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THE SIX 15,000 Witness the Enthronement PERFECTIONS by Geshe Sonam Rinchen of Ugyen Tendzin Jigme Lhundrup translated and edited by Ruth Sonam ■ 185pp., 5 + x 8 +" #SIPE On December 5, 1997, the En- $14.95 Available in Mar. thronement of Ugyen Tendzin Jigme Lhundrup, the Reincarnation or "Yangsi" of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche The Six Perfections of generosity, was celebrated at Shechen Monastery ethical discipline, patience, enthusi- in Baudha, Nepal. Dilgo Khyentse astic effort, concentration, and wis- Rinpoche (1910-1991) was one of the dom are practised by Bodhisattvas most remarkable Buddhist teachers who have the supreme intention of of this century, an accomplished mas- attaining enlightenment for the sake ter in the rimey or non-sectarian tra- of all living beings. These six are dition, who had a deep knowledge of called perfections because they give the teachings of all schools of Tibetan rise to complete enlightenment—the Buddhism. liberation from disturbing attitudes For two days- proceeding the ac- and emotions and the removal of the ions. Enthusiastic effort endows us tual enthronement ceremony, obstructions to complete knowledge with the ability to complete what we Trulshik Rinpoche, Dilgo Khyentse of all phenomena. undertake, concentration makes the Rinpoche's close friend and disciple, Practicing the six perfections in- mind invulnerable to distraction, and performed a long-life ceremony in the sures that we will have an excellent through the growth of wisdom we will upper temple which contains a star- body and mind in the future and leads be capable of discriminating between tlingly lifelike statue of Khyentse Rin- to even more favorable conditions for what should be cultivated and dis- poche and a small golden stupa con- development than we experience at carded. These six incorporate all of taining his relics. For the actual event, present. Generosity results in the en- the advice that the Buddha gave on the courtyard of the monastery with joyment of ample material resources, the Bodhisattva way of life, i.e., ev- its newly painted buildings Yangsi Rinpoclie's arrival in Procession ethical discipline gives a good rebirth, ery practice needed to fully develop was covered by a large yellow tent (Photo: Vivian Kurtz) and patience leads to an attractive ap- and enlighten oneself and others. pearance and supportive compan- and dotted with bright bunches of (Continued on page 12) flowers. stacles to his life and accomplishment throne from which he will radiate As the morning mist lifted, the of the Dharma. After that, he was activities to preserve and propagate guests began to arrive. A total of seated on the throne of his predeces- the dharma. Just like the enthrone- about 15,000 people from over forty sor and offered the symbols of the ment of a king establishes his rule This book presents a clear and countries attended the enthrone- body, speech, mind, qualities and ac- over the country, the enthronement Two VIEWS readily understandable overview of ment. Almost all of them had either tivity of a Buddha, and a long-life cer- of a tulku (reincarnation) sets the perception, thought, and awareness taken teachings from the previous emony. An explanatory speech writ- auspicious connection so that he can OF MIND in Tibetan Buddhist psychology and Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche or felt a ten by Trulshik Rinpoche described benefit sentient beings." in Western neuroscience. strong connection to him. the series of emanations of Khyentse After the ceremony, the public had Abhidharma and In this ground-breaking work, The little Yangsi, who is four and a Rinpoche beginning with Manjushri a chance to offer white scarves to the Brain Science Christopher deCharms lays out the half years old, was greeted by Rabjam until the present Yangsi. Then there Yangsi. The Jong line of people Buddhist theory of perception side- Rinpocjie on his arrival, and carried was the offering of the mandala, rep- (Nepali, Western, Tibetan, Bhutanese, by Christopher' deCharms by-side with the scientific view aris- aloft to the temple along a pathway resenting the entire universe, and Chinese) gathered to pay respects 250 pp. #TWVIMI $14.95 ing from recent discoveries of West- carpeted with auspicious symbols Trulshik Rinpoche offered the stretched across the courtyard and ern neuroscience on the brain activ- made from colored rice, escorted by young tulku the eight auspicious sym- down toward the gates. The Yangsi ity of human cognition. He discovers a procession of sacred dancers and bols and eight auspicious substances. patiently sat on his throne for seven insights from each system that may two prancing snow lions. As he Following this main ceremony, hours, playing and blessing the line suggest exciting new approaches to crossed the courtyard to the sound lamas and disciples made offerings of of wellwishers. perennial problems that the other has of horns, a hushed atmosphere of joy a white scarves, symbolic of pure In the afternoon, a rarely per- not been able to resolve. and emotion filled the gathered motivation, and presented gifts, in- formed Bhutanese sacred dance was Directed to non-specialists, the crowd. As many as possible were cluding the traditional offering of a offered by the Shechen Dancers fol- approach is not to seek vague simi- seated in the temple. Closed circuit statue, book, stupa, vase and phurba lowed by a lively and hilarious Snow larities between eastern and western television was provides for those in (representing enlightened body, Lion dance to the delight of the large ideas but to focus on the differences the courtyard to bring the event live speech, mind, qualities, and activity). crowd. For the next three days, in the between the two traditions in meth- to all those attending. Several monasteries offered 108 gifts mornings, offerings were presented odology, assumptions, and purpose. In the large, magnificently painted including statues, ritual implements, to the Yangsi and in the afternoon The two systems are beautifully temple, the Yangsi sat on a chair while books, carpets, rolls of brocade, and dancers from Tibetan communities in complementary in the different areas Trulshik Rinpoche conducted a puri- sacks of grain, held aloft by a line of exile throughout India and Nepal per- of mind that they place their major fication ceremony to dispel any ob- monks. formed cultural and religious dances. emphasis upon, and thus in the con- Seated on the throne, wrapped in Some of the dance troupes came from clusions that they are able to draw. It a brocade cape like the one worn by Dharamsala, the Tibetan Children's is precisely these differences which the previous Khyentse Rinpoche, the Village in Bir, the Riwoche Gesar lead to the possibility of each tradi- Yangsi put on the lotus hat. Through- (Continued on page 6) out the whole ceremony he behaved (Continued on page 2) with great dignity and a natural con- fidence and nobility. Often smiling and joking to the huge crowd of Snow Lion Publications people before him he accepted the PO Box 6483 BULK RATE offerings with rapt attention and care. Ithaca, NY 14851 U.S. POSTAGE He had a wonderful combination of PAID the joy and freedom of a young child ITHACA, NY 14851 and the innate knowledge of what he Address Correction Requested PERMIT NO. 746 should be doing. It was a glorious and joyful occasion. The ceremony was a deeply mov- ing religious event, not just a pageant. And it was a clear indication that the tradition of Tibetan Buddhism is Procession for enthronement to strong and vital. monastery—the eight auspicious Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche, abbot symbols in colored rice. of the Monastery, said of the cer- (Photo: Vivian Kurtz) emony, "The Yangsi was seated on the His Holiness the Dalai Lama's Upcoming Tour in the USA

May 1-3 New York Citv Sustainable International Development May 13-15 Madison, Wisconsin In the Spirit o/Manjushri: The Wisdom Teachings of Bud- Brandeis University His Holiness the Dalai Lama has accepted an invitation from Ven. dhism MS078/POB910 Geshe L. Sopa, Abbot of Deer Park Buddhist Center and Professor Emeri- On May 1st and 2nd, His Holiness will give two days of Waltham, MA 02254 tus at UW-Madison, to present teachings on Kamalashila's Gom- teachings on Transcendent Wisdom and the Prajna- rimbharpa, the Stages of Meditation, in Madison, Wisconsin. His Holi- paramita Sutra On May 3rd, he will give an initiation of May 11-12 Atlanta. Georgia ness will also offer the Avalokiteshvara initiation. Manjushri, the Bodhisattva of Wisdom during the morn- On May 11, the Dalai Lama will be Emory Univer-sity's In addition to these teachings, all interested parties are invited to at- ing session. The afternoon session will be dedicated to a commencement speaker. He will receive an honorary tend a public address on the University of Wisconsin-Madison campus. discussion with Chinese Ch'an Buddhist scholar Master doctorate of divinity and will give a public teaching on For further information, please contact Sheng-yen from Taiwan on Chinese and Tibetan Buddhism. the Emory campus. Deer Park Buddhist Center This event is co-sponsored by Tibet House and the Dharma His Holiness will also inaugurate the affiliation of 4548 Schneider Drive Drum Mountain Buddhist Association, a Ch'an center lo- Emory University and Drepung Loseling Monastery (rep- Oregon, WI53575 cated in Elmhurst, NY. For further information on this three resented by Loseling Institute, the North American Seat phone: 608-835-5572 day event, call: of Drepung Loseling Monastery) by launching a six-week fax: 608-835-2964 Commerce Travel Inc. at 800-805-3976, weekdays 9:00- summer institute at Emory University. This affiliation is email: [email protected] 5:30 EST. Fax 410-559-2217. email [email protected] a precedent-setting event between a maj or American uni- website: www.deerparkcenter.org ■ Tibet House will also be offering additional programs. versity and a major Tibetan monastic university. For more details contact: Tibet House, 22 W 15th St., NY, Atlanta based Loseling Institute has two major pur- NY 10011.212-807-0563. This new location for Tibet House poses: helping to preserve Tibetan culture, and contrib- will be open in February. uting to North American culture and civilization by pro- viding knowledge of the Tibetan Buddhist arts and May 8-9 Waltham, Massachusetts sciences, both in terms of theoretical and practical The Dalai Lama will receive an honorary doctor of hu- trainings. mane letters at Brandeis University during a special uni- For further information, contact: versity convocation on Friday, May 8. Loseling Institute On May 9, His Holiness will give a public address at a 2531 Briarcliff Road 9T\S EMINENCE "world development dialogue" between religious and eco- Suite 211 nomic development leaders. Prior to the public address, Atlanta, GA 30329 The Dalai Lama will give an audience for Tibetans from phone: 404-982-0051 around New England. TAI SITU RINPOCHE For more details, please send a stamped, self-addressed envelope to: May 22-24 THE THIRTY-SEVEN PRACTICES OF A BODHISATIVA ENTHRONEMENT Continued from page 1 This will be the First in a series of three weekend public teach- ings that will focus on practical guidance for engendering and Group, and Kalimpong. Lunch was cultivating Bodhicitta in one's practice and daily life. served for over 1,000 people for the 5 $125/100 members days of events. The ceremony was performed by Ven. Trulshik Rinpoche in the pres- May 23, 7:00 PM ence of Penor Rinpoche, Mindroling SHAKYAMUNI BUDDHA Trichen Rinpoche, Chogye Trichen Rinpoche, Drigung Kyabgon Rinpo- EMPOWERMENT che and many other important incar- Refuge Required nate lamas, teachers, and disciples. $20 donation The reincarnations of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche's two main teachers, Shechen Gyaltsab Rinpoche (who May 25-29, and June 1-5 came from Shechen Monastery in MAHAMUDRA RETREAT Kham, Tibet) and Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche and were also present. This ten-day Mahamudra Retreat marks the opening of a A total of about 15,000 people at- Mahamudra Five-Year Course to be offered by His Eminence tended the enthronement represent- Tai Situ Rinpoche. It is offered as the guided meditation pro- ing forty countries, almost all of gram of choice for those students of His Holiness the 1 7th whom had taken teachings from the Gyalwang Karmapa who cannot now attend the traditional previous Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche. three-year, three-month closed retreat. There are prerequisites The guests included one hundred and thirty-seven tulkus, representatives for attendance and commitments for practice and study. Ac- from all the schools of Tibetan Bud- ceptance into the program is by application only. The applica- dhism, and representatives of His tion is available from the home page at http://www.kagyu.org, Holiness the Dalai Lama and the or alternatively, you can send an e-mail to office@kagyu.org Bhutanese Royal Family. There were containing only the word Application in the subject field An over 1,200 guests from America and application will be returned to you automatically Europe, including the American and French Ambassadors, Gene Smith, $500/400 members Steven Seagal, Michael Aris, and Ri- chard Gere. May 30, 31 The 190 monks of Shechen Mon- astery had worked for months on the Yangsi Rinpoche on day of Enthronement THE THIRTY-SEVEN PRACTICES preparations for the event. As such a (Photo: Raphael Demendre) OF A BODHISATTVA large crowd was expected, careful organization and planning was This will be the second in a series of three weekend public teachings that will focus on practical guidance for engendering needed so that the events could go Khabum was given. The the empow- was Tsikey Chogling Rinpoche smoothly. On the day of the event, erments were given by Trulshik Rin- Mingyur Dewai Dorje, the third em- and cultivating Bodhicitta in one's practice and daily life. each monk had a precise role to play poche and the reading transmission bodiment of Chogyur Dechen Lingpa, $125/100 members in the organization and performance by Dzongsar Khyentse Rinpoche and and that the mother was Dechen of the ceremony. As explained by Paldron, and that their son born on Rabjam Rinpoche. The series took 3 May 30, 7:00 PM Shechen Rabjam Rinpoche: "There weeks to complete and was attended June 30, 1993, was the unmistaken were many complicated aspects to by the Yangsi, the young Bhutanese reincarnation of Dilgo Khyentse Rin- 1000-ARMED CHENREZIG the preparation ofsuchalarge event. tulku of Dudjom Rinpoche, and over poche. His Holiness the Dalai Lama We tried to make every effort so that a thousand people. also confirmed that this child was EMPOWERMENT all the many people attending the en- Now the Yangsi will begin his stud- Khyentse Rinpoche's reincarnation. Refuge Required thronement would feel included and ies. Just as Shechen Rabjam was According to tradition, after the $20 donation be able to share in all the events. I taught by Khyentse Rinpoche, it will reincarnation was recognized, several am very pleased that everything went be his turn to supervise the education steps were taken: First, the Yangsi so well. We all have the profound of this young child, his teacher's re- was offered a name, ceremonial dress wish that the qualities in this child will incarnation. and a long-life blessing by Trulshik KARMA TRIYANA DHARMACHAKRA grow to equal those of our revered When Khyentse Rinpoche passed Rinpoche in the sacred cave of Guru in his previous life." away in 1991, Ven. Trulshik Rinpoche, Maritika in Nepal to symbolize his fu- 352 Meads Mt. Rd. On December 12, the wangs (em- was entrusted to find the reincarna- ture dharma activities. Then the Woodstock, NY 12498 powerments) and lungs (reading tion. He did so through numerous vi- young Tulku went to Dharamsala to 914-679-5906 transmission) of the Collected Works meet His Holiness the Dalai Lama sions that gave him a clear indication [email protected] (Khabum) of Dilgo Khyentse Rinpo- of who the reincarnation was. They who performed the hair-cutting che began. The was the first time that revealed that the name of the father ceremony.) ■ the transmission of the whole

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THE KNOWLEDGE OF HEALING Tibetan Medicine

edited by Franz Reichle 238 pp., 30 color photos, 46 b&w photos 4 tables, 1 map, 5 3/4x8 1/4" #KNHE $19.95 Available in February

from the perspective of Tibetan medi- cine.

