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Guru Yoga: According to the Preliminary Practice of Longchen Nyingtik

Paperback / softback

Main Details

Title Guru Yoga: According to the Preliminary Practice of Longchen Nyingtik
Authors and Contributors      By (author) Dilgo Khyentse
Translated by Matthieu Ricard
Physical Properties
Format:Paperback / softback
Pages:104
Dimensions(mm): Height 216,Width 140
Category/GenreBuddhism
Exercise and workout books
ISBN/Barcode 9781559391214
ClassificationsDewey:294.34432
Audience
General

Publishing Details

Publisher Shambhala Publications Inc
Imprint Snow Lion Publications
Publication Date 1 May 1999
Publication Country United States

Description

Why is the practice guru yoga (union with the nature of the guru) so important? Because with the help of the outer teacher, the inner teacher (the true nature of our own mind) is discovered. This particular guru yoga is called "The Wish-fulfilling Jewel," and it is the outer practice of the guru from the Longchen Nyingtik revelation of Rigdzin Jigme Lingpa. It was during a summer retreat in France in 1984 that Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche gave teachings on this text. This is a new commentary and not a re-edit of teachings in the book The Wish-fulfilling Jewel.

Author Biography

Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche (1910-1991) was a highly accomplished meditation master, scholar, and poet, and a principal holder of the Nyingma lineage. His extraordinary depth of realization enabled him to be, for all who met him, a foundation of loving-kindness, wisdom, and compassion. A dedicated exponent of the nonsectarian Rime movement, Khyentse Rinpoche was respected by all schools of Tibetan Buddhism and taught many eminent teachers, including His Holiness the Dalai Lama. He tirelessly worked to uphold the Dharma through the publication of texts, the building of monasteries and stupas, and by offering instruction to thousands of people throughout the world. His writings in Tibetan fill twenty-five volumes.

Reviews

"Beautiful text. . . . An inspiring guide."-Indian International Journal of Buddhist Studies "This excellent work presents a succinct overview of the heart of the Vajrayana Buddhist tradition in Tibet."-Values and Visions