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Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior [Mass Market Paperback]

Chogyam Trungpa
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March 27, 2007
<p style="line-height: 150%;"> There is a basic human wisdom that can help solve the world’s problems. It doesn’t belong to any one culture or region or religious tradition—though it can be found in many of them throughout history. It’s what Chögyam Trungpa called the sacred path of the warrior. The sacred warrior conquers the world not through violence or aggression, but through gentleness, courage, and self-knowledge. The warrior discovers the basic goodness of human life and radiates that goodness out into the world for the peace and sanity of others. That’s what the Shambhala teachings are all about, and this is the book that has been presenting them to a wide and appreciative audience for more than twenty years.

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"Trungpa's warrior is a most appealing figure, embodying qualities that every spiritual tradition would hold dear. The principal discipline recommended here—being genuine moment after moment—allows one to discover the magic inherent in phenomena, where the synchronization of body and mind becomes an attunement to the natural order."—Yoga Journal

"Trungpa's clear-headed vision shows us that celebrating life is based on appreciating ourselves. This book is a masterpiece of clarity and insight."—East West Journal

"Shambhala provides a clear depiction of the results and, thus, the reasons for meditation practice as a source of strength for daily living and spiritual growth."—Body, Mind & Spirit

About the Author

Chögyam Trungpa (1940–1987)—meditation master, teacher, and artist—founded Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, the first Buddhist-inspired university in North America; the Shambhala Training program; and an international association of meditation centers known as Shambhala International. He is the author of numerous books including Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism, and The Myth of Freedom.

Product Details

  • Mass Market Paperback: 256 pages
  • Publisher: Shambhala; Mass Paperback Edition edition (March 27, 2007)
  • Language: English
  • ISBN-10: 1590304519
  • ISBN-13: 978-1590304518
  • Product Dimensions: 4.2 x 0.7 x 6.8 inches
  • Shipping Weight: 4.2 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
  • Average Customer Review: 4.7 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (74 customer reviews)
  • Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #57,184 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)

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Chögyam Trungpa (1940-1987)--meditation master, teacher, and artist--founded Naropa University in Boulder, Colorado, the first Buddhist-inspired university in North America; the Shambhala Training program; and an international association of meditation centers known as Shambhala International. He is the author of numerous books including Shambhala: The Sacred Path of the Warrior, Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism, and The Myth of Freedom.

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And by doing so, we will help contribute to make the world a better place to live in. alex.yap@get2net.dk  |  13 reviewers made a similar statement
It is a very motivational book. George Schaefer  |  7 reviewers made a similar statement
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66 of 68 people found the following review helpful
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Chögyam Trungpa was, if nothing else, a Character. As famous as his ideas were his Shenanigans: promiscuity, affairs with students, and heavy drinking that on the face of it seem out of step with the Buddha's teachings, but which many of his followers justified as "Crazy Wisdom" in a long Tibetan tradition.(His misbehaviour is said to have begun after an accident: he crashed his car - I place my hand over my heart as I tell you this - into a joke-shop.)

I've always felt uncomfortable with books like "Cutting Through Spiritual Materialism" and "The Myth of Freedom". He shows nothing short of genius in adapting Tibetan world-pictures and spiritual methods for Western readers: unlike many icons of Asian spirituality in the West, he really, thoroughly (and indeed scarily) understood the people he found himself among.

But he adapted by psychologising. For Tibetans, the Six Realms of Existence are actual and concrete; they are as real as Ecuador or Niagara Falls. Trungpa Rinpoche turns them into Mental Tendencies that we can observe in our own minds at any moment. The result is fascinating, much-praised and helpful to many, but leaves me feeling... confused, dubious.

No such reservations about this more modest book. The legendary city of Shambhala, the Way of the Warrior, may be peripheral aspects of Tibetan tradition, but they're especially accessible. This is, in a word, Wisdom, that anybody could practice anywhere, at any time. I am awed by his subtlety, poetry and delicacy of touch. His choice of the "Child's Garden of Verses", for instance, to illustrate the Buddhist concept of seeing the Universe in its smallest details, is wildly inspired. I rack my brains to think of another Asian spiritual teacher who could have used that illustration.

