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SNOW LION PUBLICATIONS PO BOX 6483, ITHACA, NY 14851, (607)-273-8506 VOLUME 6, NUMBER 2 Statement by His Holiness the Dalai March 10, 1991

Two days ago, on March 8th, 8th will be commemorated annu- that the lifting of martial law is in special were held for all ally as a day of remembrance and name only. The People's Armed those brave Tibetans who for all those who are being Police which was withdrawn has sacrificed their lives for the Tibe- arrested, tortured and executed in been replaced by thousands of tan cause and for those who con- , and for the family members plainclothes policemen. If the sit- tinue to demonstrate for freedom of these victims who also suffer. uation is normal as the Chinese throughout Tibet. This is the day Today on this 32nd commemora- claim, then they should immedi- when martial law was declared in tion of the March 10, 1959 Nation- ately withdraw all the plainclothes Tibet two years ago. We especial- al Uprising, we remember these policemen and let be run by ly remember young Lhakpa Tser- brave Tibetans once again. civilian authorities. Before the lift- ing, who was tortured to death in In Tibet, the situation remains ing of martial law, several hundred prison recently, and Lobsang Ten- grim. On 1 May last year Chinese monks and nuns were expelled zin and others who are reportedly authorities announced the lifting from various monasteries and nun- in imminent danger of being ex- of martial law in Tibet. However, neries in Tibet. Unfortunately, ecuted any day. I hope that March there is clear evidence to conclude some of the most intelligent and serious practitioners of have been expelled from these in- stitutions. After the July visit to Tibet of Jiang Zemin, General Secretary of the Chinese Com- munist Party, more stringent measures were ordered to suppress all activities of the Tibetans in The Great Masters. Lhasa which the Chinese perceive as being political. They have offi- cially declared that "heavy" and The Golden Treasury "firm punishments" should be meted out "swiftly." In spite of all Translated by Konchog Gyaltsen this, the spirit of the Tibetan peo- ple remains unbroken and they Edited by Victoria Huckenpahler have continued to demonstrate at Forthcoming from Snow Lion May 1991 $12.95 least a dozen times for the freedom of Tibet. My deep concern for the unend- ing cycle of repression and the No one is insincere in his own Kagyu lineage, also known as the massive influx of Chinese into regard, but ignorance and confu- lineage of transmission. This no- Tibet, which endangers the very sion cause most beings to create ble line has been likened to a gold- Peace Music of survival of our people and culture, their own suffering. For this rea- en rosary, for each of the led me to initiate two important son the Buddha, who began as an individuals constituting it is as proposals with the Chinese: my ordinary being, determined precious and perfect as the finest Nawang Khechog Five-Point Peace Plan in 1987 and throughout three limitless kalpas gold. the Strasbourg Proposal in 1988. diences inspired him to continue to sacrifice his own comfort, and The following are extracts from the Nawang Khechog was born in The Strasbourg Proposal was his musical performance. He is with great effort and loving moti- life of : Tibet and fled into exile in made with a conviction that it met vation to accumulate and after the invasion by communist regarded as one of the leading mu- with the basic hopes of the Tibe- wisdom and purify all obscura- Manifesting as a Human Being . A Tibetan monk for 11 sicians in the field of peaceful, and Overpowering the tan people without denying the tions. In Bodh'gaya he complete- years, he studied and relaxing and meditative new age reality of present day Chinese rule music in Australia, attracting a ly annihilated the mountain of ego In East Bengal in a city called under various highly in Tibet. Many Tibetans have qualified Tibetan . He also dedicated following. Apart from and fully developed pervading Zako lived a family of three: the fa- been disappointed and many have numerous radio and television per- compassion and primordial wis- ther was known as the Brahmin spent several years meditating in criticized this proposal as too con- dom; thereafter he turned the Salwa; the mother was knownas the foothills of the Himalayas. formances, he has released two al- ciliatory with unwarranted con- bums and made soundtracks for wheel of three times not the Brahmin Saldenma; and the Since 1986 Ngawang has been liv- cessions. several documentary films on out of the intention to establish a daughter was known as theBrah- ing in Australia. My proposals have not elicited Tibet, , and the Australian religion, but rather to free all be- min Saldron. As no son had been Ngawang's musical talents have any official response from the Chi- Aboriginal TV serial, Blackout. ings. He taught for forty-five born to them, the man andwom- developed naturally since he was nese leadership. In fact their state years. an made offerings and prayed to a very young boy. Most of his mu- Ngawang Kechog is currendy media has been critical. Because touring the U.S. in conjunction By the strength of his boundless the worldly gods, the triplegem, sic is original and performed as an of this closed and negative atti- with the Year of Tibet: see the compassion, the Buddha's holy the spiritual friends () and expression of his deep feeling in a tude, I feel my personal commit- Year of Tibet calendar in this and precious teachings travelled Chakrasamvara. In thisway a son spontaneity of harmony and bal- Continued on page 2 generally throughout all of , was born. When he was shown to ance of touch, breath, hearing, and particularly in Tibet, produc- astrologers and otherswho read concentration, and feeling. ing scholars and realized beings as signs, some recognized in him the Nawang's music brings a deep numerous as stars in the sky. One marks of a god,others the marks sense of peace and captures the Catalog Contents: way in which these teachings were of a human being, and still others feeling of the mysterious and Adventure & Travel 28 Language 26 perpetuated was through the sys- the mark ofa Buddha. None could gigantic mountains of Tibet. His Art & Photography 29 Music & Chants 39 tem of lineages in which the in- agree on who he was: music is performed on the bamboo Audio Tapes 38 Ordering Info 44 structions were transmitted from flute, the Australian Aboriginal Biography 27 Other Traditions 41 We do not know if this child one lineage membet to the next, wood-wind instrument called didg- Cards 22 Posters 22 Is a god, naga, or yaksha. from to disciple, in an un- eridoo, and the South American Children 24 Psychology 40 Still, guard this excellent being broken succession. This method okharina. He also performs his Cookbooks 25 Religion & Phil 31 with care. maintains the continuity of bless- unique style of harmonic 20 Sale Items 42 ing and experiences. The boy was given the name chanting. Death & Dying 40 Videos 37 The present text, compiled by Brahmin Salyo. Nawang has performed widely Dharma Items 18 Women's Studies 25 Dorje Dze Od, recounts the lives When he was growing up, a fear- in Australia since 1986 and the Health & Fitness 25 Year of Tibet of the great beings forming the Continued on page 8 overwhelming response of the au- History & Politics 27 Calendar of Events 16 21 SPECIAL "YEAR OF TIBET" ISSUE NEWS Statement by not responded positively. such hostilities is the "strategies" elected officials, no longer ap- His Holiness the Dalai Lama With such fundamental shifts that many nations adopt in an at- pointed by me. Continued from page 1. 