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Confucius, Buddha, Jesus, and Muhammad

Written by: Mark W. Muesse, The Great Courses
Narrated by: Mark W. Muesse
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No understanding of human life, individual or collective, could be complete without factoring in the role and contribution of these history-shaping teachers. Now, this 36-lecture series takes you deep into the life stories and legacies of these four iconic figures, revealing the core teachings, and thoughts of each, and shedding light on the historical processes that underlie their phenomenal, enduring impact.

Speaking from multilevel personal experience with these teachings, Professor Muesse leads you in an inquiry with a dynamic double thrust.

First, you'll get the chance to reflect in depth on the most essential values of spirituality and the art of living, seen from four archetypal perspectives. Second, you'll delve into the historical contexts and individual lives of the four sages, and how the religious and philosophical traditions we associate with them came into being. The lectures serve as a unique window on the origins of these traditions, through their focus on the teachings, actions, and historical roles of the sages who inspired them. In uncovering the original wisdom and practices of each sage, you'll grapple with key questions. How did each man understand the nature of the universe? How did each envision the human self? What did they each see as the path to true self-realization? In words reflecting profound and compassionate insight, these lectures bring the teachings vividly alive as they speak to their essential purpose and as they shed light on the choices we all face, moment by moment, in living deliberately and savoring life to the fullest.

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Insight into greatest minds of all times

The series of lectures provides vivid insight into life and thoughts of the greatest teachers of all times. Anyone and everyone can surely find something of relevance to improve the quality of his or her life. Great book for all believers and non believers

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wow! it was wisdom all over once the Book started

wow! it was wisdom all over once the Book started. Wisdom is what one needs to avail in Lofe, rest is Anicca, the Office Impermanence.

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Gives good insight into religion

I was able to understand these leaders better. Really written with an open mind and heart

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Good and engaging overview

I don't practice any religion associated with the 4 great teachers discussed here, still I thoroughly enjoyed the course. I particularly liked Buddha and Muhammad description. Thanks Mr. Mark!

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The best I have ever heard. Lucid and Informative

The clarity of thought and the structure of the course is unparalleled. The clarity of thought and the lucidity makes it the best I have ever heard. For the first time, I could understand the key similarities and differences between all these great men.

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An exhilarating experience of the deep dive

The content is obviously well researched. Having read a little about Gautama Buddha's teachings and having attended a vipassana camp, what i heard on the topic made great sense. The smooth voice and flawless narration enhances the experience to a spiritual level. A great course indeed.

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