A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom: Complete Instructions on the Preliminary Practices

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Padmakara Translation Group Dudjom Rinpoche

A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom

Complete Instructions on the Preliminary Practices

Padmakara Translation Group, Dudjom Rinpoche, Padmakara Translation Group

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Shambhala Publications Inc
15 December 2016

Buddhist worship, rites & ceremonies; Buddhist life & practice; Tibetan Buddhism

Teachings on the foundational practices of Tibetan Buddhism by a renowned and beloved master--now in paperback.

Teachings on the foundational practices of Tibetan Buddhism by a renowned and beloved master--now in paperback.

In this book, Dudjom Rinpoche explains a key text attributed to Padmasambhava, the great Indian meditation master credited with bringing the Buddha's teachings to Tibet. The instructions here are clear, direct, and personal, illuminating the heart of Vajrayana Buddhist practice and philosophy. Included is the root text (""The Heart Essence of the Dakini"") by Padmasambhava and the commentary by Dudjom Rinpoche. Of interest to practitioners of all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

By: Dudjom Rinpoche
Translated by: Padmakara Translation Group, Padmakara Translation Group
Imprint: Shambhala Publications Inc
Country of Publication: United States
Dimensions: Height: 229mm, Width: 153mm, Spine: 25mm
Weight: 629g
ISBN: 9781611804034
ISBN 10: 1611804035
Pages: 384
Publication Date: 15 December 2016
Audience: General/trade , ELT Advanced
Format: Paperback
Publisher's Status: Active

DUDJOM RINPOCHE, JIGDREL YESHE DORJE (1904-1987) was a highly revered Buddhist meditation master and the leader of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. He also traveled and taught extensively, proving instrumental in bringing Buddhism to people in Europe, North America, and other parts of Asia. He founded a teaching and meditation center in Dordogne, France, in 1980, where he lived until his death in 1987. This is one of the few volumes of teachings by this legendary master to become available in English. It features commentary on one of the most famous and useful teachings from the great historical meditation master, Padmasambhava (eighth century).

Reviews for A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom: Complete Instructions on the Preliminary Practices

“Renowned Tibetan Buddhist master H. H. Dudjom Rinpoche offers Dharma teachings drawn from an array of subjects. Sharp, forthright, direct—this work is a treasure of heart advice.”—Tricycle “The detailed commentary by world-renowned meditation master and teacher Dudjom Rinpoche makes it accessible to students at all levels of Buddhist practice. Solidly anchored in Eastern spiritual tradition, A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom speaks very clearly to those listening with a Western ear.”—Anna Jedrziewski, New Age Retailer “Like a coach prepping an athlete for heightened performance, Dudjom Rinpoche leads the practitioner systematically through the stages of preparing for Tantra.”—Buddhadharma