The Tantric Path of Indestructible Wakefulness: The Profound

The Tantric Path of Indestructible Wakefulness: The Profound Treasury of the Ocean of Dharma, Volume Three
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The third volume of this landmark series presents the vajrayana teachings of the tantric path. The vajrayana, or â‚¬Å“diamond vehicle,â‚¬Â also referred to as tantra, draws upon and extends the teachings of the hinayana and mahayana. As with the hinayana and the mahayana, the formal acceptance into the vajrayana is marked by a vow, in this case the samaya vow. There is an emphasis at this stage on the student-teacher relationship and on the quality of devotion. Generally, students must complete preliminary practices, called ngÂ¶ndro, to prepare themselves for initiation into the vajrayana path before going further. Having done so, they then receive the appropriate empowerments to begin tantric practices. There are empowerment ceremonies of many kinds, called abhishekas. The vajrayana includes both form practices, such as visualizations and sadhanas (ritual liturgies), and formless practices based on allowing the mind to rest naturally in its inherent clarity and emptiness. Although on the surface, there is much greater complexity in tantric practices, the principles of mindfulness and awareness and the cultivation of compassion and skillful action continue to be of central importance.

The tantric path requires complete engagement and fierce dedication. It is said to be a more rapid path, but it is also more dangerous. There is a quality of directness, abruptness, and wholeheartedness. Tantrikas, or vajrayana practitioners, recognize that the most challenging aspects of life, the energies and play of confused emotions and frightening obstacles, can be worked with as gateways to freedom and realization. Other topics covered in detail in this volume include the four reminders, the mandala principle, mahamudra, atiyoga, and more.

The Profound Treasury of the Ocean of Dharma represents meditation master ChÂ¶gyam Trungpaâ‚¬s greatest contribution to Western Buddhism. This three-volume collection presents in lively, relevant language the comprehensive teachings of the Tibetan Buddhist path of the hinayana, mahayana, and vajrayana. This work will resonate with new students of Buddhism as well as the most senior students.
Country USA
Brand Shambhala Publications
Manufacturer Shambhala
Binding Hardcover
ItemPartNumber black & white illustrations
Color Navy
ReleaseDate 2013-04-08
UnitCount 1
Format Illustrated
EANs 9781590308042

Country	USA
Brand	Shambhala Publications
Manufacturer	Shambhala
Binding	Hardcover
ItemPartNumber	black & white illustrations
Color	Navy
ReleaseDate	2013-04-08
UnitCount	1
Format	Illustrated
EANs	9781590308042

The Tantric Path of Indestructible Wakefulness: The Profound Treasury of the Ocean of Dharma, Volume Three

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