Featured Interview With Thích Quang Trí
Tell us a little about yourself. Where were you raised? Where do you live now?
I am an American Buddhist monk living at the Phuoc Hue Buddhist Temple of San Antonio (Texas). Though I have a love/hate relationship with Texas, it is still home. I’ve written a few books, most notably “The Buddha Journey: Questions & Answers for the Awakening Mind” and “Meditations: Aspirations & Reflections for a Happier Life.”
At what age did you realize your fascination with books? When did you start writing?
I’ve loved reading and writing for as long as I can remember! I’ve always had several bookshelves in my room my entire life. Actually, for most of my adult life, I’ve always made space somewhere in my home that acted as a library. In either my bedroom or in my office, I would have three bookshelves: one shelf of books I’ve read and really enjoyed, one shelf of books I’ve read but want to read again, and a shelf of books I haven’t read yet. The last shelf is currently overflowing…
Who are your favorite authors to read? What is your favorite genre to read. Who Inspires you in your writings?
I don’t really have a “favorite” anything, honestly. My taste is very eclectic. Of course, as a monk, all my reading is specifically in the genre of religion and spirituality.
Tell us a little about your latest book?
The Buddha Journey: Questions & Answers for the Awakening Mind (2nd edition), is an invaluable book full of wisdom for those curious or new to Buddhism, or even if you’re a seasoned practitioner and want to learn something from a new perspective and point of view. Part one of the book covers all your most important basics: the history of the Buddha’s life and enlightenment, the Four Noble Truths, Eightfold Path, Dependent Origination, Karma, and Meditation. Part two includes over 100 questions on various topics like: compassion, meditation, enlightenment, lists and numbers, and more!
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