NATURAL GREAT PERFECTION: Dzogchen Teachings and Vajra Songs
by Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche and Lama Surya Das
Dzogchen is the consummate practice of Tibetan Buddhism. A pure awareness practice applicable to any circumstance and readily integrated into modern life, Dzogchen directly introduces us to the inherent freedom, purity and perfection of being that is our true nature.
Natural Great Perfection is an inspiring collection of teachings, providing the deepest possible insight into the practice of the Dzogchen path. The teachings are followed by a collection of spontaneous vajra songs, composed in the tradition of Milarepa, as the delightful play of wisdom consciousness.
Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche, one of the most eminent Tibetan meditation masters, is remembered for his brilliant teaching style. He was learned in all four schools of Tibetan Buddhism and was renowned throughout the Tibetan world. Known as one of the principal lineage holders of the nonsectarian practice lineage of Tibetan Buddhism, he specialized in Longchenpa’s Dzogchen Nyinthig teachings.
Lama Surya Das, one of the foremost American lamas in the Buddhist tradition, has been an integral part of Buddhism’s surge in popularity and accessibility in recent years. He is an author, meditation teacher, poet, and founder of the Dzogchen Meditation Center. His many books include The Big Questions, Buddha Is as Buddha Does, Natural Radiance, and Awakening the Buddha Within.
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“Nyoshul Khenpo Rinpoche is a spiritual gem—the collection is an inspiration for practice, and a wonderful companion for retreat. These heart-songs and teachings of this spiritual master are essential reading.”—Daniel Goleman, author of Emotional Intelligence and The Meditative Mind
“The entire book is pretty straightforward and accessible, even with limited knowledge of Buddhist jargon and practice…. Overall, this book will be of interest to anyone attracted to Vajrayana Buddhism as well as those curious about religion in general, particularly comparative religious philosophy—it is fascinating how similar religions are when stripped of ceremonies and rules and reduced to simple philosophical theories. As such, it’s a good read for all those seeking enlightenment, both intellectual and spiritual, via any path.”—Feminist Review
“The reader will find here, in Nyoshul Khenpo’s captivating personality and teachings, the embodiment of the advice he quotes from the nineteenth-century master Patrul Rinpoche”—Eastern Horizon
“…thoroughly delightful work…contains many essential teachings of Buddhadharma.”—Thomas Peter von Bahr, New Age Retailer
“This extremely readable book provides a wealth of wisdom”—East and West Series
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