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ANSWERS: Discussions with Western Buddhists by the Dalai Lama, trans. & ed. by Jose Cabezon 112 pp. #AN - regular price $ 12.95 Our Price $10.36 Published by Snow Lion In India, at the place where the Buddha attained enlightenment, it became a well-established tradition for the Dalai Lama to spend several days each year giving teachings to Buddhists from all over the world. Following his teachings, he held informal group discussions with Western students of Buddhism. In these lively exchanges the Dalai Lama exhibits clear and penetrating insight into issues that are most important to Western students. Some of the topics discussed are: psychology, Christianity, being a practicing Buddhist in the West, spiritual teachers, reincarnation, emptiness, tantra, protector deities, liberation, meditation, compassion, disciplining others, the power of holy places, and retreats. More ... | |
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THE BUDDHISM OF TIBET by H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. & ed. by Jeffrey Hopkins. 220 pp. #BUTIN - regular price $ 15.95 Our Price $12.76 Published by Snow Lion Unlike most books by the Dalai Lama which are edited compilations of talks that he has given, this book consists of two texts that he himself wrote and two that he chose--all especially aimed at helping Western readers become better grounded in Buddhism. He wrote The Buddhism of Tibet and The Key to the Middle Way sections to explain the principle topics and central practices of Buddhism. More ... | |
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CONSCIOUSNESS AT THE CROSSROADS: Conversations with the Dalai Lama on Brain Science and Buddhism by The Dalai Lama, et al., ed. by Zara Houshmand, Robert B. Livingston and B. Alan Wallace, trans. by Thubten Jinpa and B. Alan Wallace, afterword by B. Alan Wallace 185 pp. #COCR - regular price $ 15.95 Our Price $12.76 Published by Snow Lion Organized by the Mind and Life Institute, this discussion addresses some of the most troublesome questions that have driven a wedge between Western science and religion. Consciousness at the Crossroads resulted from meetings of the Dalai Lama and a group of eminent neuroscientists and psychiatrists. Is the mind an ephemeral side-effect of the brain's physical processes? Are there forms of consciousness so subtle that science has not yet identified them? How does consciousness happen? The Dalai Lama's incisive, clear approach and open-minded pursuit of knowledge both challenges and offers inspiration to Western scientists. More ... | |
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THE DALAI LAMA, A POLICY OF KINDNESS: An Anthology of Writings By and About the Dalai Lama by H.H. the Dalai Lama, comp. & ed. by Sidney Piburn, Fore. by Sen. Claiborne Pell 152 pp. #POKIL - regular price $ 10.95 Our Price $8.76 Published by Snow Lion "...This is a very important collection...the writings are well chosen...most highly recommended."--Library Journal More ... | |
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THE DALAI LAMAS ON TANTRA trans. & intro. by Glenn H. Mullin Cloth, 352 pp. #DALATA - regular price $ 24.95 Our Price $19.96 Published by Snow Lion Interest in Tantric Buddhism has grown tremendously in recent years, but authentic translations from classical sources remain difficult to find. The great popularity achieved by the early Dalai Lamas was due in part to the clarity and power of their tantric writings. Glenn Mullin's translations present this rich resource to a wider audience, offering a wealth of tantric materials, the most extensive such collection available in print. More ... | |
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THE DALAI LAMA AT HARVARD: Lectures on the Buddhist Path to Peace by H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. & ed. by Jeffrey Hopkins. 255 pp. #DALAHA - regular price $ 14.95 Our Price $11.96 Published by Snow Lion His Holiness gave this in-depth introduction to Buddhist theory and practice in a Harvard lecture series. He covers a spectrum of topics: The Psychology of Cyclic Existence; Consciousness and Karma; Cessation and Buddha Nature; Paths and the Utilization of Bliss; Techniques for Meditation; Altruism; Valuing Enemies; Wisdom. 0937938718 More ... | |
