The Medicine Buddha: A Himalayan Journey

Classical healing systems are repositories of valuable insights into urgent medical problems. These philosophies teach the interrelatedness of body and Earth, inseparability of consciousness and matter and our relationship with plants. The vision of Sange Menla, the emanation of the Buddha as a celestial physician represents an ecologically renewed world, purified by love and governed by wisdom. This book shares the teachings of the ancient book shares the teachings of the ancient knowledge which shows us the path to collective well-being and global ecological health. A search for medical teachings from Tibetan and Ayurvedic doctors, led David Crow, acupuncturist and herbalist to Nepal, where he used his newfound knowledge to treat a diverse clientele. A colouful and captivating story of adventure, exploration and self-discovery, In search of the Medicine Buddha, describes Crow’s journey into the wonders of Himalayan herbology and spirituality. Appealing to all those interested in exotic places and genuine mystical encounters, this decade-long search for authentic medical wisdom evokes the beauty and wonder of a faraway land and reveals a hidden world of powerful and important healing knowledge.