Cloudless Sky

The Mahamudra Path of the Tibetan Buddhist Kagyu School

The Third Jamgon Kongtrul

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Shambhala Publications Inc
15 February 2013

Tibetan Buddhism

His Eminence the Third Jamg n Kongtr l Rinpoche offers a masterful exploration of mahamudra, the pinnacle of Tibetan Buddhist meditation practices. Drawing from the rich traditions of the Kagy

lineage, this seminal work unveils the essence of mind's true nature, guiding practitioners through the intricacies of ground, path, and fruition mahamudra. Rinpoche's commentary on the Vajra Song of the First Jamg n Kongtr l blends philosophical insight with practical meditation instructions, making the lofty concepts of emptiness and luminosity accessible to both novice and experienced practitioners. Through vivid metaphors and clear explanations, he illuminates the path to recognizing one's innate buddha-nature, challenging readers to transcend conceptual limitations and experience the boundless clarity of awareness-inviting them to discover the ""cloudless sky"" of their own minds, free from the obscurations of ignorance and confusion.

By: The Third Jamgon Kongtrul
Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 216mm, Width: 140mm, Spine: 10mm
Weight: 203g
ISBN: 9781570626043
ISBN 10: 1570626049
Pages: 152
Publication Date: 15 February 2013
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

Jamg n Kongtr l (18131899) was a versatile and prolific scholar. He has been characterized as a ""Tibetan Leonardo"" because of his significant contributions to religion, education, medicine, and politics.

Reviews for Cloudless Sky: The Mahamudra Path of the Tibetan Buddhist Kagyu School

In the purity of its vision, it can be a door that opens, even for a moment, onto the meaning of ground, path, and fruition. . . . Cloudless Sky is perhaps most valuable as part of Jamgoen Kongtrul Rinpoche's transmission, a way for him to continue to function as guide and spiritual friend. - Tricycle