Audiobooks by The Dalai Lama

[Italian] - Una voce per chi non ha voce

"In questo libro unico nel suo genere, che offre riflessioni storiche, personali e spirituali - alcune mai condivise prima d'ora -, Sua Santità il Dalai Lama racconta la storia completa della sua lotta con la Cina per salvare il Tibet e il suo popolo, da quasi settantacinque anni. Sua Santità il Dalai Lama ha dovuto combattere contro le autorità cinesi per quasi tutta la vita. Aveva solo 16 anni quando la Cina ha invaso il Tibet, nel 1950, appena 19 quando incontrò per la prima volta il Presidente Mao e 25 quando fu costretto a fuggire in esilio in India. Nei sette decenni trascorsi da allora, ha affrontato i leader comunisti cinesi – Mao, Deng Xiaoping, Jiang Zemin e Hu Jintao – lottando per la libertà del Tibet e cercando di preservarne la cultura, la lingua, la religione e la storia, nonostante un governo che lo ha emarginato e demonizzato. Ora, a quasi 75 anni dall'invasione del Tibet, Sua Santità il Dalai Lama ricorda al mondo l'irrisolta lotta per la libertà del Tibet e le avversità che i tibetani continua ad affrontare. Condivide le sue riflessioni sulla situazione geopolitica della regione e racconta come è riuscito a preservare la propria umanità nonostante le profonde perdite subite e le minacce che tuttora gravano sul popolo tibetano. Questo libro ripercorre lo straordinario viaggio del Dalai Lama, dalla perdita della propria casa a causa di un invasore ostile alla difficile costruzione di una vita in esilio, nel tentativo di affrontare la crisi esistenziale di una nazione, del suo popolo, della sua cultura e della sua religione, e immaginare una via da percorrere in futuro. Una voce per chi non ha voce è la potente testimonianza di una figura di rilievo mondiale, che condivide sia le sue sofferenze sia la sua incrollabile speranza che il suo popolo possa riconquistare la dignità e la libertà. 'Una voce per chi non ha voce è un'opera importante per me e per il mio popolo. Nonostante tutte le sofferenze e le devastazioni, crediamo ancora fermamente nella possibilità di una risoluzione pacifica della nostra lotta per la libertà e la dignità. Attingendo alle lezioni apprese nei miei decenni di rapporti con Pechino, questo libro vuole anche offrire alcune riflessioni su quella che potrebbe essere la strada da seguire. Nel mio ruolo di Dalai Lama, non c'è questione più importante di quella di cui parlo in queste pagine.'_DALAI LAMA"

The Dalai Lama (Author), Alberto Onofrietti (Narrator)

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[German] - Wegweiser für die Welt von heute: Die Essenz meiner Lehre

"Alle Welt kennt ihn: Doch was denkt und fühlt der Dalai Lama wirklich? In diesem Buch gibt er zusammen mit seinem langjährigen Vertrauen Dagyab Kyabgön Rinpoche Einblick in sein Denken, sein Fühlen und Handeln. Dieses umfassende Buch des XIV. Dalai Lama, das tief in das Herz des Buddhismus als universelle Lebenskunst führt, sucht seinesgleichen und wurde in zehnjähriger Arbeit aus unzähligen Unterweisungen, Gesprächen und Diskussionen zusammengestellt. Es ist sein großes Vermächtnis an die Welt.-"

The Dalai Lama (Author), André Grotta (Narrator)

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500 Quotes from Peacemakers

"Those who struggle to engender peace often have the greatest insights. ‘500 Quotes from Peacemakers’ is a collection of thoughts, reflections, and observations from some of the most important, peace-seeking figures in history. Thoughtful and incisive, they are sure to provoke some stimulating conversation. A superb read for those with an interest in getting a peek inside the minds of some of the world’s greatest minds. - Mahatma Gandhi (1931 – 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE – 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism, in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 – 1474) started life as a shepherd before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation. Martin Luther King (1929 – 1969) was a Baptist minister who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Mother Teresa (1910 – 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work."

Buddha, Martin Luther King Jr., Mohandas Gandhi, Mother Teresa, The Dalai Lama (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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500 Quotes from Great Minds

"Take a tour of some of the most extraordinary thinkers in history with ‘500 Quotes from Great Minds´. Packed with cherry-picked thoughts, reflections, and observations, it offers inspiring insights into almost every aspect of life, from love and death to art and politics. A superb addition to any coffee table, ‘500 Quotes from Great Minds´ is ideal for those who need a bit of extra motivation. - Born in Paris, Charles Baudelaire (1821 – 1867) was one of the most highly-regarded poets of the 19th century. His works focused on the destruction of nature in the shadow of industrialisation. Lao Zi (1368 – 1644) is credited as the founding father of Taoism. Thought to have lived at the same time as Confucius, he wrote the Tao Te Ching. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 – 1474) started life as a shepherd before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation. Martin Luther King (1929 – 1969) was a Baptist minister who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. One of the founders of analytical psychology, Carl Jung (1875 – 1961) was a Swiss psychoanalyst and psychologist, who had a huge impact on psychology as a science."

