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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 Fasting 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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