Traditionally read to the dying, these sacred writings discuss the processes of death and rebirth as offering the possibility of attaining ultimate liberation. This translation emphasizes the wisdom and practical advice offered to the living, teaching what the scriptures say of human psychology.
Traditionally read to the dying, these sacred writings discuss the processes of death and rebirth as offering the possibility of attaining ultimate liberation. This translation emphasizes the wisdom and practical advice offered to the living, teaching what the scriptures say of human psychology.
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.
“"A landmark in rendering this extraordinary revelation accessible to modern minds."-Sogyal Rinpoche, author ofThe Tibetan Book of Living and Dying”
"A landmark in rendering this extraordinary revelation accessible to modern minds."—Sogyal Rinpoche, author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying
Ch gyam Trungpa (1940-1987)-meditation master, teacher, and artist-founded Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, the first Buddhist-inspired university in North America; the Shambhala Training program; and an international association of meditation centers known as Shambhala International. He is the author of numerous books including Shambhala- The Sacred Path of the Warrior, Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism, and The Myth of Freedom.
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