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DEITY YOGA in Action and Performance Tantras by H.H. the Dalai Lama, Tsong-ka-pa and Jeffrey Hopkins (also trans. & ed.) 274 pp., many photos of mudras. Book 2 of the Great Exposition of Secret Mantra series. #DEYO - regular price $ 19.95 Our Price $15.96 Published by Snow Lion Describes the profound process of meditation in Action and Performance Tantras--the basis of higher tantric practices. It explains the meditative rites of deity yoga-- visualizing oneself as a Buddha's divine body manifesting compassionate wisdom. Parts 2 & 3 of the Great Exposition of Secret Mantra by Tsong-ka-pa detail special deity yoga techniques for developing the heart, mind and physical form of a Buddha. The mudras (hand gestures) that accompany the meditations are clearly illustrated. The sequel to Tantra in Tibet. More ... | |
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DZOGCHEN: The Heart Essence of the Great Perfection by the Dalai Lama, trans. by Thupten Jinpa & Richard Barron, fore. by Sogyal Rinpoche, ed. by Patrick Gaffney. Now 50% off! 271 pp., 8 pp. of photos, cloth. #DZDL - regular price $ 24.95 Our Price $12.47 Published by Snow Lion This is the most informative and thorough book on Dzogchen available. These teachings are on Dzogchen, the heart essence of the ancient Nyingma tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. Exploring this esoteric subject in print for the first time, His Holiness offers the reader insights into one of Buddhism's most profound systems of meditation. He discusses both the philosophic foundations and the practices of this system--taking into account the approaches of various schools and teachers. More ... | |
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by the Dalai Lama, trans. by Thupten Jinpa & Richard Barron, fore. by Sogyal Rinpoche, ed. by Patrick Gaffney. 272 pp., paperback, 8 pp. of photos. #DZDLPP - regular price $ 18.95 Our Price $15.16 Published by Snow Lion | |
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THE GELUG/KAGYU TRADITION OF MAHAMUDRA by H. H. the Dalai Lama and Alexander Berzin. 400 pp. #GEKATR - regular price $ 24.95 Our Price $19.96 Published by Snow Lion Within the Gelug tradition, mahamudra teachings are exemplified in the First Panchen Lama's Root Text for the Precious Gelug/Kagyü Tradition of Mahamudra. The work presented here contains two brilliant commentaries by the Dalai Lama. Berzin's overview of mahamudra discusses the relation of mind, appearances and reality and offers practical techniques for overcoming problems due to excessive worry, anxiety and disturbing thought. This treasury of practical instruction contains extensive teachings on the nature of mind, the development of shamata, sutra and tantra levels of mahamudra, and the compatibility of Dzogchen and anuttarayoga tantra. More ... | |
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GEMS OF WISDOM FROM THE SEVENTH DALAI LAMA by Glenn Mullin. 171 pp. #GEWISE - regular price $ 15.95 Our Price $7.97 Published by Snow Lion The Seventh Dalai Lama was one of the most beloved Buddhist masters--he had an outrageous sense of humor which found its way into his spiritual compositions. His popular Gems of Wisdom contains spontaneous verses employing earthy metaphors to illustrate key points--he uses metaphors like farts, body odor, slimy monsters and mindless lunatics to present the teachings. Simple yet direct his language captures the spirituality of his vision while avoiding religiosity. Here are Buddha's teachings in the context of mind training. Mullin translates and comments on the quintessential meanings of the Seventh's verses. More ... | |
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HEALING ANGER: The Power of Patience from a Buddhist Perspective by H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. by Thupten Jinpa 176 pp. #HEAN - regular price $ 14.95 Our Price $11.96 Published by Snow Lion Buddhist traditions unanimously state that compassion and love are the foundation of all paths of practice. To cultivate the potential for compassion and love inherent within us, it is crucial to counteract their opposing forces of anger and hatred. The Dalai Lama shows how patience and tolerance overcome the obstacles of anger and hatred. His Holiness presents the practice of the Six Perfections, the central role of bodhichitta, the twelve links of dependent origination, and offers a clear road map for the practitioner to achieve the goal of liberation. The techniques and methods are relevant for everyone—the Dalai Lama shows the power that patience and tolerance have to heal anger and to generate peace in the world. More ... | |
