Into the Mirror
A Buddhist Journey through Mind, Matter, and the Nature of Reality
by Andy Karr
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Pub Date May 23 2023 | Archive Date May 30 2023
Shambhala Publications, Inc. | Shambhala
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Description
Into the Mirror combines contemporary Western inquiries into the nature of consciousness, with classical Buddhist investigations into the nature of mind, to offer deep insights into the nature of reality. Andy Karr invites the reader to make this a personal, experiential journey through study, contemplation, and meditation.
The first part of the book presents the Mahayana Buddhist approach to the path of freedom from suffering. It explores foundational teachings, such as the four truths, the notion of enlightenment, and the practice of meditation, from a fresh perspective. The second part deconstructs assumptions about mind and the material world using easily understood tools from contemporary Western philosophy. Part three presents a series of contemplative practices, ethics, and insights, starting with the Middle Way teachings on emptiness and interdependence, through Yogachara’s subtle understanding of non-duality, to the view that buddha nature is already within us to be revealed rather than something external to be acquired.
Into the Mirror concludes with a call to cultivate compassion for beings and the environment right within this world of illusion.
Available Editions
| EDITION | Other Format |
| ISBN | 9781645471646 |
| PRICE | $21.95 (USD) |
| PAGES | 272 |
Available on NetGalley
Featured Reviews
Mark K, Educator
"Into the Mirror" is a groundbreaking book that delves into the intersection of Western philosophy and Buddhist teachings. It presents a powerful method for exploring the way our minds construct our worlds while examining the materialism of modern society. The book offers deep insights into the nature of reality, with the first part focusing on foundational teachings such as the four truths, the notion of enlightenment, and the practice of meditation from a fresh perspective. In the second part, the book deconstructs assumptions about mind and the material world using easily understood tools from contemporary Western philosophy. Finally, the book presents a series of contemplative practices, ethics, and insights, from the Middle Way teachings on emptiness and interdependence to the view that Buddha nature is already within us to be revealed. The book concludes with a call to cultivate compassion for beings and the environment within this world of illusion.
What makes "Into the Mirror" a must-read is its engaging and provocative writing style, which interweaves contemporary writings on consciousness with those of ancient sources, making our path to a deeper understanding of reality stimulating and potentially transformative. The book presents critical insights and reflections that help us deconstruct materialist and reductionist ideas that pervade modernity, making us suffer unnecessarily from misguided views that engender dissatisfaction and unhappiness. Through this book, readers can make this a personal, experiential journey through study, contemplation, and meditation. It is a timely and important guide for twenty-first-century Buddhist practitioners who aspire to follow the Buddha’s path to awakening.
Josie S, Reviewer
Into the Mirror, by Andy Karr, details the Mahayana Buddhist approach to transformation. The book shares comprehensive information from both Eastern and Western wisdom, and builds logically, providing valuable guidance to help the reader explore the intrinsic basis of personal suffering and a way to freedom.
Karr capably presents the reader with ideas to ponder over, which may challenge them to investigate their understanding of reality and use the practical approaches described to uncover their true nature.
Thank you to NetGalley and Shambhala Publications for a review copy in exchange for my honest opinion.
