The Tibetan Book of the Dead

by Padmasambhava

1992

Description

In this classic scripture of Tibetan Buddhism-traditionally read aloud to the dying to help them attain liberation-death and rebirth are seen as a process that provides an opportunity to recognize the true nature of mind. This translation of The Tibetan Book of the Dead emphasizes the practical advice that the book offers to the living. The insightful commentary by Ch gyam Trungpa, written in clear, concise language, explains what the text teaches us about human psychology. This book will be of interest to people concerned with death and dying, as well as those who seek greater spiritual understanding in everyday life.

Library's review

In this classic of the world's religious literature-traditionally read aloud to the dying-death and rebirth are seen as a process that offers the possibility of attaining ultimate liberation. This unabridged translation emphasizes the practical advice that the book offers to the living. The
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insightful commentary by the renowned meditation master Chogyam Trungpa explains what the scripture teaches about human psychology.

Contents

Editor's note
Foreword by Chogyam Trungpa
Introduction by Francesca Fremantle
Commentary by Chogyam Trungpa
The Tibetan Book of the Dead
Notes
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User reviews

LibraryThing member Anagarika
An interesting, and informative, read.

ISBN

877736758

Publication

Shambhala Boston & London
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