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The Nepal Cookbook
by the Association of Nepalis in the Americas, illust. by Palden Choedak Oshoe
This treasury of recipes offers the best of authentic Nepali cuisine. Nepali food is simple to prepare and subtle in flavor. Included are many recipes for vegetarians; with a quick substitution they become vegan. Here are all the components of a full-course meal, from appetizers, soups, vegetables and meats to garnishes, rice, breads and desserts. The instructions are designed for modern kitchen preparation and Western cooks.
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Treasury of Esoteric Instructions: An Explication of the Oral Instructions of the Path with the Result
by Lama Dampa Sönam Gyaltsen, translated and edited by Cyrus Stearns
According to H.H. Sakya Trizin, "There have been many treatises of commentary on the intention of the Vajra Lines. However, this Treasury of Esoteric Instructions...has many special qualities, and is clearer and more easily understood than others, suitably elaborate, and precise in drawing out the key points." The translations of the Vajra Lines and the Treasury of Esoteric Instructions are accompanied by Pleasure Grove for the Intelligent, a structural commentary on the Vajra Lines.
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Where Is Tibet? 2nd Edition
written and illustrated by Gina Halpern
This delightful book introduces us to two young children, Pema and Tashi, who live in India and decide to travel on an imaginary journey to find their homeland, Tibet. As they explore, young readers are taken on their own multicultural journey into learning both Tibetan and English. Starting with simple phrases and familiar objects, and then expanding outward--and inward--children are treated to colorful and vivid images taken from Tibetan culture. With the Dalai Lama's help, they come to find, "Here is Tibet. In your heart."
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Gone Beyond: The Prajnaparamita Sutras, The Ornament of Clear Realization, and Its Commentaries in the Tibetan Kagyü Tradition, Volume Two
translated and introduced by Karl Brunnhölzl, a Tsadra Foundation Series book
The prajnaparamita, or perfection of wisdom, sutras are summarized in the Abhisamayalamkara; its commentaries bring the many sutras to life, discussing their hidden meaning as well as providing contemplative guides on how it is to be understood. These texts describe what happens in the mind of a bodhisattva who meditates on emptiness, making it a living experience from the beginner's stage up through buddhahood. A ground-breaking compilation with insights that are concise, pithy, and readily understandable. With breathtaking scholarship, an invaluable reference for scholars and practitioners.
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The All-Seeing Boy and the Blue Sky of Happiness: A Children's Parable
by Nick Kettles, illustrated by Serena Sax Hallam
This charming children's story explores loving-kindness and spins a sweet tale of discovery and compassion, as the All-Seeing Boy explores how to help the people in his life who are unhappy. With a little help from a somewhat enigmatic and distinguished hobo, he learns the secret of how to bring more happiness to the world. Beautifully illustrated, an inspiring book for all ages.
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The Extremely Secret Dakini of Naropa: Vajrayogini Practice and Commentary
by Pabongkha Dechen Nyingpo, translated by David Gonsalez
This commentary on the practice of Vajrayogini was composed by Kyabje Pabongkha, revealed to him directly by Vajrayogini herself. This text has become the basis for almost every subsequent Vajrayogini commentary in the Gelug tradition. Pabongkha's commentary is both thorough and deeply inspiring. It provides profound methods unique to this practice. (See requirements for study before ordering.)
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Tibetan Yogas of Body, Speech, and Mind
by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche, edited by Polly Turner
Understanding our actions, words, and thoughts aids our ability to make spiritual progress, bringing us closer to self-realization. In a warm, informal style, meditation practice unfolds for both beginners and experienced students. Sources of problems in our lives are revealed by working with insight, body, speech, and mind, through regular practice. Our self-image gradually shifts, and we experience a lighter, more joyful sense of being.
