The Book of Wisdom

The Heart of Tibetan Buddhism

By: Osho

Narrated by: Osho

Length: 47 hrs and 6 mins

Publisher's summary

Osho is known around the world for his pioneering contribution to meditation - the science of inner transformation - with the unique approach of his "Osho Active Meditations" acknowledging the accelerated pace of the contemporary world and bringing meditation into modern life.

Based on the Seven Points of Mind Training by the 11th-century Buddhist mystic Atisha, The Book of Wisdom removes the dust of tradition that has gathered around meditation, conveying the essential science and methodology of the practice with a freshness and spontaneity that is rarely found in contemporary spiritual works. The book is a guide for inner discipline and transformation that is also highly accessible, incorporating light, often humorous question-and-answer sessions between the author and his audience that help listeners make the practical connection between spiritual theory and meditation as a lifestyle.

In 28 talks alternating between commentaries on Atisha and responding to questions, Osho takes us into a world of wisdom.

©1979 Osho International Foundation (P)2015 Osho International Foundation

An Osho classic.

Covers a full range of practical wisdom. And the jokes are great too. Well worth the price.

More Than a Talk

In these 28 talks, given to an audience of sannyasins and seekers during his Poona One days, Osho does what he does best: sell enlightenment. With a combination of commentary on Atisha's Seven Points of Mind Training as well as Q&A sessions from his sannyasins, Osho not only brings Atisha's wisdom to life but also infuses it with his own tremendous clarity in classic Osho-fashion. 

Osho's vision is all-encompassing. He embraces all of the Masters and Mystics from the past in an effort to cast a wide net to pull his audience in. He is no different with Atisha. After illuminating sutras from Atisha, Osho then deconstructs questions from his listeners in a systematic logical fashion with a touch of poetry as well. This style is pure genius and mystic insight interwoven in one.

On a deeper level, Osho is performing spiritual alchemy on his listeners. He speaks so the listener can become quiet. For those who are sensitive enough, there is an energy-transmission taking place. Osho's words come from a deep place of silence within his own Being and this silence can be transformative. In truth, these talks are more of a Satsang (being with truth). Osho takes the listener on a pilgrimage - from mind to no-mind, from ego to Being. Not only are these talks engaging for the mind, but they keep the listener in tune for long enough to become attuned to the silence of the Master - the silence of Atisha, the silence of Osho, the same eternal silence of all those who have ever known. This is the true function of a Buddha.

Only if you have lots of worthless time

A ton of contradictions. Takes 10 minutes of repeating things to get a point across. Sorry, but no more OSHO for me. This was my first try given the other good reviews.

Now, even when I die, I'll have no regret

Osho at his best given discourses about Buddhism based on Atisha's sutras.

His interpretation is very inspiring and helpful for inner transformation.

what a beautiful thing!!!!!!

I have seen no more greater wisdom love and acceptance of what is that is not limited to one's way cleaver. i feel so great full for all that he Sher's and feel great selfish sadness that I will not get to meet such a human being in person!!. they are not words that one can produce to express what lays in this audio book
com and experience it for your self😊🌞🌸💕

Hurtsssss my earssssss

I wish i would have learned who he was before buying. And that way of talking is sooo ugh.

I'm in love with OSHO.

I take what I need and leave the rest, but most of it is a precious gem. I'm so grateful for his message and gift to my enlightenment.

Brilliant audiobook

Amazing. Absolutely amazing. One of his best works out of the many that I have listened to. Hundreds of times during the audiobook, I thought the sharpness of perception was pure genius and definitely a very impactful work

Life Changing

Just one word...AMAZING!!! It’s worth a second and a third listen. Just pure poetry.

Profound and hilarious

Bhagwan at his most joyful! There's so much laughter and general vibe that the listener is right there at the Ashram. Extremely insightful. An absolute must for seekers