Robert Thurman
Robert Thurman is a TED speaker who has written 1 quality-verified book, paired here with their talks.
Tenzin Robert Thurman became a Tibetan monk at age 24. He's a professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist studies at Columbia University, and co-founder of Tibet House US, a nonprofit dedicated to the preservation and promotion of Tibetan civilization.Thurman's focus is on the balance between inner insight and cultural harmony. In interpreting the teachings of Buddha, he argues that happiness can be reliable and satisfying in an enduring way without depriving others.He has translated many Buddhist Sutras, or teachings, and written many books, recently taking on the topic of Anger for the recent Oxford series on the seven deadly sins. He maintains a podcast on Buddhist topics. And yes, he is Uma's dad.
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What books has Robert Thurman written?
Robert Thurman has written 1 book in the Books Worth Reading catalogue: "The Jewel Tree of Tibet". It is quality-verified and paired with their TED talk.
What does Robert Thurman write about?
Robert Thurman's books on Books Worth Reading cover Philosophy & Religion.
What is Robert Thurman known for?
Robert Thurman occupies a rare position in contemporary Buddhist scholarship and teaching, bringing together rigorous academic training with deep monastic practice to illuminate how ancient Tibetan wisdom speaks to modern life. His intellectual contribution centers on a democratizing vision of Buddh...
What is Robert Thurman's TED talk?
Robert Thurman's most-watched TED talk is "We can be Buddhas" (2007). It is paired with their book on Books Worth Reading.