The Tantric Distinction, Revised: A Buddhist's Reflections on Compassion and Emptiness
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"The ideas, concepts, and methods of various religions must be tried on for size, must be lifted above museum displays, must be confronted and allowed to resonate with one's own character. It is in this spirit that I present here a personalized account of central Buddhist practices."--from the author's preface Widely recognized as one of the West's leading scholars of Tibetan Buddhism, Professor Jeffrey Hopkins is renowned for his textual translations and original scholarship. For ten years he served as the principal English translator for His Holiness the Dalai Lama. The Tantric Distinction is his effort to make accessible the complexities of this highly sophisticated philosophy by sharing his personal, individual experience with Buddhist thought and practice. It lays out the entire Buddhist path as a living experience.
Format:Paperback
Language:English
ISBN:0861711548
ISBN13:9780861711543
Release Date:December 1984
Publisher:Wisdom Publications
Length:192 Pages
Weight:0.70 lbs.
Dimensions:0.6" x 6.0" x 9.0"
Customer Reviews
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An Excellent Book for the Buddhist Student
Published by Thriftbooks.com User , 24 years ago
While I may be somewhat biased in my opinion, for the author is my advisor, I found this book to be very informative on the Buddhist traditions and teachings, while still being an easily understandable read for those without a strong Buddhist background. I highly recommend this book for a novice Buddism student.
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