early Buddhists became America s earliest fully ordained Sangha. They reflect on their encounter with Buddhism and the guidance of Master Hua. These accounts provide intriguing insights on that era and on the Westerners adaption to Buddhism, showing the tremendous potential for personal growth under the guidance of a wise spiritual teacher.

163 pages, Paperback

First published November 1, 2003