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A Drop from the Ocean of Aggregates

Tenzin Dongak ; Stracke Fedor

Publié en 2013

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Five Questions I Always Had about the Aggragates. The five aggregates are very central, as they are the basis for many main meditations. The very subtle yet extremely resilient grasping at the self-existence of “I” and “mine” is the root of all problems. To fully appreciate the harmful impact of this grasping and to then free oneself completely from it, it is necessary to understand both the illusory conventional nature of the aggregates as well as their final mode of abiding. I collated and translated most of the content from different Tibetan texts such as the Clear Ornament by Chim Jam-pe’i yang, Elucidation of the Path to Liberation by the first Dalai Lama Gyalwa Gedun Drub, and the Collected Topics by Yongdzin Purbuchok Jampa Tsültrim Gyatso. Some of these are my own thoughts, but still based on the same material. Any faults are entirely mine.

Language: English. Translator(s)and compiler : Tenzin Dongak.

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Achieving Bodhicitta

Sermey Khensur Lobsang Tharchin

Publié en 1999

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Instructions of Two Great Lineages Combined into a Unique System of Eleven Categories. Achieving Bodhichitta is a compilation of oral teachings given in the 1980s by Sermey Khensur Lobsang Tharchin on the two methods of achieving bodhichitta--the Sevenfold Instruction on Cause and Effect and Equality and Exchange Between Self and Others. These two instructions are presented according to the unique system established by Je Tsongkapa, which combines them into an eleven-step method of practice. This book includes a concise yet thorough presentation of the instruction for achieving calm abiding (shamatha) based on the explanations found in Je Tsongkapa's Great Exposition on the Stages of the Path to Enlightenment (Lamrim Chenmo).

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Path and Grounds of Guhyasamaja According to Nagarjuna

Yangchen Gawai Lodoe

Publié en 2000

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His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama ding to Arya Nagarjuna is a very significant eighteenth century Tibetan treatise (with a brief contemporary commentary) which maps out the paths and the grounds of Guhyasamaja Tantra according to Arya Nagarjuna's tradition. It is based on the incomparable materpieces of Manjushri, Lama Tsongkhapa and his hear-like disciples. In many Buddhist Tantras and works of realised masters Guhyasamaja is refered to as 'the supreme and king of all Tantras'. Acharya Chandrakirti's Bright Lamp (sgron gsal) states, This (Guhyasamaja) is the supreme subsidiary practice; a compendium of the meanings of all Tantras. Khedrup Rinpoche in his Short Writing (Yig chung) states, Moreover, if one initially understands Guhyasamaja one will automatically understand other (Tantras). His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama has also stated that the Guhyasamaja provides structure to other Highest Yoga Tantras; it, therefore, makes it easier to understand other Tantras of the same class. In short this work is an indispensable guide for initiated Buddhist tantric practitioners especially those of Guhyasamaja.

Language: English. Translator(s): Tenzin Dorjee ; co-translator on root text Jeremy Russell. With Commentary by Geshe Losang Tsephel.

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Open Heart, Clear mind

Thubten Chodron

Publié en 1990

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An open heart is the dwelling place of compassion that extends toward all beings; a clear mind is the source of the penetrating wisdom of deep insight. Their union leads to the enlightened way of life that is at the heart of the spiritual path as taught by the Buddha. This practical introduction to the Buddha’s teachings focuses on the application of Buddhist psychology to modern life. Thubten Chodron, an American Buddhist nun, presents the basic points of this path for understanding ourselves and improving the quality of our lives. Writing with warmth, humor, and easy-to-understand language, Chodron provides the fundamental points of the Buddha’s teaching on transforming habitual attitudes and realizing our full human potential.

Language: English.

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Cultivating a Compassionate Heart: The Yoga Method of Chenrezig

Thubten Chodron

Publié en 2005

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Chenrezig (Avalokiteshvara / Kuan Yin) is not only Tibet’s patron deity, he also is the embodiment of the compassion of all the Buddhas and as such is deemed the best possible contemplative gateway to the cultivation of compassion. In this book, which has received high praise from monastics and lay Buddhist scholars alike, the American-born nun Ven. Thubten Chodron lucidly and engagingly elucidates the Tibetan Buddhist yoga of Chenrezig. Her explanations are based not only on scriptural but also oral teachings, which makes them eminently authoritative and practical. Essentially, Cultivating a Compassionate Heart is a knowledgeable, highly practical, and fairly extensive commentary on the Chenrezig sadhana. The book starts with the Thousand-Armed Chenrezig visualization and the preliminary prayers found in most sadhanas and the long mantra of Chenrezig. Only then does the author proceed to explaining the various concepts that make up the theoretical underpinnings of this extraordinary practice.

