Guru Rinpoche: His Life and Times - Paperback
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Languages:EnglishPublisher:Snow Lion PublicationsISBN-13:9781645473480ISBN-10:1645473481UPC:9781645473480Book Category:Religion, Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Buddhism, ReligiousBook Topic:Tibetan, HistorySize:8.90 x 6.00 x 1.10 inchesWeight:1.35Product ID:SCV0HT0QKB
The story of Guru Rinpoche's visit to Tibet and significant influence on its Buddhist history during the eighth and ninth centuries, recounted by four prominent Tibetan scholars. This book recounts Guru Rinpoche's historic visit to Tibet and explains his continuing significance to Buddhists. Through a series of historical texts written by prominent Tibetan Buddhist masters, this book recounts the life and legacy of Padmasambhava, The Lotus-Born, better known as Guru Rinpoche. Credited with transmitting Buddhism to Tibet in the 8th century CE during the last century of the Tibetan Empire, Guru Rinpoche fostered radical changes to Tibet, marking historic transformations in the country's religious and political position. Having converted Tibet into a largely Buddhist society, Guru Rinpoche's influence remains a central force in Tibetan identity and practice today. Guru Rinpoche offers an account of his life through four distinct accounts, including:
In addition, the book includes a selection of supplications and Buddhist poetry praising the Lotus-Born master, Guru Rinpoche.
- A biography by Jamgon Kongtrul
- A biography by Dorje Tso from a revelation by Sera Khandro
- An Indian version of his life by Tarnata
- The B?n version of his life by Jamyong Kyentse Wongpo
In addition, the book includes a selection of supplications and Buddhist poetry praising the Lotus-Born master, Guru Rinpoche.
Languages:EnglishPublisher:Snow Lion PublicationsISBN-13:9781645473480ISBN-10:1645473481UPC:9781645473480Book Category:Religion, Biography & AutobiographyBook Subcategory:Buddhism, ReligiousBook Topic:Tibetan, HistorySize:8.90 x 6.00 x 1.10 inchesWeight:1.35Product ID:SCV0HT0QKB
Ngawang Zangpo (Hugh Leslie Thompson) completed two three-year retreats under the direction of the late Kalu Rinpoche. He is presently working on a number of translation projects under the direction of Chadral Rinpoche and Lama Tharchin Rinpoche. He has also contributed to Kalu Rinpoche's translation group's books Myriad Worlds and Buddhist Ethics.
Publisher: Snow Lion Publications
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