The World Health Organization defines health as physical, psychic, and sociological well-being. I find this definition very good. If we define health in other terms, for example from the Buddhist point of view, it is related to certain causes and circumstances. According to this Images from the Wheel of Life. The hen, the snake, and the pig symbolize attachment, anger, and point of view our karma— the dispo- ignorance. sition acquired in earlier lives—is the cause of problems such as sicknesses and so forth in connection with vari- fire, and air or space). Fire is natu- such as air-conditioning which make dia. But usually I only take Tibetan ous circumstances in our present life. rally a hot element, for example, life more comfortable—but the lack medications. There are certain Ti- We also believe that various forms while the nature of water is cold. The of fresh air and green vegetation leads betan medications which are taken of non-human life - such as animals body is made up of contrasting ele- to a kind of spiritual unrest. daily and have a generally strength- or invisible, immaterial beings - can ments such as hot and cold, and if On the other hand in the country, ening effect. One takes them not likewise cause psychic problems. these elements are all in proper bal- surrounded by fresh air and green against any particular illness, but in Tlie Knowledge of Healing gives a There are many different explana- ance, we are said to be healthy. Apart plants, woods and meadows and order to harmonize the various bodily comprehensive explanation, in easy- tions for these interrelationships be- from this, it would be very difficult flowers, our physical and spiritual elements. They are a kind of perma- to-understand terms, of the main prin- tween causes and circumstances. to define perfect health in an abso- state is better because our bodies are nent medication. ciples of this ancient and highly so- With regard to the definition of lute sense, but in general we can say closer to nature. Then there is another kind of medi- phisticated healing system. Rooted in health in general, however, the main that the body is healthy if its elements If we look at the world today, we cation which is taken if one of the Buddhist principles, Tibetan medi- emphasis is on bodily well-being. And are well balanced. see that in the developing nations bodily elements is out of balance. cine sees illness as caused by an out- One cause of sickness is bad nu- most illnesses are due to the lack of Such medications are used directly of-balance lifestyle and prescribes trition, that is, eating unsuitable medical care and hygiene—in other for curing specific complaints, and if cures requiring whole life changes in If we lead a pleasant foods. Care should be taken to adapt words external circumstances. In the healthy people were to take them, addition to specific treatments. The and relaxed life, our nutrition to one's own constitution industrialized countries health care is they would become sick. Dalai Lama's personal physician, Dr. and to the climate, and so forth. Some very good, and hygienic conditions A further kind of medication, Choedrak, gives a fascinating over- bodily elements will of today's foods are prepared using are usually excellent. But here there which acts very gently, has an aston- view. Presentations by other leading maintain their status all kinds of chemicals, while on the is a lot of spiritual stress which leads ishingly preventive effect against ill- Tibetan physicians are comple- quo and remain bal- other hand we also have organically to internal problems of apsychic and nesses when taken by healthy people. mented by discussions of exhaustive grown foods available. The natural emotional nature. As a result, the fun- These are the permanent medications clinical trials conducted in the West anced. But if we are state of vegetables, for example, is damental bodily elements are often that I take regularly. I find they help that prove its effectiveness. constantly nervous-due basically compatible to the human disturbed. This is very widespread. It me very much. The wealth of practical informa- As to the question of taking medi- to studies or job, fear of body. And since we ourselves belong is very important, therefore, to ensure tion and data included in the book to nature, it is important for us to eat comprehensive care both externally cations with warm water which has make it a valuable reference for doc- oppression or violence, natural foods as far as possible. Nu- and internally. been boiled: certain Tibetan medica- tors, patients, and all those interested or for whatever reason- trition is one of the factors that de- Since my childhood I have been tions have to be taken with chang (a in this timely topic. The Knowledge termine our state of health. taking Tibetan medications, and al- kind of Tibetan beer made from bar- of Healing demonstrates the great our stressed spirit will I would like to give you an ex- ways placed my trust mainly in Ti- ley or rice), some with milk, and oth- importance of Tibetan medicine as an certainly cause our ample. Some hermits I know who betan medicine. I only take allopathic ers with a herbal brew. But in general effective and integral healing and pre- bodily elements to go meditate in the mountains often tell Western medications in emergencies. our medications are taken with warm vention method for modern illnesses. me that when they are meditating Earlier on in Tibet I took them, and water. I am a monk, and monks are In the fall of 1997, In Pictures re- out of balance. they eat very little and very simply. still take them sometimes here in In- (Continued on page 16) leased Tlie Knowledge of Healing as Usually they only drink a little tea, eat a documentary which is being shown bread and occasionally some veg- around the USA at select theaters. etables, but no meat. And with this The film was made by Franz Reichle, this requires the right spiritual atti- kind of nutrition they feel very fit. a Swiss film-maker who has pro- tude, for body and spirit are mutually When they go down into the towns duced, directed, written, and edited interdependent. or villages between meditations and Tibetan Medical Exhibit over twenty films for Swiss audiences It is certainly correct to say that eat various other foods, however, since 1978. He studied for seven years the human organism has an inherent they get all kinds of sicknesses. They at the Hamburg School of Art and re- predisposition to sicknesses. Accord- regard wrong nutrition as the main Begins US Tour ceived his diploma in film-making. He ing to Tibetan medical theory, which cause of these sicknesses, and I per- spent five years in Buryatia on Lake is closely linked with Buddhist phi- sonally agree with them. Baikal in eastern Siberia. Currently he losophy, disturbances of the three And what applies to nutrition also In 1985, in a remote Siberian prov- with doctors and practitioners of Ti- teaches at the Zurich School of Cre- bodily energies—wind, gall, and applies to our behavior, which can ince of the former USSR, a set of 76 betan medicine from around the ative Design. phlegm—are caused by the three either be well-balanced or not. Exces- Tibetan paintings was discovered in world. His Holiness the Dalai Lama In the following excerpt from the spiritual poisons of greed, hate, and sive physical training and other ex- a neglected box. The paintings con- will also be at the conference. book, His Holiness the Dalai Lama spiritual blindness or ignorance. Fur- aggerated activities can also cause ill- stitute an extraordinary illustrated The exhibition is being produced discusses health and sickness as seen thermore, the body is composed of nesses, for example, as does hard la- medical treatise known as The Blue and coordinated by Pro-Cultura, Inc., four or five elements (earth, water, bor. So a good many sicknesses are Beryl, commonly referred to as the in cooperation with the History Mu- due to false nutrition and false Tibetan Medical Atlas, which docu- seum of Buryatia and the Buryat Sci- behavior. ments in detail the entire Tibetan entific Center of the Russian Acad- Another factor is our lifestyle, medical system. Originally created in emy of Sciences. Technical assistance which plays a decisive role in our Tibet to train physicians, this set has been provided by The American health. If we lead a pleasant and re- made its way to Siberia at the turn of Federation of Arts and an Advisory laxed life, our bodily elements will the century. Shortly after, it was ex- Committee made up of respected maintain their status quo and remain propriated during the Stalinist purges, scholars and physicians such as Dr. balanced. But if we are constantly stored in a sealed Orthodox church Herbert Benson, Dr. Andrew Weil, Dr. nervous—due to studies or job, fear and forgotten for nearly sixty years. Dean Ornish, Dan Goleman Ph.D., and others. of oppression or violence, or for An exhibition called "The whatever reason—our stressed spirit Buddha's Art of Healing, Tibetan The medical conference in Wash- will certainly cause our bodily ele- Medical Paintings from Buryatia," ington, D.C. is being organized by Pro- ments to go out of balance. showing 40 thangkas from this unique Cultura, Inc. and the Conservancy for Although we appear on the surface Tibetan Medical Atlas will be inaugu- Tibetan Art and Culture, a recently to have made great material advances rated in May at the Michael C. Carlos formed non-profit under the patron- and technological progress these Museum in Atlanta, GA. His Holiness age of His Holiness the Dalai Lama. days, our inner life has become much the Dalai Lama will attend the open- For more information please call more hectic and our lifestyle is rather ing of the exhibition. It will then move Anna Souza or Nonie King at Pro- like a machine. In my opinion such a to the Arthur M. Sackler Gallery at the Cultura: 914-741-2781, fax: 914-741- hectic lifestyle definitely affects the Smithsonian Institution in Washing- 1932, e-mail: [email protected], or the health. In general there are some very ton, D.C. from August to December Conservancy for Tibetan Art and Cul- clear trends in society today. For ex- 1998. A major international confer- ture at 202-828-6288, fax 202-429- ample, in cities there are facilities ence will occur there, where it will 9574. ■ be on view from November 7-9,1998,

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4 SNOW LION WINTER '98 NEWSLETTER \jO\or*> cf -Hie Dharma The Fourth Annual Conference of Western Buddhist Monastics