Language: English.

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A Fearless Heart: Why Compassion is the Key to Greater Wellbeing

Thubten Jinpa

Publié en 2015

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In 1979 Jon Kabat-Zinn popularised the Buddhist practice of mindfulness when he revealed that it could alleviate depression. Now the highly acclaimed thought leader and English translator for His Holiness the Dalai Lama, Thupten Jinpa Langri (known as Jinpa) teaches us to take the next step. He shows us that compassion correlates strongly with happiness, stress reduction, a sense of purpose, better health and a longer life. Self-compassion is the overlooked key to achieving our goals. Yet many of us resist compassion, worrying that if we are too compassionate with others we will be taken advantage of and if we are too compassionate with ourselves we won't achieve our goals in life. We can actually fear compassion. Using the latest science, psychology (from contemporary Western and classical Buddhist sources) as well as stories from others and his own extraordinary life, Jinpa shows us how to train our compassion muscle. Jinpa's programme derives from a remarkable course in Compassion Cultivation Training (CCT) that he developed at Stanford University Medical School. Much like Jon Kabat-Zinn's landmark Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction programme, CCT has already had profound effects on the many participants. Thupten Jinpa is the perfect guide to achieving a greater sense of wellbeing.

Language: English.

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Advice from a Spiritual Friend - Tibetan Teachings on Buddhist Thought Transformation

Geshe Rabten ; Geshe Ngawang Dhargyey

Publié en 1977

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Like wise old friends, two Tibetan masters offer down-to-earth advice for cultivating compassion, wisdom, and happiness in every situation. Based on practical Buddhist verses on “thought training” (lojong), Advice from a Spiritual Friend teaches how to develop the inner skills that lead to contentment by responding to everyday difficulties with patience and joy. Following Stephen Batchelor’s introduction to the Kadamapa tradition that gave rise to these earthy, pithy instructions, Part One is a commentary by Geshe Dhargyey to Atisha’s (982-1054) Jewel Rosary of a Bodhisattva. Part Two includes a commentary by Geshe Rabten to the famous Seven-Point Thought Transformation.

Language: English. Translator(s): Gonsar Tulku ;Sherpa Tulku.

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Benefits and Practices Related to Statues & Stupas

Collective

Publié en 2006

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Part 2 - Building and Blessing Holy Objects.

Language: English.

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The Mandala of the Five Buddhas

Vessantara

Publié en 1999

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The mandala of the five Buddhas ia an important Buddhist symbol - a multi-faceted jewel communicating the different aspects of Enlightenment. A meeting with each Buddha awakens the qualities they embody - energy, beauty, love, confidence and freedom.

Language: English.
Buddhist symbols series.

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His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama of Tibet talks to Louwrien Wijers

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1982

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Recorded Interview in 2 parts (2 audiences) in April 1981. His Holiness the Dalai Lama's viewpoints on a number of aspects of life in our present-day world. Three interviews with HH the Dalai Lama, interview with Robert Filliou (art), dialogue between Joseph Beuys (art) and Lama Sogyal Rinpoche (spirituality), Good Heart teaching by HH the Dalai Lama in London, the history of HH the Dalai Lama throughout his incarnations by Regent Reting Rinpoche and the history of Tibet by Tsepon W. D. Shakabpa.

Language: English. Publisher, Jan Brand, Kantoor voor Cultuur Extracten, Arnhem + Van Reekum Museum, Apeldoorn.
Subsection: BIOGRAPHIES.

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The Dalai Lama at Harvard

Dalai Lama

Publié en 1988

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His Holiness the Dalai Lama gave a series of lectures at Harvard University which fulfilled magnificently his intention of providing an in-depth introduction to Buddhist theory and practice. He structured the presentation according to the teachings of the Four Noble Truths and expanded their meaning to cover most of the topics of Tibetan Buddhism. The Dalai Lama's combination of superb intellect, power of exposition, and practical implementation are evident in these lectures. He covers a broad spectrum of topics, including: • 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 • And much more

Language: English. Translator(s):
Lectures on the Buddhist Path to Peace.

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Tenzin Gyatso - His Holiness the Xiv th Dalai Lama of Tibet - Nobel Price for Peace

Collective

Publié en 1989

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Speech by Egil Aavik, Chairman, Norwegian Nobel Committee. Acceptance speech by His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet. The Nobel Dinner Toast by Gidske Anderson. Introduction to the Nobel Lecture by Gunnar Stalset. The Nobel Lecture by His Holiness the Dalai Lama of Tibet.

Language: English.
Subsection: BIOGRAPHIES.

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