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Buddhism

Useful texts

Dhammapada – an ancient collection of proverbs, adages, and general reflections on the nature of life and its ills from a Buddhist perspective.
In the Buddha's Words – an excellent overview of Buddhist scripture by Bhikkhu Bodhi, fairly contemporary
What the Buddha Taught – another overview of Buddhist thought by a contemporary monk
Right Mindfulness (Thanissaro Bhikkhu) – a good intro to Buddhist meditation
Right Concentration (Leigh Brasington) – another good intro to Buddhist meditation
The Mind Illuminated – A course on meditation that's well-suited for modern audiences, less based on traditional practice and scriptures.