by Ven. Thubten Chodron because living with others puts us asked one junior member what precepts. He set up the various pre- up the immediate pleasures of the right up in front of ourselves. We keep touched him the most that weekend. cepts in response to one monastic or external world in order to develop Four years ago, some nuns from bumping into our own prejudices, He said it was hearing his own teach- another acting in an unenlightened inner peace and ultimately in order the Tibetan tradition were musing judgments, attachments and opinions ers say how difficult it was when they way. Although the precepts are many, to benefit others. This is the quality I how wonderful it would be to have and have to own them and let them tried to help students, and the stu- they boil down to wisdom and mind- noticed in the people present at the Western monastics from the various go, instead of blaming others. Novice dents got angry in return. "It made me fulness. The Vinaya helps us establish conference. No one was trying to be Buddhist traditions in the USA meet training focuses on helping us to be- stop and think," he said, "When have our relationship to the sense world a big teacher, make a name for them- together. Thus was born a series of come more flexible and to give up I done that to them?" That evening I and live simply. The precepts make selves, set up a big organization of annual conferences. All were interest- clinging to our opinions and insisting spoke about thought training, empha- us ask ourselves, "Do I really need which they were head. No one was ing, but the fourth, which was held that things be done how we want sizing the "taking and giving" medita- this? Can I be happy without that?" complaining about their teachers or October 17-20,1997, at Shasta Abbey them to. Too much formality in the tion and ways to transform adverse and thus steer us towards indepen- anyone else's teachers. No, these (California), was really special. training makes us stiff, too little and circumstances into the path. Giving dence. They also heighten our mind- people were just doing their practice, Shasta Abbey is a community of 30-35 we lose the sense of gratitude and is a turnabout from our usual attitude, fulness, for when we transgress them, day after day. There was a quality of monastics, established by Reverend respect so important for progress. A for here we develop compassion that we ask ourselves, "What in me didn't transparency about them: they could Master Jiyu in the early '70s. A third reason for going to a monastery wishes to take others' suffering onto notice or care about what I was do- talk about their weaknesses and fail- bhikshuni, she trained in Soto Zen, so is to offer service to others, but with ourselves, and love, wishing to give ing?" The Vinaya makes all the ures and not feel vulnerable. I could her disciples follow the Zen teachings care not to reify our service into an others all of our own happiness. Then monastics equal: everyone, regard- see that the Dharma worked. There and are celibate. They were very wel- ego-identity of "my work" or "my ca- we imagine doing just that. Of course, less of his or her previous social sta- were qualities about those who had coming, and my overwhelming feel- reer." the question arose, "What happens if tus or current level of realization, been ordained for twenty years that ing at our first meal together was how Tenzin Kacho, a bhikshuni in the I do that, get sick and then can't prac- dresses the same, eats the same, aren't found in the average person, or wonderful it was to sit in a room filled Tibetan tradition, talked about tice?" This led to a lively discussion even in the newly-ordained. These with "altruistic closely-shaven ones," teacher training. 1 noticed that those of our multiple layers of people had a unique level of accep- as my friend calls us. I didn't need to monastics who were just beginning self-centeredness and our rigid con- tance of themselves and others, a cer- explain what my life is about to these to teach were concerned with learn- cept of self. Giving all the blame to "As the student railed tain long-range vision, constancy and people; they understood. ing teaching techniques in order to the self-centered thought is a way to on and on about Ajahn's commitment. There were twenty participants— give clear talks. But for those who transform adverse circumstances Sunday evening we discussed the Western monastics from the have been teaching for some time, the into the path, because we experience faults, Ajahn Chah student-teacher relationship and how Theravada, Tibetan, Soto Zen, Chi- issue was how to be a good spiritual adversity due to the negative karma listened intently, and it fits in our practice. One monk said nese, Vietnamese, and Korean tradi- guide and how to work with students' we created in the past under the in- at the end said, 'If s a that he sought out his teacher be- tions. The collage of colors was beau- lack of appreciation or negative pro- fluence of self-centeredness. There- cause he wanted help to do what he tiful. The theme of our time together jections. fore, recognizing that this self- good thing that I'm not knew needed to be done in the spiri- was "training," and during each ses- Years ago, Ajahn Chah said that if preoccupation is not the intrinsic na- perfect, otherwise you'd tual path. At first there seemed to be sion a monastic gave a brief presen- we try to please our students, we will ture of our mind but an adventitious think enlightenment was a big difference in the importance of tation that sparked a discussion. I fail as teachers. A teacher's duty is to attitude, it is only fitting to blame it, the teacher-student relationship and won't pretend that this is a complete say and do what is beneficial for the not other sentient beings, for our somewhere outside the way it was to be cultivated and or impartial view of the conference. student, not what will make him or problems. I shared with them the yourself.'" used in the practice of each tradition. Shared below are some of the points her well-liked or attract a lot of story of a time when I offered to help However, thinking about it more, a that sparked my interest the most. people. Especially as monastics, we a fellow practitioner and he told me unity emerged: our teachers recog- The first evening we had introduc- shouldn't depend on having students. off instead. For once, I remembered nize a far greater potential in us than tions, a welcome session, prayers and We don't need to draw a crowd in or- this way of thinking and gave all the keeps the same precepts. On the we see in ourselves, and they chal- meditation, and a tour of the abbey. der to get sufficient dana to support pain to my self-centered attitude. The other hand, there are times when one lenge us to the core in order to help All of us were amazed at what the a family. We live simply, and our pur- more he criticized, the more I passed person or another is respected. For us bring this out. A Theravada monk community has created together. pose is to practice, not to please stu- it on to the self-centeredness, which example, we heed the Dharma advice told the story of a Western monk who Many of the monastics have been dents, become famous, or establish is my real enemy, the actual source of our seniors (those ordained before was upset with Ajahn Chah and went there for over twenty years, a kind of big Dharma centers. As teachers, we of my suffering. At the end, atypical us), no matter their level of learning to tell him his mistakes. As the stu- stability seldom seen anywhere in should be like garbage pits: students for me, my mind was actually happy, or realization. Serving the elders is to dent railed on and on about Ajahn's America these days. Clearly, the mo- will dump their rubbish on us, but if not in turmoil, after being cut apart. benefit the juniors so they can learn faults, Ajahn Chah listened intently, nastic life and this community were we accept it without hurt or blame, Sunday morning Ajahn Amaro selfless behavior, not to make the se- and at the end said, "It's a good thing working for them. Saturday morning then it decomposes and the pit never from the Thai forest tradition spoke niors more comfortable. In other situ- that I'm not perfect, otherwise you'd Reverend Eko, the abbot of Shasta fills up. Because sentient beings' on Vinaya training (monastic disci- ations, we follow whoever is in think enlightenment was somewhere Abbey since Reverend Jiyu's passing minds are untamed, it is not unusual pline). "What is 'living in precepts' all charge of a certain work, regardless outside yourself." A Zen monastic last year, talked about their training. for them to misinterpret their teach- about? Why was our teacher, the Bud- of how long that person has been or- said that whenever a student started A monastery is a religious family. ers' actions and project faults on their dha, a monk?" he asked. When the dained. What if someone, a friend, to idolize Reverend Master Jiyu and It's not a business, a school, or a teachers. When students have prob- mind is enlightened, living a life of student, or even teacher acts inappro- become too dependent, she would group of individuals competing with lems with their teacher, we can refer non-harmfulness—living according priately, how do we deal with it? In a start clicking her false teeth around or knocking into each other. The rea- them to another teacher or member to the precepts—automatically fol- monastic community we have a re- in her mouth while they had tea. A son one goes to a monastery is to be of the monastic community to help lows. It's the natural expression of an sponsibility to help each other. We Tibetan nun told of Zopa Rinpoche a monastic, so learning, practice, and them at that time. Reverend Jiyu said enlightened mind. The Vinaya is how point out others' mistakes not to keeping his students up until the wee meditation are foremost. A second that having students could be the we would behave if we were enlight- make them change so that we will be hours, teaching on and on, while they reason is to be part of a community. "biggest grief." ened. Initially when the Buddha first happier, but to help them grow and struggled either to stay awake or to Community life itself is our practice At the end of the conference, I formed the sangha, there were no reveal their Buddha-nature. To ad- deal with their anger at having to do monish someone, the Vinaya gives us something virtuous for so long when five guidelines: 1) ask for the other's they wanted to go to sleep. When the permission, 2) wait for an appropri- teacher is wise and compassionate, ate time and place, 3) speak accord- and the student is aware, sincere and ing to the facts, not hearsay, 4) be mo- intelligent, life itself becomes the tivated by loving-kindness, and 5) be teaching. Geshe Lundub Sopa will teach free of the same Fault yourself. Each evening, post-session discus- Saturday afternoon was "robes sions lasted into the night. There was the "Lhag-mthong" Section of around the world," a veritable Bud- a genuine thirst to learn more about dhist fashion show. Each tradition in each other's practices and experi- rje Tsong-kha-pa's Lam-rim-chen-mo turn showed their various robes, ex- ences and to use that knowledge to plained their symbolism, and demon- enhance our own. As Monday DEER PARK BUDDHIST CENTER strated the intricacies of getting them morning came, everyone felt a deep on (and keeping them on!). Several sense of appreciation at the Summer 1998 people later told me that this was a dependently-arisen event we had highlight of the conference for them: shared in and strong faith and grati- During the summer of 1998 Geshe Lundub Sopa will present a detailed exposition of the entire it was the physical demonstration of tude for the Buddha, our common "Lhag-mthong" ("Insight into Reality") section of rje Tsong-kha-pa's great summation of Mahayana the unity of the various traditions. At teacher. After meditation and prayers, we met together and each monastic Buddhism, the Lam-rim-chen-mo, at Deer Park Buddhist Center in Madison, Wisconsin. The first glance, our robes look different: maroon, ochre, black, brown, gray, said a dedication from his or her lectures are tentatively scheduled to run from June 8 to August 7. They will be given twice daily, orange, various lengths and widths. heart, and then the winds of karma from 10:00 to 12:00 and 2:00 to 4:00, Monday through Saturday. Because the lectures will include But when we looked closer at the way blew the leaves in different directions exegesis of the original Tibetan text, they will presuppose that students have an intermediate the robes were sewn, we found that as we parted. knowledge of Literary Tibetan, although this is not a formal requirement for attendance. each tradition had the three essential If you would like to be on the For further information, send your name, mailing address, e-mail address, and telephone number to: robes and each robe was made of the mailing list for future conferences, same number of strips stitched to- contact Ven. Drimay, Vajrapani Insti- Prof. John Newman gether. Patches of cloth stitched to- tute, Box 2130, Boulder Creek, CA New College, Division of Humanities gether is the symbol of a simple life, 95006. ■ 5700 North Tamiami Trail, Sarasota, FL 34243 a life in which one is willing to give [email protected]

SNOW LION 5 Tara Dhatu V6N6RABL6 ONrOLRIM»OCfte Tara Dhatu was formed to support and lay people. US Tour May 1 - July 31,1998 the Mandala Dance of the 21 Praises Tara Dhatu is planning a pilgrim- of Tara. Prema Dasara is the creative age to India and Nepal to bring the and spiritual director. This inspiring dance to Tibetans there. If you would traditional Tibetan Buddhist prayer, like more information contact: San Francisco, CA Boston, MA embodied in the dance, has reached Tara Dhatu, PO Box 657, Kula, Maui, July May thousands of people in many coun- Hawaii 96753, 808-875-2442. email: tries including many Tibetan lamas [email protected] ■ Tucson, AZ Greensboro, VT June May Santa Fe, NM Frederick, MD Announcing! June May/June Clearwater, FL Ven. Ontrul July Ontul Rinpoche is a highly esteemed master of both Dzogchen and Drikung Rinpoche Kagyu lineage teachings. As a ngakpa, he upholds the ancient tradition of strong lay yogi-practitioners. His schedule is tentative at this time. Please visit our To lead annual retreat website for schedule and details: http://www.churchward.com/drikung or call May 23-31,1998 the Tibetan Meditation Center at 301-473-5750. Rinpoche is a precious, highly- experienced, incarnate, ngakpa/yogi of the Drikung Kagyu tradition. Join us at our beautiful woodland Dharma center for this rare and auspicious meditation event. All are welcome. Migyun Donje InsmuTe • 1998 Summer Srudy Imensive For info : Tibetan Meditation Center 93 01 Gambrill Park Rd. Frederick,MD 21702... [email protected] PeKfecT View/?eKfecT ConducT (301)473-5750 whb Khenpo Tsewanc, Gymso 7-week PKOcmai: Dales TBA

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6 SNOW LION WINTER '98 NEWSLETTER A DOG'S TOOTH byW.W. Rowe illustrations by Chris Banigan

32 pp., 31 color illustrations, 8x11" #DOTO $12.95 cloth, for children ages 5-13, Feb.

In this adventurous retelling of a classic Tibetan tale of the power of faith, a young man is asked by his dying mother to obtain a sacred relic to help her. He fails to do this and instead deceivingly brings her a tooth from the skeleton of a dog. He tells her it is the Buddha's tooth. This version humorously recreates the wily son's schemes. It movingly conveys how the mother's strong faith has the power to fulfill her dreams in spite of the son's deceit. The result is a suspenseful story that captivates and inspires readers of all ages. The illustrations, which transport the reader to Tibet and India, are a miracle of lively imagination in themselves. W. W. Rowe was born in New York City. He received a B.A. in English Literature from Harvard University and an Ph.D in Russian Literature from N.Y. University. W.W. Rowe is the author of 15 books. He lives in Cincinnati, OH with his author-artist wife Eleanor. One of their sons is a Tibetan Buddhist monk; the other has an M.A. in Eastern Religions from the University of Virginia. His books include: Amy & Gully in Rainbowland, Tlie Buddlia's Question, and The Rabbit and the Tigerdile. Here is an excerpt from the story:

The next morning, Osel gathered up a lot of old grain sacks. Using a sharp knife, he cut each sack in half, pausing only to laugh at his own cleverness. He loaded the rough cloth on his five mules and journeyed to India once again. Smirking slyly, he reached the trading post. At one end, a pretty woman was selling fine silks and cotton cloth. Osel led his mules up to the woman and bowed respectfully, "Good day," he said. "I wonder if you'd be interested in a special bargain?" The woman regarded him skeptically. "And just what bargain might that be?" Osel took a piece of grain sack from the nearest mule. He held it carefully in both hands, like a precious item of great value. "The famous Doctor Fizzadred has treated this rough cloth," he said, "with special herbs to heal and beautify the skin. You wear it, and they all sink in." "Does it get rid of wrinkles?" the woman asked. "Will it make me look younger?" "Well..yes," said Osel. "As a matter of fact, it does that too. Just rub it on your face three times a day." The woman leaned forward excitedly. "I'll trade you even," she said. "One piece of silk for each cloth." "Why not?" Osel's eyes sparkled brightly. "Sometimes, it even works on scars and warts. But, to tell the truth, not always." "Why, you honest young man!" the woman exclaimed. You can have this cotton too." Soon Osel's mules were loaded with fine silk and beautiful cotton cloth. Humming happily, he began the long journey home. When he was almost there, he thought: "My mother will be proud of me. I traded so successfully." But then he stopped and slapped his head. "Oh, curses! I forgot again!" he said. ■

TWO VIEWS OF MIND Continued from page 6 self in the brain as an external entity It seems to me, therefore, that lationship acting between the aware- is logically incorrect. However, this away the pleasant physical where you have awareness or mind ness and the light. You get a clearness CdC: I just wanted to comment that does not imply, in my opinion, that feelings may recede as well, you in a very forceful and clear state, and in awareness, a light thrown in aware- I think it is interesting that although awareness does not have a physical might even begin to notice the very strong, it begins to take over the ness, which is itself intimately related we neuroscientists can find the hard- substrate in the brain which function- whole body beginning to hurt a great physical being, it begins to dominate with the amount of light coming in ware parts, and even find the activity ally corresponds to it exactly. That deal. So, what you find through ex- what the physical body does. Where from the object. which corresponds to the function of would be a different argument. A perience, if you are looking in this it looses its strength, the physical There is a relationship like that, a an awareness, I think that it is very similar point is made below by Lati way, is that awareness itself has an begins to dominate. "one on the other" relationship, which true that having done that we have Rinpoche, who suggests that the expanding and shrinking quality to it. allows a tremendous throw of light, not found the awareness itself, al- brain has the potential for creating As awareness narrows one can find Awareness Can Increase and metaphorically speaking, when you though we may have found a coun- illumination, but is not the illumina- all sorts of difficulties, both mental Decrease without Limit come to awareness. How vast the terpart. tion itself. I see the puzzle of how the and physical. Think of an increase in awareness in things it throws its lights upon. To the [I would like to elaborate on this substrate and the subjective aware- The intellect itself is similar. When a metaphorical sense, like having extent that there is a penetration into, to avoid a potentially serious ness are explicitly related, in concept the intellect really gets into a sharp something grow up or jump up. If you an investigation into more and more confusion regarding the argument and in detail, to be one of the great- mode, and is just roaring as you might think of the increase in a physical detail of a particular thing being that awareness is non-physical. est challenges facing neuroscience. say, when you are thinking about sense, what is the highest that a per- looked at, that causes a correspond- I personally believe beyond any doubt This is also a challenge that has been something which is absolutely capti- son could possibly learn to jump? ing increase in the throw of the light that the functions of awareness can addressed by Abhidharma in many vating and the intellect is earnestly There is no way that this physical in- of awareness onto that thing. be localized within the brain, and I ways.] and eagerly grappling with it, and the crease can increase in the way that Its increase, the increase in the scope of the awareness, is related to believe that the brain is the physical Lobsang Gyalso: You will never find intellect is going on and on with won- an awareness increases within. the habituations of the mind as well. "seat" of awareness. In my interpre- it in the brain! It is a matter of experi- dering and thinking and trying to un- Awareness can go from almost a In other words, the habituation of the tation the argument presented above encing it. There is no possibility be- derstand, when you are caught up in blank mind, almost no awareness mind is what causes the greater and is in no way necessarily at odds with yond experiencing awareness to ever that sort of clarity of the intellect, you whatsoever, to an infinite feeling, an greater clarity, the greater and greater this understanding and does not nec- find it in the physical universe. can find that any sort of physical ail- infinite awareness. It can increase essarily suggest that there is some- ment just does not impinge upon the without any limit whatsoever. This throw of the light of awareness. When thing "extra," beyond the brain, which Awareness and Physical experiential world. Time also seems increase is related to the clarity of the you are bringing up awareness again mediates awareness somehow. The Being to be a nonentity. When you start to appearance to awareness. To the ex- and again and again, that is what is argument suggests to me that the look you find that hours have gone meant by habituating to an aware- If you start to intensely contemplate tent that there is a growing clarity in awareness from the subjective view- by since you started to involve your- the appearance to an awareness, the ness. Making that continuum of something, focusing your mind upon self in the intellectual process. Then, awareness go on and repeat functions point itself will not be found in the it, and if your contemplation seems awareness increases in accord with brain (or anywhere else), not that its as your ability to investigate or ana- with the objects that those repeated to follow a successful sequence of that clarity. substrate cannot be found. In a some- lyze or wonder looses it sharpness, if It is like this light, the light from awarenesses are aware of, they work individual moments, then as you what parallel example, water is you do keep trying to go on, you may in relation to one another. This causes move through that sequence of con- this little lamp. This is a really strong clearly the substrate of wetness, but feel quite uncomfortable. Not only more and more awareness, more templating you will find that the mind light, relative to the things that it right the wetness itself cannot be "pointed that, but the clarity may have light. For example, as you meditate, inside you, your awareness, seems to now casts its light upon in the room. to," only the water. Subjective aware- completely gone away. When you get Similarly, you talk of a strong light of applying the mind again and again start to glow. It will come up with a ness as spoken of above is in a differ- that really clear feeling of awareness, and again, the clarity of awareness tremendous vibrancy or clarity. You awareness relative to the amount of ent category of description than lo- that feeling almost of what awareness things that are known. But this physi- increases more and more and more. will find yourself sitting with great calizable objects, it is known from a is, there is a stability. There is a cal light has a certain limit to it, it can This entails that the object which vibrant clarity of awareness. You will concentratedness, a concentration, awareness is focused upon and is different perspective, and this is why feel this awareness within yourself. only beam out with strength to a cer- it cannot be found as a localizable that can come. That concentra- being clear about is becoming clearer During that kind of moment one feels tain limit. The mind is different from object. This suggests that to imagine tedness can stay buoyant for quite that. There is a "one on the other" re- and clearer. As that object becomes very comfortable and very nice, but looking for subjective awareness it- some time. clearer, the mind becomes clearer. ■ when that awareness starts to go

