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A masterwork of Tibetan Buddhism--providing the complete foundation for study and practice--from beginning to Buddhahood. Includes teachings on Buddha-nature, finding the spiritual master, impermanence, karma, cultivation of bodhicitta, development of the six perfections, the ten bodhisattva bhumis, Buddhahood, and the activities of the Buddha.
Product Details
| Publisher | Snow Lion Publications |
| ISBN | 1559390921 |
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| Creator | Khenpo Konchog Gyaltsen Rinpoche |
| Author | Gampopa |
| Format | Paperback |
| Label | Snow Lion Publications |
| Edition | First Edition |
| Dewey Decimal Number | 294.342 |
| Studio | Snow Lion Publications |
| EAN | 9781559390927 |
| Number Of Pages | 520 |
| Title | The Jewel Ornament of Liberation: The Wish-Fulfilling Gem of the Noble Teachings |
| Publication Date | 1998-01-19 |
| Manufacturer | Snow Lion Publications |
Customer Reviews
Life ChangingReview by John, 2009-06-05
An overview of the Buddhist path.
In Jewel Ornament, it says that reading teachings from Gampopa is the same as receiving teachings from him, and truly I think that is the case- this book not only gives you words, but also a strong blessing to develop towards enlightenment. It has been said that anyone who fully understands Jewel Ornament fully understands Mahayana Buddhism.
After reading this book, my Buddhist view is much more complete, and feels as though it will not let me down, as it's based on understanding rather than just words.
Only for practicing Buddhists
Review by Geraldine Silver, 2008-12-13
This book is suitable only for practicing Buddhists as it lists a lot of what constitutes good karma and what constitutes bad karma and the consequences of each. Many of the consequences are repetitive, thus making this book resemble a law book. In addition, the author extracts the same point from many other texts, thus making it once more very repetitive. The list is not elaborated further, thus raising a lot of questions. This book surely must be read with a guidance from a teacher.
Amazing book when you know how to read it
Review by G. F. Germano, 2008-02-08
I tried to read Gunther's translation of Gampopa's classic, but was unable to relate to it. If it weren't for Ken McLeod's podcast of his Then And Now class (www.unfetteredmind.com/audio, then go to the Classes dropdown), this translation would fair no better with me. Ken's podcast classes are helping in my developing an experiential relationship with the subject matter. This book, although written in medieval Tibet, deals with the questions of human confusion and struggle that impact us today, and provide direction on freeing us of this confusion and struggle, especially when Ken's podcasts are used as a study guide.
perfect English reference book on Buddhism
Review by Ke Jiang, 2007-09-13
I found this book is very useful for my buddhism study, the chapters are arranged in a very organized way. the contents are consise and accurate, it is like a notebook for most of the buddhism concepts and principles.
I really like it, and appreciate the English translation. it's great!
The key to open your heart....and eyes.
Review by Inana, 2007-04-10
Most people I know are using to say "that's a hard time to live in". But they change nothing in their lifes, day after day, they weak up and do the same old things...I don't understand why.
Lord Gampopa, in his kindeness, show us a very effective way to review this unhappy situation. This book is a gift from the most elevate kind of intelligence the mankind alredy had made. But it's just for the braves, cause that's a kind of adventure.
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