Carl Jung, Charles Baudelaire, Lao Zi, Martin Luther King Jr., The Dalai Lama (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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400 Quotes to See the World Differently

"‘400 Quotes to See the World Differently’ gives you the opportunity to step inside the heads of some of the world’s most exceptional minds and see things from their points of view. With quotes from saints, philosophers, artists, inventors, and even martial arts experts, it’s sure to promote some interesting conversations. A superb book for dipping in and out of, it makes a great gift for those with inquiring souls. - Mother Teresa (1910 – 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 – 1474) started life as a shepherd before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation. Leonardo da Vinci (1452 – 1519) was born in Italy and, among other things, was an artist, inventor, scientist, and sculptor, who is best known for painting the ‘Mona Lisa.’ Li Jun Fan (1940 – 1973) is better known as Bruce Lee. A little-known fact about the star of films such as ‘Enter the Dragon’ and ‘Fists of Fury’ is that he majored in drama and philosophy, which influenced much of his martial artwork."

Bruce Lee, Leonardo Da Vinci, Mother Teresa, The Dalai Lama (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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600 Mystical and Spiritual Quotations

"While ‘600 Mystical and Spiritual Quotations’ is a superb book for dipping in and out of, it also offers practical spiritual advice from six of the most forward-thinking minds of all time. Ideal for self-reflection and personal improvement, these are more than just quotes; they can be tools through which to better yourself. A welcome addition to any library or coffee table. - Mahatma Gandhi (1931 – 1948) was an Indian lawyer, who became a pioneer of non-violent resistance to civil oppression. Gautama Buddha (480 BCE – 400 BCE) was an aristocrat who eschewed materialism, in favour of spiritual reflection. He is the founder of Buddhism. Born in Tibet, the first Dalai Lama (1391 – 1474) started life as a shepherd, before studying as a monk and receiving a vision during meditation. Confucius (551 BCE – 479 BCE) was born in China. His profound teachings established Confucianism, which promotes personal and societal morality. Martin Luther King (1929 – 1969) was a Baptist minister, who became the most important figure in the American Civil Rights movement. Mother Teresa (1910 – 1997) was an Albanian-Indian Catholic nun, who was canonised for her missionary work."

Buddha, Confucius, Martin Luther King Jr., Mohandas Gandhi, Mother Teresa, The Dalai Lama (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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100 Quotes by the Dalaï Lama

"The current spiritual leader of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, the 14th Dalai Lama Tenzin Gyatso, is a passionate supporter of Buddhism and the rights of the Tibetan people, becoming a symbol of Tibetan nationhood for Tibetans everywhere. He is also famous for his words of wisdom which include 'Remember that the best relationship is one in which your love for each other exceeds your need for each other.', 'Silence is sometimes the best answer.' and 'Choose to be optimistic, it feels better.' This collection contains 100 of the Dalai Lama’s most celebrated quotes and is perfect for those interested in Buddhism. - Dalai Lama is a title given by the people of Tibet to the spiritual leader of the Gelug school of Tibetan Buddhism, which is the most dominant of the four major schools of Tibetan Buddhism. The current Dalai Lama, Tenzin Gyatso (born 1935), is the 14th and most celebrated. His wisdom is sought by many famous celebrities and world leaders, but he describes himself as 'a simple Buddhist monk'. The Dalai Lama has worked to overcome religious divisions in the exiled Tibetan community."

The Dalai Lama (Author), Brad Carty (Narrator)

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The Book of Joy

"Brought to you by Penguin. Two spiritual giants. Seven days. One timeless question. 'The ultimate source of happiness is within us.' DALAI LAMA 'We grow in kindness when our kindness is tested.' DESMOND TUTU Archbishop Desmond Tutu and the Dalai Lama have been friends for many, many years. Between them, they have endured exile, violence and oppression. And in the face of these hardships, they have continued to radiate compassion, humour and above all, joy. To celebrate His Holiness's eightieth birthday, Archbishop Tutu travelled to the Dalai Lama's home in Dharamsala. The two men spent a week discussing a single burning question: how do we find joy in the face of suffering? This book is a gift from two of the most important spiritual figures of our time. Full of love, warmth and hope, The Book of Joy offers us the chance to experience their journey from first embrace to final goodbye. © Dalai Lama & Desmond Tutu 2016 (P) Penguin Audio 2022"

