Tibetan Book Of The Dead
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Tibetan Book Of The Dead
The Tibetan Book of the Dead
Liberation Through Understanding in the Between
The most accessible and informative version of the Buddhist classicavailable in English, with instruction in meditation, illuminating commentary, and guidance in the practical use of the prayers
The so-called “Tibetan Book of the Dead” has been renowned for centuries as a cornerstone of Buddhist wisdom and religious thought. More recently, it has become highly influential in the Western world for its psychological insights into the processes of death and dying, and what they can teach us about the ways we live our lives. It has also been found to be helpful in the grieving process by people who have recently lost their loved ones.
Composed in the eighth century C.E., it is intended to prepare the soul for the trials and transformations of the afterworld. Its profound message is that the art of dying is as important as the art of living. Drawing on Tibetan spiritual traditions, it shows us the workings of the mind in its various manifestations... terrifying and comforting, wrathful and beautiful which appear more clearly after death in the consciousness of the deceased. By recognizing these manifestations, we can attain a state of enlightenment, both in this existence and in the existence to come.
This authoritative translation preserves the form and spirit of the original and was prepared especially for Western readers by Robert A. F. Thurman, one of the most prominent Tibetan scholars in America and a close associate of His Holiness the Dalai Lama’s.
This Edition:
- Author - Padmasambhava, W.Y. Evans-Wentz, Robert A.F. Thurman (Translator)
- Format - 256 pages, Paperback
- Published - January 5, 1998
- Language - English
Please Note: This book is offered for educational, informational, historical, philosophical, and metaphysical study purposes only. The content reflects the perspectives, interpretations, and ideas of the author and is not intended as instruction, endorsement, or encouragement of any specific belief system, practice, ritual, or behavior. Nothing contained within this book should be interpreted as medical, psychological, legal, or professional advice of any kind. Readers are encouraged to engage with the material thoughtfully, exercise personal discernment, and take full responsibility for how the information is interpreted or applied. Individual perspectives and experiences may vary. Props shown in photos are for display purposes only and are not included unless explicitly stated.
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