Song of Karmapa: The Aspiration of the Mahamudra of True Meaning by Lord Ranging Dorje

by Traleg Kyabgon

Overview

Traleg Kyabgon Rinpoche’s oral translation of the ancient text “Song of Karmapa" explains the path of resting within and transforming the mind. This song was originally written by Rangjung Dorje, one of the most important teachers within the Tibetan tradition. In this book Traleg unwraps each cryptic verse revealing its hidden meaning. An enlightening journey into ways of developing insight, compassion, and wisdom, and reducing suffering, key components within the Buddhist tradition.

Product Details

ISBN-13:	9780648114840
Publisher:	Shogam Publications
Publication date:	07/01/2018
Pages:	120
Product dimensions:	6.25(w) x 9.25(h) x 0.40(d)

About the Author

Traleg Kyabgon (1955–2012) was the founder of the Kagyu E-Vam Buddhist Institute, which is headquartered in Melbourne, with a major practice center in upstate New York and a practice community in New York City. He taught extensively at universities and Buddhist centers in the U.S., Canada, Australia, New Zealand, and Southeast Asia, and is the author of such books as Essence of Buddhism and Karma: What It Is, What It Isn't, Why It Matters.

Table of Contents

Foreword Ogyen Trinley Dorjé, 17th Karmapa ix

Foreword Khenpo Karthar Rinpocbe xi

Biography of Author xiii

Acknowledgements xvii

Editor's Introduction and Biography xviii

The Root Verses 1

Section 1 The Overview 6

Verses One - Two

Section 2 The Correct Basis for Embarking on the Path 13

Verses Three - Four

Section 3 The Means of Realizing the Path 20

Verse Five

Section 4 The Path 26

Verse Six

Section 5 How to Cultivate the Spiritual Path 33

Verses Seven - Twenty-three

Section 6 Fruition 94

Verses Twenty-four - Twenty-five

Notes 100

Bibliography 111

Terms and Names 113

Glossary 116

Index 123