Gere is the most conspicuous of the socalled celebrity buddhists, a position he has used to make known the suffering of tibet under chinese oppression and. Buddhism tibetan gere is the most conspicuous of the socalled celebrity buddhists, a position he has used to make. The buddha is a 2010 pbs documentary directed by david grubin and narrated by richard gere. Richard geres buddhism part this is a wonderful video with 4 parts but worth it. Actor richard gere is best known for his roles in over 40 films, but few may be aware he is also an avid photographer and collector. He is in the documentary with richard gere entitled, discovering buddhism. Oct 10, 2006 a moving book of pictures chronicles tibet pilgrim.
Richard gere to receive the hollywood career achievement. The man people magazine once designated as the sexiest man alive has been a follower of buddhism since he was in his 20s. This is the area where gautama buddha lived and taught, and the main sites connected to his life are now important places of pilgrimage for both buddhists and hindus. Richard gere explains how buddhism is different everyman. The film follows the story of the gautama buddhas life and discusses the history and teachings of buddhism. Sponsoring dharma books is important to metranslation, publishingbut i think the most important thing i can do is help sponsor teachings. Oversize hard cover art book buddhism tibetan photos. Richard gere in bodh gaya for dalai lamas discourse. Gere, richard 1949actor richard gere has evolved from a typically brash young leading man, whose career was based primarily on his sexy good looks, into a devoted buddhist and champion of oppressed people. The sixtyfive striking photographs collected in this book document geres extensive travels in india, nepal, zanskar, and tibet the work of a mature artist exploring subject matter that is close to his heart.
With a foreword by his holiness the dalai lama, the book is gere s personal vision of this ancient and spiritual world. Mar 07, 2002 testifying before a hearing on march 7, 2002, ict chairman richard gere said the united states congress needs to strengthen its support to the dalai lama in his effort to resolve the issue of tibet through dialogue with the chinese leadership. This is a wonderful video with 4 parts but worth it. Pilgrim photographs by richard gere art book buddhism. In this clip from the dvd extras of when the iron bird flies. The way of a pilgrim and the pilgrim continues his way the way of a pilgrim and the pilgrim continues his way shambhala classics scott pilgrim, vol. What is less well known is that gere has long been a serious and accomplished photographer. Pilgrim by richard gere, dalai lama foreword by alibris. Discovering buddhism module 8 establishing a daily practice duration. It has thus been arranged along a route that might have been followed by pilgrims. Narrated by kate hardie directed by asif zubairy features susan blakemore, nicholas vreeland and nagaraja. Treasure tibets buddhist murals in color and lifesize resolution with the sumo book signed by his holiness the 14th dalai lama. Pilgrim photographs by richard gere art book buddhism tibetan. Gere is the most conspicuous of the socalled celebrity buddhists, a position he has used to make known the suffering of tibet under chinese oppression and the tragedy of tibetan exiles, including his friend and teacher, the dalai lama, but it will come as a surprise to many that gere spends an equal, if not greater, amount of time behind the camera as he does in front.
Off screen gere is an accomplished photographer, pianist and music writer. The sixtyfive striking photographs collected in this book document gere s extensive travels in india, nepal, zanskar, and tibet the work of a mature artist exploring subject matter that is close to his heart. They document his trips through india, nepal and tibet, and his own spiritual journey. Signed by his holiness the 14th dalai lama, the book is a revelation for. He contributed some of his writing for the book, we are one.
Pilgrim richard geres book of photos, pilgrim isbn. Richard gere has pursued and developed an interest in photography since childhood. I have long enjoyed richard gere as a film actor, not least for his light touch and excellent timing. Richard gere 1966 yearbook northmen north syracuse central. Gere, a devout buddhist and a friend of the dalai lamas for decades, came to india to participate in the teaching without a typical movie star entourage and stayed nearby at. Memorable quotes and exchanges from movies, tv series and more. The value of this book is that it brings many central teachings together in a. This translation by chogyam trungpa and francesca fremantle is read by actor richard gere. American actor richard gere whose real name is richard tiffany gere, winner of emmy awards and golden globes, has another identity in the world of spiritualism, far apart from the rest of the worldly life and fame. The forward and introduction to this book is quite sobering. As for your quote of reeves saying, i am not a buddhist, your source is from 1994 right after he finished filming little buddha. At this point he is a relatively wellknown practitioner of buddhism.
Everyman richard geres buddhism tv episode 2003 quotes on imdb. This book is the second volume of a trilogy written by hh the dalai lama. Richard tiffany gere is an american actor and producer. Testifying before a hearing on march 7, 2002, ict chairman richard gere said the united states congress needs to strengthen its support to the dalai lama in his effort to resolve the issue of tibet through dialogue with the chinese leadership.
Perhaps it is due to his experience in film, perhaps as a result of his practice as a buddhist, maybe just because the openness of his sharing is felt in his work, regardless of the medium. Richard geres most popular book is the little prince. Discovering buddhism module 8 establishing a daily practice. Richard gere, for most of us, is the immensely popular star of pretty woman and many more movies. Everyman richard geres buddhism tv episode 2003 quotes. The tibetan book of the dead is a classic text of liberation and the practice of preparing for death as a path to recognize the true nature of the mind. All proceeds are donated to the gere foundation that supports humanitarian causes throughout the world. Pilgrim by richard gere, 9780821223222, available at book depository. So i came to it through western philosophers, basically bishop berkeley. Pilgrims francis eaton, john billington, george soule, richard warren. But before that, i was engaged in philosophical pursuit in school. The first volume is the buddhism of tibet and the third one is the middle wayfait grounded in reason. Established by richard gere, the foundation provides philanthropic assistance to the causes and groups whose work represents the humanitarian goals he has long supported.