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8 SNOW LION WINTER '98 NEWSLETTER The Making of Chakpus for Tibetan Sand Painting

by David Gabrielsen the mandala has triggered a huge lery, and conversations with Ven. transformation in my life. It is amaz- Tenzin Yignyen, I decided to make a In May/June of 1997, the Namgyal ing how many other people have few chakpus as gifts. (Chakpus are monks built a sand mandala at the had the same reaction toward the the funnels the monks use to drop Memorial Art Gallery in Rochester, mandala. grains of sand with precision.) In the New York. A friend told me about the As I watched the monks work, I course of events, I learned that there event, and suggested that I might find saw myself (a tool & die maker) us- is a need for chakpus. The tools have it interesting. "Interesting" has proven ing the same focus and concentration traditionally been hard to obtain, and to be an understatement. Witnessing in order to produce precision metal- there are sometimes problems with the construction and dismantling of work. After several visits to the gal- their construction. The traditional method for making chakpus has been to roll them up into a cone from a flat, triangular piece of sheet metal. There are two inherent problems in this method. First, there is a seam where the edges of the sheet metal meet, and this creates spaces where the grains of sand can hide. After changing to a different color sand, the grains stuck in the seam can Monks from Namgyal Monastery using chakpus come loose and come out with the dif- in the creation of a Vajrabhairava sand mandala ferent color. The second problem is that it is hard to control the size and shape of the hole at the delivery end inch (.79 mm). These two tool sizes inter-connectedness. I have been of the tool. The result is that some accommodate the grit sizes of the taught so much, by so many, both in tools have a tendency to "spit" some sand used by Namgyal Monastery. metalwork, and in the Dharma. For of the grains out, and the grains don't Other monasteries may use coarser those lessons (and others yet to land on the intended spot. or finer sands. The tools are about 10" come), and the people who have Working with Tenzin's guidance, I long and weigh about 3.5 ounces. shown me, I am grateful. have come up with a tool which over- There have been so many great Mandala construction is an ancient comes those problems. The tool is personal aspects to the development tradition which needs to be pre- machined from asolid piece of brass. of these tools. While I am a toolmaker served, especially in light of the prob- There is no seam along the tool, so by trade, my current business mainly lems facing Tibet. My hope is that pro- there is no place for a grain of sand involves training for computerized ducing these tools will in some way to hide. The hole at the delivery end machine tools and CAD/CAM sys- help to preserve that tradition. I am is machined very precisely, resulting tems. Consequently, I rarely have the considering the possibility of donat- in a uniform, predictable flow of sand. chance to actually make anything ing a percentage of the tools pro- On the top of the tool is a strip of with my hands. Making chakpus has duced to monks and nuns, to help metal with a serated edge which is been very rewarding, from that stand- them spread the rich and beautiful used to create the vibration which point alone. In addition, it is a joy to message contained in their mandalas causes the sand to move along the know that I am making something and in the Dharma. inside of the tool. The pitch of the that will possibly help other people grooves is controlled to produce the find peace and joy in their lives. I have Brass chakpus made by David right amount of vibration in the tool. also been afforded the opportunity to Gabrielson arc, available now from This piece is soldered on, using a incorporate Buddhist practice into Snow Lion for $160 per pair. David lead-free solder. my worldly activities, and feel very plans to write a booklet on their use Chakpus come in pairs. One tool fortunate to be able to do that. When and to investigate sources for colored has an opening of 1/16 inch (1.59 mm) I consider the path which has led me sand, m and the other has an opening of 1/32 to this point, it becomes a lesson on -4 pair of chakpus made by David Gabrielsen

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SNOW LION 9 Unique Tenets of the Middle Way Consequence School

several ways, a continuation of the of annihilation and permanence, etc. many subschools identified in tion of "four schools" is a heuristic work that Jeffrey Hopkins began in Some topics concern central issues Gelukba literature), and it is hazard- device that allows a student to come Meditation on Emptiness (1983) and in Buddhism; others merely clarify ous and, I think, unhelpful to guess gradually to the Prasangika view by Emptiness Yoga (1987). It too intro- the way in which certain terms (e.g, now at their affiliations. It is a mis- way of absorbing, analyzing, and fi- duces and analyzes interpretations of pratyaksa) are used by Prasangikas. take, we know, even to presume that nally rejecting other points of view. the Prasangika-Madhyamika "school" All of them are difficult and contro- the commentator of a text agrees with (This rejection, it should be noted, is of Indian Buddhism by prominent versial, even those that do not seem its positions. Then, as now, traditional only of selected aspects; the scholars, past and present, of the particularly crucial. Buddhist scholars have played roles "schools" do not disagree on most is- Gelukba (dge lugs pa) monastic or- The "unique tenets" hinge upon a in order to understand better the per- sues.) Implicitly, this teaches the stu- der of Tibetan Buddhism; it also uses principle that Gelukbas regard as a spectives of their opponents. More- dent how to be a Prasangika, since as a textual base the encyclopedic kind of key that opens all philosophi- over, the way in which these pur- the Prasangika method is precisely works of Jamyang Shayba ('jam cal doors. This key is called "ultimate ported schools are fit into a hierar- one of beginning with the assertions dbyangs bzhad pa, 1648-1721), analysis" and is discussed generally chy (see the table in chapter 1) is of others and revealing the absurd or Ngawang Belden (ngag dbang dpal in the first chapter and specifically in nothing that was self-evident in the at least awkward consequences Idan, b. 1797) and Janggya (Icang every subsequent chapter. It is what Indian context, but is something done (prasanga) that they entail. The study skya, 1717-1786). Gelukbas say non-Prasangikas do, in a purely speculative way by of tenets is thought to sharpen the in- Hopkins' pioneering work brought prompting those schools to invent tellect and to give the student an ex- to English-speaking readers the things that don't exist and to deny the posure to coherent points of view that worldview of what might be call existence of things that do exist. The challenge his or her presuppositions. "Gelukba Buddhism," including much "ultimate analysis" key is a unique In the "unique tenets," The particular sections of the "te- by Daniel Cozort, Ph.D of the material that a monk would contribution of Gelukbas to Gelukbas claim that the nets" books translated here are one absorb in many years of study. In par- Prasangika thought, although of 632pp., Tibetan text, glossaries, Prasangikas perform a means for Gelukba monks, particu- bibliography, index, 6 x 9" ticular, he explored in great detail the course Gelukbas claim that it is a di- larly those of Drebung Monastery's #UNTEMI $29.95 paper, #UNTEC system for meditation on emptiness rect derivation of Nagarjuna's own graceful philosophical Gomarig College, to understand the $45 cloth, February that Gelukbas have constructed out criticisms of the metaphysical entities pirouette that returns implications of the works of Indian of terse and ambiguous Indian propounded by others. Madhyamikas. It might be objected According to Tibetan traditions, sutras and sastras. Hopkins showed As a corollary to rejecting ultimate them to common sense, that they, and for that matter, we, the Indian Buddhist Prasangika- that for Gelukbas, the enigma of analysis, Gelukbas (in this case with the place where all ought not to try to understand the Madhyamika school is the one that Nagarjuna's first-century Treatise on much explicit support in Indian texts) philosophy begins. views of Nagarjuna and Candrakirti represents the final, literally true the Middle Way (dbu ma'i bstan bcos, maintain that the "unique tenets" are through the lens of seventeenth- and thought of the Buddha. Unique Te- madhyamakasastm) has been solved. founded upon a respect for the way eighteenth-century works and nets of the Middle Way Consequence "Emptiness" means something quite in which ordinary people see the twentieth-century interpreters. In the School presents and analyzes the is- precise; therefore, that of which world. Indeed, "ultimate analysis" and Gelukbas who are looking at Indian case of this book, such an objection sues that separate that school from things are empty can be described "worldly conceptions" are virtual ant- Buddhist treatises through the lens of would be misplaced, since I make no the other principal schools of Bud- finely enough to enable the construc- onyms. Thus, in the "unique tenets," their own constructed version of claim to have understood Nagarjuna, dhism—issues such as the existence tion of specific practices to isolate Gelukbas claim that the Prasangikas Prasangika-Madhyamika. It may not et al. Rather, what is presented here (or non-existence) of an external and destroy harmful misconceptions. perform a graceful philosophical pir- even be appropriate, for instance, to is a particular interpretation of the world, the way in which karma and In short, Gelukbas have systematized ouette that returns them to common place the Sautrantikas in the "Hina- thought of these figures. It might be reincarnation operate, the nature of a highly unsystematic philosophy, and sense, the place where all philosophy yana" camp; they may have been seen as a piece of the puzzle of consciousness, the nature of time, Hopkins' important work has re- begins. Mahayanists who did nofrclearly iden- Tibetan Buddhism rather than a piece and the status of Arhats (enlightened, vealed this intricate and ingenious The attribution of particular tenets tify themselves as such. of the Indian puzzle. However, I but not omniscient, beings). Parts system. to "schools" is not well grounded in Nevertheless, the Gelukba view on would argue that this particular inter- Two and Three of the book are anno- Compared to Meditation on Emp- historical realities. There were no the merits of "tenets" study, as pith- pretation is interesting, plausible, and tated translations of Tibetan texts tiness, the present study is far more schools of Indian Buddhism as such; ily expressed by Losang Gonchok, is for the most part well argued and that are used as sourcebooks in mo- modest in scope and execution. It fo- Indian Buddhism was never so orga- that "understanding the views of the supported. It deserves the light of nastic education. Also included are a cuses upon certain implications of the nized! Monk-scholars did not identify lower systems is also a platform or day more, I think, than, for instance, trilingual glossary and an extensive Madhyamika view which are well themselves as belonging to this or method of coming to understand the yet another speculative study of bibliography. known among Gelukbas as the that school (and certainly not to the views of the higher systems. The fic- Nagarjuna. s Daniel Cozort is associate profes- "unique tenets" of the Prasangika- sor and chair of religion at Dickinson Madhyamika School. "Prasangika" is College in Carlisle, Pennsylvania, the Tibetan appellation for the tradi- where he teaches about the religions tion based primarily on Candrakirti's of India and Native America and lives seventh-century exegesis of the with his wife and two children. He has works of Nagarjuna. The "unique te- published two books on Buddhist nets" are a list of positions that ^S?«8) tantra and a video documentary on Gelukbas link to Nagarjuna himself sand mandalas. A native of-North and which mainly comprise careful Awaken into Dakota, he earned degrees from refutations of the tenets of Brown University and the University non-Prasangikas, prominently those of Virginia. His previous works in- who are identified as Cittamatrins Freedom DH& clude: Highest Yoga Tantra, The (=Yogacarins) or Svatantrika Sand Mandala ofVajrabhairava, and Madhyamikas. 6:00 p.m. - 9:30 p.m. Friday, February 27,1998 Mandala: The Sacred Circle of The "unique tenets" are a kind of 9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. Saturday, February 28,1998 Vajrabhairava (video). miscellany of topics, ranging from a Here is an excerpt from the book: qualified realism (in this case, a de- 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. Sunday, March 1,1998 fense of the idea that there is an ex- This is a book about certain impli- ternal world) to propositions about IN LA JOLLA (SAN DIEGO), CALIFORNIA - ST. JAMES HALL, BY THE SEA cations of the philosophy of empti- perception, nirvana, the "extremes" ness (stong pa nyid, sunyata). It is, in TRULY REMARKABLE E V E N T ! Participate in a Unique Series of Dialogues

