The Thirty-Seven Practices of Bodhisattvas: An Oral Teaching
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| Rating | : | 4.88 (563 Votes) |
| Asin | : | 1559390689 |
| Format Type | : | paperback |
| Number of Pages | : | 112 Pages |
| Publish Date | : | 2016-08-02 |
| Language | : | Tibetan |
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The two titles offer insight upon insight as to the way a life should be lead. From Library Journal These two volumes present perspectives on the Boddhisattva ideal, the distinguishing characteristic of Mahayana Buddhism that emphasizes the desire for enlightment as an act of altruism toward all beings. The Wallaces (a professor and a student in religious studies, Stanford Univ.) translated this work with careful attention to Tibetan and Sanskrit versions, which makes their translation unique. Rinchen's is perhaps the more accessible to general readers. Where the nuances in the originals differ significantly, the translation of the Tibetan version is given in the notes. The text on which the teaching is given is a set of verses written in the 14th century by a Tibetan Buddhist monk. For the price,
Recognizing their true potential and letting go of everything which could hinder them on their spiritual journey, Bodhisattvas entrust themselves to the path taught by the Buddha. Resisting disturbing emotions, they learn to respond to difficult situations in a constructive way. Gyelsay Togmay Sangpo wrote The Thirty-Seven Practices of Bodhisattvas in the fourteenth century. His succinct and simple verses of advice summarize the quintessence of the Mahayana path to perfection. In these ways, Bodhisattvas come to cherish living beings as the source of all happiness and are ultimately able to work solely for the good of all. Geshe Sonam Rinchen's oral teachings elucidate these practices for the modern
What makes Tibetan Buddhism distinct? Joe Niemczura This book is an extended commentary on a forty-verse tract published five hundred years ago in Tibetan. It explores the underlying theology of Tibetan Buddhism from an intellectual viewpoint.Buddhism does not take a single form. We think of Confucianism which has a rich history of aphorisms; or perhaps the "Bon" Buddhism of Japan or other . A wonderful primer Shani This book fascinated me because it really explained the Bodhisattva principles in a clear manner. It does not oversimplify; it explains with respect. Many points to ponder and learn from here. I will hold this book dearly forever.. Like having a friend to review the 37 practices with you. I bought this book because of the story of the "louse" coat in the introduction. (You can read it with the look inside feature). The story widened my compassion for ALL creatures--not just the pretty ones. My bonus was the rest of the book: A verse by verse analysis of the 37 practices which was recommended to me to be read daily for a lif