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Available
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Publication
Dharma Publishing: Edition: 1St Edition, Hardcover, 244 pages, 1983.
Description
This biography of Yeshe Tsogyal, the closest disciple of Padmasambhava, is written by one of her fellow disciples. The book tells the dramatic story of her flight from home, her life as a queen of Tibet, the stages of her spiritual training, and her enlightened accomplishments. The most important woman in the Nyingma lineage, she received all of Padmasambhava's teachings and was instrumental in transmitting them to future generations. This text demonstrates the qualities and attitudes essential for the pursuit of the Vajrayana. A rediscovered Terma text. Adopted for courses at five universities. Includes full color thankas, line drawings, map, and glossary.
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LibraryThing member Ogmin
Translated from the Tibetan, a beautiful biography of Yeshe Tsogyal, consort and main devotee of Padmasambhava. Includes graphically psychedelic descriptions of visionary dakini-lands. Only recommended for those with an uncommon interest and passion for the teachings of Guru Rinpoche.
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Physical description
244 p.; 9.9 inches
ISBN
0913546909 / 9780913546901
Local notes
Gift Inscription from Tom (Williams) to Anna (Korn)
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