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Everyday Consciousness and Primordial Awareness
by Khenchen Thrangu, translated and edited by Susanne Schefczyk
This introduction to Buddhist psychology supplies essential instructions for successful meditation practice. Here, within the Buddhist description of mind, in both its conventional and tantric dimensions, we discover the means for enhancing our meditation experience. And its numerous applications to everyday life provide us with practices that can powerfully influence the mind, ultimately transforming it into Buddhahood.
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Dharma Paths 2nd Edition
by Khenpo Karthar, translated by Ngödup Burkhar and Chöjor Radha, edited by Laura M. Roth
In one of the most useful introductory texts on Tibetan Buddhism, this profound master of the Karma Kagyu tradition provides readers with key Buddhist concepts that are concisely and lucidly explained, clear shamatha (calm abiding) meditation instructions, and techniques for working with anxiety and frustration, love and compassion, and the profound methods of the vajrayana. Assumes no prior background or knowledge of Buddhist terminology.
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How to Practice Shamatha Meditation: The Cultivation of Meditative Quiescence
by Gen Lamrimpa, translated by B. Alan Wallace
The wisdom and insight from one of the most revered meditation masters is distilled here in a clear, easy to understand way. This step-by-step instruction manual on how to calm a busy mind, cultivate devotion, and bring awareness to each moment of living is an invaluable aid for developing attentional stability and clarity. Contemplative Gen Lamrimpa brings the teachings to life with his warmth and humor giving us the grounding needed to achieve meditative quiescence (shamatha).
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Preparing for Tantra: Creating the Psychological Ground for Practice
by Rob Preece
The preliminary practices of Tantra are a rich collection of practices with much to offer toward cultivating and maturing a practitioner's psychological ground. They often clear the way when practitioners appear to struggle with problems or hindrances. Each preliminary practice is examined for how it may be used to heal and transform psychological trauma, with practical integrative suggestions for daily life. Excellent psychological, emotional, and energetic preparation for a safe start on the tantric path.
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The Three Silver Coins: A Story from Tibet
by Veronica Leo and Tashi Daknewa
This charming Tibetan tale is filled with adventure and entertainment, with not a dull moment. Through several story twists, children learn in a wonderful way that it is possible to win without being cruel. Our likable hero, by his kind heart, turns bad luck into good fortune, offering us profound lessons in compassion. Beautifully illustrated and masterfully told.
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Minding Closely: The Four Applications of Mindfulness
by B. Alan Wallace
Developing close mindfulness is profoundly helpful in all situations. This in-depth work provides the background theory behind mindfulness, its practical applications, and numerous guided meditations to help us achieve the state that the Buddha called "the direct path to enlightenment." Simple, powerful techniques for beginner and advanced student alike provide a way to achieve genuine happiness and freedom from suffering by enabling us to see all phenomena just as they are.
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Gone Beyond: The Prajnaparamita Sutras, The Ornament of Clear Realization, and Its Commentaries in the Tibetan Kagyü Tradition, Volume One
translated and introduced by Karl Brunnhölzl, a Tsadra Foundation Series book
The prajnaparamita, or perfection of wisdom, sutras are summarized in the Abhisamayalamkara; its commentaries bring the many sutras to life, discussing their hidden meaning as well as providing contemplative guides on how it is to be understood. This rare, ground-breaking compilation illuminates these important texts with insights that are concise, pithy, and readily understandable. With breathtaking scholarship, an invaluable reference for scholars and practitioners.
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The Guhyagarbha Tantra: Secret Essence, Definitive Nature Just As It Is
commentary by Longchen Rabjam, translated by Lama Chönam and Sangye Khandro of the Light of Berotsana Translation Group
This Secret Essence Tantra is the most advanced tantra within the Nyingma lineage, elucidating how to correctly view the ground, traverse the path, and ultimately reach the result—fully enlightened buddhahood. Revealing the fundamental nature of phenomena, this extremely profound and important treatise clarifies the absolute wisdom intent of the tantras, offering students the opportunity to fully dispel the darkness of ignorance. (See requirements for study before ordering.)
