A Spiritual Classic from One of the Foremost Interpreters of Tibetan Buddhism to the West

The Tibetan Book Of Living And Dying

An important, much-loved and respected work of our time: more than 3 million copies of the book have been printed in 34 languages and 80 countries.

For readers of all religions and readers of none

If you believe books can change lives, earmark this one

You don't have to be a Buddhist to read it: its mastery lies in the lucid way it presents esoteric ideas

One of the most helpful books I have ever read

Marvellous - like all the great teachings, it is both simple and complex, and full of love and compassion

Sogyal Rinpoche speaks directly and clearly to the Western mind and heart with humour, joy and great warmth.

I have encountered no book on the interplay of life and death that is more comprehensive, practical and wise.

HUSTON SMITH, author of The World's Religions

Over 3 million copies sold 
 
‘I couldn’t give this book a higher recommendation’ BILLY CONNOLLY 
 
This acclaimed spiritual masterpiece is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of the Tibetan Buddhist teachings ever written. 
 
A manual for life and death and a magnificent source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation, the nature of mind, karma and rebirth, compassionate love and care for the dying, and the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. 
 
Buddhist meditation master and international teacher Sogyal Rinpoche brings together the ancient wisdom of Tibet with modern research on death and dying and the nature of the universe. With unprecedented scope, this book clarifies the majestic vision of life and death that underlies the classic sacred text The Tibetan Book of the Dead. 
 
Sogyal Rinpoche presents simple yet powerful practices from the heart of the Tibetan tradition that anyone, whatever their religion or background, can do to transform their lives, prepare for death and help the dying.

The Future Of Buddhism

Four jewel-like essays from the author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying

Sogyal Rinpoche was born in Tibet and entered a monastery when he was four months old.   He fled the country with the Dalai Lama in 1959 and was educated in India and Cambridge, England.  Since then, he has taught throughout the world.  He is the spiritual director of Rigpa, an organisation devoted to introducing the teachings of the Buddha and to offering advice on spiritual care for the dying.

In this fascinating collection of articles, Sogyal Rinpoche, author of The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying, draws on his experience of twenty-five years of teaching in the West.  In The Future of Buddhism, he reflects on some of the vital issues facing Buddhism in the modern world, issues such as adaptation, training, integration and the support of the sangha.  He highlights the role of mind in health in The Spiritual Heart of Tibetan Medicine, delving into the practices of 'lojong' - training the mind - and meditation, and the ultimate healing that comes through recognizing the nature of mind.  Finally, Rinpoche gives advice on how to survive the spiritual path in View and Wrong View and Misunderstandings.  For when we follow a spiritual path, it is more important than ever to see through the mind and its delusions, and to know just how misunderstandings can come to dominate our lives.

Sogyal Rinpoche

One of the international bestselling Buddhism books of all time

Marvellous ... like all the greatest teachings, it is both simple and complex, and full of love and compassion

You don’t have to be a Buddhist to read it: its mastery lies in the lucid way it presents esoteric ideas

This book is an extraordinary blessing: heartfelt, wise, practical, luminous – filled with inspiring stories, skillful teachings, and the great compassionate heart of the Buddha.

Jack Kornfield, author of A Path with Heart

A magnificent achievement. In its power to touch the heart, to awaken consciousness, it is an inestimable gift.

A clear-eyed and contemporary exploration of the profound insight of The Tibetan Book of the Dead

Stephen Levine, author of Turning Toward the Mystery

I have encountered no book on the interplay of life and death that is more comprehensive, practical and wise

Huston Smith, author of The World’s Religions

Sogyal Rinpoche...has delivered the Tibetan equivalent of The Divine Comedy. One could imagine that this is what Dante might have written had he been a Buddhist metaphysician rather than a Christian poet.

Rinpoche’s teachings have much to offer.... His down-to-earth tone, peppered with songs and poetry from Buddhist sages, takes away much of the intense fear of death and makes it seem like an old friend.

The Spiritual Classic & International Bestseller: 30th Anniversary Edition

30th Anniversary Edition – Over 3 Million Copies Sold 
 
'I couldn't give this book a higher recommendation' BILLY CONNOLLY 
 
This acclaimed spiritual masterpiece is widely regarded as one of the most complete and authoritative presentations of the Tibetan Buddhist teachings ever written. 
 
A manual for life and death and a magnificent source of sacred inspiration from the heart of the Tibetan tradition, The Tibetan Book of Living and Dying provides a lucid and inspiring introduction to the practice of meditation, the nature of mind, karma and rebirth, compassionate love and care for the dying, and the trials and rewards of the spiritual path. 
 
Buddhist meditation master and international teacher Sogyal Rinpoche brings together the ancient wisdom of Tibet with modern research on death and dying and the nature of the universe. With unprecedented scope, this book clarifies the majestic vision of life and death that underlies the classic sacred text The Tibetan Book of the Dead. 
 
Sogyal Rinpoche presents simple yet powerful practices from the heart of the Tibetan tradition that anyone, whatever their religion or background, can do to transform their lives, prepare for death and help the dying.

Sogyal Rinpoche

Praise for The Tibetan Book Of Living And Dying

One of the international bestselling Buddhism books of all time

Marvellous ... like all the greatest teachings, it is both simple and complex, and full of love and compassion

You don’t have to be a Buddhist to read it: its mastery lies in the lucid way it presents esoteric ideas

One of the international bestselling Buddhism books of all time

Marvellous ... like all the greatest teachings, it is both simple and complex, and full of love and compassion

You don’t have to be a Buddhist to read it: its mastery lies in the lucid way it presents esoteric ideas

One of the international bestselling Buddhism books of all time

Marvellous ... like all the greatest teachings, it is both simple and complex, and full of love and compassion

You don’t have to be a Buddhist to read it: its mastery lies in the lucid way it presents esoteric ideas

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