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KINDNESS, CLARITY, AND INSIGHT 25th Anniversary Edition by H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. & ed. by Jeffrey Hopkins, co-ed. by Elizabeth Napper On special sale in honor of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. 262 pp., 24 pages of color and b&w photos, cloth. #KICLNE - regular price $ 19.95 Our Price $9.97 Published by Snow Lion Kindness, Clarity, and Insight is widely considered the most readable, yet substantive and wide-ranging, of the Dalai Lama's works. This celebratory new edition of the very first book of teachings by the Dalai Lama in the English speaking world coincides with the twenty-fifth anniversary of that historic first teaching series in North America. Translated into twelve languages, it is a testament to the kindness, clarity, and insight of its author. More ... | |
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LIGHTING THE WAY by the Dalai Lama 148 pp. #LIWA - regular price $ 14.95 Our Price $7.47 Published by Snow Lion This concise and extremely accessible presentation shows how to apply Buddhist principles in our lives. More ... | |
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PATH TO BLISS, 2nd ed. by the H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. & ed. by Thupten Jinpa & Christine Cox. 240 pp. #PABL2 - regular price $ 16.95 Our Price $13.56 Published by Snow Lion Clear, eloquent, simple and profound, His Holiness' teachings are easily accessible to beginning practitioners, yet richly nourishing to those more advanced in practice. In The Path to Bliss, the Dalai Lama shows how visualization, reason, and contemplation can be systematically crafted to enhance personal development. Beginning with practices designed to create an effective mental outlook, His Holiness skillfully guides the student to more advanced techniques for developing the mind's deepest potential and happiness. More ... | |
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THE PATH TO ENLIGHTENMENT by H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. & ed. by Glenn H. Mullin. 238 pp. #PAEN - regular price $ 16.95 Our Price $13.56 Published by Snow Lion The Dalai Lama provides an extensive teaching on the path to enlightenment. His discourse draws out the meaning of the Third Dalai Lama's famous "Essence of Refined Gold" as he speaks directly to the reader offering spiritual advice, personal reflections, and scriptural commentary. He says in practical terms what the student must do to attain enlightenment. This book is one of the most accessible introductions to Tibetan Buddhism. More ... | |
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THE SECOND DALAI LAMA: His Life and Teachings by Glenn Mullin 288 pp. #SEDALA - regular price $ 16.95 Our Price $8.47 Published by Snow Lion The Second Dalai Lama's writings and biography are brought vividly to life in this extraordinary book by the renowned translator Glenn Mullin through a selection of the Second Dalai Lama's ecstatic outpourings of enlightened teaching. He gives us a glimpse into the visionary life of this outspoken and unconventional Dalai Lama. More ... | |
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SHE STILL LIVES: A Novel of Tibet by Bill Magee 168 pp. #SHSTLI - regular price $ 14.95 Our Price $7.47 Published by Snow Lion She Still Lives: A Novel of Tibet is an action-love story set in a fictional Tibet of the future. The beginning of the next century is a pivotal time for the Land of Snows. A nascent freedom movement has been crushed by the Communists. Tara Gyatso, beloved Dalai Lama, and her advisor Mila Lakpa, have been imprisoned. More ... | |
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STAGES OF MEDITATION by the H.H. the Dalai Lama, trans. by Ven. Geshe Lobsang Jordhen, Losang Choephel Ganchenpa, and Jeremy Russell 216 pp., includes root text in English, Dalai Lama's commentary, and Tibetan root text by Kamalashila. Paper edition. #STMEPP - regular price $ 16.95 Our Price $13.56 Published by Snow Lion The Dalai Lama explains the principles of meditation in a practice-oriented format especially suited to Westerners. Based upon the middle section of the Bhavanakrama by Kamalasila, a translation of which is included, this is the most extensive commentary given by the Dalai Lama on this concise but important meditation handbook. It is a favorite text of the Dalai Lama and he often takes the opportunity to give teachings on it to audiences throughout the world. In his words, "This text can be like a key that opens the door to all other major Buddhist scriptures." More ... | |