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The Life of the Great Mahasiddha Virupa
written and illustrated by H.E. Dagmo Kalden D. Sakya, foreword by H.H. the Sakya Trizin
Written so that young children the world over could learn about one of the great Dharma masters, this charming book narrates the story of Virupa's life. Virupa tried very hard to lead the life of an enlightened being, but instead was troubled by disturbing dreams, and was often rejected by people. Nevertheless he continued in his spiritual path, and was eventually rewarded.
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The Ninth Karmapa's Ocean of Definitive Meaning
by Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoche; edited, introduced and annotated by Lama Tashi Namgyal
Here is the most profound and famous text on Mahamudra ever written, distilled and rendered highly manageable. These teachings by the Ninth Karmapa, vitally important to the living Kagyu tradition, are made available to Westerners and modern practitioners, enabling them to achieve realization in the context of virtually any lifestyle. A systematic approach to some of the highest practices, revealing the radiant nature of mind.
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Into the Heart of Life
by Jetsunma Tenzin Palmo, foreword by H.H. the Gyalwang Drukpa
The real test of our Buddhist practice happens in our daily lives, moment-to-moment, often in the most uncomfortable situations. How do we respond? Jetsunma's insights provide a vast, well-grounded understanding of how to respond to our challenges. She offers down-to-earth, approachable, and deeply informative reflections on how to develop sanity, wisdom, fulfillment and compassion in our lives. For Buddhists and non-Buddhists alike.
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Bardo Teachings: The Way of Death and Rebirth
by Lama Lodü Rinpoche, foreword by Kalu Rinpoche
Understanding the six kinds of bardo, or intermediate states of living, dying, transitioning and rebirth, can provide a powerful way of navigating the uncharted waters of existence. This small volume enhances our ability to master these rarely discussed in-between states, equipping us to face the stages of life and death without fear. Precise, vivid descriptions provide us with a glimpse of the tantric path.
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The Ornament of Reason: The Great Commentary to Nagarjuna's Root of the Middle Way
by Mabja Jangchub Tsöndrü, translated by The Dharmachakra Translation Committee, foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
This is a commentary on Nagarjuna's Root of the Middle Way, his most critical work, and one of the most important Tibetan texts. Nagarjuna presents a magical method of reasoning that invites all to follow his journey to the heart of transcendent insight, challenging us to question even the most fundamental 'facts' and our most deeply ingrained ideas about our world.
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You Are the Eyes of the World
by Longchenpa,
translated by Kennard Lipman and Merrill Peterson, introduction by Namkhai Norbu
Here is a method for discovering awareness everywhere, all the time. This book does not discuss how to turn ordinary life off, but how to live within the source, the unified field where experience takes place. Contains valuable counsel for practitioners, and pith instructions on the path. The luminous beauty of the cover image reflects the inspired and transparent teaching within this gem of a book.
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A Practice of Padmasambhava: Essential Instructions on the Path to Awakening
by Shechen Gyaltsap IV and Rinchen Dargye, trans., ed., and intro. by The Dharmachakra Translation Committee, fore. by Chökyi Nyima Rinpoche
These two practical, compelling works on the visualization and mantra practice of Padmasambhava are based on the profound revelation of a famous authentic treasure revealer. Includes an introduction to the preliminary trainings, visualization practice and mantra recitation topics, and detailed explanation of the practice provides an understanding of Mahayoga, the foundation for the inner tantras.
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Source of Supreme Bliss
by Ngulchu Dharmabhadra and the First Panchen Lama, Losang Chokyi Gyaltsen, trans. by David Gonsalez
Here are the first English translations of important commentaries on the Highest Yoga Tantra system of the Heruka Chakrasamvara Five Deity practice and an extremely rare, profound commentary by the First Panchen Lama. Includes translations of the ritual texts and everything needed to perform the practice. Offers rich and profound insights on Highest Yoga Tantra. Indispensable. (See requirements for study before ordering.)
