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The Crystal and the Way of Light: Sutra, Tantra, and Dzogchen (Tibetan Buddhist Philosophy) Paperback – October 1, 1999

by Chogyal Namkhai Norbu (Author), John Shane (Compiler, Editor)

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In The Crystal and the Way of Light, Chogyal Namkhai Norbu examines the spiritual path from the viewpoint of Dzogchen. He discusses the base path and fruit of Dzogchen practice, and describes his education and how he met his principal master who showed him the real meaning of direct introduction to Dzogchen. By interweaving his life story with the teachings, he both sets Dzogchen in its traditional context and reveals its powerful contemporary relevance. The book is richly illustrated with photos of Buddhist masters, meditational deities, and Dzogchen symbols.

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Within Tibetan Buddhism, there is a little-known discipline called Dzogchen, the turbo path to liberation. In some traditions, the path to liberation extends over lifetimes of diligent practice, but Dzogchen is an accelerated way to achieve self-perfection. After many years of formal study, Chogyal Namkhai Norbu was initiated into this less-formal practice, which is one of the highest yet most accessible of Tibetan Buddhist teachings. Namkhai Norbu eventually made his way to Italy to teach, where John Shane transcribed and translated Namkhai Norbu's lectures, putting together what is now one of the most popular books on Dzogchen. Namkhai Norbu makes it clear that these teachings are not a handbook for practice but rather an overview of Dzogchen, notably its three divisions: the base, the path, and the fruit. The ultimate and immediate goal is to achieve the primordial state of non-dual awareness, the one taste, and to maintain it. With colorful anecdotes from his own experience (finding an ancient text manifested in a dream, for example, and visiting eccentric cave yogis), Namkhai Norbu's teachings illustrate that Dzogchen is not just theory but the way to a new, and almost incomprehensible, way of being. --Brian Bruya

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"One of the most significant contributions to the understanding of Tibetan Buddhism to have appeared in recent years."—The Middle Way

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Series: Tibetan Buddhist Philosophy
Paperback: 216 pages
Publisher: Snow Lion; New Ed edition (October 1, 1999)
Language: English
ISBN-10: 1559391359
ISBN-13: 978-1559391351
Product Dimensions: 5.5 x 0.6 x 8.5 inches
Shipping Weight: 10.6 ounces (View shipping rates and policies)
Average Customer Review: 23 customer reviews
Amazon Best Sellers Rank: #381,810 in Books (See Top 100 in Books)
- #2750 in Spiritual Self-Help (Books)
- #852 in Religious Philosophy (Books)
- #2968 in Eastern Philosophy (Books)

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mario Loy

Thorough treatise on the nature, essence and energy of ...

August 12, 2017

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Thorough treatise on the nature,essence and energy of mind.Non dual perception and view of relative reality is encourage to expand mind.Constant awareness can be achieved thru Dzogchen practice.The book is a must reference for professionals
In the fild of Psycholoy ,Mental Hygiene and Behavioral studies.

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LovinLife

Very Important Work

March 19, 2017

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This is a jewel for anyone interesed in the deep esoteric realms of Tobettan Buddhism from a living master. Highly recommended for seekers.

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Tony N

Very readable, enjoyable and good introduction to Dzogchen teachings

October 25, 2013

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I recommend this book to anyone looking for an easy-to-read and enjoyable introduction to Dzogchen teachings, or even anyone who enjoys reading about life in a largely pre-modern, but, in its own way, advanced and sophisticated Asian society. A unique auto-biography by a unique Tibetan master.

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Lasse Boyum

Wake Up - Extremely inspirational

May 2, 2013

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This is a book for those that want to go all the way, and likes the shortest way. Reminds me of gnosticism, mysticism as well as shamanism from other parts of the world. I bought this book after having read 'Dzogchen - The Self-Perfected State' because the author suggested it on a homepage. Norbu explains relatively easily, despite lots of terms has been translated from Tibetan and Sanskrit. In Western terminalogy we could maybe call this psychology or philosophy of mind, but we are taken deeper than we are used to compared to western standards, just my humble opinion. Now I have to go, I am looking for a master.

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The best ever book about the nature of universe

September 10, 2016

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The best ever book about the nature of universe, reality and existence from the surprisignly different angle, written in a very easy language :-)

Highly recommended to everybody asking questions about the sense of live, etc...

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Michael Z

Great intro to Dzogchen

March 22, 2012

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I have been a student of philosophy and spirituality for many years. This book is one of my favorites. It is written by a great Tibetan master. He isn't just a great scholar, but one who is definitely an enlightened master in his own right.

Dzogchen is a Tibetan Buddhist path to awakening originating in the Himalayan region many centuries ago. Its essence is Buddhist, but its terminology is different. Namkhai Norbu explains Dzogchen in a very clear and lucid manner. If you are interested in spirituality, psychology, Buddhism, or mysticism, then this book is a must have. Perhaps you will decide to choose Dzogchen as your path. Or at least you will learn something about such a wonderful and profound lineage.

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June 17, 2017

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Very good book well put together. Easy to understand and full of great stories and lessons. Really reccomend this book

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Mary A.

Five Stars

January 11, 2018

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The person this gift was intended for enjoyed it very much.

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