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SNOW LION 11 THE SIX PERFECTIONS Buddha taught that generosity leads ers, while a stable concentrated mind continued from page 1 single-pointedness of a calmly abid- translated as "perfection" mean "gone to the enjoyment of ample resources. and clear understanding of what is ing mind which can be used for gain- beyond." These practices are called Since human happiness is intimately and is not constructive are also es- ing special insight into reality. perfections because they are prac- Geshe Sonam Rinchen was born connected with material well-being, sential. The attainment of heightened Accustoming ourselves to giving ticed by Bodhisattvas with the su- in Tibet in 1933. He studied at Sera Je the practice of generosity is explained concentration enables one to please will make us less attached to things. preme intention of attaining enlight- Monastery and in 1980 received the first in the context of the six perfec- and assist others through miraculous Guarding against carelessness enment for the sake of all living be- Lharampa Geshe degree. He is cur- tions, the four ways of maturing oth- feats. Having made them receptive in through ethical discipline stops ings. A perfection surpasses other rently resident scholar at the Library ers and the three major ways of cre- these ways, wisdom is used in pro- coarser forms of waywardness. The practices in the way that exalted be- of Tibetan Works and Archives in ating positive energy. viding them with excellent advice, ability to accept and bear suffering ings surpass ordinary beings, the ul- Dharamsala, India, where he teaches However, generosity cannot pro- dispelling their doubts and showing prevents us from abandoning living timate surpasses the conventional, Buddhist philosophy and practice. tect us from a bad rebirth in which it them clearly how they can free them- beings. Unflagging enthusiasm is the nirvana surpasses cyclic existence, Ruth Sonam was raised in Ireland is impossible to make good use of selves from cyclic existence. By ful- way to increase virtue. Mental and and understanding surpasses and graduated from Oxford Univer- these resources. Ethical discipline, filling the needs of others through physical pliancy attained through nescience. sity with an M.A. in Modern Lan- another way of creating positive en- practising the six perfections every- concentration stop disturbing emo- A Bodhisattva's practice of the guages. She began studying with ergy, insures a good rebirth, while the thing we wish for ourselves will be tions from manifesting, while close perfections gives rise to complete Geshe Sonam Rinchen in 1978 and practice of patience leads to an attrac- accomplished. analysis increases wisdom and ulti- enlighenment, a state beyond both has worked as his interpreter since tive appearance and supportive Each perfection is more difficult mately eliminates disturbing emo- worldly existence and personal peace 1983. They have published Yogic friends and companions. Cultivating to practice and more subtle than the tions and their imprints completely. in which generosity, ethical disci- Deeds of Bodhisattvas, a translation enthusiastic effort endows us with preceding perfection from which it In general, practice of the first pline, patience, enthusiastic effort, of Gyel-tsap's commentary on the ability to complete what we un- develops. If we are not attached to three perfections is particularly di- concentration and wisdom have been Aryadeva's Four Hundred Stanzas, dertake. However, even if we enjoy what we own and do not seek to ac- rected towards others' benefit, while perfected. Thus the cause is called by Atisha's Lamp for the Path to En- these conducive circumstances, our quire further possessions, we are in practice of the last two is important the name of the result. Practice of the lightenment and The Thirty-seven actions will not be effective as long a good position to maintain ethical for personal development. In both perfections takes one to the other Practices of Bodhisattvas, a com- as our mind is scattered and dis- discipline. While practising non-vio- cases enthusiastic effort is vital, for shore beyond the ocean of cyclic ex- mentary on mind-training. tracted by disturbing emotions. Fos- lence, if we can tolerate suffering and freedom from both worldly existence istence to a state in which the two Here is an excerpt: tering concentration, the third way of bear harm both from the animate and and from a state of solitary peace is kinds of obstructions—those to lib- To dream of reaching a destination creating positive energy, makes our inanimate, we can undertake any task gained through wisdom, which re- eration, formed by the disturbing at- is not enough—you must pack your mind invulnerable to distraction. Un- without feeling discouraged. The re- quires the development of heightened titudes and emotions, and those bags and set out on the journey. Bo- less we also possess the wisdom to sultant energy enables us to make joy- concentration. This is impossible which prevent complete knowledge dhisattvas who are intent on enlight- discriminate between what needs to ous effort in positive actions of all without enthusiastic perseverance. of all phenomena—have been com- enment for the sake of all living be- be cultivated and what must be dis- kinds. These causes give rise to the The Tibetan words which are pletely eliminated. ■ ings make this a reality by adopting a carded, we will consume the stock of certain way of life. All the advice the positive energy created by previous Buddha gave on this way of life and wholesome actions without creating on the multifarious activities in which new positive energy for good future Bodhisattvas engage can be sub- rebirths. 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He and Ackerly sue, 1997 hiking, and mountain climbing in the have been internationally media- wilds without fancy accoutrements. blitzed; their photo hit the cover of In the business of saving op- They did not fear inclement weather the New York Times and was later or traveler's gut. picked up by major publications. Ber- pressed people, advocates come from RECREATE YOURSELF Although Kerr is not as lyrical as nard Shaw interviewed them for many corners; they are inspired for Spiritual, emotional and physical growth in myriad reasons, some nobler than such genre writers as Matthiessen CNN, and the two addressed the Con- Nepal Himalayas. Exotic Kathmandu and others. Blake Kerr, and his close (Ttie Snow Leopard) nor as reflective gressional Human Rights Conference 12 day easy walking tours. Experience friend, John Ackerly, joined the cause and detailed as Krakauer (Into TJdn with more information than the US Tibetan Buddhist and Hindu cultures. for Tibet not simply because they rec- Air), he uses language that is fresh, State Department wanted public. Spaces available for Springtime Annapurna ognized Tibetans to be lovely, smil- immediate, and sometimes coarse. "What John and I have witnessed trek for Women and Autumn Gorkha ing people, not to advance their Hol- His anecdotes cause a big guffaw or in Lhasa changed our lives," writes Kingdom trek for helping professionals and others. lywood careers, but because in Octo- an outburst of tears from one para- Kerr, describing Ackerly's work with IMAGINE TREKKING NEPAL! graph to the next. The text could be the International Campaign for Tibet ber, 1987 they were caught up in ac- (800)710-6245 ext. 9039679 a mirrored image of the author—emo- and his own postponement of his tual crossfire in front of the Jokhang email: [email protected] Temple in Lhasa. tional, fiery, impatient, spunky, medical residency in order to write Witnessing the slaughter of un- empathetic, and unadorned. this account. Both men returned to armed Tibetan men, women, and chil- In Part One, Kerr introduces a var- Tibet to document torture of Tibetan dren who had staged a nonviolent ied cast: a compassionate American political prisoners and forced steril- demonstration against Chinese au- grade-school teacher who falls for izations of Tibetan women, and they INDIA •TIBET* NEPAL* BHUTAN thority, the American adventure trav- him, a rebellious, barley-beer drink- visited Tibetan refugee centers in In- elers—one a lawyer, the other a doc- ing Tibetan man, a Westerner who dia to tell the Dalai Lama and exiled Specializing in tor—suddenly quit daring each other adores the Chinese and argues heat- Tibetans about the current situation small group travel on new exploits, to document human edly with Ackerly, and dozens of raun- in their Himalayan homeland. rights abuses and to treat injured Ti- chy alpinists who let the two ren- In the foreword to this Tibet trav- to the Buddhist betans. 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THE KNOWLEDGE OF HEALING Buddhist elements in Tibetan medi- Continued from page 3 also works even if neither the doctor cine. For example, Buddhist rituals nor the patient are Buddhists—be- not permitted to drink chang—so I are performed to activate the poten- cause it is a system independent of have become quite accustomed to tial of medications. The doctor acti- Buddhism. Jjjj Progressive Asset Management drinking warm water! By the way, this vates and reinforces the effects of a Tibetan medications contain many has been my habit ever since I visited medication by reciting the mantra of different components. With one kind \j Socially and Environmentally China, in 1954. The water is very good the Medicine Buddlia. In this respect of medication I can well imagine that for the health, and has a cleansing there is a very close relationship a scientific analysis of each individual ^0 Responsible Investing effect. between Tibetan medicine and component would be possible, as it One of the characteristics of Ti- Buddhism. is with allopathic medications. Al- betan medicine is that it is a holistic The basis of Tibetan medicine, though certain substances used in system. It considers body and spirit however, comprises a combination of Tibetan medications are said to have Balance Your Investments as being linked by the wind elements, various systems: theAyurveda tradi- a healing effect for specific illnesses, and regards sicknesses against this tion of India, Chinese therapeutic we do not know how they work. For With Your Values background. That is why one of the methods, and the Unani system of this reason I believe that scientific special features of Tibetan medicine Persia. But Tibet also has its own analysis would be of great value. We are a full service investment firm, offering stocks, is the importance it attaches to a re- medical traditions going back to the There is another kind of meciica mutual funds, tax-deferred mutual funds and retirement laxed and peaceful spirit. For one dawn of history. Before the spread of tion, however, whose effect depends thing is certain: those with a peace- Buddhism in Tibet, the Bon religion on external natural phenomena or plans for individuals and companies. ful spirit are less likely to become was predominant, and there seems to cosmic factors. And I ask myself if 10% of all net fees received from members of the Buddhist sick. And if they do become ill, they have been a kind of medical practice such medications can be analyzed at recover more quickly. The main pre- even then. Since Tibetan medicine de- all, whether by scientific investiga- community will be contributed to the International requisite for a peaceful, strong, and veloped from all these traditions, we tion, observations, measurements, or Campaign for Tibet. lively spirit is goodness and a kindly- can say that Tibetan medicine and whatever. I think that would be very disposition. The greater the nobility, Tibetan Buddhism are two separate difficult. At any rate, interdependence Eric Packer 70 Walnut St. the more peaceful the spirit. A peace- things. In other words, Tibetan medi- (Tibetan: tendrel) seems to play an cine is not merely an aspect of Bud- important role here. 617-239-8213 Wellesley, MA ful spirit remains strong and stable even in difficult situations, but people dhism, but an independent system There are medical substances 800-327-7003 02181 who are full of anger and jealousy are with its own structure. which have to be exposed to moon- automatically restless and confused. That is why Buddhist doctors light, for example, specifically when In extreme cases this can lead to psy- should pray or recite mantras during the moon is full—and it would be dif- chological disturbances that bring the treatment with Tibetan medicine, and ficult to explain this on scientific bodily elements out of balance. And the patient, if Buddhist, should like- grounds. There seems to be a kind of that is bound to have negative effects. wise meditate or pray when taking cosmic interdependence involved Since Buddhism has had a great in- the medication. And this is certainly here, something mysterious, and I do fluence in Tibet, we find a great many effective. However, Tibetan medicine TREKKING IN (Continued on page 17) THE HIMALAYAS -one key to the success of Whitney Stewart's We specialize in environmentally sensitive treks and tours tailored to your individual preferences with safety interesting biographies TOr Children lies in her first. We can arrange: personal interviews with their subj ▲ Treks to out-of-the-way places in Nepal, Bhutan or Pegg Kohlepp, The Times-Picayune ^ Tibet ▲ Family treks with the needs of both parents and children in mind ▲ Cultural tours to religious and pilgrimage sites ▲ Mountaineering, Wildlife safaris, White water rafting V^ ▲ Documentary film production or other special needs ▲ Hotel reservations in special prices

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He So, Snow Lion has expanded the describes a Buddha's qualities and offers encouraging advice on the effective- Tibetan Phrasebook into a larger for- ness of practices that reveal the vast attributes of Buddhahood. mat and included the Tibetan script In his advice on social and governmental policy, Nagarjuna emphasizes in addition to the phonetic system so education, compassionate care for all living beings, not using the death pen- as to be most useful as a practical Ti- alty but reforming criminals, and charity for the. Calling for the appointment betan language study tool. The new of government figures who are not out after profit or fame, he advises that a book is titled Learning Practical Ti- selfish motivation will lead to misfortune. betan and was designed to accom- pany the original excellent tapes. The book includes a detailed analysis of attachment to sensual objects as a The Learning Practical Tibetan begins preparation for realization of the profound truth that, when realized, makes HAPPINESS by introducing both a phonetic sys- attachment impossible. THE HAPPINESS PROJECT tem and a simple yet complete gram- mar. In addition to containing phrases PROJECT and dialogues, each chapter is pre- Transforming the ceded by useful information, vocabu- Three Poisons that lary, and some pointers about Tibetan Cause Hie Suffering customs and etiquette. The appendi- ces include these helpful sections: We Inflict on Numbers, Dates, Days and Time, BUDDHIST Buddhist Ourselves and Others Dates of Festivals, Religious and by Ron Leifer, M.D Monastic Vocabulary and a General ETHICS Vocabulary. 313 pp. #HAPR $14.95 by Jamgon Kongtrul ETHICS HWNSrORMlNGTHE THBtf POISONS The clear and simple form of JAMGON KONGTRUL LODRO TAYE THAT CAUSRTHE SUFFERING Lodro Taye WFINRJCT ON OURSELVES AND OTHERS romanization, along with the cassette tapes, ensures that the student will be trans, and ed. by tlie Ron Leifer, M.D. understood when speaking. The ac- International Translation companying tapes are exceptionally Committee founded by "The Happiness Project" addresses the way we undermine our clear and can be purchased from the V.V. Kalu Rinpoche effort to achieve happiness. It refers to the ways we strive for future Snow Lion. 560 pp. #BUETSL $22.95 happiness through the fulfillment of our desires, through the way we try to avoid pain and unhappiness, and through our effort to cre- ate a self-identity. These three components of the "Happiness Project" are the same as the Buddhist Three Poisons" which are the causes of the suffering we inflict on ourselves and others. In this book, Dr. Leifer presents a view of the three poisons, compatible with West- Snow Lion is pleased to be ern science, from the Buddha's foundational teaching on the Four able to offer you this selection Noble Truths. He then explores the themes of suffering, desire and of titles on Tibetan^uddhism Jamgon Kongtrul's monumental Encyclopedia of Buddhism (Trea- self-identity (or ignorance) as they are woven through Western reli- and culture. We hope that this sury of Knowledge) contains a complete account of the major lines gion, mythology, history, philosophy, law and psychology. A view of publication, our web site, plus of thought and practice that comprise Tibetan Buddhism. Buddhist self-identity is presented which is compatible with both Western sci- Ethics is the fifth part of that work and considered by many scholars ence and Buddhism. Finally, he offers a meditation on the problems the services our staff provide to be its heart. and prospects of seeking and finding lasting happiness. you-answering questions, "These three vows, or systems of ethics, are essentially identical to Ron Leifer, M.D. is a psychiatrist who trained under Dr. Thomas tilling your orders promptly the three forms of training on the Buddhist path: the development of Szasz and the anthropologist Ernest Becker. He also has a Master's and with care, and publishing morality, meditation, and wisdom...and embrace all forms of spiritual degree in philosophy and has taught in the sociology department at new books-are of value to Syracuse University. He studied with various Buddhist teachers (in- practice set forth in the Buddhist doctrine."—from the preface by His you. We are able to offer these Holiness Sakya Trizin cluding Chogyam Trungpa Rinpoche) during the seventies and in 1980 took refuge vows with Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche, abbot of Karma services and our newsletter Spiritual growth in a Buddhist context is a process of discovering a Triyana Dharma-chakra in Woodstock, New York. He helped orga- because people purchase the perfect quality that is already within ourselves. Ethical discipline— nize the first KTD Buddhism and Psychotherapy Conference in New items they want from Snow the essence of which is the commitment to a life of nonviolence and York City in 1987. Since 1992, he has been associated with Namgyal service to others—is regarded as the indispensable foundation for this Lion. Monastery in Ithaca, New York as a student and teacher. Dr. Leifer process. Buddhist ethics are not regarded as prohibitory rules, but We would also like to let has lectured widely, written two books and more than fifty articles rather the source of freedom. you know that items are re- on a wide variety of psychiatric issues, and is very cognizant of the This text presents the three major systems of ethics found in the turnable within ten days of re- interplay between Buddhism and psychotherapy. Tibetan tradition. Widely known simply as the "three vows," these are ceiving them-so if you order the vows of personal liberation (jjratimoksa), universal liberation something and it is not what (bodhisattva), and secret mantra (tantra). Jamgon Kongtrul explains "Recommended highly, as it is one you wanted, you can return it the need for and nature of an authentic teacher-student relationship that lay persons and scholars should for a refund. We appreciate as the support for one's training in each system. He then provides the likewise appreciate, and teachers of your continued support of this complete code of personal liberation as it applies to both monastic religious psychology or Buddhism should and lay persons; the precepts for those aspiring to the life of a project. consider carefully for use as a class text."- bodhisattva; and the exceptional pledges for practitioners on the tan- trie path of pure perception. John Tigue for Explorations "' ' " ^M&^WMW-^^W&M^.