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Niguma, Lady of Illusion
by Sarah Harding, a Tsadra Foundation Series book
This rare glimpse of Niguma, a mysterious eleventh-century woman who was the source of a major Tibetan Buddhist practice lineage, provides more than an historical presentation--it raises the question of women as real spiritual leaders. It's a treasure trove of information about tantric practices and attainments, while attempting to separate the flesh-and-blood woman from the idealized dakini. Engaging, often amusing.
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Buddhism through American Women's Eyes
edited by Karma Lekshe Tsomo
Experienced practitioners share their understanding of Buddhist philosophy, its practical application in everyday life, and the challenges of practicing Buddhism in the Western world. Thirteen women contribute a wealth of thought-provoking material on topics such as: Bringing Dharma into Relationships, Dealing with Stress, Buddhism and the Twelve Steps, The Monastic Experience, and Forging a Kind Heart in an Age of Alienation. Refreshing, experientially based, and enriching.
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Introduction to the Kalachakra Initiation
by Alexander Berzin, foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama
This book clearly explains the Kalachakra path, as well as its vows and commitments. According to the Dalai Lama, "The book will help people to make a realistic decision about whether to take the empowerment as a full participant or merely as an observer.... I am especially happy that the book addresses [non-Buddhists with a sincere wish for peace] as well, suggesting ways in which they can make the experience more meaningful." A comprehensive guide to understanding and engaging in this initiation on any level.
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The Treasury of Knowledge, Books 9 and 10: Journey and Goal
by Jamgön Kongtrul Lodrö Tayé, translated by Richard Barron (Chökyi Nyima)
There are various routes practitioners can travel on their way to buddhahood. Here is a comprehensive "road map" which defines the spiritual path--"the journey," and the resulting state of enlightenment to which it leads--"the goal," from the divergent perspectives of the many schools of Buddhism, as well as from different levels of practice and attainment. The most comprehensive treatment of these themes to appear in the English language.
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Self-Liberation through Seeing with Naked Awareness
by trans. & comm. by John Myrdhin Reynolds, fore. by Namkhai Norbu
Here is the essence of Dzogchen, "the Great Perfection," one of Buddha's most esoteric teachings. Teaching the attainment of Buddhahood in a single lifetime, this text was concealed by Guru Padmasambhava in the eighth century, to be rediscovered six centuries later. The commentary is based on Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche's and Lama Tharchin Rinpoche's oral teachings.
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The Buddhist Path: A Practical Guide from the Nyingma Tradition of Tibetan Buddhism
by Khenchen Palden Sherab Rinpoche and Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal Rinpoche
Here is a practical guide that introduces the reader to the Nyingma (ancient) tradition of Tibetan Buddhism. In a clear and accessible way, readers are given detailed instructions on how to meditate using different methods--calm abiding, visualization, mantra, and more. Beginners learn how the mind functions, and the proper way to cultivate intellect and heart so that our true nature can manifest. A helpful review for advanced practitioners.
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How to Realize Emptiness
by Gen Lamrimpa, trans. by B. Alan Wallace, ed. by Ellen Posman
Realizing emptiness, or grasping the true nature of reality, lies at the heart of the Buddhist path. These profound, clear teachings offer practical guidance on insight meditation, how to use Madhyamaka reasoning to experience dependent arising, and explain emptiness in an understandable way. Each chapter is a gem.
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The Four Immeasurables: Practices to Open the Heart
by B. Alan Wallace
The Four Immeasurables—the cultivation of loving-kindness, compassion, empathetic joy, and equanimity—is a rich suite of practices to open the heart, counter our misunderstandings about the distortions in our relationships to ourselves, and deepen our relationships to others. Alan Wallace presents unique teachings on the Four Immeasurables interwoven with meditation practice, to empower the mind. Includes guided meditations and lively discussions.