1991 Homestay taking place in the world, I am tempt to achieve a balance of pow- I believe that future generations confident that China cannot re- er that is supposedly in their of Tibetans will consider these mem to these ideas has become in- main isolated and unchanging. interest. Above all, the worst con- changes among the most impor- effectual. I believe that the logical Project The Chinese people will one day tributing fector to conflicts such as tant achievements of our ex- step is to acknowledge our failure see that only through a genuinely the Gulf War is the arms trade in perience in exile. Just as the The Tokyo chapter of Friends of in this endeavor to reach out to the democratic form of government which individuals and nations in- introduction of Buddhism to Tibet Tibet is working to bring two or Chinese leadership. If in the near will they be able to unleash their dulge for financial gain. Such trade cemented our nation, I am confi- three gifted students from the New future there are no new initiatives creative energies for the good of seems senseless, irresponsible, and dent that the democratization of Tibetan School in Bir, India, to the from the Chinese, I will consider China, and for peace and progress completely lacking in human con- our society will add to the vitality U.S. to study—initially to get high myself free of any obligation to the in the world. Signs of this change siderations. If we want to avoid of the and enable school equivalency certificates and proposals I made in the Strasbourg are also evident. The crushing of such tragic confrontations we must our decision-making institutions eventually to go on for college address. However, my dedication the democratic movement, led by pay greater attention to situations to reflect the heartfelt needs and degrees. to the freedom and the legitimate students and intellectuals, in June of potential conflict right from the aspirations of all Tibetans. Their initial effort is to find two rights of the Tibetan people will 1989 in , may have been a beginning. We must also change During the last few years, I have or three families who would be always remain steadfast. I also re- temporary setback. However in our limited selfish strategies and been most encouraged by the ex- willing to act as host families for main committed to a dialogue with the long run, this event will give interests and strive for a greater pression of support for the Tibe- the students for up to a year while the Chinese for a peaceful solution the Chinese people inspiration to sense of responsibility beyond tan cause both at the government they work toward high school to the Tibetan problem. continue their struggle for great- one's immediate area. Such a con- and individual level throughout degrees. The Friends of Tibet are Last year, many positive and far- er freedom and democracy. cept will not only preserve peace the world. In recent years the U.S. currently holding fundraisers in reaching changes took place in the A peaceful and politically stable for one particular nation but will Congress and several parliaments Tokyo to finance plane fares and world. In the Soviet Union, the future for China lies not just in the lay the foundation for a lasting in Europe and in Australia have living expenses for the students' steps taken by President Gor- success of its wish for a more peace for all. adopted resolutions of concern and first year. bachev to introduce a more democratic system, but in the Ever since I was young, I looked support for Tibet and the Tibetan Friends of Tibet is looking for representative and responsible wishes of some 80 million so-called forward to the time when we could people. The Friends of Tibet American families interested in form of government had signifi- minorities to regain their own free- devise a political system, suited meeting in Dharamsala last March hosting a Tibetan refugee student cant and widespread impact. In dom. For stability and peace to re- both to our traditions and the de- was another encouraging indica- for the school year beginning in many countries, in Eastern Europe turn to Asia, the People's Republic mands of the modern world. Since tion of the extent of the support. September 1992. The student will especially, one-party dictatorships of China should transform into a we came into exile we have tried Today, this national day has also study in conjunction with local were replaced by popularly elect- democratic and cooperative com- to build up the Chithu, the elect- been declared the first day of the high school and GED programs. ed governments. The dismantling munity of states. Such a commu- ed assembly of representatives, as International Year of Tibet The family would be responsible of the Berlin Wall and the unifi- nity need not be limited to the a key feature of our effort to de- 1991-92, a year-long commemora- for providing room and board for cation of the two Germanys are tes- Chinese, Tibetans, Uigurs and velop such a system. We are now tion of Tibet, its people and its the student. Air fare from New timonies to the end of the Cold Mongolians who wish to rid them- embarking on changes which will cultural heritage. On behalf of all Delhi to the , as well War and a step towards a world no selves of the yoke of Chinese Com- further democratize and strength- of us, I thank each of you involved as some living expenses for the stu- longer haunted by the prospect of munist rule, but could include en our Administration in exile. I in the numerous exhibitions, con- dent would be provided. Each stu- a war between the East and the Vietnam, Cambodia, Laos and hope that these changes will allow ferences, seminars, publications dent considered for the project will West. other nations interested in build- the people of Tibet to have a clear and other events and projects dedi- be carefully screened in India by In too the people went ing an Asian community. This say in determining the future of cated to this global educational both officials of the Tibetan to the polls to elect a new govern- idea needs much detailed thought their country. It is therefore a mat- effort. Government-in-Exile and Ameri- ment. I particularly welcome the and I hope that others will come ter of great pride for me, and I am In conclusion, I want to once revival of , can Homestay representatives. forward to discuss it and to make sure for all of you, that last month again thank the voluntary agencies Interested families will be inter- which had uniquely close cultur- it a reality. the Tibetan exiles went to the polls and individuals still involved in as- al and religious ties with Tibet. In viewed in December 1991 and I was very saddened by the re- for the eleventh time to elect a new sisting the Tibetan refugee com- notified in January 1992. our part of the world I must com- cent Gulf War and the loss of so assembly of representatives. This munity. A special note of gratitude This project is being ad- mend the people of Nepal for their many human lives. I consider this assembly will have many more must be extended to the people ministered in conjunction with the efforts in reviving a multi-party crisis an exception in an otherwise members and will have a much and Government of India for their Office of Tibet and the Cathedral system and His Majesty King Bi- encouraging atmosphere. Too of- greater role in determining the ex- hospitality and understanding all of St. John the Divine, both in rendra for facilitating the process. ten situations that turn explosive ecutive branch of our Administra- these years, in spite of the many . For more informa- Regrettably in many other coun- are a result of neglect at the early tion. Already, since the special problems and responsibilities of tion please write to Robin Bidg- tries, such as Burma, although the stages when diplomacy and peace- congress held last May, the mem- their own. ■ ood, Momura 241, Komiya people speak out loudly for great- ful methods are not adequately ap- bers of the Kashag, the executive Heights, Inagi-shi, 206, Tokyo, er freedom, the governments have plied. A contributing factor to head of our Administration, are JAPAN. ■ My Tibet Text by His Holiness the Fourteenth Dalai Lama of Tibet Photographs and Introduction by Galen Rowell Nomads of Western "One of the most impor- Tibet tant books to appear on Tibet. The combination The Survival of a Way of Life Melvyn C. Goldstein and oj Galen's 118 stunning : tWFk Wll -.'■/". Cynthia M. 