Ngondro Commentary

Ngondro Commentary
Author: Jane Tromge
Publisher:
Total Pages: 0
Release: 2004-04
Genre: Rnying-ma-pa (Sect)
ISBN: 9788177690910

he ngondro practices in Tibetan Buddhism establish the foundation for the entire Vajrayana path they are as fundamental to the practitioner’s development as the alphabet is to the written language. Among the preliminaries of the various lineages, the Dudjom Tersar Ngondro of the Nyingma tradition is possibly the most concise.

Ngondro Commentary

Ngondro Commentary
Author:
Publisher: Padma Publishing
Total Pages: 154
Release: 1995
Genre: Religion
ISBN:

The ngondro, or preliminary, practices are the foundation of Vajrayana Buddhism. The Dudjom Tersar ngondro, a treasure revealed by Dudjom Lingpa, a previous incarnation of Dudjom Rinpoche, is a concise, yet very powerful set of practices for turning the mind to dharma, purifying obscurations, accumulating merit, and opening the door to the mind's true nature through guru yoga.

A Cascading Waterfall of Nectar

A Cascading Waterfall of Nectar
Author: Thinley Norbu
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 449
Release: 2009-07-21
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0834821842

Like a spontaneous cascade of wisdom nectar, the open and natural words of Thinley Norbu Rinpoche, uncomplicated by scholarly elaboration, flow here in the tradition of the direct transmissions of Buddhas and Bodhisattvas of the past. Through commentary on the Preliminary Practices (Ngöndrö) prayer from the treasure text of the great master Tragtung Düdjom Lingpa, insights into many central practices emerge in order to deepen understanding of the foundations of Vajrayana Buddhism. Also included in the book is a commentary on Tsok Khang Dechen (Assembly Palace of Great Exaltation), the root text prayer of the second Kyabje Düdjom Rinpoche, Jigdrel Yeshe Dorje.

Not for Happiness

Not for Happiness
Author: Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 242
Release: 2012-10-16
Genre: Body, Mind & Spirit
ISBN: 0834828049

From the author of What Makes You Not a Buddhist comes a fresh look at the foundations of Tibetan Buddhist practice, with practical advice and guidance for the modern practitioner Do you practice meditation because you want to feel good? Or to help you relax and be “happy”? Then frankly, according to Dzongsar Jamyang Khyentse, you are far better off having a full-body massage than trying to practice the Dharma. Genuine spiritual practice, not least the Ngöndro preliminaries, will not bring the kind of comfort and ease most worldly people crave. Quite the opposite, in fact. But if your ultimate goal is enlightenment, Ngöndro practice is a must, and Not for Happiness your perfect guide, as it contains everything an aspiring practitioner needs to get started, including advice about: • Developing “renunciation mind” • Discipline, meditation and wisdom • Using your imagination in visualization practice • Why you need a guru

A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom

A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom
Author: Dudjom Rinpoche
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 384
Release: 2016-12-06
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 1611804035

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.

A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism

A Beginner's Guide to Tibetan Buddhism
Author: Bruce Newman
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 305
Release: 2022-04-19
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0834844133

Uncover the nature of the mind with this ground-level, practice-oriented presentation of Tibetan Buddhism. A personal and accessible guide to establishing progress on the path. The book begins with the awakening of students' interest in spirituality and the initial encounter with Tibetan Buddhism, then leads us through all the steps necessary for successful practice in the West. Included is succinct counsel on finding an appropriate teacher, receiving empowerments, becoming active in a center, and launching and sustaining a Vajrayana practice. Special emphasis is placed on the potential pitfalls, and the marvelous benefits, of the guru-disciple relationship.

Our Pristine Mind

Our Pristine Mind
Author: Orgyen Chowang
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 220
Release: 2016-06-07
Genre: Self-Help
ISBN: 083484009X

This “gem of a book” reveals how we can go beyond mindfulness to connect with the ultimate happiness within us and transform our lives (Rick Hanson, Buddha’s Brain) The true nature of our mind is brilliant, clear, and joyful. But we don’t experience this reality amid the swirl of stresses, thoughts, and emotions of day-to-day life. Our Pristine Mind is a practical guide to uncovering our naturally comfortable state of mind and reconnecting with the unconditional happiness that is already within us. Using straightforward, accessible language, Orgyen Chowang Rinpoche leads us through the path of Pristine Mind meditation, a practice from the profound teachings known as Dzogchen. This book presents the entire journey of meditation, from the very beginning all the way to the complete happiness of enlightenment. It is a realistic, natural process that can be practiced and experienced by anyone.

Turning Confusion into Clarity

Turning Confusion into Clarity
Author: Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 385
Release: 2014-07-08
Genre: Religion
ISBN: 0834829754

Advice and encouragement from a leading spiritual teacher and popular author on how to approach the foundational practices of Tibetan Buddhism For anyone interested in Buddhist practice and philosophy, Turning Confusion into Clarity gives detailed instruction and friendly, inspiring advice for those eager to embark on the Tibetan Buddhist path. By offering guidance on how to approach the process and instruction on specific meditation and contemplation techniques, author and teacher Yongey Mingyur Rinpoche provides gentle yet thorough commentary, companionship, and inspiration for committing to the Vajrayana path.

A Guide to The Words of My Perfect Teacher

A Guide to The Words of My Perfect Teacher
Author: Khenpo Ngawang Palzang
Publisher: Shambhala Publications
Total Pages: 394
Release: 2004-06-22
Genre: Philosophy
ISBN: 0834824213

The definitive companion guide to Patrul Rinpoche’s Words of My Perfect Teacher, the classic text on Tibetan Buddhist practices and teachings This guide provides readers with essential background information for studying and practicing with Patrul Rinpoche's Words of My Perfect Teacher—the text that has, for more than a century, served as the reliable sourcebook to the spiritual practices common to all the major schools of Tibetan Buddhism. By offering chapter-by-chapter commentary on this renowned work, Khenpo Pelzang provides a fresh perspective on the role of the teacher; the stages of the path; the view of the Three Jewels; Madhyamika, the basis of transcendent wisdom; and much more.