Place's Buddha Deck/Book

**herself** · 29-01-2012

Hi guys,

I've got Robert Place's Buddha deck on order, and have been wondering whether the companion book is a must have? My knowledge of buddhism isn't extensive, however the general tenets, and information is pretty readily available online.

I guess my question is - for those of you who have it, do you think it was a worthwhile purchase? Or was there sufficient information in the LWB?

Thanks

Herself

**Lee** · 29-01-2012

Definitely worthwhile -- if you are going to do anything more than superficial readings, you really need the book. It's a great book, very large and substantial, worth the money.

**Le Fanu** · 29-01-2012

I always imagined that any book on Buddhism would make sense with this deck. I have a wonderful biography of Buddha, a tiny hardbacked book of his life and teachings. I also have another book of Buddhist esays on Buddhist thinking... That's why I'd never bought the book.

**Bhavana** · 29-01-2012

I have the deck (it's my favorite) and use it mostly to read for myself, or for meditation. The LWB that comes with it is pretty decent, but I think the book would be very helpful, and plan to order it. As Le Fanu mentioned, any book on buddhism would be helpful.

**herself** · 30-01-2012

Cool, thanks all. Can't wait to get this deck in my hot little hands!

1Eleven · 30-01-2012

I just started reading the companion guide this week and highly recommend it.

**sapienza** · 30-01-2012

I have the book but not the deck. I'd recommend reading it simply because it's written by Robert Place.

What I love about the book though is how he discusses both western mysticism and Neo-Platonism and then compares how this fits with the life and teaching of the Buddha. If you are interested in how eastern and western traditions come together it's a great read.

Carla · 30-01-2012

The LWB is very good with this deck, but the companion book is also good. I wouldn't say it's a must have. I used to have both the deck and the book but gave them away.

Saturness · 30-01-2012

This deck is VERY nice! It's beautiful and you can see that Robert Place (as usual) did his homework. Although you can use it with the LWB only, the book is essential if you wish to understand the deck and its symbolism.

I DO recommend, however, that you read this thread that points to some 'problems' people found in the deck. It's no to de-enable you (I personally LOVE the Buddha tarot), but for you to see another point of view. There's also some people defending it, so it may help you to make up your mind about it!

This deck is going OOP now, so if you come across it for a good price, buy it!

**sapienza** · 30-01-2012

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Originally Posted by Marina

This deck is going OOP now, so if you come across it for a good price, buy it!

I've never felt I needed the deck.....but now you've reminded me it will eventually be impossible to find......maybe....damn!

herself Resident Join Date: 30 Jan 2010 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 956	Place's Buddha Deck/Book Hi guys, I've got Robert Place's Buddha deck on order, and have been wondering whether the companion book is a must have? My knowledge of buddhism isn't extensive, however the general tenets, and information is pretty readily available online. I guess my question is - for those of you who have it, do you think it was a worthwhile purchase? Or was there sufficient information in the LWB? Thanks Herself __________________ We are the trees whom shaking fastens more. - George Herbert

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herself Resident Join Date: 30 Jan 2010 Location: Wellington, New Zealand Posts: 956	Cool, thanks all. Can't wait to get this deck in my hot little hands! __________________ We are the trees whom shaking fastens more. - George Herbert

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Carla Citizen Join Date: 13 Dec 2009 Location: Warwickshire, United Kingdom Posts: 6,896	The LWB is very good with this deck, but the companion book is also good. I wouldn't say it's a must have. I used to have both the deck and the book but gave them away. __________________ One Deck Wonder - Tarot of the Sidhe and Froud Faeries' Oracle - Beltane to Summer Solstice 2013

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Lee Citizen Join Date: 18 Oct 2001 Location: USA Posts: 3,749	Definitely worthwhile -- if you are going to do anything more than superficial readings, you really need the book. It's a great book, very large and substantial, worth the money.

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Le Fanu Citizen Join Date: 10 Feb 2008 Location: Somewhere Spooky Posts: 13,923	I always imagined that any book on Buddhism would make sense with this deck. I have a wonderful biography of Buddha, a tiny hardbacked book of his life and teachings. I also have another book of Buddhist esays on Buddhist thinking... That's why I'd never bought the book.

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Bhavana Citizen Join Date: 20 Feb 2007 Location: northeastern USA Posts: 3,230	I have the deck (it's my favorite) and use it mostly to read for myself, or for meditation. The LWB that comes with it is pretty decent, but I think the book would be very helpful, and plan to order it. As Le Fanu mentioned, any book on buddhism would be helpful.

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1Eleven Citizen Join Date: 24 Nov 2011 Location: New Jersey, USA Posts: 180	I just started reading the companion guide this week and highly recommend it.

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sapienza curious Join Date: 27 Oct 2001 Location: Australia Posts: 3,575	I have the book but not the deck. I'd recommend reading it simply because it's written by Robert Place. What I love about the book though is how he discusses both western mysticism and Neo-Platonism and then compares how this fits with the life and teaching of the Buddha. If you are interested in how eastern and western traditions come together it's a great read.

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Saturness Citizen Join Date: 21 Apr 2005 Location: Brazil Posts: 8,846	This deck is VERY nice! It's beautiful and you can see that Robert Place (as usual) did his homework. Although you can use it with the LWB only, the book is essential if you wish to understand the deck and its symbolism. I DO recommend, however, that you read this thread that points to some 'problems' people found in the deck. It's no to de-enable you (I personally LOVE the Buddha tarot), but for you to see another point of view. There's also some people defending it, so it may help you to make up your mind about it! This deck is going OOP now, so if you come across it for a good price, buy it!

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