Compassionate Action [Paperback]

Chatral Rinpoche (Author), Zach Larson (Editor)

Book Description

Publication Date: April 18, 2007

This is the first book to become available in the West by one of the most revered spiritual figures in South Asia. Included is a generous selection of his essays, as well as a biography and many photographs from throughout his lifetime.

Editorial Reviews

Review

Thar Lam This book provides a series of inspiring insights into the beliefs of someone who has devoted more than eight decades to the intensive practice of Dharma and who has little time for the many ways in which people fool themselves - while at the same time caring passionately about their development towards an enlightened state. (Thar Lam This )

From the Back Cover

Chatral Rinpoche, the quintessential "hidden yogi," has been a legend in the Himalayan region for the past seventy years. Although he has never traveled to the West, his amazing story and teachings have gradually been infiltrating the Western Buddhist consciousness since Father Thomas Merton first met him in 1968 and famously remarked that he was "the greatest man I ever met."

This is the first English-language book of this living legend, and includes his biography and autobiography, six of his essays, five prayers he composed, an exclusive interview, and sixteen pages of photos from throughout his life.

"Kyabje Chatral Rinpoche...is renowned throughout the Tibetan community...a legendary adept, who--like the great sages and hermits of the past--has spent much of his life in retreat, practicing meditation and granting teachings only sparingly to a few committed disciples. It is truly wonderful therefore that we now have this precious collection of his teachings and advice capably translated into English, enabling many more people to benefit from his boundless wisdom and compassion."

--Sogyal Rinpoche, author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying.

"Compassionate Action is a jewel. Chatral Rinpoche's teachings are clear, compassionate, and uncompromising. Compassionate Action is essential reading for Tibetan Buddhists, and indeed for Buddhists of all schools."

--Norm Phelps, author of The Great Compassion: Buddhism and Animal Rights

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Product Details

• Paperback: 160 pages
• Publisher: Snow Lion Publications (April 18, 2007)
• Language: English
• ISBN-10: 1559392711
• ISBN-13: 978-1559392716
• Product Dimensions: 8.4 x 5.5 x 0.6 inches
• Shipping Weight: 7.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
• Average Customer Review: 4.9 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (7 customer reviews)
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #995,184 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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11 of 12 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars Endorsement by Sogyal Rinpoche, April 18, 2007

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Zachary J. Larson "Ngawang Yonten" (Brooklyn, NY) - See all my reviews
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"Kyabje Chatral Rinpoche studied under some of the greatest masters of the previous century, and ranks today as the senior-most teacher of the Dzogchen lineage. He is renowned throughout the Tibetan community as a steadfast guardian of the Buddhist tradition and a highly accomplished, legendary adept, who--like the great sages and hermits of the past--has spent much of his life in retreat, practicing meditation and granting teachings only sparingly to a few committed disciples.

"It is truly wonderful therefore that we now have this precious collection of his teachings and advice capably translated into English, enabling many more people to benefit from his boundless wisdom and compassion. Here, in these poetic writings and recorded interviews, Rinpoche imparts his instructions in a forthright and elegant style and reveals his deep commitment to Buddhist ethics, his dedication to non-violence and preserving life, and above all, his total dedication to the authentic teachings of Lord Buddha and Guru Padmasambhava."

--Sogyal Rinpoche, author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars I Love This Book!, September 7, 2007

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R. Adkins - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Compassionate Action (Paperback)

I've read many dharma books in the last few years, and this is one of my two favorites. Chatral Rinpoche is an amazing teacher, one whose impact on the Buddhist world will be felt for many generations to come. I knew very little about him before, but after reading COMPASSIONATE ACTION I now have profound respect for him and the good work he does for all living beings.

Zach Larson has done a wonderful job editing the book. It's clear and concise, and full of great stories about Rinpoche's life and times. There are also many photos of Rinpoche, his family, and other eminent teachers. Included in the text of the book are several teachings given by Rinpoche that I found deeply moving.

I highly recommend COMPASSIONATE ACTION. It's a book that you'll easily read several times.

Oh, my other favorite is WORDS OF MY PERFECT TEACHER. I'll have both of these books with me for the remainder of this life time.

6 of 6 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A Very Important Book!, May 25, 2007

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Jonah Tuviah Geffen (New York City) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: Compassionate Action (Paperback)

In a world where those who speak for peace and compassion are given little publicity and even less respect, books such as this one become even more necessary. The words of Chatral Rinpoche provide deep spitirual lessons that resonate powerfully, even with those of us who are not followers of Tibetan Buddhism. I believe this book is a great asset to the world and highly reccomend it!