¡§The rationale for Humanistic Buddhism derives from the Buddha¡K because the Buddha was born, cultivated the path, became enlightened, and strived to enlighten others in this world. For the Buddha, it is this world that should take precedence. He lived among the people, and what he transmitted is Humanistic Buddhism,¡¨ Venerable Master Hsing Yun writes in Humanistic Buddhism: A Blueprint for Life. Founder of the Fo Guang Shan (Buddha¡¦s Light Mountain) Buddhist Order and one of the leading teachers of our time, Master Hsing Yun reveals the profundity of the Buddha¡¦s teachings by demonstrating how they are ideal guides for living happier lives in this world. 
In the book¡¦s preface, James A. Santucci explains that ¡§Humanistic Buddhism: A Blueprint for Life, is the clearest exposition yet of Humanistic Buddhism. It is Buddhism minus the regional, doctrinal, ritual, and traditional limitations that so often equate Buddhism with a particular ethnic or cultural group. It is a Buddhism that seeks to improve the individual and society, the inner self and the outer social environment. It discusses the physical body, emotions, morality and ethics, relationships with family and society, government, globalism, and nature and the environment: in brief, the human condition in its entirety.¡¨ 
Told with a clear and compassionate voice, Venerable Master Hsing Yun sets out a plan for developing wisdom and compassion, even in the most difficult of situations. What we have to gain by these lessons is significant: to awaken to life, to see all of its possibilities and choices. All of these lessons taken together show us that to practice loving-kindness, to attain true peace of mind, is to be truly happy.

Humanistic Buddhism: A Blueprint For Life

Religion & Spirituality

Yun, Hsing

Xingyun

Buddhism

Buddhas Light Pub

This collection focuses on prayers for our family and loved ones, as well as for ourselves and other people in distress. Written in simple but inspirational language, the prayers are infused with profound wisdom and compassion.

Pearls Of Wisdom: Family And Morality Encouragement And Hope (1)

Cheng, Shujan

Manzo, Tom

In a modern world characterized by insensitivity to the suffering of others, numbness to violence, disregard of sexual misconduct, and profit-and-image-driven decision-making. Venerable Master Hsing Yun's inspirational words serve to redirect our focus into our own spiritual well-being. He teaches that everything happens in a moment of thought, and we need to be conscious of this simple truth. The Master reminds us that a moment of reflection contains within it a lifetime of consequence. The discourses in this book cover a wide variety of subjects, including further reflections on the effect we have on others; the relationship between the past, present, and future; and the importance of right mindfulness in living a successful life. Despite this seeming diversity, this common thread runs throughout the book: now, in this very moment, we have the power to make decisions with favorable and enduring effects.

A Moment, A Lifetime (Between Ignorance and Enlightenemnt, 3)

Stevens, Robin

Hsi, Miao

Lai, Cherry

"Life is like the tide," writes Venerable Master Hsing Yun, "rising and falling with its pluses and minuses." Some changes are for the better, so they are easy to accept. But even changes for the worse--"minuses"--have their place. The Master writes, "we do not get a plus where there is no minus." In the essays in this book, the Master demonstrates with warmth and wisdom how to put the Buddha's teachings into practice in order to be a positive force in the world. He writes about the potential of "one seed," and how hardship and sickness can be vehicles for a better life. With fascinating illustrations and tidbits of historical fact, the Master weaves together modern life and ancient wisdom into a fabric of challenge and encouragement.

A Life Of Pluses And Minuses (Between Ignorance and Enlightenment, 4)

Human beings are social; we cannot live apart from community. According to the Taiwanese Buddhist teacher Venerable Hsing Yun, when we understand that human society is nothing other than a web of human relationships we will understand just how crucial our relationships are. In Living Affinity, Hsing Yun describes the foundations of that web—whether in community relationships, love and affection, the environment, wealth and the material world, time and space, and in terms of spiritual development. Through a close examination of the some of the key sutras and stories of Buddhist doctrine, Hsing Yun provides us with a wisdom rooted in the knowledge of centuries and yet vibrantly relevant to today.

Living Affinity

Lantern Books

A mind of ignorance can transform happiness into suffering, while a mind of enlightenment can transform suffering into happiness. Through his personal reflections in this collection of articles, Venerable Master Hsing Yun draws from Buddhist wisdom and a lifetime of experience to provide practical advice for everyday living. In the introduction, he writes: 'The sourness of pineapples and grapes can be turned into sweetness with sunshine and warm breezes. Therefore, by being able to reflect and contemplate on the sourness of our ignorance, we can taste the sweetness of enlightenment right here and now.' This book will provide food for thought on your journey to cultivate a mind of enlightenment and transform your suffering into happiness.

Prescription for the Heart (Between Ignorance and Enlightenment, 2)

The rationale for Humanistic Buddhism derives directly from the Buddha, 'because the Buddha was born, cultivated the path, became enlightened, and strived to enlighten others in this world.' It is with this understanding that Venerable Master Hsing Yun proceeds to elaborate on the many ways in which the Buddha's teachings can guide us through challenges in life. In doing so, he affirms the basic spirit of Humanistic Buddhism that centers on the conviction that the Dharma is of crucial pertinence to humanity.
Humanistic Buddhism is a book that not only embodies this spirit, but also discusses how it can be infused in life. As a 'blueprint' of sorts for conduct and ethics, it is a handy manual for guiding us, as well as a lucid exposition of some of the main tenets in Buddhism.
Through illuminating examples and references to Buddhist teachings, Venerable Master Hsing Yun provides insights into many facets of the human condition. He shows how emotions, ethics, family, society, government, and the environment are all areas for contemplation and cultivation. In short, what Humanistic Buddhism reminds us of is that Buddhism is part of life, not separate from it.

Humanistic Buddhism: A Blueprint for Life

Chang, Edmond

Buddha-dharma

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