Synopsis:
This wonderful book could also be artly titled "An Introduction to Mahayana Buddhism." From Ali to Gandhi, Dylan to Thoreau, and from Gertrude Stein to Mother Theresa, Faces of Compassion introduces us to enlightened beings, the bodhisattvas of Buddhist lore. They're not otherworldly gods with superhuman qualities, but shining examples of our own highest potential. Zen teacher and scholar Taigen Dan Leighton takes us through the ages to meet the people who have shaped history and society with their compassion and wisdom. Faces of Compassion emphasizes the universality of spiritual ideals, and the power each of us has to change our world.
Review:
" Perhaps the most innovative aspect of the book is the way Leighton discusses modern bodhisattva archetypes.A modern spiritual classic." -- Spirituality and Health
"A clear-as-a-bell introduction to Buddhist thought." -- Zoketsu Norman Fischer, Senior Dharma Teacher of San Francisco Zen Center and author of Benedict’s Dharma
"Buddhist ideals embodied in flesh-and-blood people we can love, admire, and emulate—a sparkler among contemporary Buddhist writings." -- Brother David Steindl-Rast, O.S.B., author of Gratefulness the Heart of Prayer
"Faces of Compassion is a wonderful resource and source of guidance and teaching." -- Joan Halifax Roshi, Head Teacher, Upaya Institute
"Vigorous and inspiring, Faces of Compassion guides the reader into the awakening life within our contemporary world." -- Jane Hirshfield, author of Women in Praise of the Sacred
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