In the great Tibetan monasteries of Lhasa, monks seeking to purify their minds and develop the understanding necessary for final enlightenment began their inquiry into mind and consciousness by studying The Presentation of Awareness and Knowledge. Through understanding the nature of the mind and the process of cognition, inner peace can be attained. This text, plus Lati Rinbochay's rich and extensive commentary, give a comprehensive explanation of the nature and function of the mind, the different types of mind and mental factors, and how we develop knowledge and understanding. In her, introduction Elizabeth Napper gives an overview of the principal divisions of consciousness and mind.
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Lati Rinpoche Introduction by:
Elizabeth S. Napper Edited by:
Elizabeth S. Napper Translated by:
Elizabeth S. Napper Imprint: Snow Lion Country of Publication: United States Edition: New edition Dimensions:
Height: 216mm,
Width: 140mm,
Spine: 12mm
Weight: 227g ISBN:9780937938027 ISBN 10: 0937938025 Pages: 192 Publication Date:15 February 2013 Audience:
General/trade
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ELT Advanced
Format:Paperback Publisher's Status: Active
Reviews for Mind in Tibetan Buddhism
""A valuable work written in concise form. . . . Clearly translated. The oral commentary is sparkling.""—Religious Studies Review