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explain complex spiritual truths in a few words is a Extracts from the chapter on particular, a genuine desire to seek result of his many years in solitary retreat. Death and . will follow. To achieve such Rinpoche's inspiring teaching of a recognition, some reflection on You should develop the convic- impermanence and death is essen- and meditation are complemented by his artistry and tion that awareness of death and tial. Therefore, when the Buddha pation with the activities and con- knowledge of Tibetan monastic arts. His gentleness impermanence is an important ele- taught the , he fusion of this lifetime. Having too ment of the Buddha's teaching, first spoke of impermanence. much worldly involvement ends in and jewel like qualities embody the living expression and that this is why the Buddha The lack of death awareness pre- confusion. We spend our whole of the wisdom and compassion of the Buddha- taught impermanence at the be- vents one from undertaking the lives thinking that this might be ginning of all his teachings when practice of dharma. This is very better than that, I should do this, Dharma. he first taught the Four Noble true: If one is not aware of the or perhaps something else is bet- Lama Tharchin and his students established Truths. eventuality of death, one will be ter and I should do that. If you re- the VAJRAYANA FOUNDATION, a non-profit The first phase of the practice totally concerned and preoccupied flect upon the underlying is to restrain the negative actions with the affairs of this lifetime dissatisfaction, then you will be religious organization in 1988 to promote the practice that could propel you to lower alone, and with actions that are able to find that, well, after all, and transmission of Vajrayana Buddhism, specifically realms of existence. The cause of just for the benefit of this lifetime. whatever they might be, the affairs your body is contaminated actions Such ventures may take all one's of this lifetime are not that impor- that of the Dudjom Ter-sar lineage. In addition to and delusions, and as long as you time and energy, but no matter tant, because they yield a limited upholding the Dharma, another goal is the are under their influence there is how important they appear to be, benefit. This does not mean that no place for happiness. In a simi- since they are directly related to you should not work for your own preservation of Tibetan ritual arts and monastic lar way there is no possibility of this lifetime alone, their benefits livelihood, but it does indicate that traditions. These include music, dance, and happiness and peace while some- are limited—once one leaves the you should not be preoccupied one is under the leadership of a present body, their benefit ends. with that alone. painting, translation and printing of Dharma very negative person. Therefore, Even though one might have a best Your meditation on death and texts, and the fabrication of statues and . reflect upon the fact that you are friend, when one has to leave the impermanence should be inspired under the rule of ignorance; igno- body, one cannot take the friend by great delight. You should see rance is like the despotic king, and along. this meditation as a factor that will The Retreat Schedule is as follows: anger and attachment are like his So many people have been born really encourage you to engage in ministers. We live under the tyran- in this world in the past, but all dharma practice. ny and influence of ignorance, the of them are now just memories. If you have the awareness of VAJRAKILIYA self-grasping attitude, and also the Just as the texts say, great budd- death you stand to gain a lot. It is July 14 - 20 self-cherishing attitude—factors has and of the past, important not only at the initial that all the buddhas and bod- although great beings, also are stage, but also during the actual The root of receiving and of removing hisattvas treat as real enemies. The only memories. The same is true path. When you possess such obstacles on the Dharma path. worst thing is to be under the in- of great kings and so forth. Reflect awareness and , al- fluence and grip of these negative upon the fact that even the Bud- though you may work for your factors. dha himself has passed into nir- own livelihood, you will not take NGONDRO The second phase is to engage vana. The same will happen to us. that as the most important thing. July 21-27 in the method of rooting out the Think of how things will look af- If a person has prepared for death delusions that are the root of these ter one hundred years: none of the from a long time back, when death The extraordinary Preliminary Practices. negative actions. This is done by people assembled now inside this comes it will not come as a shock applying their opponent force, the temple will be alive. Even this because he will be well prepared; wisdom realizing emptiness, building may not remain. To prove he will feel that death is merely GURU YOGA and DZOG-CHEN which eliminates the grasping at this, it is not necessary to quote like changing his clothes. Where- July 28 - August 10 self-existence. Eliminating these from scriptures nor to give any log- as if a person just avoids the ques- delusions, together with their root, ical reasons. Even since last year's tion of death, trying to forget Introduction to the View, Meditation and Action. marks the achievement of teachings, I can see that some of about it, then when death comes, liberation. my friends have passed away. The he might be caught totally unpre- The third phase is to eliminate same will happen to those who pared and be bewildered by it. The cost of the entire retreat is $750.00. A the dispositions or imprints left by have gathered here this year—next But if you are mindful of death deposit of $100.00 is due by June 14. Weekly rates the delusions that obstruct you year when we gather for the teach- and have this death awareness, you for partial attendance are available. However from achieving omniscience, the ings it is definite that some of us will always think of the future and direct knowledge of all phenome- will be no more—but none of us make preparations for it, and Rinpoche strongly encourages his students to attend na. This should be done by com- will even have the thought, "It when death strikes it will not come the entire retreat. Pre-registration is required and the plementing the wisdom realizing will be me," because of our strong as a surprise, so you will not be so emptiness with the factors of habituation to the apprehension of anxious. Consequently, at that deadline for registration is June 14. For more method—compassion, , permanence. point you will be able to maintain registration information please contact the patience, generosity and so forth. Think that after twenty or thir- your calmness of mind. If you are able to cultivate a power- ty years even the Dalai Lama, who Just requesting prayers from VAJRAYANA FOUNDATION at P.O. Box 2542, ful mind that focuses on the wel- has been talking so much, will also others at the time of death and not Aptos, CA 95001 or (408) 685-3921. fare of infinite numbers of sentient be no more. While I am alive, doing anvthing yourself is very im- beings, you will develop a courage there will be people who are, from proper and contradicts any claim that is able to endure infinite hard- the depths of their hearts, pre- that you are a follower of dharma. ships for their benefit. Because of pared to give their lives for my Sometimes I actually say this when University of'Virginia the great power of this practice, sake, but on the day when I have people come to seek my prayers for 1991 Summer Session you will be able to accumulate to leave, I cannot take even one them. I know an old Tibetan lady great stores of merit. When you among them with me. Neither will who always used to ask me, "Oh, LITERARY AND SPOKEN accumulate these stores of merit by I be able to take any of my posses- Your Holiness, do not let me fall complementing the wisdom of sions, even the body which has in the hell realms"—as though I emptiness with the powerful fac- been with me since the time of my have that in my hand! There is TIBETAN tor of method, you will be able to birth and which I have always nothing I can do if she has done JUNE 10 TO AUGUST 9, 1991 free yourself totally from all wrong preserved and protected. This also nothing on her part. Not only I, views and misconceptions. will be left behind. At that time but even the Buddha does not have Offered through the Department of Religious Studies Even in ordinary terms, you of my death, what will benefit is the power to save such a being. (REL 500, 501), 8 credits would need to have a certain fear only the positive seeds that are im- Therefore, the Buddha taught the Instructors: William Magee and Tibetan Scholar of impending danger in order to printed upon my consciousness. infallibility of karmic law. If the LEARN BUDDHIST CONCEPTS THROUGH DEBATING IN TIBETAN! seek a refuge. Similarly, in order No other factors will help at that great beings like the Buddha have to have a firm practice of refuge, time. This is very true, a fact that the power to determine the fate of An introduction to the Tibetan language in both its literary and colloquial forms. it is first very important to recog- can be proved and observed. the living beings, then there is no Students learn basic grammar and develop hearing and speaking proficiency through nize the danger that you are fac- Therefore, if you are totally con- need for him to talk about the in- training in a formal debate technique widely used in the Tibetan educational system. ing. Doing this depends upon a cerned and preoccupied with the fallibility of karmic law. If you are There is extensive use of drill and tapes as well as training in translation techniques. recognition of the unsatisfactory affairs of this lifetime, there is a equipped with this death aware- This course will cover the equivalent of one year of instruction in Tibetan. and pain-producing nature of life great danger of causing your own ness, you will always work to ac- Students must apply directly to the Summer Session for admission. For application in this cyclic existence. When you downfall. If by such concern you cumulate virtuous actions to forms and catalog, write: Summer Session, 209 Garrett Hall, University of Virginia, have clearly recognized the frus- were able to achieve the desired prepare for your future. Charlottesville, VA 22903 [Tel. 804-924-3371]. For further information about the trating nature of life in this cycle happiness, that is okay, but this is Intensive Tibetan Language course, write: Center for South Asian Studies, 125 of existence in general, and the not the case. We all let ourselves [This section is followed by a Minor Hall, University of Virginia, Charlottesville, VA22903 [Tel. 804-924-8815]. sufferings in the lower realms in be caught in this web of preoccu- meditation on death. 1 ■

