A Torch Lighting the Way to Freedom

Complete Instructions on the Preliminary Practices

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Teachings on the foundational practices of Tibetan Buddhism by a renowned and beloved master--now in paperback.


     In this book, Dudjom Rinpoche explains a key text attributed to Padmasambhava, the great Indian meditation master credited with bringing the Buddha's teachings to Tibet. The instructions here are clear, direct, and personal, illuminating the heart of Vajrayana Buddhist practice and philosophy. Included is the root text ("The Heart Essence of the Dakini") by Padmasambhava and the commentary by Dudjom Rinpoche. Of interest to practitioners of all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.
DUDJOM RINPOCHE, JIGDREL YESHE DORJE (1904-1987) was a highly revered Buddhist meditation master and the leader of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. He also traveled and taught extensively, proving instrumental in bringing Buddhism to people in Europe, North America, and other parts of Asia. He founded a teaching and meditation center in Dordogne, France, in 1980, where he lived until his death in 1987. This is one of the few volumes of teachings by this legendary master to become available in English. It features commentary on one of the most famous and useful teachings from the great historical meditation master, Padmasambhava (eighth century).

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Teachings on the foundational practices of Tibetan Buddhism by a renowned and beloved master--now in paperback.


     In this book, Dudjom Rinpoche explains a key text attributed to Padmasambhava, the great Indian meditation master credited with bringing the Buddha's teachings to Tibet. The instructions here are clear, direct, and personal, illuminating the heart of Vajrayana Buddhist practice and philosophy. Included is the root text ("The Heart Essence of the Dakini") by Padmasambhava and the commentary by Dudjom Rinpoche. Of interest to practitioners of all schools of Tibetan Buddhism.

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DUDJOM RINPOCHE, JIGDREL YESHE DORJE (1904-1987) was a highly revered Buddhist meditation master and the leader of the Nyingma lineage of Tibetan Buddhism. He also traveled and taught extensively, proving instrumental in bringing Buddhism to people in Europe, North America, and other parts of Asia. He founded a teaching and meditation center in Dordogne, France, in 1980, where he lived until his death in 1987. This is one of the few volumes of teachings by this legendary master to become available in English. It features commentary on one of the most famous and useful teachings from the great historical meditation master, Padmasambhava (eighth century).

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