The ten pillars of Buddhism are ten ethical principles which together provide a comprehensive guide to the moral dimension of human life. This exploration aims to provide readers with a source of stimulation and insight in their quest for ethical standards by which to live their lives. The author was born in London, travelled to India as a young man and was ordained as a Buddhist monk, and has been writing about and teaching Buddhism for over 40 years. He founded the world-wide Friends of the Western Buddhist Order and is the author of more than 30 books.