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edited by Franz Reichle. 238 pp., 30 color photos, 46 b&w photos, THE KNOWLEDGE SPACIOUS PATH OF HEALING 4 tables, 1 map] 5 3/4x8 1/4" #KNHE $19.95 Available in March A SPACIOUS PATH Tlie Knowledge of Healing gives a comprehensive explanation, in easy- to FREEDOM Tibetan Medicine to-understand terms, of the main principles of this ancient and highly TO FREEDOM PRACTICAL INSTRUCTIONS ON THE sophisticated healing system. Rooted in Buddhist principles, Tibetan UNION OF MAHAMUDRA AND ATTYOGA Practical Instructions medicine sees illness as caused by out-of-balance lifestyle and the cure on the Union of requiring whole life changes in addition to specific treatments. The Dalai Mahamudra and Atiyoga Lama's personal physician, Dr. Choedrak, gives a fascinating overview. Presentations by other leading Tibetan physicians are complemented by Karma Cluigrne by discussions of exhaustive clinical trials conducted in the West that comm. by Gyatrul Rinpoche prove its effectiveness trans, by B. Alan Wallace The wealth of practical information and data included in the book 250 pp. #SPPAFR $18.95 make it a valuable reference for doctors, patients, and all those inter- ested in this timely topic. Hie Knowledge of Healing demonstrates the great importance of Tibetan medicine as an effective and integral heal- ing and prevention method for modern illnesses. "The Buryat center claims a remarkably high cure rate for ra- diation-related ailments associated with the 1986 nuclear acci- dent at Chernobyl...if what The Knowledge of Healing says about This manual of Tibetan meditation simply and thoroughly presents the the effectiveness of these cures is true, the Tibetan system, which profound Dzogchen and Mahamudra systems of practice. dates from the 12th century, deserves serious consideration as a Karma Chagme sets forth the stages of meditation practice including the supplement to Western medical technology."—New York Times cultivation of meditative quiescence and insight, the experiential identifica- tion of awareness, and the highest steps of Mahamudra and Atiyoga leading to perfect enlightenment in one lifetime. Drawing from his enormous tex- tual erudition and mastery of Tibetan oral traditions, he shows how these two meditative systems can be unified into a single, integrated approach to "Sky Burial is the distilled realizing the ultimate nature of consciousness. Karma Chagme was a major truth, alternately tragic, lineage-holder of the Karma Kagyu tradition of Tibetan Buddhism, and his hilarious, and rousing...a writings have also become central to the Payiil Nyingma order, making him vivid portrait of a critical an ideal figure to integrate two of the great meditation systems of Tibet: THE SIX moment in Tibet's modern Mahamudra and Atiyoga. PERFECTIONS Born in 1925 and recognized as a tulku of the great Payiil contemplative history. An evocative, Sampa Kiinkyap, Gyatrul Rinpoche was educated in Payiil Dhomang Mon- by Geslie Soriam Rinchen, endearing, and invaluable astery in Eastern Tibet. Trained by such renowned adepts as Sangye Gon, trans, and ed. by Ruth Sonam book."-John Avedon, Tulku Natsok Rangdrol, Payiil Chogtrul Rinpoche, and Apkong Khenpo, he 185 pp., 5+x 8+" #SIPE $14.95 author of In Exile from the spent much of his life in Tibet in meditative retreat. Since the early 1970s, Available in Feb. Land of Snows Gyatrul Rinpoche has taught thousands of students in North America, where he has established several centers for the study and practice of Tibetan Buddhism.

TRAINING THE MIND iNifffi GREAT WAY

The Six Perfections of generosity, ethical discipline, patience, enthusiastic effort, concentration, and wisdom are practiced by Bodhisattvas who have the supreme intention of attaining enlightenment for the sake of all living beings. TRAINING THE MIND These six are called perfections because they give rise to complete enlighten- IN THE GREAT WAY ment—the liberation from disturbing attitudes and emotions and the removal by the First Dalai Lama of the obstructions to complete knowledge of all phenomena. trans, by Glenn H. Mullin Practicing the six perfections insures that we will have an excellent body Intro, by the Dalai Lama and mind in the future and leads to even more favorable conditions for devel- opment than we experience at present. Generosity results in the enjoyment of 174 pp. #TRMIGR $12.95 ample material resources, ethical discipline gives a good rebirth, and patience leads to an attractive appearance and supportive companions. Enthusiastic effort endows us with the ability to complete what we undertake, concentra- tion makes the mind invulnerable to distraction, and through the growth of wisdom we will be capable of discriminating between what should be culti- vated and discarded. These six incorporate all of the Buddha's advice on the SKY BURIAL Bodhisattva way of life and include every practice needed for our own fullest by Blake Ken; photos by John development and for accomplishing the ultimate good of others. Ackerly, foreword by H.H. the, The attitude of self-cherishing and the habit of ego-grasping are consid- Dalai Lama, int.ro. by Heinrich ered by Buddhist teachers as the two greatest enemies to happiness and Hairer. 186 pp. #SKBU $12.95 peace of mind. By practicing the mind training (lojong) methods for devel- This a riveting, first-hand account oping great compassion and the blissful wisdom of emptiness presented in by Blake Kerr, an American doctor this famous teaching by the First Dalai Lama, these two syndromes can be_ who inadvertently walked into one transformed and eventually overcome. of the grimmest scenes of political "For me, the lojong tradition stands as the heart of the Buddha's message oppression in the world. Blake Kerr of peace. It teaches us how to regard others with the dignity and care that had just graduated from medical they deserve, and also how to transcend the limitations of conventional ego- TAKING THE school and was visiting Tibet with grasping. Kindness is a universal need, and it is something that we all appre- KALACHAKRA his old college friend, John Ackerly. ciate being shown."—The Dalai Lama INITIATION They were enjoying the sights and sounds of Lhasa, the capital of Ti- by Alexander Berzin bet, and hitch-hiking to Everest, 199 pp., #TAKAIN $12.95 where they "humped loads" for an American expedition assaulting the mountain. UNIQUE TENETS OF Upon returning to Lhasa, Kerr THE MIDDLE WAY and Ackerly swiftly became aware of the oppressive character of the CONSEQUENCE SCHOOL Chinese occupying forces and their by Daniel Cozort, Ph.D efforts to eradicate Tibetan culture. 632 pp., Tibetan text, glossaries, A series of demonstrations by Ti- bibliography, index, 6 x 9" Kalachakra is a system of highest tantra practice for overcoming the limita- betan monks exploded into pro-in- #UNTEMI $29.95 paper, tions imposed by historical, astrological and biological cycles, so as to be- dependence protests greater than #UNTEC $45 cloth, February come a Buddha for the benefit of all. Since 1970, many great Tibetan masters, anything witnessed by foreigners especially His Holiness the Dalai Lama, have been conferring the initiation in since China entered Tibet in 1949. India, Mongolia and the West, empowering prepared practitioners to engage in Kerr and Ackerly attempted to aid its meditations. Large numbers of people also attend as interested observers the rebels, but were arrested and en- and gain inspiration for their spiritual growth. dured a brief, harrowing imprison- Taking the Kalacliakra Initiation is an expansion of oral teachings that ment. Their efforts to alert the inter- Alex Berzin has given during several Kalachakra initiations to help both par- national media met with success. Af- ticipants and observers make their experience more meaningful. It explains ter their forced departure from the country both Kerr and Ackerly be- According to Tibetan traditions, the Indian Buddhist Prasangika-Madhya- on a practical level and in everyday language the theory of tantra, the vows, mika school is the one that represents the final, literally true thought of the commitments and their implications, the factors to consider in deciding if one came activists committed to ending China's oppression. Buddha. Unique Tenets of the Middle Way Consequence Scliool presents is ready to attend as an active participant, how to visualize, and the most im- and analyzes the issues that separate that school from the other principals portant thoughts and feelings for participants and observers at each step of "This is the best account of the 1987 Tibetan uprising against Chi- schools of Buddhism—issues such as the existence (or non-existence) of the empowerment. It presents the variations in the Kalachakra initiation pro- an external world, the way in which karma and reincarnation operate, the nese police control in Lhasa and the cedures of the four lineages of Tibetan Buddhism, and discusses the relation nature of consciousness, the nature of time, and the status of Arhats (en- between the Kalachakra teachings and karma, astrology, Tibetan medicine, subsequent crackdown on dissent. Blake Kerr captures the beauty, ter- lightened, but not omniscient, beings). Parts Two and Three of the book are the fabled land of Shambhala, and world peace. This book is helpful for those annotated translations of Tibetan texts that are used as source books in ror, and tragedy of Tibet"—Wash- who have already attended the initiation to make more sense of their experi- monastic education. Also included are a trilingual glossary and an extensive ington Post ence, and for those interested in tantra in general to understand Kalachakra bibliography. and the psychological implications of the initiation process.

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This book presents a clear and readily understandable overview of the understand- ing of perception, thought, and awareness in Tibetan Buddhist psychology and in West- Two Views of em neuroscience. In this ground-breaking work, Christopher deCharms lays out the Buddhist theory of perception side-by-side with the scientific view arising from recent discoveries of MIND Western neuroscience on the brain activity of human cognition. He discovers insights from each system that may suggest exciting new approaches to perennial problems that the other has not been able to resolve. Directed to non-specialists, the approach is not to seek vague similarities between eastern and western ideas but to focus on the differences between the two traditions in methodology, assumptions, and purpose. The two systems are beautifully complemen- tary in the different areas of mind that they place their major emphasis upon, and thus the conclusions that they are able to draw. It is precisely these differences which lead to the possibility of each tradition learning from the other, and bringing the insights from two major approaches to understanding the mind together. Tivo Views of Mind opens the door to a new era of fertile dialogue between two great wisdom traditions by its innovative approach to the way Buddhism and Western science should be thinking about each other. Included in the book are interviews with H.H. the Dalai Lama, Gen Damcho, Kamtrul Rinpoche, and Lati Rinpoche.

TWO VIEWS OF MIND Christopher deCharms is a cognitive neuroscienlist at the Keck Center for Inte- grative Neuroscience at the University of California, San Francisco. His work fo- Abhidharma and cuses on how perceptions, thoughts, and subjective experiences can arise from the Brain Science biological machinations of the brain. Tliis question centers on what it is to be aware, by Christopher deCharms both at the level of experience and at the level of the underlying neural processes. He 250 pp. #TWVIMI $14.95 has also investigated the understanding of mind arising from the traditions of Ti- betan medicine and Tibetan psychology by working and studying with a number' of Tibetan physicians and lamas.