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The Wisdom of Imperfection: The Challenge of Individuation in Buddhist Life
by Rob Preece
As practicing Buddhists, why do we still have so many problems? This book bridges the disparity between spiritual growth and personal experience. Acceptance of imperfection is key to developing love and compassion in us, enriching our lives. Through our gradual unfolding towards innate wholeness, known as individuation, we learn to balance our Buddhist practice with psychological and practical realities. A fascinating look at the internal processes of the Bodhisattva path.
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Daring Steps: Traversing the Path of the Buddha
by Ringu Tulku, edited and translated by Rosemarie Fuchs
From basic practices to advanced concepts, this book provides a broad introduction to the Buddhist path in a lively and engaging way. Author Ringu Tulku is renowned for his insight and approachable style, relating the teachings to the reader's own experience. Remarkable for its clarity of vision, simplicity of style and profundity of thought, here is an excellent overview of the Buddhist path, and an indispensable reference for all practitioners.
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The Buddha from Dolpo: A Study of the Life and Thought of the Tibetan Master Dolpopa Sherab Gyaltsen
by Cyrus Stearns; a Tsadra Foundation Series book
This revised and enlarged edition of critical texts by the great Tibetan master of Kalacakra tantric teachings and founder of the zhentong tradition provides expanded explanations with newly discovered material. This is a major contribution to the intellectual history of Tibet. A marvelous piece of scholarship.
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The Treasury of Knowledge, Books Two, Three, and Four: Buddhism's Journey to Tibet
by Jamgön Kongtrul Lodrö Tayé, trans. and intro. by Ngawang Zangpo
This masterful history of Buddhism in India and Tibet describes the Buddha's life, his enlightenment, and what he taught from many Buddhist viewpoints. Narratives about scriptural transmissions, meditation practice lineages, and Buddhist arts while Buddhism was preserved in Tibet are crafted into a rich, readable, illuminating synthesis of Buddhist history by legendary master Jamgön Kongtrul. In-depth, well-rounded, and accessible.
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Enough! A Buddhist Approach to Finding Release from Addictive Patterns
by Chönyi Taylor
Addiction isn't just about drinking or gambling; it's also about behaviors like overspending or self-criticism. All of us are caught up in addictions, big or small. Enough! offers practical exercises for undoing these habits, even in times of stress. It's firmly rooted in an understanding of how the mind works, applying Buddhist principles of compassion, but without the jargon. It offers hope for improving our satisfaction in life.
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Essence of Clear Light
by Ju Mipham Jampal Gyepa'i Dorje, translated by Lama Chönam and Sangye Khandro
This commentary is most relevant for the practice of the three innermost yogas of Secret Mantra. It provides crucial points on the fruition of the path of common and supreme siddhis, and is useful for general dharma practice. Without this understanding there is no access the final result on the path. Among dharma treasures, this is the innermost jewel of all. (See requirements for study before ordering.)
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Key to the Precious Treasury
by Dodrupchen Jigme Tenpa'i Nyima, translated by Lama Chönam and Sangye Khandro
The twenty-two chapters of the Guhyagarbha tantra explain the tantras of the ground, path, and result, and the ten topics of tantra within the context of the tantra of the path. This commentary by one of the great bodhisattvas of recent times synthesizes the meaning of all the Mahayoga tantras from the personal perspective of the author. Illuminates all the crucial points of the Secret Mantra path, and is welcomed by all serious students of the Vajrayana. (See requirements for study before ordering.)
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The Three Principal Aspects of the Path
an oral teaching by Geshe Sonam Rinchen, translated and edited by Ruth Sonam
Here is a perfect introduction to Mahayana Buddhist practice, with one of the most complete, comprehensive and clear explanations of Je Tsongkhapa's famous essential topics: the wish for freedom, altruistic intention, and wisdom realizing emptiness--the core of the Buddhist path. Invaluable for anyone who wants to understand the practice of Buddha Dharma, and beautifully translated. A little jewel of a book and an important resource for beginners.
