Robert Thurman

Robert Thurman

7 books

About the Author

Robert Thurman is a renowned scholar, author, and translator of Tibetan Buddhist texts, serving as the Jey Tsong Khapa Professor of Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies at Columbia University. A close friend and student of the Dalai Lama, he has dedicated his life to bridging Eastern wisdom with Western thought, making profound spiritual teachings accessible to modern audiences. Thurman founded the Tibet House U.S. and has authored numerous books that explore the intersections of philosophy, spirituality, and culture. His work emphasizes the transformative power of compassion and wisdom in addressing contemporary global challenges, drawing from centuries-old Tibetan traditions to inspire personal and societal enlightenment.

Writing style
scholarly accessible inspirational

Books by Robert Thurman