An appeal to the world : the way to peace in a time of division

Title:

Appell des Dalai Lama an die Welt. English

Author:

Bstan-ʼdzin-rgya-mtsho, Dalai Lama XIV, 1935- author.

Publication Information:

New York, NY : William Morrow, an imprint of HarperCollinsPublishers, 2017.

Edition:

First William Morrow hardcover.

Format:

Books

Physical Description:

vii, 112 pages : illustration ; 19 cm

General Note:

Originally published in a slightly different form as Der Appell des Dalai Lama an die Welt in Germany in 2015.

English translation of: Appell des Dalai Lama an die Welt.

Contents:

Preface: "I don't have any enemies" / by Franz Alt -- An appeal by the Dalai Lama for secular ethics and peace -- Educating the heart: a conversation with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. On President Trump ; On overcoming division ; On nationalism ; On the refugee crisis ; On the education of the heart ; On spirituality ; On religion ; On global responsibility ; On secular ethics ; On neuroscience ; On compassion ; On the science of meditation ; On happiness ; On mortality ; On world peace ; On gender equality ; On inner values ; On mindfulness ; On the essence of religion ; On war ; On the next generation ; On the future of Tibet ; On China ; On human rights in Tibet ; On political resistance ; On freedom for Tibet ; On the preservation of Tibetan culture ; On the return of the Dalai Lama -- The Dalai Lama story: an inspiring life ; The Dalai Lama: a life in dates.

Summary:

The Dalai Lama "outlines both the inward and outward paths to peace, addressing a wide range of contemporary topics--from war, climate change, and materialism to meditation, universal ethics, and even neuroscience."--Jacket.

In this brief yet profound address to global humanity, His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet reveals that we all hold the seeds of world peace within us: "I see with ever greater clarity that our spiritual well-being depends," the Nobel Peace Prize winner writes, "on our innate human nature, our natural affinity for goodness, compassion, and caring for others." Already a major international bestseller, An Appeal to the World, the new book by one of the most revered spiritual leaders of our time, outlines both the inward and outward paths to peace, addressing a wide range of contemporary topics--from the rise of nationalism, Trump presidency, refugee crisis, climate catastrophes, and materialism to meditation, universal ethics, and even neuroscience. Here is a small book that can truly change the world. -- Provided by publisher.

Subject Term:

Peace-building -- International cooperation.

Ethics.

Human rights.

Religion and ethics.

Peace-building -- China -- Tibet Autonomous Region.

Geographic Term:

Tibet Autonomous Region (China) -- Politics and government.

Added Author:

Alt, Franz, 1938-

ISBN:

9780062835536

Document ID:

SD_ILS:3688538

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"Makes the case for unity in a world rife with divisions." --New York Times Book Review

Already a major international bestseller, An Appeal to the World, the new book by one of the most revered spiritual leaders of our time, outlines both the inward and outward paths to peace, addressing a wide range of contemporary topics--from the rise of nationalism, Trump presidency, refugee crisis, climate catastrophes, and materialism to meditation, universal ethics, and even neuroscience. Here is a small book that can truly change the world.

Reviews (2)

Booklist Review

According to his coauthor, Alt, the Dalai Lama, in various surveys, has been voted the nicest person in the world. And no wonder if this book an extended interview with the man known to the world as His Holiness is any evidence. To one question from Alt, for example, he answers, I am mainly preoccupied by the desire to contribute to the good of humanity. Interestingly enough, this is less in the context of religion, as one would expect, than of secular ethics. The Dalai Lama has come to believe, as is stressed repeatedly throughout this small book, ethics are more important than religion. We are not members of a particular religion at birth. But ethics are innate. As are, he goes on to affirm, love, benevolence, and affection. In realizing these ideals, he stresses the need for mindfulness and for more listening, contemplation, and meditation (he meditates four hours per day). Always inspiring and accessible, this lovely book is, itself, readers will discover, worth meditation and contemplation.--Cart, Michael Copyright 2017 Booklist

Library Journal Review

This small book, dedicated to the complex subject of human behavior, is based on a recent conversation German journalist Alt had with Tibetan Buddhist spiritual leader, His Holiness the Dalai Lama. Alt's relationship with the Dalai Lama has spanned more than 35 years and 15 television interviews. The Dalai Lama has been focused on contemplating ethics as an important concept to consider in improving world peace, and his belief that "ethics are innate" goes beyond belonging to a particular religion. Secular ethics, as described here, do not center on superficial or material values; instead, they include inner values such as mindfulness, compassion, training the mind, and a pursuit of happiness. The authors explain how patience, forbearance, humility, and generosity are essential components of secular ethics. This revolution in thinking has the potential to increase empathy and compassion, as life is interdependent and our actions have global impacts. VERDICT This concise book takes on monumental themes, such as questioning the value of materialistic and shortsighted thinking in human behavior, and is recommended for anyone interested in exploring secular ethics.-Gary Medina, El Camino Coll., Torrance, CA © Copyright 2017. Library Journals LLC, a wholly owned subsidiary of Media Source, Inc. No redistribution permitted.

Franz Alt

Preface: "I Don't Have Any Enemies"	p. 1
An Appeal by the Dalai Lama for Secular Ethics and Peace	p. 7
Educating the Heart: A Conversation with His Holiness the Dalai Lama	p. 15
On President Trump	p. 16
On Overcoming Division	p. 20
On Nationalism	p. 22
On the Refugee Crisis	p. 24
On the Education of the Heart	p. 26
On Spirituality	p. 30
On Religion	p. 32
On Global Responsibility	p. 36
On Secular Ethics	p. 40
On Neuroscience	p. 44
On Compassion	p. 46
On the Science of Meditation	p. 50
On Happiness	p. 52
On Mortality	p. 56
On World Peace	p. 60
On Gender Equality	p. 64
On Inner Values	p. 66
On Mindfulness	p. 68
On the Essence of Religion	p. 72
On War	p. 76
On the Next Generation	p. 78
On the Future of Tibet	p. 80
On China	p. 82
On Human Rights in Tibet	p. 86
On Political Resistance	p. 88
On Freedom for Tibet	p. 92
On the Preservation of Tibetan Culture	p. 96
On the Return of the Dalai Lama	p. 98
The Dalai Lama Story: An Inspiring Life	p. 101
The Dalai Lama: A Life in Dates	p. 109

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