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Wise Teacher, Wise Student: Tibetan Approaches to a Healthy Relationship
by Dr. Alexander Berzin
The teacher-student relationship can be a rewarding and life-enhancing experience, but sometimes cultural differences and language barriers can cause misunderstandings. This book surveys many situations where difficulties can arise, and offers methods to heal wounds and encourage healthy relationships. Its thoughtful, in-depth coverage and clear-eyed wisdom will benefit newcomers and advanced practitioners alike.
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A Complete Guide to the Buddhist Path
(Root text also available free--upon request. See JETRAD.)
by Khenchen Konchog Gyaltshen, edited by Khenmo Trinlay Chodron
In vibrant and down-to-earth language this book contains the full panorama of the teachings of Buddhism, from the very basic to the very profound trainings of the Mahayana and Vajrayana systems. The author is respected and beloved as an accomplished scholar, teacher, translator, and author. This highly-readable work is an indispensable guide for those who sincerely want to study and practice the Buddha's teachings.
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The Power and the Pain: Transforming Spiritual Hardship into Joy
by Dr. Andrew Holecek
From small hardships to significant spiritual challenges, we all encounter obstacles that can send us reeling. With brilliance, kindness, and profound grasp of the human condition, Holecek takes us gradually deeper into the challenges we face. Getting beyond suffering necessitates exploring suffering fully, and this work helps us make sense of our personal, uniquely challenging experiences, and discover new ways to deal with them.
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Heartfelt Advice
by Lama Dudjom Dorjee
Those new to Buddhism will enjoy this book's clear explanations of key Buddhist concepts; experienced students will find it to be a useful reference guide and study companion. Heartfelt Advice can be read as a continuous work, or read as a collection of ninety-five vignettes for daily reading and inspiration. The author's insight and kind-heartedness shine through the pages, offering personal guidance and encouragement.
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Heart Essence of the Vast Expanse: A Story of Transmission
by Anne C. Klein, foreword by Adzom Paylo Rinpoche, preface by Tulku Thondup Rinpoche, epilogue by Khetsun Sangpo Rinpoche
The beautiful poetry and inspiring melodies found in this book form an essential text for students of the Dzogchen lineage, as well as other traditions. This rare book and CD provide clear, chantable translations of the Longchen Nyinthig, one of the most beloved and widely used practice texts, in both English and Tibetan. It is the first of its kind, preserving the teaching with greater care, devotion, and skill.
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Entrance to the Great Perfection: A Guide to the Dzogchen Preliminary Practices
compiled, translated, and introduced by Cortland Dahl
This groundbreaking book offers accessible guidance on the core practices of the Great Perfection. It blends modern and traditional perspectives, includes commentaries by the renowned Tibetan masters Jigme Lingpa and Jamyang Khyentse Wangpo, and adds lively discussion by Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse on how to blend ancient practices into a modern lifestyle.
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A Spacious Path to Freedom: Practical Instructions on the Union of Mahamudra and Atiyoga
by Karma Chagme, commentary by Gyatrul Rinpoche, trans. by B. Alan Wallace
This meditation manual presents the profound Dzogchen and Mahamudra practices in a simple and thorough way. With Karma Chagme's learned mastery of Tibetan oral traditions, we see how the two meditative systems can be unified into a single, integrated approach to realizing the ultimate nature of consciousness. An incomparable introduction to higher meditative instructions.
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The Courage to Feel: Buddhist Practices for Opening to Others
by Rob Preece
The Courage to Feel offers us the opportunity to develop greater inner strength and openness to life, a happier, relaxed mind, more fulfilling relationships. It bridges the worlds of Tibetan Buddhist meditation and Western psychology, helping readers find their inner resources of compassion and integrity, and respond better to life's challenges. It includes several practices and integration techniques, and brings traditional Buddhist practices alive.