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According to Sakya tradition, ings on graph paper to hone his Dalai Lama, there was great sup- the great Indian Buddhist saint, sense of proportion. He moved on port for this art. The style which Atisha, was traveling through to the next drawing only when he Dhawa practices is the style most Tibet in 1042, when he stopped at mastered the ability to duplicate favored from that time—the Meny- the sight of pale-grey earth on a the drawing he was working on. ing, or Old Medicine Style. As SAKYA LAM DRE TEACHINGS nearby mountain. While his com- Progressing next to the full figure with the separate religious line- panions made camp, Atisha made of the Buddha and then to ever ages, there is great respect for each BESTOWED BY HIS HOLINESS obeisance toward the area of pale more complex figures, Dhawa art style that has developed. They JIGDAL DAGCHEN SAKYA earth, explaining that many ema- completed the full course of 25 are never mixed together but al- nations of the great Bodhisattvas drawings over four and a half ways preserved in their pure form. By Dennis Oliver and Jeffrey Schoening Chenrezi, Vajrapani and Man- years. At , Dhawa jushri would come from that spot The initial training in drawing works five days a week on high The bestowal of the Khon lineage Lam Dre teachings in Nepal in the future to spread religious was followed by a course in paint- scaffolding, bringing the walls to by His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya was one of the most nota- doctrine and benefit all living crea- ing. For the Tibetan artist, paint- life with religious images. He says ble events which occurred in the Tibetan community in 1990. The tures. A generation later in 1073, ing is a dangerous job. Once a that religion is the main wealth bestowal of this series of teachings by His Holiness marked the the Sakya lineage Of Tibetan Bud- painting is completed it becomes that Tibetans have now that there first time he has given the teachings in over thirty years and the dhism began with the building of a religious object and cannot be is so little left of the Tibetan way first time he has given the teachings outside of Tibet. the first Sakya Monastery on that destroyed. Dhawa's teacher ex- of life and culture. He feels a The Lam Dre transmission is the Sakya's most precious teach- pale-grey earth. This lineage be- plained that if an artist paints poor strong responsibility to his teach- ing. Its initial section, called the Triple Vision, presents contem- came one of the four major Tibe- images of the gods it will affect his er to keep the painting tradition plations of topics to cultivate the mind that seeks tan Buddhist traditions. life very negatively, but if he paints alive, both by practicing and liberation, and practices to develop Bodhicitta, the mind After the Chinese communist fine images it will bring great ben- teaching it. He feels an equal to enlightenment for the sake of all beings, and emptiness, the view takeover of Tibet, His Holiness efit not only to the artist but to his responsibility to Tibet to preserve of the nature of reality. In the second portion, the Triple Continu- Jigdal Dagchen Sakya, lineage whole community. First the stu- its tradition and culture: um, the disciple prepares for and receives into the great holder of the Phuntsok Phodrang dents were only allowed to paint "I'm very happy to use my art of , intended to bring about the total unfolding or branch of the Sakya tradition, pictures that had been drawn by in such a place as Sakya Monas- transformation of the practitioner to full enlightenment. First rev- came to the United States. His the teacher. Later they were al- tery. The Monastery will benefit ealed to the Indian Buddhist master Virupa in the 7th century, Holiness has been supervising the lowed to both draw and paint. so many people and will have such the Lam Dre passed from teacher to disciple in a lineage that remodeling of a church building reached Tibet and became the specialty of the glorious Sakya sect. into a traditional Tibetan monas- His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya is part of that unbroken tra- tery that will become the new seat dition. of the lineage in the West. Though The event was widely covered in the Tibetan press. The Tibe- His Holiness is not building the tan language magazine Shes bya (Knowledge), January 1991 edi- new Sakya Monastery on pale-grey tion, published by the Tibetan government's Department of earth, he is building it on the sol- Economic Development, reported the event as follows: id foundation of Tibetan tradition. The Lam Dre teachings were given in November 1990 by Every part of the monastery has His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya at the request of many religious significance, from the Tibetan Lamas, , and others from Nepal, India, and main beam in the shrine room, Tibet. These teachings were given in Nepal at the new which is filled with Buddhist Tharlam Monastery being built in Boudnath. scriptures, down to the boards, His Holiness arrived from the United States to bestow the which are cut according to auspi- teachings which began on the 14th day of the 9th month cious lengths. of the Tibetan historical calendar. This day is very auspi- cious as it is the memorial day of , A Tibetan Master-Artist founder of the Sakya lineage, who displayed six bodies upon in Seattle passing into the pure realms. Over 500 people attended the Painted upon the walls and ceil- entire month long teachings and . Present were ing of traditional shrine rooms are three of His Holiness's sons, his wife Dagmo Kusho and and images of deities, la- many Tulkus, Lamas, Kenpos and monks from all the tra- mas, and lineage holders. To ditions of . The teachings were also at- decorate the Sakya Monastery in tended by many Tibetan lay people and many of His this traditional manner, His Holi- Holiness's students from Nepal, China, Singapore, Malay- ness the Dalai Lama's Religious sia, Europe, Australia, United States and Canada. Office has sent Tibetan master- The month long teachings consisted of two daily sessions, artist Dhawa Dhondrup to Seattle. a morning session from 8-1 lam and an afternoon session Dhawa, who is now 23 years from l-4pm. Each day patrons and sponsors made manda- old, attended a small settlement la and offerings of food and tea to those attending school for Tibetan refugees in In- with as many as six offerings given each day. dia. Due to his early interest and The final day of the teachings was celebrated with a large skill in drawing as a child, at the Tsok offering in thanksgiving for receiving the Lam Dre in- age of eleven Dhawa was given a structions and to celebrate the birthday of His Holiness. scholarship to study at a special art Many individuals contributed to sponsor the Tsok which con- school in Dharamsala which had sisted of blessings from the Lama and a food offering which been set up by His Holiness the was distributed to those who attended and the Tibetan com- Dalai Lama to preserve the Tibe- munity of Boudnath. tan style of religious drawing and We, who live in the Pacific Northwest, feel particularly blessed painting. There were only five oth- to have His Holiness Jigdal Dagchen Sakya living in Seattle, where er students in the school and they he is actively building a Tibetan monastery. He regularly gives had already been studying for two teachings and initiations in the tradition of Vajrayana Buddhism years. The youngest of them was Dhawa Dhondrup painting Sakya Monastery, Seattle. of Tibet, and leads weekly meditation practice, which is open