HE DALAI LAMA

TIBET IS MY COUNTRY: An Because of the increasing Autobiography of Thubten MY LAND Jigme Norbu, Brother of the interest in His Holiness rHO Dalai Lama, as Told to the Dalai Lama, we are MY PEOPLE Heinrich Harrer including here a number trans, by Edward Fitzgerald. 276 of books that discuss his pp. #TICO $16.95 life and teachings. For many years Heinrich Harrer kept a close friendship with Thubten Norbu and together they wrote this autobiography of Norbu's own life and the last decades of free Tibet's DALAI LAMA, The Nobel DALAI LAMA Of I If t I history. Peace Laureate, SPEAKS by Vijay Kranti. 198 pp., 132 b&w TIBET: MY STORY photos, 8 3/4 x 11", #DALASP $42 New edition! by Jetsun Pemd. 304 pp. #TIMYST cloth $24.95 cloth As long as space remains, MY LAND AND MY PEOPLE In Tibet: My Story, Jetsun Pema, As long as living beings' sufferings by the Dalai Lama. 271 pp. NOBEL PEACE PRIZE AND younger sister of H.H. the Dalai Lama, remain, #LAPE $12,99 THE DALAI LAMA presents her story from growing up I will be there to serve them, This autobiography is the only life compiled & ed. by Sidney with her brother in pre-invasion Ti- And to dispel their misery. account written by the Dalai Lama Piburn. 72 pp. #NOPEPR $4.50 bet, to her work today as a minister —H.H. the Dalai Lama, quoting in the Tibetan government. Her ac- THE DALAI LAMA: A himself. As a young man in exile, he Here are the two major addresses Shantideva count reveals both day-to-day and POLICY OF KINDNESS wrote this dignifiedttestament which given by the Dalai Lama in Oslo, Nor- monastic life as well as popular tra- Fantastic photos by a senior cor- re-creates the miraculous search that way and statements by the Nobel compiled & edited by Sidney ditions and practical Buddhist wis- respondent for India Today—Vijay identified him as the reincarnated Committee on the presentation of the Pibum. 152 pp., #POKIL $10.95 dom. She provides a first-hand ac- Kranti has been following His Holi- leader of his country. It paints a rare, award. Comprising a succinct state- count of some of the most turbulent ness for over 17 years. He interviewed intimate portrait of Tibetan Bud- ment of his personal and political • "...This is a very important years in her country's history as well the Dalai Lama on at least three dozen dhism—a way of life that would end philosophy, these addresses also as documenting the ongoing work for occasions and also accompanied him * collection...the writings are with a terrifying foreign invasion sur- show the great depth, warmth and a free Tibet. twice during his journeys to the re- • well chosen...most highly passing sanity and reason. It reveals humor of the Dalai Lama as a person mote Himalayan regions of Zanskar, * recommended."-Z./brary the evolution of the Dalai Lama from and statesman. "Jetsun Pema is perhaps the Kargil and Leh in Ladakh. The pho- . Journal a gentle monk to a world leader who most admirable woman I have had tos, combined with an excellent text is still struggling to this day to free the privilege of meeting."—Jean- his country. and long personal interview with His "The Dalai Lama: A Policy of Jacquet Annaud, director Holiness, make this a book to own. Kindness brought me gently and pleasantly into the life and mind of this extraordinary spiritual leader and assured the success of my interview with him."—Bill Mayers, PBS Televi- SEVEN YEARS IN TIBET sion, Public Affairs TV, Inc. "The style with which the editor captured the essence of this remark- by Heinrich Harrer able individual prevails in the excel- #SEYETI $13.95 Order lent choice of material. A Policy of before April 15 and Kindness is ideal...the selections purchase it for $11.85! have substance, are beautifully writ- This exciting and enjoy- ten, and cultivate a rich sense of able classic work of travel depth and versatility on themes that and brilliant observation is range from an intimate look into the now reissued with 15 pho- life of the Dalai Lama to his thoughts tographs. During WWII, on an assortment of current Heinrich Harrer, a youthful topics...elegant, inexpensive and cap- Austrian adventurer, es- tivating."— Tlie Book Review caped from an Indian in- ternment camp into KUNDUN: A Biography of the FREEDOM IN EXILE: The THE FOURTEENTH DALAI Tibet to become a confi- Autobiography of the Dalai Family of the Dalai Lama dant to the young Dalai LAMA: Spiritual Leader of Lama by Mary Craig. 392 pp. #KUN $26 Lama. Tibet 256 pp., 16 black & white photos, cloth by Whitney Stewart. 128 pp., 53 #FREX $12 Mary Craig's portrayal is the first b&w and color photos and line In this landmark book the Dalai to focus on the Dalai Lama's family— drawings, ages 10 to adult, his parents, four brothers, and two Lama tells his story—from his #FODALA $17.95 cloth remarkable childhood as the leader sisters. Her portraits of the Dalai Whitney Stewart recounts the Lama's siblings and their involvement of 6 million Tibetans through the Now a major crisis of the Chinese invasion up to Dalai Lama's fascinating life story. For in bringing the plight of the Tibetan the present life in exile and re- his tireless efforts in promoting non- people to the international scene are motion picture! establishment of his culture in India. violence and human rights, he was particularly compelling. This book is awarded the Nobel Prize for peace in an easy, enjoyable and informative 1989. He is a spiritual leader known read— and it is not at all related to and loved around the world. the feature length film with the same name.

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Fine Art Print THE DALAI LAMA POCKET PUJA H.H. THE XIV DALAI LAMA, TENZIN GYATSO #DALAPP Kalachakra Initiation, Bodhgaya, India 1974, measures 2 1/4 x 3 1/2" photo by John Smart. 16 x 21" #DALAPR $15 $2.50 This is one of the most beautiful photographs of His Four-color photo of His Holiness that we have ever come across. It was taken by Holiness printed in best- world-renowned photographer John Smart in 1974 when quality vinyl. Must be seen His Holiness was thirty-nine years of age and conducting to be appreciated. With the Kalachakra Initiation before an audience of three hun- long-life prayer and dred and fifty thousand. There is remarkable presence in Shantideva's bodhisattvas' the photograph as the Dalai Lama's eyes meet the camera. aspirational prayer on the The photographer used a Linhof large format 4 x 5" cam- reverse side. era for incredible detail in creating this superb photograph. Then, in a supervised custom tri-tone printing, these poster- sized fine art prints were produced. The photographic im- age measures 12 x 16" on a 16 x 24" sturdy weight, acid free, high quality printing paper.

Four card images of His Holiness! Due to popular demand, we picked four of our favorite images of H.H. THE XIV DALAI LAMA, TENZIN GYATSO His Holiness to offer you. They are high-quality photos, measuring 4 x 6" and are $1 ea. Quantity discounts are available. photograph by Don Farber, 16 x 21" #LADALA $10 A classic full-color portrait of His Holiness, taken at the time of the-1989 Kalachakra in Los Angeles. It is an im- pressive full-color image with a black background.

THE PRECIOUS GARLAND: A commentary by His Holiness the Dalai Lama by H.H. the Dalai Lama; H.H. The Dalai Lama (in his translated by Thubten Jinpa. 6 garden) #DL1 video cassettes, #PRGATA $119.95 H.H. The Dalai Lama (portrait) "Of all the religious writings #DL3 of the Mahayana Buddhist tradi- tion, it could be said that Shantideva's Guide to the Bodhisattva Way of Life and Nagarjuna's Precious Garland to- gether remain the foundational texts outlining the noble, selfless career of the Bodhisattva."— Geshe Thupten Jinpa This is the Dalai Lama's commen- tary on Nagarjuna's Precious Gar- land, An Epistle to a King given in THE DALAI LAMA. Los Angeles in June of this year 8 1/4x11 3/4" #DALAPO $4.50 (1997). He focuses mainly on the first A poster image of His Holiness—a chapter but includes overviews of the COMMENTARY ON THE beautiful close-up of his face and other four and elaborations on impor- THIRTY-SEVEN PRACTICES shoulders. H.H. The Dalai Lama (at a H.H. The Dalai Lama (informal tant sections. address) #DL4 OF THE BODHISATTVA Nagarjuna is renowned for his teaching) #DL2 by H.H. the Dalai Lama; penetrating analysis of reality. In the translated by Thubten Jinpa and Precious Garland, he offers intimate Jeffrey Hopkins. 8 cassettes, counsel on how to conduct one's life #COTHSA $49.95 and how to construct social policy New Video This video collection is based on that reflects Buddhist ideals. The ad- teachings given by the Dalai Lama in vice for personal happiness is con- July of 1989 at the Santa Monica Civic cerned first with improving one's con- THE PRECIOUS GARLAND: dition over the course of lifetimes and HARMONY IN Auditorium prior to the Kalachakra A commentary by His Empowerment. The Thirty-Seven then with release from all types of DIVERSITY: Holiness the Dalai Lama Harmony Practices of the Bodhisattva is a suffering, culminating in Buddha- How to Move hood. Nagarjuna describes the cause by H.H. the Dalai Lama; in Diversity popular short text written by the Sak- from Conflict ya scholar Togme Zangpo in the four- and effect sequences for the develop- translated by Tfiubten Jinpa. ment of happiness within ordinary life How to Move from teenth century. His succinct and 12 cassettes in vinyl case, prayer to Compassion Conflict to simple verses summarize the quintes- as well as the practices of wisdom booklet included, #PRGATA by H.H. the Dalai Lama. realizing emptiness and compassion Compassion sence of the Mahayana path, and in- $79.95 .50 min. #HADI $19.95 clude sections on the six perfections that lead to enlightenment. He de- This is a recording of the Dalai and the ways to cultivate bodhicitta. scribes a Buddha's qualities and of- Lama's commentary on Nagarjuna's In May, 1997, the Dalai fers encouraging advice on the effec- Precious Garland, An Epistle to a Lama spoke in the Cathe- tiveness of practices that reveal the King given in Los Angeles in June of dral of St. John the Divine COMMENTARY ON THE vast attributes of Buddhahood. THIRTY-SEVEN PRACTICES this year (1997). This is a high-qual- in New York. He shares his ity recording that focuses mainly on OF THE BODHISATTVA views on the value of di- the first chapter but includes over- verse cultures, on the im- by H.H. the Dalai Lama; views of the other four and elabora- translated by Thubten Jinpa and tions on important sections. The tape portance of balancing indi- Jeffrey Hopkins. 6 videos, 12 set also includes a small booklet with vidual freedom with the hours, #COTHSV $79.95 translations of a popular praise to needs of society as a This video collection is based on Nagarjuna, The Light of Madhya- whole, and on education, His Holiness Hie 14th teachings given by the Dalai Lama in mika, In Praise of the Glorious Pro- the environment, and the Dalai Lama July of 1989 at the Santa Monica Civic tector Nagarjuna, and a twenty-verse future. Auditorium prior to the Kalachakra '*<-.' prayer from chapter five of the Pre- Empowerment and is described cious Garland. about under the audio tapes.

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It discusses the stages by Tulku Thondup, foreword by "The detailed life stories Avedon of spiritual development, leading the with central issues of Buddhist Daniel Goleman. 250 pp. recounts are nothing short of stun- reader progressively through deeper thought relating to the coherence of #HEPOMI $15 ning."—Denver Post a reductionist model of the person. levels of the path. A great introduc- This is a well-written record of the He also shows how the tion to Tibetan Buddhist practice. Awaken the healing power of the mind by working with your energies. destruction of an ancient civilization, Bodhicaryavatara comes to be used Following an overview of healing and of the reconstruction abroad of by the different Tibetan traditions meditation there are 48 exercises for Tibetan culture. according to their differing overall healing various mental and physical "No cultural and political saga of religious and philosophical agendas. problems: clearing energy blocks, our time is more terrible, compelling healing our emotions, healing and inspiring. Avedon has thoroughly through sound, healing with light and searched it out and presented it col- the elements, healing,with nature's orfully and with moral force."—Bos- energy and daily activities that be- ton Globe come healing experiences. Also. Tulku Thondup offers seven major Buddhist meditations for healing ev- BUDDHIST MASTERS OF eryday problems and releasing the grip of our habits. 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Through sheer deter- Holiness the Dalai Lama, an historic by Drikung Dharmaradza, trans, mination, he won a place as a student five-day meeting occurred at the Ab- THE HEART OF THE by Klienpo Konchog Gyaltshen at Drepung Monastery, one of Tibet's Liuddhist bey of Gethsemani, in Trappist, Ken- BUDDHA'S TEACHING: The Rinpoche & Rick Finney. 100 pp. "Three Greats," where he came to America tucky of close to fifty leading Bud- Four Noble Truths and the #JETRAD $9.95 spiritual and intellectual maturity. dhist and Christian nuns, monks and Eightfold Path Drikung Bhande Dharmaradza After the Chinese invaded in 1950, other practitioners from many tradi- was the reincarnation of the first Tibet's culture was systematically by Thick Nhat Hanh. 225 pp. tions. The theme was the spiritual life Drikung Kyabgon Chungtsang Rinpo- destroyed. The religious orders were #HEBUTE $20 cloth April in the Buddhist and Christian monas- che. Dharmaradza presents in verse denounced as exploitative and monks A clear explanation of the basic tic traditions. The subjects range the entire structure of the Buddhist were forced to attend pro-socialist teachings of Buddhism—the Four from the nature of ultimate reality path. The teaching begins with imper- study sessions in place of study and Noble Truths and the Eightfold Path. and spirituality to prayer, meditation manence and covers many topics in- worship. In 1959, along with thou- These teachings are a time-tested and spirituality and society. His Holi- cluding the nature of mind, medita-. sands of other monks, Palden Gyatso means to transform our suffering into ness spoke four times and real dialog tion and how the disciplines and vows was forced into labor camps and pris- mindfulness, compassion and joy. occurred. The conference revealed of the three yanas may be practiced ons. He would spend the next thirty- THE COMPLETE GUIDE TO much of the mystical life of both without contradiction. three years of his life being tortured, BUDDHIST AMERICA Christians and Buddhists and this interrogated, and persecuted simply book offers a wider audience the op- by Don Morreale, fore, by H.H. for being a monk. portunity to participate in this rare After his release from prison in the Dalai Lama. 464 pp. 136 illus., event. 8 x 9," #COGU $19.95 1992, Palden Gyatso escaped across HOW THE SWANS CAME TO THE LAKE: the Himalayas to India, smuggling This is a completely revised and NIRVANA AND OTHER A Narrative History of Buddhism in America with him the instruments of his tor- vastly expanded edition of Buddhist BUDDHIST FELICITIES ture. Since then, he has devoted him- America. In addition to being thor- by Rick Fields. 434 pp., third oughly updated, this new edition con- by Steven Collins. 655 pp. self to revealing the extent of Chinese edition, revised and updated, 49 oppression in Tibet and the atrocities tains more than twice the number of #NIBUFE $75 cloth How THE SWANS b&w photos, #HOSWCA $28 he endured. listings and articles. What is nirvana? This book pre- "I found this book crammed [CAMS. TO THE t,AKE sents a new answer to the question. - Part One distinguishes between sys- with the sort of lively and accu- rate information which I had for BHUTAN: Mountain Fortress tematic and narrative thought in the years been longing to find as- of the Gods Pali texts of Theravada Buddhism, looking at the place of nirvana in sembled. The leading characters ed. by Christian Schicklgruber both. Part Two explores other Bud- emerge with a quality of indepen- and Franeoise Pommaret. 280 dhist Utopias and relates Buddhist dence and individuation that cer- pp., 204 color photos, 9 x 12," utopianism to studies of European tainly dispels any stereotype of the #BHMOFO $75 cloth February and American Utopian writing. Steven Buddhist practitioner, teacher, or Bhutan is the only country in the Colins discusses these issues in rela- layman."—Nancy Wilson Ross, Tlie world where Tibetan Buddhism is the tion to textuality, world history, and Washington Post state religion. Bhutan provides a ideology in pre-modern civilizations, This new updated edition in- stunning portrait of the land, people aiming to contribute to a new vision cludes much new information about and religion of this real-life fairy-tale of Buddhist history that integrates the recent events in Buddhist groups in kingdom. Traditional arts, crafts, and inside and the outside of texts. America and discusses such issues architecture, topography, flora, fauna, as spiritual authority, the role of as well as its rich ethnic and linguis- women, and social action. tic diversity are explored in word and image.

