Sharp. Witty. Grounding.

In What Makes You Not a Buddhist, Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche dismantles common misconceptions about Buddhism with humor, directness, and insight. He explains that being Buddhist isn’t about incense, vegetarianism, malas, or meditation apps — it’s about deeply accepting the Four Seals of Dharma:

1. All compounded things are impermanent.

2. All emotions are pain.

3. All phenomena are empty.

4. Nirvana is beyond concepts.

Accessible yet profound, this book is both a challenge and an invitation. It’s not about adopting exotic rituals but about shifting your worldview. Whether you’re new to Buddhism, in recovery, or deepening your practice, Rinpoche’s words cut through spiritual window-dressing to reveal the heart of Dharma.

• Paperback edition

• Author: Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche

• Publisher: Shambhala Publications

• Pages: ~144

• Language: English

✨ A perfect read for seekers who want clarity, not clichés.