to seven years older than Dhawa. all. For further information on Sakya Monastery, His Holiness's This was the beginning of a rigor- Although the course of training a lasting effect. It will affect how teaching schedule or on the Sakya tradition, please contact Sakya ous course of training which was had been planned as a five-year others look at Tibetan culture and Monastery, 108 NW 83rd Street, Seatde, WA, 98117. to last nine years and to separate program, it became clear that the art. They will judge it by this him from his family, except for range of knowledge that the teach- work, so it's a great responsibili- short annual visits. er possessed could not be impart- ty to do it well." Dhawa's teacher at the Tibetan ed in that time. The course Dhawa is quick to express his Library Thangka Painting School, stretched to seven then to nine thanks to the Tibetan government Sangye Yeshe, is a monk master years. Due to Dhawa's dedication in Dharamsala which gave him painter who was appointed directly and skill in this art form, he this opportunity to study art and by His Holiness the Dalai Lama graduated at the top of his class. to become a caretaker of such pre- to head this school to train young The Tibetan style of painting cious traditional skills. Tibetans to carry on the practice has come from the time of the It is the custom in Tibetan of Tibetan sacred art. Dhawa Buddha. According to tradition, monasteries for lay patrons to Visit the recalls his teacher as a man who one Indian king was puzzled about sponsor the paintings of the vari- JACQUES MARCHAIS CENTER OF what gift he could make to anoth- ous mandalas, deities, and lineage has no need to use discipline with 338 Lighthouse Avenue his students because he lives so er, much richer king. His advisor holders that adorn the walls and gracefully that he is respected and suggested that he offer a portrait ceiling. We at Sakya Monastery are Staten Island, New York 10?06 obeyed by all of them. The school of the Buddha, which would be continuing this tradition. All con- (718)987-3500 that he heads is regarded as the considered more precious than any tributions are welcome and the best training center for Tibetan other gift. This was the beginning names of our donors will be in- A museum of Himalayan art within a Tibetan setting fine arts outside of Tibet. of Indian and became scribed on one of the walls. If any Hours: Wednesday through Sunday 1 PM -5 PM Dhawa, like his fellow students, the basis for a stylized, tradition- of our readers would be interest- April through November began his training by copying al type of painting. It was brought ed in supporting Dhawa's work, drawings created by his teacher. to Tibet, where different styles de- contributions may be sent to Sakya Call or write for a calendar of events. Starting with the head of Buddha, veloped in each part of the coun- Monastery, 108 NW. 83rd, Seat- he worked and reworked his draw- try. At the time of the great Fifth tle, WA 98117. ■

SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG NEWS EMPOWERMENT CHAGDUD RINPOCHE AND DANCE TOUR Jetsun Sakya Center invites Budd- tion of , which is referred to offering cultural presentations of the hists of all traditions to receive the as the practice of "calling the dei- Vajrakilaya dances in honor of the Vajrakilaya Empowerment of the ty"; (b) Drupba, in which one prac- Year of Tibet. The monks are ex- Sermon Long Lineage in grand tices to accomplish the deity; and pected to perform in the following form from H.H. , head (c) Lajor, having accomplished the cities: New York, Boston, Washing- yoga of the Sakya Order of Tibetan Bud- deity, one works for the benefit of ton DC, Miami, Minneapolis, Boul- dhism. The Empowerment will take sentient beings through the four ac- der, Vancouver and Victoria place in New York in the early part tivities. (Canada), Seattle, Portland, San of October 1991, and will take three In the Vajrakilaya of the Khon Francisco and Los Angeles. days to complete. As part of the Lineage there are many elaborate The performance will be in two Empowerment, ten Tibetan monks rituals which incorporate melodic one-hour segments, with a fifteen- San Francisco Bay Area will perform the Vajrakilaya dance, chanting and also sacred dances. minute break in between. The first June 16-23,1991 which portrays the entire practice, The sacred dances consist of two dance will be the presentation of the following which His Holiness will parts: (1) the upper action, which Black Hat dance, which is the very bestow an explanation in English of is performed for the purpose of ac- beginning of the Vajrakilaya ritual. is a vajrayana practice, a technique for recog- the practice and path of Vajrakilaya. complishing enlightenment, and (2) This will be followed by the dance nizing illusion. It includes three stages. In the first, by recogniz- The teachings will be held at a time the lower action, which is per- of the Nectar Offerings. Both of ing the illusion of daily reality, one penetrates the nightdream that will not conflict with the formed to destroy evil forces and ob- these are from the upper action cat- Kalachakra Initiation of H.H. the stacles. egory. From the lower action wrath- illusion and can recognize that one is dreaming. One can Dalai Lama and the surrounding The upper action has a very long ful aspect, two masked dancers will become aware of the illusory nature of reality—the daytime teaching program offered under the and complicated dance which por- perform a dance representing the dream. This leads to the second stage, in which one uses the auspices of . trays the entire practice, beginning twenty emanations of the wrathful dream state to meditate. This involves dream manipulation— One of the highest tantric teach- with the consecration of the place deities. This will be followed by two using one's awareness of the illusory nature of the dream to ings in the Buddhist tradition, Vaj- of performance, the blessing of the masked dancers representing the rakilaya is the manifestation of all of earth, the sky, etc., then continu- four direction guardians, and final- transform its content. The third stage involves the dissolution of the Buddha's activities in a wrath- ing with the creation of the celes- ly, two masked dancers represent- the dream, whereby one dissolves the dream into clear light ful form. The practice of Vajrakilaya tial mansion and the entire mandala ing the twelve protectors. recognition. This retreat will concentrate on the first stage of is an essential method to dispel the of 51 main deities and 40 surround- The program will conclude with dream yoga. many obstacles that arise to block ing deities. five dancers who dance with drums Dream yoga is a meditation practice. It does not involve the spiritual progress. The second part of the dance, the and represent the Dakas, or celes- The Vajrakilaya of the Khon lower action, which is meant to de- tial heroes. Although the final seg- analysis of dreams, as is done in some Western traditions. Lineage is unique in several aspects. stroy the evil forces, is done in ment is not actually pan of the Rather, it is practiced with the awareness of impermanence: that The Khon lineage itself is histori- wrathful form, with the dancers traditional Vajrakilaya sacred our lives are short and we do not have much time to practice. cally descended directly from celes- wearing fierce masks representing dances, these celestial heroes are Dream yoga teaches us how to use the time at night to further our tial beings. Formerly known as the emanations of the 20 wrathful mentioned in the Vajrakilaya prac- spiritual practice and path of compassion. "Clear Light Celestial Race," the deities. tice, so we have included this dance descendants of Khon settled in At one time, as there was an in- for variation. This final dance is also A one-week ngondro (preliminaries) retreat will precede the Tibet where they subjugated and in- clination by the descendants of considered to be especially auspi- dream yoga retreat: June 8-15. termarried with local rakshas Khon toward learning the "new" cious for those who have the oppor- Preregistration required by May 28, please; (wrathful spirits). The name Khon, , there was an attempt by tunity to view it, and so gives a nonrefundable 50% deposit. which actually means "subjugator," them to "conceal" or hide this Vaj- favorable conclusion to the per- was thus derived. The meaning of rakilaya teaching along with the oth- formance. For more information, contact Robert or Mary Racine, the Vajrakilaya tantra was explained er teachings of the ancient tradition. All of the dances and melodies are P.O. Box 90, Oakville, CA 94562,415-849-3300. through pith