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THE TIBETAN VINAYA: Guide to Buddhist Conduct by Ven. Khenchen Thrangu Rinpoclie, trans, by Sonam Palden & Chojor Radha. 132 pp. #TM $15 cloth The Buddha taught the Vinaya to monks and nuns so that they had a set of rules allowing them to devote their complete energy to reaching en- lightenment. The Buddha did not sim- PILGRIM: Photographs ply give these rules all at once—he by Richard Gere gave them in response to particular with a foreword by H.H. the situations. In his discussion of vows, Dalai Lama, an intro. by Thrangu Rinpoche explains how and Richard Gere and a. poem by why vows have changed over time in '^SsJ^fr*' Patti Smith. 144 pp., 12 x 13," 64 THE STUPA: Sacred Symbol different Buddhist cultures of Enlightenment ! (-'lijr?n j;;,i (,'bo! b&w photos, map, #PI $75 cloth TIBET THROUGH Crystal Mirror Series Vol. 12, erf. Richard Gere has for many years DISSIDENT CHINESE EYES: by Elizabeth Cook. 437 pp., 218 been one of the most outspoken de- Essays on Self-Determination fenders of the Tibetan people. As a photos, 140 in color, 7 x 10" erf. by Chongqing Cao & James student and friend of the Dalai Lama, #STSASY $35 TAPES BY PEMA CHODRON Seymour. 160 pp. #TITHDI $48.95 he has made numerous journeys Traditional texts and prayers, his- cloth throughout India, Nepal, Zanskar, and torical anecdotes, architectural Tibet. He is also a committed photog- sketches, and an in-depth exploration The world has not heard many rapher who has worked extensively of the eight great stupa forms with Chinese voices supporting Tibetan within these regions. He has begun over 200 photographs of stupas from self-determination. These essays by showing his photographs in museums around the world present the vast and famous Chinese writers and activists and galleries around the world to uni- rich tradition of knowledge associ- will contribute towards changing the versal acclaim. Gere's photographs ated with the stupa. overall attitude to the issue of Tibet are striking and atmospheric. Repro- (especially that of the Chinese). It duced on luxurious, uncoated stock, also demonstrates to the world the in an oversized format, Pilgrim draws nature of the Chinese propaganda the viewer within the aura of this machine. spiritually vital world through Gere's personal vision.

TIBET GUIDE by Stephen Batehelor. 424 pp., 110 Because of the enthusiastic re- color plates, 43 line drawings, 25 sponse to the books by Pema b&w photos, 20 maps & diagrams, THE TIBETAN ART OF Chodron, author of When Tilings Fall 3 tables, #TIGU $24.95 HEALING Apart, Snow Lion would like to offer This completely revised and up- paintings by Romio Shrestha, the following teachings on tape: dated edition of the award-winning text by Ian Baker, fore, by H.H. Tibet Guide contains an illustrated Be Grateful to Everyone (1) QUEER DHARMA: iconogiphy guide, a phrase book, and the Dalai Lama. 192 pp. 9 x 12," #BEGREV$10 Voices of Gay Buddhists a glossary of terms. Lavishly illus- color illustrations throughout, How to transform difficult people erf. by Winston Leyland. 416 pp. trated with color photos, maps, mon- #TIARHE $29.95 and circumsances into the path of #QUDH $19.95 astery floor plans, and rare photos of Delves into the powerful Tibetan awakening. A good summary of the philosophy of health and healing. This Over thirty-five writers and fifty historic places as they once were, TIw lojong path, teachings which make separate works are featured in this Tibet Guide provides answers to medical system, based on Buddhist every experience useful in the path. Noble Heart: A Self-Guided ground-breaking book. Gay people questions about travel logistics as beliefs, Ayurvedic healing practices, Retreat on Befriending Your and ancient shamanic traditions, has Facing the Monster (1) #FAMO write about their sexuality and spiri- well as explanations of the history, Obstacles (6 tapes) #NOHE politics and Buddhist culture of Tibet. been communicated through the cen- $10 tual life and how they've integrated $59.95 turies by intricate paintings of man- Real peace of mind and stability do the two. Topics are divided into six A treasure for actual and armchair not come from denying the parts of Structured so that you can create major sections: Buddhism and Homo- travelers alike, this definitive guide to dalas featuring plants, animals, dei- ourself that we'd rather not look at— your own retreat at home or at your sexuality; Historical Essay; The Tibet, past and present, supplies de- ties, and mythical characters. Romio Shrestha, a Nepali master and inno- from labeling things good or bad and meditation center, this complete cur- Dharma and Gay Life: Personal Ac- tailed, practical advice on how to get vator of the traditional Tibetan belittling ourselves for our continu- riculum delivers key teachings on counts; Interview with John Giorno; the most out of trips to Tibet. thangka style created these brilliantly ing failures. If we instead learn to be how to recognize and cultivate the Essays on Contemporary Buddhism "This is the one—a truly impor- complex images. Tibetan scholar Ian compassionately aware of the many "soft spot" that is the gateway to your and Homosexuality; Gay Fiction on tant, fascinating, and utterly in- Baker explains the artistic, spiritual sides of our experience, the poisons own noble heart. Pema teaches the Buddhism Themes; Dharma Poetry, dispensable guidebook of Tibet.'' and curative aspects of the paintings. we fear will slowly change into the four great catalysts of awakening: including work by Allen.Ginsberg. —Richard Gere virtues of patience and loving- love, compassion, joy, and equanim- This is a substantial text on the sub- "Traveling in Tibet, I found The ity and advises how to draw strength WELCOMING FLOWERS kindness. ject. In our opinion, the only thing Tibet Guide indispensable. It is infor- from them every day, in any situation. queer about this book is the cover. mative, exhaustive, and clearly writ- from across the Cleansed Generosity is Letting Go of She also guides us to understand the ten—both practically and schol- Threshold of Hope: An Holding on to Yourself (1) six paramitas and how to connect THE REFLEXIVE NATURE arly."—Paul Theroux Answer to the Pope's #GEISLE $10 with your innate "unlimited friendli- OF AWARENESS (Rang Rig): ness" which can grow to contain the Criticism of Buddhism The Love that Cannot Die (6 A Tibetan Madhyamaka THE TRANSFORMATION OF by lliinley Norbu. 93 pp. #WEFL whole world. With four complete tapes) #LOCADI $49 meditations, unique heart teachings, Defense SUFFERING: A Handbook $10 for Practitioners Chodron expands our capacity for and Ani Pema's trademark humor, by Paul Williams. 288 pp. In the Pope's book, Crossing the maitri, compassion, joy and equanim- Noble Heart invites you to discover by Klienpo Konciiog Gyallshen #RENAAW $48 cloth Threslwld of Hope, are serious mis- ity. What blocks joy and true self- your own true strength. Nine hours According to Tsongkhapa, one of Rinpoclie. #TRSU $15.95 (Spring) representations of Buddhist doctrine love? Holding an ideal that is so high of teaching plus a study guide and the difficult points in understanding which seemed to be based on misun- we can't possibly meet it, and then binder. Madhyamaka philosophy is the way WAY TO BUDDHAHOOD: derstandings. Thinley Norbu has using that to beat ourselves up. She identified and corrected these mis- Three Kinds of Laziness (1) in which Prasangika Madhyamaka Instructions from a Modern discusses the seven near and far en- takes in order to dispel common mis- emies of joy and peace and gives pow- #THKILA$10 does not accept even conventionally Chinese Master that reflexivity is an essential quality conceptions about Buddhism. erful methods for healing the energy How the paramitas of exertion and of awareness—that in being aware by Venerable Yin-shun. 416 pp., drain of false self-concept. meditation are the perfect antidote there is also an awareness of aware. #WABU $19.95 TIBETAN-CHINESE for discouragement and depression. Meditation Is Not about One of the most systematic refuta- Drawing especially on the DICTIONARY Working with Pain: How to tions of Tsongkhapa's approach to Madhyamaka tradition of Nagarjuna, Getting It Right (1) #MEISNO 2 volumes, #TICHDI $120 Develop Inner Strength (5 this issue can be found, in the com- Candrakirti, and Tsongkhapa, the $10 This was formerly a 3-volume set mentary to the ninth chapter of the Ven. Yin-shun presents the essentials Encourages us not to give up on tapes) #WOWIPA $45 and has now been printed in two vol- Bodhicaryavatara by the Nyingma of Buddhist thought that embraces the spiritual path when we fail to Pema Chodron teaches the meth- umes. We just received 15 sets. lama Mipham, together with the modern world without severing achieve our self-improvement goals. ods of lojong and tonglen for trans- Mipham's own replies to his subse- its traditional roots. The author is forming suffering. The Paradox of the Cessation quent critics. Paul Williams examines considered by some to be the fore- of Suffering (1) #PACESU $10 these conflicting views in their Indian most living Chinese Buddhist and Tibetan context. authority.

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FEEDING THE DEMONS: Relaxing Dualism by Tsultrim Alliorw (1) #FEDE $10 Ignoring or attacking the demons within us only makes them grow larger. Paradoxically, acknowledging and feeding the parts of ourself that we are most afraid or ashamed of turns out to be the most effective way of disarming their power and reinte- grating them back into the orginal BIG OM OF TIBET wholeness from which they came. TRANCE TARA HIMALAYA ROOTS: Inspiring Allione explaines the practice of chod Om chants, prayers by Jonathan Goldman. CD Music from Nepal and guides us in meditation. and mantras #TRTA$17 CD #HIRO $18 recording by Stefan Ackermann. This is a musical offering to Tara 62 min. CD #BIOM $18 Classical Nepali music featuring TWO TAPE SETS BY with Tibetan overtone chanting, flute, sarangi, tabla, cymbal just like Recorded in monasteries in the ROBERT THURMAN mantric choral chanting, tribal drum- you hear in Kathmandu. Himalayas, this CD transports the lis- ming, Tibetan singing bowls and bells. TIBET IS CALLING: Robert Thurman gave a two week- tener to real life ceremonies in the "Tantric Tara" contains the mantra Authentic Folksongs TIBETAN BUDDHISM: end teaching on self-deconstruction actual monasteries and nunneries— Om Tara Tu Tare Tare Svaha with from Tibet Tantras of Gyuto and self-creation at the California not some LA recording studio. Tradi- males and femaile voices and instru- 54 min. CD #TICA $18 Institute of Integral Studies. tional chants of Yamantaka, recorded by David Lewiston, CD ments. 'Dreamtime Tara" is a trance This CD recording of wonderful The Yoga of Identitylessness Mahakala, 1000 Buddhas, Offering dance mix featuring dominant drum- #TIBUCD $18 the Mandala and others. Tibetan folksongs contains songs (8tapes)#YOID$49 ming. All sounds are acoustic and The tantric chants of the Sangwa with clear solo vocal. It is one of the naturally created. Dupa (Guhyasamaja) and Mahakala best recordings we have heard—the The Yoga of Self-Creation are performed in Dalhousie, India by melodies are moving. It has been (8tapes)#YOSECR$49 the monks of Gyuto Tantric College. produced to aid the Ganden Shartse The sound of the full monastery Monastery. chanting is impressive.

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Monks from Namgyal Monastery A monk from Namgyal Monastery Creating a Vajrabhairava Sand Mandala Creating a Kalachakra Sand Mandala THE GOLDEN LETTERS: The Tibetan Teachings of 4 x 6" #NACA $1 4x6"#NACA$l Garab Dorje, First Dzogchen Master The monks from Namgyal Monastery, the personal A monk from Namgyal Monastery, the personal monastery of H.H. the Dalai Lama, create a monastery of H.H. the Dalai Lama, creates a trans. & ed. by John Reynolds; foreword by Namkhai Norbu. Vajrabhairava sand mandala in this lovely image. Kalachakra sand mandala. 389 pp. #GOLE $18.95 The essence of Garab Dorje's message is found in "The Three Statements that Strike the Essential Points." In the nineteenth cen- tury, the famous master Patrul Rinpoche wrote a brilliant commen- MASKS from Bhutan! tary on these three statements together with the practices relating to them, entitled "The Special Teaching of the Wise and Glorious We received a number of wooden masks that are hand-carved and brightly painted by skilled King." These important Dzogchen texts are here translated from the Bhutanese artisans. These Tibetan-style masks depict sacred animals. We only have one of each so Tibetan; notes, commentaries, and glossary of terms are also in- please call for availability. There are two basic sizes, the larger ones are 6" wide, 6" high and 8" from cluded. back to front. The smaller ones are 4 1/2" wide, 5" high and 6" from back to front. The larger ones sell "Contains clear translations and detailed commentaries. John for $250 and the smaller for $150. Here's the selection: Reynolds is exceptionally qualified to translate Dzogchen teachings. Large: Dragon, Horse Careful study and practice of the knowledge revealed in Tlie Golden Small: Deer, Horse, Boar, Snake, Monkey, Rat, Bull Letters is indispensable."—Tlie Mirror "Many of the meditative practices this book introduces are among the most profound ever to appear in published form."—Shambhalxi ^H *"" *»' ^^^^ ^^Hl ^Bhk-"'- wJiBi Sun

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