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Buddhist Fasting Practice: The Nyungne Method of Thousand Armed Chenrezig Paperback – June 16, 2009

by Wangchen Rinpoche (Author), Dalai Lama (Foreword)

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The Tibetan Buddhist practice of Nyungne (“nyoong-nay”) has been gaining increased attention in Buddhist centers across North America. Participants say the practice purifies them both physically and spiritually. This volume is the only comprehensive treatment in English of these powerful teachings.

Nyungne is a profound, two-and-a-half-day practice, a length of time especially helpful for people whose schedules cannot accommodate long-term retreat. It involves the keeping of strict vows; the second day is devoted to complete silence and fasting. The meditation centers on the recitations, mantras, and guided visualizations of the Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, the embodiment of all the buddhas’ loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as “abiding in the fast,” Nyungne is said to be effective in the healing of illness, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.

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"In this book, Wangchen Rinpoche has given clear and comprehensive instruction on how to undertake the Nyungne practice. Not only that, but by including stories of the great past masters who have undertaken the practice, accounts of the benefits it has brought, as well as auxiliary practices and recitations, he offers a wealth of background information that will serve as a rich source of knowledge and inspiration."—H.H. the Dalai Lama

"Detailed without being overbearing. . . . Clear in its approach and language. For anyone considering embarking on a Nyungne retreat, this book is recommended."—Elephant Journal

"A detailed guide to the fasting and meditative steps necessary to gain the most from this crisp, useful practice. Wangchen spends fair portions of the book addressing Buddhist history and stories, and students of Buddhism will appreciate his lucid expositions and tales. . . . These narrations give the student of Nyungne the important background and moreover the mindset needed to engage in the practice. In many ways, this is the greatest value of this wonderful tome."—New Age Retailer

"A valuable resource for people interested in the Tibetan Buddhist tradition and Buddhist fasting methods. Scholars of Buddhism will find that Rinpoche knows what he is talking about, as he provides an in-depth look at the Nyunge method and tradition."—The Feminist Review

"A highly recommended and worthy addition to any Tibetan Buddhist Studies collection."—Wisconsin Bookwatch

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The Tibetan Buddhist practice of Nyungne ("nyoong-nay") has been gaining increased attention in Buddhist centers across North America; participants say the practice purifies them both physically and spiritually. This volume is the only comprehensive treatment in English of these powerful teachings. Nyungne is a profound two-and-a-half-day practice, a length of time especially helpful for people whose schedules cannot accommodate long-term retreat. It involves the keeping of strict vows; the second day is devoted to complete silence and fasting. The meditation centers on the recitations, mantras, and guided visualizations of the Thousand-Armed Chenrezig, the embodiment of all the buddhas' loving-kindness and compassion. Translated as "abiding in the fast," Nyungne is said to be effective in the healing of illness, the nurturing of compassion, and the purification of negative karma.

Wangchen Rinpoche is a student of Dorje Chang Kalu Rinpoche, with whom he lived and traveled from an early age. He is a master practitioner of Nyungne. He lives in Los Angeles, California.

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Paperback: 272 pages
Publisher: Snow Lion (June 16, 2009)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 9781559393171
ISBN-13: 978-1559393171
ASIN: 1559393173
Product Dimensions: 6 x 0.8 x 9 inches
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Average Customer Review: 11 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #1,154,323 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #911 in Buddhist Rituals & Practice (Books)
- #1067 in Tibetan Buddhism (Books)
- #1667 in Detox & Cleansing Diets

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Amazedbylife

The real deal

September 5, 2018

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A detailed guide to authentic Nyungne fasting method. I found it very helpful in setting up my home fasting practice. Basic elements can guide fasting practice apart from Tibetan Buddhist focus, though obviously that isn't the book's purpose. The book has helped me in both practices.I have done a Nyungne fasting retreat at a Tibetan Temple. I don't think I could have done it at home without that experience.

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John S. Baker

Acquiring and increasing merit

October 30, 2010

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This is an excellent introduction to the fasting practice of the 1000-Arm Chenrezig. The Bodhisattva healed leprosy in one of his devotees who practiced this way and the practice has spread. The full practice involves two days of practice and fasting. This is a "how-to" guide and involves learning a lot. It is best to get instruction from a lama and the initiation that applies to this practice. There is a trend these days to say that peaceful deity practice does not require an initiation while wrathful deity practice does. 1000-Arm Chenrezig is a peaceful deity, but I am glad I got the empowerment from a qualified teacher and instruction in the fasting practice from a real adept. I bought this book to refresh me on the details so I could do this practice on my own. My group practice was done over 20 years ago. I follow teachers in the Shangpa and Karma Kagyu tradition. This book is written by a student of Kalu Rinpoche and that is a marvelous credential.

The biographies of the lineage holders of the fasting tradition, at least of the early lineage holders, is quite interesting in itself. The whole book is worth reading and studying over and over again.

Practicing one deity for a long time is a good way to make progress. I have a library of Buddhist books and I study them and use them for reference. But such little progress as I have made has come from following my lama's instructions and from practicing one deity at a time. A book or many books can not substitute for the direct teaching of an enlightened being. Putting into practice the teachings I have received - well, I can't claim I do very well there. This book helped me with my practice.

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Zenshin

The Authoritative Text on Nyungne

August 16, 2012

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The Venerable Wangchen Rinpoche has written a comprehensive and authoritative text. He is, unquestionably, a Nyungne Master. This book will be invaluable if you are considering attending a retreat or are wondering about attending one. All the words are in the book and more than just a taste of the spirit. But, Nyungne is not an academic endeavor and must be experienced. The benefits of the practice under the guidance of someone knowledgeable and completely devoted, like The Venerable Wangchen Rinpoche, are wonderful and quite beyond words.

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TAVA

Fundamental Book for everyone practicing Nyungne

March 21, 2016

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In depth explanation and information for practitioners of this powerful practice. Also, very interesting stories of great lineage, accomplished practitioners.

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Karma

Good Commentary

July 19, 2014

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Nice, practice and history based manual and commentary. If you are a Nyungne practitioner, then this book can be very valuable. The color pictures are vibrant and the commentary is lucid. Highly recommended.

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lhamo55

Let This Book be Your Nyungne Companion.

April 4, 2015

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This book is my Nyungne constant and dogeared companion along with Bardor Tulku Rinpoche's earlier "Rest for the Fortunate". Even after almost two decades of doing this practice both with groups and by myself, and filling a thick notebook with teachings and instructions received over the years, Wangchen Rinpoche's book brings it all together concisely. And I no longer need to strain my eyes trying to decipher my own handwriting:-) Worth alone the price of the book: full color plates; the sadhana is included; and the thorough explanation of the symbolism of Gelongma Palmo's beautiful homage prayer to Avelokeshvara.

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Perfect for nyung ney practice

September 15, 2017

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Excellent book.

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Michael Blocher

Good book for learning Nyungne

September 16, 2013

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This book is fairly complete if you are planing on attending a Nyungne retreat. Everyone in my temple either had this book or bought it before our first retreat

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