instructions by Guru Due to the extraordinary power of in their ancient and authentic form, . This particular the protectors associated with the as are the costumes and masks. Vajrakilaya teaching was given in its Vajrakilaya of the Khon Lineage, These dances, originally taught by complete form by him to Khon this teaching alone was unable to be the famous Guru Padmasambhava, Nagendra Rakshita (one of the first concealed, and thus remains to this are being performed publicly for the Upcoming Teachings & Retreats with seven fully ordained Tibetan day one of the most important prac- first time outside of Tibet. The oc- monks) and his younger brother, tices of the Khon Lineage. At the casion provides a rare and unique The Ven. Shyalpa Tenzin Rinpoche Ratna, descendants of the same time the Khon Lineage opportunity for unrestricted viewing Evening Seminar on Wisdom Khon Lineage, H.H. Sakya Trizin's through the establishment of a new of some of the most esoteric rituals Saturday, April 13,1991,6:30 - 9:30 p.m. familial line. Since Khon Nagen- order emphasizing the "new" tan- of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition. New York Area Center, 425 Fifth Ave., NYC Call (212) 662-7813 or (518) 452-3012 for more information. dra's time, this Vajrakilaya teaching tras, came to be called the Sakya To raise the needed money to has been passed from father to son Lineage. bring the monks to the U.S., the WISDOM RETREAT only within the Khon lineage, mak- In Tibet, the sacred dances of the center is offering advance registra- Friday, May 10,1991,6 p.m. - Sunday, May 12,1991, 5 p.m. ing it unique in that the hereditary Khon Lineage Vajrakilaya Ritual tion at a reduced rate of $90 for Balsam Shade Farm, Route 32, Greenville, NY lineage and the teaching lineage are were performed traditionally every those who send in their checks by Call (518) 452-3012 for more information. the same. year during the seventh month of April 30, 1991. The regular fee is In the 13th century Khon Sakya the lunar calendar. For the duration $140. Make checks payable to "Vaj- SECOND ANNUAL RETREAT Pandita, the first religious king of of the month, the assembly of rakilaya Empowerment." To regis- Monday, July 29,1991 - Wednesday, August 7,1991 Tibet and one of the greatest scho- monks in Sakya performed this ex- ter or for further information about Deerwood Resort, Great Barrington, MA lars in Tibetan history, confirmed tremely complex and elaborate ritu- either the Vajrakilaya empowerment Call (518) 452-3012 for more information. the authenticity of this teaching by al. Before the creation of the sand or the tour of the Vajrakilaya The Ven. Shyalpa Tenzin Rinpoche is a highly accomplished lama in the discovering and translating the origi- mandala, approximately 100 dancers please contact: Jetsun Sakya Ka-Nying lineage of Tibetan Buddhism and founder of Do Riwoche nal text, which is now in- dancers would perform the Vaj- Center, Vajrakilaya, PO Box 1603, Taklung Kagyud Center in Nepal and Rangrig Yeshe, Inc. in Stockbridge, MA cluded in the (the rakilaya upper action dance with Cathedral Station, New York, NY For more information, to register or to be on mailing list, contact: Rangrig collection of the Buddha's original traditional costumes and ornaments. 10025. ■ Yeshe Center, Woodlake Rd. #30-8, Albany, NY 12203, (518) 452-3012 teachings). Then came the creation of the sand All of the lineage holders from mandala, to be followed by many Adi Buddha until now have attained days of chanting and prayers. 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SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG NEWS EXHIBITION OF LOSEL DOLLS

In 1984, the Losel doll "cottage Demonstrations by five dolls. An illustrated catalog, Losel, industry" project was initiated. A Drepung Loseling monks who Alternative Forms of Tibetan Art, small group of Drepung Loseling produce the dolls, as well as a vid- will be available for purchase. monks, working under the direc- eo of the monks at work, will be This exhibition is co-sponsored tion of Kim Yeshi in Dharamsala, part of the exhibition. Demon- by Tibet House and Tibet Living have created miniature Tibetan strating their arts will be a monk Craft. If any of our Drepung figurines representing all aspects who creates the clay heads, anoth- Loseling friends around the coun- of Tibetan life. These Losel dolls er who paints the faces, a tailor, try are interested in having the ex- represent a unique model of and a monk who assembles the hibition of Losel dolls come to achievement in areas of cultural their city or town, please contact preservation, craft artistry, and Mac McCoy, c/o Tibet Living traditional Tibetan art forms in- Craft, 1744 Kilbourne Place, cluding clay modeling, applique, N.W., Washington, DC, 20010. painting, and braiding. The dolls tel. 202-332-4555. ■ are made to exacting standards in material quality, workmanship and Uchen style. historically documented detail. Using photographs, text descrip- tions and consultations with elders Tibetan Calligraphy Competition the team of five monks and the As part of its Silver Jubilee for ordinary writing. Western coordinator have recap- Celebrations, Tibet House New Petsug is used for non-spiritual tured the spirit of old Tibet. Delhi recently held a calligraphy texts, such as epics, stories, and During the Year of Tibet, a competition in Tibetan scripts. special rituals. Finally, there are traveling exhibition of the dolls KARMATRIYANA Traditionally the practice of cal- the ornamental styles such as the will open in New York City at the ligraphy in Tibet was considered Drutsha, with long graceful lines American Museum of Natural Pema Lundrup puts the finishing The seat of the Gvalwa to be a form of meditation or sad- and flamboyant gestures. These History in mid-October, 1991. touches cm a Losel Dol at a workshop hana, and not just an art form. For are used for non-scriptural book ti- The exhibit's focus will be on the Win ter/Spring in Dharamsala. He is one of four centuries calligraphy was an im- tles, documents, and government integration of 45 Losel figurines 1991 Schedule Tibetan monks accompanying the portant dimension of traditional decrees. Other older styles have into a supporting display of histor- Losel Exhibit at the American Muse- MARCH Tibetan education; it was not con- generally fallen into disuse. In ical photographs and artifacts. The dolls will be placed in miniatu- um of Natural History this October. 8-10 GREEN Practice sidered a separate subject or a traditional Tibetan calligraphy, PUBLIC TALKS with rized traditional settings created specialized art, but rather the pens were made of bamboo, with especially for this exhibition. foundation for all studies. All stu- the ribs cut at a prescribed angle. 15-17 WHITE TARA Practice dents had to undergo rigorous The ink was either indigenously These will include a display of 22-24 CHENREZIK Practice training in calligraphy for 10 to 15 made lamp-black or from import- masked dancers performing in a years, spending at least a couple ed Chinese ink tablets. The writ- temple courtyard, a group of APRIL of years on each style. ing surface was hand-made paper aristocratic Tibetans enjoying a 6-7 REFUGE Tibetan calligraphic styles fall or occasionally silk. picnic beside their colorful tents, and a nomad camp with yaks and Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche into two main categories. Uchen Since the Tibetan dispersion, $30 has a header line above each let- Tibetan calligraphy has suffered a nomad family. HUYliAR OF TIBET 13-14 LAY PRECEPTS ter. It is the most formal style, and decline. The calligraphy competi- Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche is used in printing scriptures and tion was conceived as a vehicle to $30 the Buddhist . Ume has no regenerate interest in this deep and SLIDE PRESENTATIONS 20-21 header and all the other styles are spiritual art form. VOW the developments of Ume. The response to the cpmpetion Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche Of these, Tsuring, or the "long was extremely encouraging with BY PETER GOLD S30 style,'' was the first to be learned nearly 990 entries from all over In- by students who had perfected its dia and abroad. The First Prize In conjunction with the Year of al Ecology of the Tibetan Pla- MAY long strokes on wooden slates. entries were exhibited from Tibet, Peter Gold (author of Tibe- teau," "Art, Life and Spirit in 3-5 MEDICINE BUDDHA Tsugthung, or the "short style," November 15 until November 27, tan Pilgrimage and Altar of the Tibet," "Tibetan Pilgrimage: Practice was taken up next. Only after the 1990, at the Tibet House. The Earth) will be touring North in Tibetan Daily 11-12 WOMEN IN THE basic strokes had been thorough- event was blessed by His Holiness America with a series of special Life," "Altar of the Earth: The DHARMA ly mastered and the student had the Dalai Lama when he visited Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche slide presentations dealing with Life, Land and Spirit of Tibet," acquired complete discipline over the exhibition on November 27th. $50 Tibet's sacred arts and ecology, its and "Circle of the Spirit: The Sa- Significantly His Holiness made his style was he allowed to write on universal philosophy and spiritu- cred Journey of Tibetans and the an observation on calligraphic JUNE paper. Tsugmakhyuk has the same al way of daily living, and its rela- Navajo Indians." shape as Tsugthung, but is technique that had escaped the no- tion to other spiritual cultures, Tour schedule: Peter will be on 1-2 PROGRESSION tice of some of the master cal- ALONG THE PATH smaller. Stylistically, it is consid- particularly the Navajo Indians of the west coast and in the Rocky ered to be between formal callig- ligraphers. Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche ■ . Mountain region of U.S. and Ume style. 2 ANNIVERSARY raphy and Khyuk, which is used Peter's engaging and enlighten- Canada in August, late November PICNIC ing talks are given in conjunction and December of 1991; east coast: SSOjincludes teaching & barbecue picnic with a double projection of color October and early November; 29-7/7 THE LIFE OF MARPA slides and on-location sound midwestern U.S. and central Cana- Khenpo Karthar Rinpoche recordings that create an uncanny da: November. $275 sense of "being there." If you or your organization The following programs are would like to sponsor one or more available: "Timeless Tibet: The of these presentations, please con- 352 Meads Mountain Road Universal Message of Tibet," tact Peter Gold c/o Snow Lion Woodstock, New York "Earth of the Gods: The Spiritu- Publications. ■ (914) 679-5906

A SPECIAL MEDAL COMMEMORATING TIBETAN FESTIVAL AT HIS HOLINESS THE MINGEI INTERNATIONAL DALAI LAMA'S 1989 MUSEUM NOBEL PEACE PRIZE The Mingei International Muse- Tibetan monks from Namgyal (Reverse, superimposed on the map of Tibet um of World Folk Art in La Jolla, Monastery in Dharamsala, India is the image of Avalokiteshvara, protector of California, is pleased to announce a will create a . The Tibet, the in Lhasa and Tibetan festival in celebration of the monastic life of Tibetan Buddhism the mantra, .) Year of Tibet. "Tibet: Art of the is represented next, in an exhibit of People from the Rooftop of the ritual instruments, dance masks, World," a unique exhibition of re- prayer wheels and statuary. Objects The Council for Religious and Cultural Affairs of the Dalai Lama has ligious and cultural art, will be on of everyday use, including a Tibe- commissioned the renowned firm of Arthus Bertrand, of Paris, to create view from March 9 through June 2, tan tent, saddles and clothing from 1991, accompanied by special events nomadic peoples of Tibet, complete fine medals available in two sizes and three finishes: and activities. the exhibit. 30mm, Sterling Silver, $55.00; Gilded Bronze, $22.00 The exhibit represents three In conjunction with the exhibi- aspects of Tibetan traditional arts. tion, Mingei International Museum 68mm, Bronze with Patina, $29.00; Gilded Bronze, $39.00 The "Wheel of Life" at the en- will offer illustrated lectures, films, Postage is $1.00 for each 30mm medal; $2.00 for the first 68mm medal & $1.50 for addt'l. trance will lead viewers to a recon- music and dance programs. For structed shrine room, where, in more information, please call Send check or to the Tibetan Handcraft Import Company, Representative Agent, front of a three-tiered altar, four 619-453-5300. ■ 1744 Kilbourne PI, NW, Washington, DC 20010, or call 202-332-4555 for further details.

SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG NEWS THE ABBOT OF DREPUNG THE MANDALA DANCE OF THE LOSELING VISITS THE WEST 21 PRAISES OF TARA In June 1990, the abbot of Drepung Loseling Learning Cen- Sacred dance has been cultivat- ritual began to take form. tape is available from Snow Lion Drepung Loseling Monastery, ter is being established in the ed as a treasure in the East for When His Eminence returned (see music section). Venerable Rizong Tulku Rin- mountains of north Georgia. millenia. In the early Vajrayana to the islands, a dance celebration Tara, the Saviouress, is the em- poche, made his first trip to the "My hope is that it will be a Buddhist monasteries of Orissa was offered to him by the women bodiment of wisdom and compas- West under the auspices of His genuine learning place for all in- (500-700 A.D.) there were large practitioners of the island and Pre- sion. Tara vowed to remain in the Holiness the Dalai Lama. The terested people. Our efforts will be numbers of dancers attached to the ma's children and men dance stu- body of a woman until the end of purpose of his visit was to conse- directed toward assisting and temples. The iconography of those dents. Rinpoche was taken by the time, saving beings from the crate the land in North Georgia benefiting the students and prac- ancient temples and the postures Tara Dance and shared his obser- sufferings of conditioned exis- donated to Drepung Loseling for titioners. To expedite this, I will of the deities represented on Tibe- vations and suggestions. He was tence. She affirms the dignity of the establishment of a branch send Jampa Rinpoche, a very tan clearly shows their very moved by the depth of devo- all women and affirms their abili- monastery in the United States. learned, highly accomplished relationship with the classical tion expressed and encouraged ty to achieve the highest spiritual Rizong Rinpoche designated a teacher. It is our hope that he will dance form of Orissa as it is prac- perfection. As a being awakenened beautiful site for the monastery on arrive in the spring of 1991." tised today. to her own perfection she is swift a hilltop, land that was once sacred During his stay in Atlanta, Although there is presently no to assist any who call out to her, to the Cherokee Indians. The next Rizong Rinpoche spoke at the Tibetan tradition of women danc- overpowering obstacles and dis- day he performed an ancient fire Southern Center for International ing in the sadhana practices, there solving ignorance. She is a deity ritual to consecrate and purify the Studies, an independent center for is a group of Newari Vajrayana of Buddhist Tantra and a poten- area. The three-hour ceremony thought and opinion, where he Buddhists who claim their ances- tiality latent within every sentient was attended by seventy-five peo- discussed the situation in Tibet tors came from Orissa and to this being. To praise her and embody ple, both neighbors and members and the Dalai Lama's approach to day use women dancers in the sad- her is to discover one's own inner of the Dharma community from world peace. He also visited the hana practices in their temples. perfection. Atlanta. Trappist Monastery of the Holy The Mandala Dance of the 21 It is the combination of body, Afterwards Rinpoche expressed Spirit, and had a warm dialogue Praises of Tara is the inspiration of speech and mind, dedicated his hopes for the center in this with the abbot Dom Armand Vel- Prema Dasara, a dancer who had properly and used skillfully, that way: "During my two-month visit lieux. Rinpoche also gave teach- studied sacred dance in Orissa and empowers a practitioner and up- in the U.S., I had the opportuni- ings to the Buddhist community Nepal. Having received the Em- lifts her or his awareness. May all ty to stay with people in their in Atlanta and in several other cit- powerment of Tara from His Emi- beings be blessed by the Bod- homes, which gave me an under- ies, including Raleigh and Waines- nence Tai Situ Rinpoche, she felt hisattva, the Great Mother, the standing of this great nation and ville NC, Little Rock, Miami, inspired to express the sadhana in Protector, Tara. its culture. My impression of the Chicago, Detroit and New York dance form. Prema will be teaching and. people is that they seem to be City. When Lama Sonam Tenzin was presenting The Mandala Dance of friendly, well educated and dis- Currently plans are underway to sent to the island of Maui by the Prema to refine the practice and to the 21 Praises of Tara this spring ciplined. They appear to be very raise funds to bring Ven. Jampa Venerable Kalu Rinpoche in 1983, eventually share it in other parts in these locations: open minded and respectful of Rinpoche to Georgia to teach and he realized the need to make the of the world. • April 