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Introduction to Emptiness: As Taught in Tsong-kha-pa's Great Treatise on the Stages of the Path
by Guy Newland
This is one of the few rare books to help readers understand the central Mahayana Buddhist concept: that ultimate reality is "emptiness," the core of the path to liberation--not a mystical "nothingness," but a specific truth to be explored through calm and careful reflection. Rich detail, numerous examples, and vivid anecdotes make this book absolutely accessible to the beginning student. This revised edition includes many new features.
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Destroying Mara Forever: Buddhist Ethics Essays in Honor of Damien Keown
edited by John Powers and Charles S. Prebish
This thought-provoking collection of essays on Buddhist ethics by leading thinkers in the field explores key ethical issues, Buddhist ethical principles and how they are being applied today, and provides groundbreaking material for future debates on core issues of the modern world: consumerism, globalization, environmental problems, conflicts, and religious tensions. Dedicated to one of Buddhist ethics' great exponents, Professor Damien Keown of the University of London.
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Amy & Gully with Aliens
by W.W. Rowe
Here is an adventure story about two young people who are beamed aboard an alien spacecraft, interwoven with the insights and life experiences of Siddhartha, and dharma principles that help them deal with life's situations. Through their challenges, Amy and Gully learn about the interconnectedness of all life, selfless compassion, and the power of pure intention. Approximately ages 8 and up.
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The Inner Science of Buddhist Practice: Vasubhandu's Summary of the Five Heaps with Commentary by Sthiramati
introduced and translated by Artemus B. Engle, a Tsadra Foundation Series book
The Buddhist analysis of ordinary experience provides us with rich resources for exploring the psychology of spiritual development. Buddhism offers the unique vocabulary and explanations to help us discover our mistaken notions about the nature of reality, and gain the skills needed to create a new conceptual framework. The introduction elucidates how these two works can improve our practice of Lamrim, or "Stages of the Path."
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Transcendent Wisdom
by H.H. the Dalai Lama, translated, edited and annotated by B. Alan Wallace
This valuable text offers clear illumination of core issues of Tibetan Buddhism, based on the ninth chapter of Shantideva's Guide to the Bodhisattva's Way of Life, a key work in Buddhist literature. This helpful volume is based on an oral teaching given by HH the Dalai Lama in Switzerland, and explains one of the most important texts in the Buddhist Mahayana tradition.
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Chöd Practice in the Bön Tradition
by Alejandro Chaoul, forewords by Tenzin Wangyal Rinpoche and Yongdzin Lopon Tenzin Namdak
This book offers a "comprehensive intellectual understanding of chod and its origins within both the Bon and Buddhist traditions, and as such will have great benefit for scholars as well as for those who wish to engage in chod as a daily ritual or meditation practice." (Tenzin Wangyal) Chaoul here offers an illuminating introduction to chod, providing some descriptive material on practices as well as historical context.
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Buddhist Fasting Practice: The Nyungne Method of Thousand-Armed Chenrezig
by Wangchen Rinpoche
This volume, the only comprehensive treatment in English, offers clear instruction on how to undertake Nyungne practice, which is gaining popularity in the West. Nyungne is a profound two-and-a-half-day practice, helpful for people with lay life commitments. Practice involves vows, silence, fasting, mantra recitation, and guided visualizations of Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, the embodiment of loving-kindness and compassion.
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No Self, No Problem
by Anam Thubten, edited by Sharon Roe
This Tibetan Buddhist meditation teacher writes with clarity, humor and honesty about how to realize the ultimate meaning of life in each moment by dissolving all notions of ego identity. He asks spiritual seekers to wake up to their true nature, which is already enlightened. Based on the Buddhist wisdom tradition, this easy-to-read book discusses in simple but profound language how we can live a life full of love, satisfaction, and happiness.
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Study and Practice of Meditation: Tibetan Interpretations of the Concentrations and Formless Absorptions
by Leah Zahler
This book provides vivid details of the meditative practices necessary to develop a calm, alert mind, capable of penetrating the nature of reality. It offers readers Tibetan Buddhist views, according to three contemporary Tibetan lamas, on the mental states in meditation, and discusses their relation to the spiritual path, meditative calm, and the requirements for attaining it.
