In this classic scripture of Tibetan Buddhism—traditionally read aloud to the dying to help them attain liberation—death and rebirth are seen as a process that provides an opportunity to recognize the true nature of mind. This unabridged translation of the Tibetan Book of the Dead emphasizes the practical advice that the book offers to the living. The insightful commentary by Chögyam Trungpa, written in clear, concise language, explains what the text teaches us about human psychology. This book will be of interest to people concerned with death and dying, as well as those who seek greater spiritual understanding in everyday life.
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"This is probably one of the most beautiful and difficult books for a Westerner to wrap her/his mind around. . . . This translation is much easier to read than the famous Oxford version, avoiding the inadvertently surrealistic pseudo–King James prose style of the earlier book."— San Francisco Chronicle
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Text: English (translation)
Original Language: Tibetan --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
Original Language: Tibetan --This text refers to an out of print or unavailable edition of this title.
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58 of 60 people found the following review helpful
By ann swanson
Format:Audio Cassette
This was my first exposure to the Tibetan book of the Dead. Basically this book is an instuctional guide for traveling thru the Bardo; the period or place in which we find ourselves after death, and before incarnating into our next life or form. The book gives a very detailed description of the deities and phenomena one can expect to encounter in the Bardo, and the actions one must take to facilitate an optimal incarnation. It also instructs on the practices that we should engage in while living, to prepare for the Bardo, and therefor have the best out come of that experience. In addition, this is a guide for facilitating and guiding another person thru death and the Bardo. This is a straight forward reading of the book by Gere, it is clear and easy to understand. He is easy to listen to. The descriptions of the various dieties get a bit long winded as he decribes at least a hundred of them. Some of it is gruesome and down right scarey sounding. But the basic thing to remember is, that it is all emenating from our own mind, and not to be overcome by fear. Exposure to this information, practice and meditation on these deities can help prepare us for this experience. Apparently, if we take the correct actions (or non actions) in the bardo, we may not have to continue in samsara but can go directly to the Buddha state, or at least an incarnation in one of the more pleasant realms. I am fairly new to Tibetan Buddhism, so my interpretations of what I heard may not be a perfect reflection of the actual teachings. But that is how I heard it.
32 of 34 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback|Amazon Verified Purchase
We accidentally ordered this book not realizing it was a pocket edition.
We ended up returning it because it did not include the glossary, pronounciation guide, etc. of the full-sized version (which we had to order directly from the publisher as it wasn't available here at Amazon.)
If you're looking for a pocket edition, though, it's just fine.
We ended up returning it because it did not include the glossary, pronounciation guide, etc. of the full-sized version (which we had to order directly from the publisher as it wasn't available here at Amazon.)
If you're looking for a pocket edition, though, it's just fine.
24 of 32 people found the following review helpful
Format:Paperback
Sadly, even amongst some practitioners of other sects and traditions of Buddhism not much is known about the mythology and philosophy of many of the sects and lineages of Tibetan Buddhism. The Venerable Chogyam Trungpa, Rinpoche released many of the teachings of the Kagyu and Nyingma traditions of Buddhism (into which he had been trained and initiated) to the general public and as a result provided a wonderful source of information to the student, practitioner, and teacher of Buddhism.
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5.0 out of 5 stars
Food for thought
would recommend this to anyone who wants to inlighten their thoughts. great comfort to many, read over and read over
Published 2 months ago by rowdy nutter
4.0 out of 5 stars
Understanding this
I have been listening to these tapes. They are filled with symbols and metaphores. I would reccommend getting a friend or a group together to openly discuss some of the content. Read more
Published 4 months ago by Bonnie A. Clark
5.0 out of 5 stars
Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche's service shines via this work!
Like any work associated with Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche, this translation wraps up meaning and flow with mastery. Read more
Published 9 months ago by Riki S. Dennis
5.0 out of 5 stars
High frequency!
I've read two versions of the Tibetan book of the dead. This one and the other by Sogyal Rinpoche. The latter was fine, but this version is a gem
of sacred Tibetan wisdom. Read more
of sacred Tibetan wisdom. Read more
Published 15 months ago by Steven
4.0 out of 5 stars
informative and easy-readable
This is an easy-to-understand translation of what we know in the West as "The Tibetan Book of the Dead" with a clear commentary, showing how the work, originally intended and still... Read more
Published 17 months ago by jacqueline ives
4.0 out of 5 stars
"O Child Of Noble Family, Listen Without Distraction . . ."
Named for the mythical (?) and mystical kingdom in the East, Shambhala Publications is known for bringing some of the greatest and sometimes most obscure philosophical writings of... Read more
Published on September 11, 2009 by J. H. Minde
1.0 out of 5 stars
If you're not dead yet, you will be after a few pages
A cute little book easily carried in a pocket but whats the use if the subject matter has no meaning for the reader? Read more
Published on May 12, 2009 by Mark Twain
3.0 out of 5 stars
book of the dead
Smaller book than I thought. Will probably get the full version. Would not recommend if you're looking for a good read.
Published on December 26, 2008 by catgrl
5.0 out of 5 stars
Tiny book! Fits in your pocket.... but LOADED !
Instead of repeating what most people stated, I just wanted to emphasize on the size. This book is soooo tiny, it can fit in your pocket! Read more
Published on December 4, 2008 by Carlos Chapa
4.0 out of 5 stars
The Tibetan Book of the Dead
Very small book without illustrations but an excellent commentary. makes a wonderful companion to a lager, illustrated text.
Published on April 23, 2008 by Phillip H. Maguire
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