Product Details

• Format: Box set, Color, NTSC
• Rated: NR (Not Rated)
• Number of tapes: 2
• Studio: Wellspring Media
• VHS Release Date: December 21, 1999
• Run Time: 92 minutes
• Average Customer Review: 4.4 out of 5 stars  See all reviews (18 customer reviews)
• ASIN: 1583500308
• Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #291,050 in Movies & TV (See Top 100 in Movies & TV)

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One copy each of The Tibetan Book of the Dead: A Way of Life and The Tibetan Book of the Dead: The Great Liberation.

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143 of 149 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars A True Classic, April 20, 2004

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Dr. Jan B. Newman (Clinton, Mt. United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tibetan Book of the Dead (A Way of Life / The Great Liberation) (DVD)

I have had the videos of this for several years and have used them in some of the classes I have taught.These are cinematic masterpieces with great scenery from the Himalayas as well as carrying forth the honest heartfelt teachings of the Tibetan Book of the Dead. The narrative by Leonard Cohen is excellant. There are few movies or books that I can recommend more highly for both entertainment and personal growth.

29 of 29 people found the following review helpful:

4.0 out of 5 stars A great glimpse into Tibetan Buddhist beliefs., December 9, 2005

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William Sills "Clay Sills" (Smyrna, GA USA) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tibetan Book of the Dead (A Way of Life / The Great Liberation) (DVD)

This DVD explores two different deaths occurring in Buddhist families: one death of an ancient man who had a rich, full life and one of a young, successful man struck down in the prime of his life. It gives a great account of how Buddhists deal with grief in these two different situations. It also interviews an ancient Buddhist monk about what he desires for the rest of his life, and an investigation of a young boy who might be the reincarnation of a great spiritual figure, and why people think the boy may be the man. The narration by Leonard Cohen is stunning: I couldn't imagine a more appropriate voice and style. The only reason it's not getting 5 stars is the relatively mediocre production values, but considering the remote location and the arduous environment, it's not surprising.

24 of 24 people found the following review helpful:

5.0 out of 5 stars High Impact - well worth your time !, March 31, 2006

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Sivakumar Patibanda (Pleasanton, CA United States) - See all my reviews
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This review is from: The Tibetan Book of the Dead (A Way of Life / The Great Liberation) (DVD)

This is high impact film! For those who are interested in what happens after death, this film is very informative. It ties in well with the teachings of the Buddhist way of life and shows why it is important to live a proper spiritual life. Leonard Cohen's English rendition of the Tibetan scripture is commendable. The visuals are engaging and in sync with the narration.