Wisdom is often advertised, much more seldom found, but it's certainly here, along with a fragrance of ancient heroic tales and indelible childhood stories. Even the faintly Asian English (you keep waiting to be called "Grasshopper") only adds to the appeal.
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60 of 62 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars The Sacred Warrior - Purity of Heart, Nobility of Soul February 26, 1999
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Enlightening ! Full of Wisdom ! Buy It ! Make a Difference ... for your self ... and for society ! This book was first given to me by a Tibetan Master, Jamgon Kongtrul Rinpoche, in 1985 when I asked him about Shambala (the enlightened society). Jamgon Kongtrul was a living example of compassion and wisdom. Even though he did not know me as I was just one among one a crowd, he immediately gave me this enlightening book. Since then, I have been buying it and giving it to many people. It is his legacy. (Trunpa and Jamgon comes from the same Tibetan Buddhist lineage.) This book is not about following a religious dogma or path. It is about how to live a dignified and meaningful human existence. The sacred warrior is not only brave and honorable but gentle and kind at the same time. The sacred warrior do not live in a world of deceit and superficiality. She or he is a geniune human being who is always considerate to others and her/his environment. Trungpa says that the bravest warrior is the one who can open her/his heart to others and wears no masks nor armor to hide her/his weakness. We all have the inherent potential to be sacred warriors. And by doing so, we will help contribute to make the world a better place to live in. Trunpa says that instead of trying very hard to change other people, our society, our families, and situations, we should first change ourselves and our negative attitudes first. It is only when we change our innermost selves and our myopic views of life that we can make a difference and geniunely help transform our society to a better place to live in. When we choose to be sacred warriors, that will be our lifelong existentialist quest. Be prepared for a new way of living human existence.
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102 of 110 people found the following review helpful
5.0 out of 5 stars a beginners guide to Shambhala June 21, 2000
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Shambhala: The Sacred path of the Warrior is a book I read on whimsy. I read this book originally because of the relationship Trungpa had with Allen Ginsberg. I was curious so I picked up a copy of this book. It was enlightening because this is the real deal unlike a lot of the half baked Zen Buddhism invoked by many beatnik types. One need not drop acid to gain wisdom here. If you want the hokey, trippie hippie Buddhism, forget this book. Trungpa is writing of an ancient code of warriorship. It is an inward, spiritual journey drawn from the Tibetan warrior culture. One who reads this and learns the lessons it teaches will be assisted in overcoming self doubt and negativity. This is not a book of violence. It is really a guide towards overcoming violence. It is about learning mastery over oneself. I was inspired to be better after reading this book. It made me believe in the possibility of transcendence. That is saying something, too. It is a very motivational book.
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5.0 out of 5 stars It is a life path book
This book is one that you can read the lot, or a chapter or a verse. Each time you pick it up the wisdom is appropriate to the moment. Full of life's best teachings. Read more
Published 6 days ago by Sue4gold
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5.0 out of 5 stars Beautiful
This is a wonderful, easy read book for anyone who would like to become more familiar with the principals and practices of Buddhism. Read more
Published 1 month ago by EC
5.0 out of 5 stars Excellent
Once again, Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche doesn't disappoint, with this classic overview of the Way of the Shambhala Warrior. Highly recommended.
Published 2 months ago by F. Gianmichael Salvato
5.0 out of 5 stars Best book for Americans
I believe that this book is the one to read if you want to start on Buddhism and are an American. I think the ideas are easy to follow and clear.
Published 3 months ago by Georgia
5.0 out of 5 stars Don't hesitate to buy.
This is simply one of the most profound and useful books I have ever discovered, reread multiple time and used in my life.
Published 4 months ago by Jeff Buehler
5.0 out of 5 stars Interesting philosophy
I am about 70% through the book. I read it, do some reflection, read more, and continue the self analysis and have found this to be an interesting way to re-focus my energies and... Read more
Published 4 months ago by Rick L. Roller
5.0 out of 5 stars Life Changer
There are so many books and methods describing the spiritual path but this book gives simple guidelines that fit most any direction. Read more
Published 5 months ago by Walton Lindsay
5.0 out of 5 stars Required reading!
In a time when we so frequently hear of despair, Chogyam Trungpa's book offers teachings on establishing enlightened society, seeing the Sacred World and how to live your life... Read more
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This book is full of great ideas, simple and logical. Although it can be repetitive and uses terms I'm not familiar with, still, it is a good tool for self-awareness and... Read more
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