Opening the Treasure of the Profound
Teachings on the Songs of Jigten Sumgon and Milarepa
$42.04
- Paperback
320 pages
- Release Date
1 October 2013
Summary
Spiritual teachings in the form of spontaneous songs that reveal the nature of reality are a feature of the Kagyu lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. Here, a contemporary master translates nine such “vajra songs” and explains their meaning in a modern context, offering readers insight into their source of wisdom as well as guidance on attaining realization.
In Tibet, vajra songs became popular when Milarepa gave teachings in that style to his disciples. His example influenced all Tibetan Bu…
Book Details
| ISBN-13: | 9781611800708 |
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| ISBN-10: | 1611800706 |
| Author: | Khenchen Konchog Gyaltshen Rinpoche, Khenmo Trinlay Chodron, Drikung Chetsang, Milarepa, Jigten Sumgon |
| Publisher: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Imprint: | Shambhala Publications Inc |
| Format: | Paperback |
| Number of Pages: | 320 |
| Release Date: | 1 October 2013 |
| Weight: | 439g |
| Dimensions: | 229mm x 152mm x 21mm |
About The Author
Khenchen Konchog Gyaltshen Rinpoche
Khenchen Kñiñgchö Gyaltshen
Khenchen Kñiñgchö Gyaltshen is a respected and beloved scholar, meditation master, teacher, translator, and author. He is the founder of several Buddhist centers worldwide. In 2001, he received the high honor of being enthroned as Khenchen (great abbot). He resides in Frederick, Maryland.
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