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As It Is Vol. 1 (As It Is)

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In the same vein as his Rainbow Painting: A Collection of Miscellaneous Aspects of Development and Completion, Tulku Urgyen writes in a simple, straight-forward, easy-to-understand style. More importantly, he explains the purpose of several Tibetan Buddhist (Vajrayana) techniques which are otherwise alien to a Western mind. The many deities map onto Jungian Archetypes for example. Furthermore, he meticulously describes the technique of Dzogchen Trekcho and relates it to both the development and completion stage practices of Vajrayana. He also speaks to Yidam practice and one vs. a multiplicity of Yidams or deities. Thus, he eliminates many of the obstacles to Western understanding of Tibetan beliefs and practices. This book is well worth reading for students and practitioners of Dzogchen, Mahamudra (referenced a number of times herein), and Vajrayana. I look forward to reading As It Is, Vol. 2.

...book on Dzogchen and Mahamudra that I know of. Tulku Urgyen is the man! If you don't get the message after this book, buy Vol.2! These books are full of blessing, they will never let you down! If you are in a hurry to reach the highest hights, this is your manual.

Clear precise teachings by a master written in clear precise English. This builds a strong foundation in the Dzogchen teachings of Buddhism. I highly recommend this master piece.