Archbishop Desmond Tutu, The Dalai Lama (Author), Douglas Carlton Abrams, Francois Chau, Peter Francis James (Narrator)

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[German] - Kreisläufe des Klimawandels: Wie Klima Feedback Loops die Welt zerstören oder retten könn

"Klima-Feedback-Loops sind sich selbst verstärkende Kreisläufe. Drehen sie sich zu lange, können wir sie selbst dann nicht mehr stoppen, wenn wir jede CO2-Emission einstellen. Dann machen sie diesen Planeten ganz von selbst unbewohnbar. Und einige dieser Loops drehen sich bereits… Greta Thunberg und der Dalai Lama zeigen in diesem auf einem Gespräch zwischen ihnen basierenden Buch mit Hilfe mehrerer international renommierter Wissenschaftler nicht nur die Gefahr, die von den Klima-Feedback-Loops ausgeht. Sie haben auch eine gute Nachricht: Wir können diese Loops nicht nur stoppen, wir können sie sogar umdrehen und damit die Erde und ihre Atmosphäre wieder in ihren ursprünglichen natürlichen Zustand versetzen."

Greta Thunberg, The Dalai Lama (Author), Eve Lamell, Sebastian Pappenberger (Narrator)

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[Italian] - Amiamo il pianeta

"In tempi di riscaldamento globale, estinzione delle specie e crescente emergenza idrica sul nostro pianeta, particolarmente importanti sono i valori della cooperazione internazionale e della 'responsabilità universale', che il Dalai Lama chiede di abbracciare sempre più urgentemente. In questo libro, come mai prima d'ora, esorta i politici ad agire con determinazione dopo più di venti conferenze internazionali sul clima. Il Dalai Lama pensa di trasformare il suo Paese d'origine, il Tibet, nella più grande riserva naturale del mondo, in conformità con l'antica tradizione buddista tibetana: 'Il Tibet deve e può diventare un santuario smilitarizzato di pace e natura'. Perché 'la tecnologia da sola non basterà a salvarci', scrive Franz Alt. 'Soltanto unendo etica e tecnologia in una nuova responsabilità morale riusciremo forse a scongiurare il peggio. Tutti i problemi causati dall'uomo possono anche essere risolti dall'uomo.' © 2021 Giunti Editore S.p.A./Giunti"

Franz Alt, The Dalai Lama (Author), Mattia Bressan (Narrator)

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[Hebrew] - עקרונות הבודהיזם הטיבטי

"הדלאי-למה ה-14, מנהיגם הרוחני והפוליטי של הטיבטים. חתן פרס נובל לשלום שהוענק לו על מאבקו הלא אלים למען שחרור טיבט, נמלט בשנת 1959 מטיבט עם אלפים ממאמיניו, בעקבות הדיכוי הסיני האכזרי. כנזיר מלומד ואוהב שלום, נוסע הדלאי-למה בעולם במטרה להביא למודעות את סבלם הרב של הטיבטים, ולהעביר את דבר הבודהיזם וכוחה של החמלה. בסיוריו נפגש הדלאי-למה עם רבבות אנשים ומעביר להם את השקפותיו בנושאים כגון חברה, פוליטיקה ויחסי אנוש. בכל מקום המסר שלו אחיד – חשיבותם של חמלה, אהבה וסלחנות. קריאה בספר 'עקרונות הבודהיזם' הטיבטי דומה לטבילה באגם מים צלולים וזכים. ספרו של הדלאי-למה מוליך את הקורא צעד אחד פנימה אל תוך עולם של פשטות ושלווה."

The Dalai Lama (Author), עופר חי (Narrator)

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Genuine Happiness: Meditation as the Path to Fulfillment

"In today's overstimulated world, many are realizing that happiness gained through material wealth and frivolous conquests is short-lived. To achieve long-term happiness, you must access your own bountiful resources—housed in your heart and mind. In Genuine Happiness, longtime Buddhist practitioner Alan Wallace shows you the path to bliss. Drawing on more than three decades of study under His Holiness the Dalai Lama and sixty other teachers, as well as 2,500 years of Buddhist tradition, Alan Wallace guides you step by step through five simple yet powerful meditations to help you focus your mind and open your heart to true happiness. Featuring a foreword by the Dalai Lama, this book will help you discover that it is possible to experience genuine happiness every day. As you incorporate the meditations from Genuine Happiness into your life, you will discover that the joy you've sought has always been only a few meditative minutes away."

B. Alan Wallace, The Dalai Lama (Author), Basil Sands (Narrator)

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