Everyman richard geres buddhism tv episode 2003 imdb. Feb 05, 2012 everyman profile of actor and buddhist richard gere from 2003. His love for the country and its gentle, cruelly oppressed people, shows well in this large book. Richard gere on buddhism and parenthood film the guardian. Gere spared no expense in production, for the book is beautifully. This list includes both formal teachers of buddhism, and people notable in other areas who are publicly buddhist or who have espoused buddhism. Richard gere 1966 yearbook northmen north syracuse. More than 7,000 tibetan pilgrims who had come had already been forced back to china without seeing the dalai lama, which for many is a. Practicing compassion in everyday life, on librarything. Richard gere photographer photographs, photographers and. With a foreword by his holiness the dalai lama, the book is geres personal vision of this ancient and spiritual world.
The book you hold in your hands is the story of how great spiritual practitioners from tibet, like the. Richard gere photographer photographs, photographers. Everyman profile of actor and buddhist richard gere from 2003. Books by richard gere author of universe in a single atom. The 65 striking photos collected here document geres extensive travels in india, nepal, zanskar, and tibet.
Geres first book, pilgrim, published in 1997 by little, brown and company, is a collection of images that represent his twentyfiveyear journey into buddhism. Following is a powerful excerpt from this recording. May 14, 20 pilgrim richard geres book of photos, pilgrim isbn. Actor richard gere is best known for his roles in over 40 films, but few may. His first book, pilgrim, is a collection of images that. Jun 06, 2002 screen legend richard gere talks to libby brooks about buddhism, parenthood and playing the lothario libby brooks thu 6 jun 2002 23. Tina turner talks about nichiren buddhism and chants a prayer everyman. Screen legend richard gere talks to libby brooks about buddhism, parenthood and playing the lothario libby brooks thu 6 jun 2002 23. Pretty woman pianovocalguitar songbook julia roberts richard gere. This is a list of notable buddhists, encompassing all the major branches of the religion i. Richard gere has 31 books on goodreads with 3389 ratings. Actor richard gere is well known for his outspoken defense of the tibetan pe. Tibetan buddhism arrives in the west, richard gere talks about being a buddhist, meeting the dalai lama and the importance of compassion and inclusion in todays world.
Pilgrim by richard gere meet your next favorite book. Goodbar 1977 and a starring role in days of heaven 1978. David emery is an internet folklore expert, and debunker of urban legends, hoaxes, and popular misconceptions. The following people are all converts to buddhism, sorted alphabetically by family name. Gere foundation is a nonprofit taxexempt organization incorporated under section 501c3 in the united states. Pilgrim by richard gere and a great selection of related books, art and collectibles available now at. Pilgrim photographs by richard gere art book buddhism tibetan photos dalai lama. To purchase a copy of the dvd of the complete film, go to. An outspoken human rights advocate, gere is a student and friend of his holiness the dalai lama. Search for library items search for lists search for. Humanitarian and actor richard gere was born on august 31, 1949, in philadelphia, the second of five children of doris ann tiffany, a homemaker, and homer george gere, an insurance salesman, both mayflower descendants. However, many countries that are or were predominantly. He came to prominence with his role in the film american gigolo 1980, which established him as a leading man and a sex symbol.
Im in kind of a unique position in that i do have some cash in my foundation, so im able to offer some front money to various groups to help them get projects started. Narrator richard gere view larger richard gere is an internationally renowned film actor, dedicated social activist, and committed philanthropist. He began in films in the 1970s, playing a supporting role in looking for mr. Little do his fans and others know that behind the seductive screen appearance is a sensitive soul, a politically aware, and a passionate human being. Richard gere, for most of us, is the immensely popular star of pretty woman and. The photos depict a way of life that seems to be on its way out if the tibetans are not liberated from. Pilgrim by richard gere book actor and director richard gere makes a tongueincheek. Gere s first book, pilgrim, published in 1997 by little, brown and company, is a collection of images that represent his twentyfiveyear journey into buddhism. Superb images and the print quality of the book largely make them justice. Reproduced on luxurious uncoated stock in an oversized format, the photographs in pilgrim bring to life an ancient and spirituality vital worldand share gere s very personal vision. The images which capture the rarely glimpsed rites and shrines of tibetan buddhism a.
The most important places in buddhism are located in the gangetic plains of northern india and southern nepal, in the area between new delhi and rajgir. Everyman richard gere s buddhism tv episode 2003 quotes on imdb. Richard is the pilgrim and we are fortunate to be able to see things in a way he does. Actor richard gere is well known for his outspoken defense of the tibetan people, his buddhist beliefs, and his friendship with the dalai lama. Richard geres foreword to in the shadow of the buddha. Reproduced on luxurious uncoated stock in an oversized format, the photographs in pilgrim bring to life an ancient and spirituality vital worldand share geres very personal vision. Ict chairman richard gere testifies on tibet before. Richard started early as a musician, playing a number of instruments in high school and writing music for high school. The tibetan book of the dead read by actor richard gere. A buddhist, and a vegetarian, he has supported, among his various causes, the. One, when i actually encountered the written dharma, and two, when i met a teacher. Practitioners consider buddhism either a religion, or a philosophy or a science firstperson science. Hollywood star richard gere on sunday joined a threeday course on buddhism by tibetan spiritual leader the dalai lama in bihars bodh gaya, the holiest buddhist site.
Richard gere tibetan buddhism had an enormous impact on. His first book, pilgrim, published in 1997 by little, brown and company, is a collection of images that represent his twentyfive year journey into buddhism. This is a volume of the photographs he has taken in the last 15 years of his friendship with and study under the dalai lama. Rather, this piece is about gere the photographer, a man who has been a long time devotee of tibetan buddhism and documents his faith here. Recounts the life of the buddha and presents the tenets of buddhism.
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