Starting on the Buddhist Path

Sagaraghosa Rosemary Tennison is an English Buddhist teacher. This is the book she wished she had when she first encountered Buddhism. She is a kind and gifted teacher, and her writing is based on 14 years of leading classes, courses, and retreats for people new to Buddhism. She was ordained into the Triratna Buddhist Order in 2005.

"Sagaraghosa writes with the tone of a trusted friend, sharing wisdom and perspective with a guiding grace. The book provides a safe space for readers to investigate and reflect on the delicate intricacies of developing their Buddhist practice." - Sharon Salzberg, author of 'Lovingkindness' and Real Life; "In 'Starting on the Buddhist Path', Sagaraghosa is inviting us to see and experience for ourselves the jewel that is Buddhism. This wonderful book is recommended for anyone, young or old, interested in travelling the Buddhist path to freedom." - Vajrashura, Buddhist teacher in the Triratna Buddhist Community; "'Starting on the Buddhist Path' takes you by the hand - especially if you're new to Buddhism - and guides you, with great care and thoughtfulness, through Buddhist teachings and practices. As well as telling you what Buddhism says, it will help you explore why its teachings could be important for you." - Vishvapani Blomfield, author of 'Gautama Buddha: The Life and Teachings of the Awakened One'

• About the AuthorPublisher's Acknowledgements and Audio RecordingsIntroductionChapter 1 The Why, What, and How of Following the Buddhist PathChapter 2 The BuddhaChapter 3 The Teachings of the BuddhaChapter 4 MoralityChapter 5 The Buddhist CommunityChapter 6 Exploring the MysteryChapter 7 Going DeeperChapter 8 Next StepsNotes and ReferencesIllustration CreditsIndex