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Luminous Essence: A Guide to the Guhyagarbha Tantra
by Jamgon Mipham, translated by the Dharmachakra Translation Committee
Luminous Essence is a complete introduction to the world of tantric thought and practice. Renowned Tibetan master Jamgon Mipham provides an overview of the theory and explanations of the Tantra of the Secret Essence (Guhyagarbha Tantra). A central scripture in Tibetan Buddhism for over a thousand years, meant for initiated tantric practitioners.
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How to Read Classical Tibetan, Vol. Two: Buddhist Tenets
by Craig Preston
This book is a complete language course for students learning to read Classical Tibetan that enables students to learn grammar and philosophy at the same time. Easy-to-understand diagrams show how to break down Tibetan sentences into their tiniest parts and understand their meaning, on your own. The subject of the text is a valuable work on tenets.
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Tantric Techniques
by Jeffrey Hopkins
Deity yoga is the meditative practice of imagining oneself as an ideal being fully endowed with compassion and wisdom; imagining oneself as a Buddha is said to actually help us achieve Buddhahood. Tantric Techniques offers a complete system that enables readers to glimpse the human mind's potential for self-transformation through the use of imagination.
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The Union of Bliss and Emptiness: Teachings on the Practice of Guru Yoga
by the Dalai Lama, trans. by Thupten Jinpa
Guru yoga combines the essential aspects of the sutra path with the profound tantric techniques that activate the latent spiritual forces within us. Here, the Dalai Lama offers his wonderful compassion, wisdom, and wit, providing us with a framework for the entire Buddhist path, and setting down guidelines for a complete daily practice.
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The Practice of Mahamudra
by Drikung Kyabgon Chetsang Rinpoche, trans. by Robert Clark, ed. by Ani K. Trinlay Chödron
Mahamudra, the highest level of teaching within Tibetan Buddhism, rewards study and practice with the realization of the very nature of mind itself. Chetsang Rinpoche has provided detailed instructions in Mahamudra methods and meditational practices, comprising the range of spiritual experience, in a profoundly clear way.
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Tibetan Logic
by Katherine Manchester Rogers
Tibetan logic offers consciousness training in analysis of the meaning of religious texts and ultimately, the true nature of reality. It is an important method of developing new and valid knowledge about oneself and the world. This manual introduces beginners to the principles, vocabulary, and concepts of the system of logic, offering a foundation for understanding valid cognition.
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Luminous Heart: The Third Karmapa on Consciousness, Wisdom, and Buddha Nature
trans. and intro. by Karl Brunnhölzl
This superb collection of writings on buddha nature by the Third Karmapa focuses on the transition from deluded consciousness to enlightened wisdom, the characteristics of buddhahood, and a buddha's enlightened activity. Most of the material has never been translated, and offers Rangjung Dorje's unique and well-balanced view on Yogacara, Madhyamaka, and buddha nature. The Karmapa's texts are not merely scholarly documents, but texts that can be transformed into living experience.
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As Long As Space Endures: Essays on the Kalacakra Tantra
ed. by Edward A. Arnold, fore. by Robert A. F. Thurman
Kalacakra Tantra covers a wide range of knowledge, from studies of the cosmos to meditation and vital bodily energies. The Kalacakra initiation is one of the most important events in Buddhist life. This volume celebrates the Dalai Lama's offering this initiation in the West, exploring the works of 25 great Kalacakra masters, analysis, practice methods, essays, ethics, and offering practical advice for Western practitioners.
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Impermanence: Embracing Change
by David Hodge and Hi-Jin Hodge, fore. by the Dalai Lama
We are constantly changing. What does it mean, and how do people face death and change? Over a hundred people were videotaped and asked their thoughts on impermanence and change in their lives. This book and CD reveal the hope of endless possibilities for us. A useful guide for daily reflection.
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