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John Myrdhin Reynolds (Author)

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Publication Date: January 1, 1996

In many ways the best guide to Dzogchen teachings. Includes explanations that were previously thought too secret to publish.'--Tricycle: The Buddhist Review

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"In many ways the best guide to the Dzogchen teachings. Includes explanations of texts that were previously thought too secret to publish." --Tricycle: The Buddhist Review

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"Contains clear translations and detailed commentaries. Careful study and practice of the knowledge revealed in The Golden Letters is indispensable."

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Product Details

Paperback: 392 pages
Publisher: Snow Lion Publications; 1st edition (January 1, 1996)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1559390506
ISBN-13: 978-1559390507
Product Dimensions: 9 x 6 x 1.2 inches
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Average Customer Review: 4.2 out of 5 stars See all reviews (12 customer reviews)

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5.0 out of 5 stars An essential Dzogchen text, November 17, 1999

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This is a fine translation of one of the most succinct and profound Dzogchen texts, by the early Tibetan master Garab Dorje, with commentary by the great 19th century master Patrul Rinpoche. John Reynolds has produced a scholarly yet highly readable translation of this important text and commentary, and has added a very helpful and insightful introduction and commentary of his own. For anyone seriously interested in practicing Dzogchen, one of the most profound Tibetan Buddhist methods for realizing the nature of the mind, this book will be a great treasure.

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5.0 out of 5 stars ESSENTIAL READING !!!, July 21, 2004

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John Reynolds was recognized as the first western man (Inje) to take Ngakpa ordination in Tibetan Buddhism. He studied extensively under the late Dudjom Rinpoche who gave him his vows, as well as with Namkhai Norbu, and Lopon Tenzin Namdak. Reynolds was one of the first westerners to translate essential texts in the Buddhist tradition, particularly teachings on Dzogchen. His translations are technically accurate, and show a depth of insight into Tibetan thought and theory which few others have shown. This is essential reading for any Buddhist!

I highly recommend his other texts as well, including his Bonpo Dzogchen teachings which are to be found at the moment in booklet form. See his website: www.vajranatha.com

Samaya hoh!

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5.0 out of 5 stars e-ma-ho! Marvelous!, August 25, 1999

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This is another excellent translation of an essential work in the study of Dzogchen. Namkhi Norbu Rinpoche - well named - and John Reynold's cooperative efforts once again bear fruit forthe liberation of all beings from suffering. This is one of the best: well written, erudite, clear as crystal and elegant.

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2.0 out of 5 stars fundamentalist but not fundamental
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1.0 out of 5 stars History or Fiction ?
Reynolds attempts to anchor the development of Dzogchen in history rather than myth and he fails. His style reminds me of a Christian fundamentalist - and I would bet that is his... Read more

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5.0 out of 5 stars A lamp in the dark
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5.0 out of 5 stars My Favorite Book
This was the best book I ever read. I encourage everyone to read it.

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Key Phrases - Statistically Improbable Phrases (SIPs): (learn more)
primordial state, root guru, six vajra verses, guru yoga, higher tantras, lower tantras, space dissolving into space, liberation through bare attention, impure karmic vision, own original condition, posthumous teachings, rgum chung, great vast expanse, rtsol med, single unique state, mig sgron, intrinsic awareness, photic phenomena, great cremation ground, primal awareness, clear luminosity, startled awareness, first essential point, primordial purity, interior awareness

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Garab Dorje, The Special Teaching, Historical Origins of Dzogchen, Great Perfection, Patrul Rinpoche, Tun Huang, Body of Light, Four Early Texts Relating, Clear Light, Namkhai Norbu Rinpoche, Anuttara Tantra, Mahayoga Tantra, Authentic Buddhist Teaching, Central Tibet, Dudjom Rinpoche, Longchen Rabjampa, Nubchen Sangye Yeshe, Dzogchen Tantras, Guru Padmasambhava, Jigmed Lingpa, Parinirvana of the Buddha, Primordial Base, Dzogchen Semde, Newer Schools, Tibetan Buddhism

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