14-20, Boulder, CO, The other cultures. People seem to tour the cities in the south where traditional Tibetan Buddhist prac- When came to Chenrizig Institute, have so much freedom. Perhaps there is interest in Buddhist teach- tices more accessible to his West- Maui in preparation for the Dzog- 303-447-1532 due to this there is a small but ings. For more information, con- ern students. He asked Prema for chen teachings of His Holiness the • April 21-27, Santa Cruz, CA, flourishing Buddhist community. tact the Drepung Loseling assistance and, together with devo- Dalai Lama the presented Productions, 408-426-9713 There seems to be a growing in- Monastery Learning Center, 656 tional singer Jeff Munoz, they a dance offering in his honor. He • May 1-7, Los Angeles, CA, terest in Buddhist teachings, and Murphey Highway, Mineral Bluff, shaped the sadhana of the 21 laughed with delight and Randal "Rain'' Gray, for this reason it is appropriate that GA, 30559. ■ Praises of Tara so that it could be proclaimed it an excellent method 213-393-8035 sung in English. of communal Dharma practice. A tour to the east coast in the fall Prema had studied sacred mu- The Venerable Tara Rinpoche, is presendy being organized. Con- sic and dance in the East for many recently on Maui, joyfully tact Prema at: P.O. Box 504, Kula, Ven. Ayya in California years. She could easily imagine the proclaimed that the dance and HI, 96790, 808-878-2843. ■ Praises danced. With Kalu Rin- song would bring many people the Deva Loka, a group of Ayya lectures and meditation retreats poche's blessing and the assistance blessings of Tara. His translator Khema's students who have or- throughout Europe and Australia. of Lauryn Galindo, another ex- said Rinpoche played the tape ganized to bring her teachings to She is the spiritual director of perienced dancer-practitioner, the non-stop on his tour in Tokyo. The the United States, is pleased to an- Buddha Haus in Mittelberg, Ger- nounce the 1991 California visit of many. She has written books on the internationally known Ther- meditation and the Buddha's ASSISTANCE TO YOUNG TIBETAN MONKS avadan teach- er, Bhikkuni nun and author, Ven. When you help a young Tibetan monk, Ayya Khema. Two retreats are planned: the you not only benefit him, but you also take an first, in Lafayette, runs from June active part in the preservation of the ancient 21 to 28; the second, in Oakland, traditions of Tibetan Buddhism through his is for experienced meditators, from practice of Dharma. June 29 to July 28. A full thirty- day commitment is required for There are a number of young monks the second retreat, which will be living at in , India. limited to 24 people. At both, Many of them are impoverished and struggle to detailed instructions in Vipassana survive. As a sponsor to one of these monks you (Insight) meditation and the can eliminate their hardships and give them the meditative absorptions will be giv- en as taught in the Canon. opportunity to continue their studies and practice Ayya Khema was born in Ber- of the Dharma. Your support will provide lin in 1923. In 1949 she became urgently needed basic necessities of food, medical an American citizen, married and care and practice materials. Each sponsor is sent had two children. She moved to the name, address, photo and background Australia in 1964. There she co- information of their monk. founded Buddha Dhamma, a forest monastery in the Ther- teaching in English and German. Without your help, these monks have no possible means of support. Please join avadan tradition near Sydney. In Her Being Nobody, Going No- Rigpe Dorje Foundation in this most worthy effort to sponsor a monk. Your entire 1979 she ordained as a nun in Sri where, winner of the 1988 Christ- contribution will be sent to your monk for his sole benefit. Lanka, where she set up a train- mas Humphreys Memorial Award, ing center for Sri Lankan nuns, is available from Snow Lion. and Parappuduwa Nuns Island for For more information, contact I Would Like To Sponsor A Monk women practicing intensively or Isha Mayim, 6463 Benvenue #3, wishing to ordain as nuns. Oakland, CA 94618, tel. $20 monthly I cannot sponsor a monk ] Please add my Ayya Khema holds seminars, 415-655-3246. ■ $60 quarterly but wish to contribute name to your $240 annually to the genreal fund mailing list CENTER All contributions are tax deductible Located in the beautiful moun- fer an annual Christmas Milarepa tainous Connecticut River Valley retreat (Dec. 26 to Jan. 1) and a Make checks payable to Rigpe Dorje Foundation of Northern Vermont, the Milare- 3-month -Vajrasattva re- and Mail to the address below: pa Center provides retreat space, treat (mid Jan. to mid April). They fresh air and a peaceful environ- invite short and long term resi- Name ment for solo and group retreats. dents to help with general retreat Each year they offer a full program and program services, as cooks, Address of teaching and guided retreats by gardeners, and as craftspeople to qualified sangha and teachers of help them complete their building the Foundation for the Preserva- renovations. 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The Great Kagyu Masters And is expert in the five aspects of pa defeated him by his extraordi- flesh, he began to weep. Tilopa cipline. Tilopa did the opposite: Continued from pagel. knowledge, nary insights, and gave him the said, "If you cease taking life, I Early in the morning he killed a You have no human teacher; teachings. Then the heretic said, will restore your son to you." The mass of locusts on the road, sepa- some, ugly woman came to care for All your Lamas are omniscient "Since I don't see cause and ef- butcher agreed and Tilopa rated their heads from their bod- him. She said, "There is no place ones.- fect directly, I don't accept your returned his son to him. The man ies, and heaped them up in two where one can avoid death." The doctrine. If it is true, please show purified his negative karma, piles; in the evening he went to a Subduing the Heretics boy's mother therefore asked her, me directly. Only then will I ac- promised not to engage in any fur- tavern and ate the barley residue "What can I do for him?" And Seeing a heretic doing harm to cept the Buddha's teachings." ther wrong action, and developed left over from making beer. His the woman replied, addressing the the Buddha's teaching, Tilopa said With a snap of the fingers, Tilopa devotion. Tilopa gave him the uncle, Dawo Shonnu, who was in boy: to himself: "It is time to subjugate showed the heretic the burning teachings and liberated him, charge of the monastery, could no Herd buffalo this being." He therefore agreed tortures of the hell realms. The saying: longer tolerate such behavior. He to enter a debate whose outcome And read scriptures. heretic saw a copper pot filled with and other monastery officials would determine which man's The result of one's negative actions There you will find the prophecies molten metal, but empty of hu- spoke privately to Tilopa and told path would prevail. The king act- Will return to oneself. of the Dakinis. man beings. He asked the guardi- him to cease his unconventional ed as mediator in this debate on an of hell, "Why are there no In this way Tilopa chose him as behavior. They also warned that if With this she disappeared. language, logic and other subjects. beings in this pot? The man re- a disciple. From that day the man he missed the purification renew- One day, while the Brahmin As in the building and destroying plied, "In the Rada country in became known as Yogin Dechye al practice he would be severely Salyo was herding buffalo and of the mandala shrine, the heretic Jambudvipa there is a heretic who Gawa and resided in the land of punished. But Tilopa went out reading the scriptures under the stopped the sun in its course and doesn't believe in cause and effect, the Rakshas. and killed more locusts. At one shapa tree, the woman appeared Ru (Tilopa) caused it to set. Then and who is creating negative kar- point he was seen by the King who again, this time asking his name, he halted the sun, but the heretic ma by spreading wrong views. Af- Subjugating the Singer was journeying toward the monas- the country of his birth, and the could not cause it to set. Ru said, ter his death we will cook him in Once there was a skillful singer tery for ceremonial prayers. The name of his parents. "My coun- "Cut your locks and enter my this pot!" The heretic then said to who was in the habit of entertain- King was so shocked that he try is Zako in the East. My father path." But the yogin became an- Tilopa, '' It may be true that one ing the assembled crowd. When asked, "Who is your Abbot and is the Brahmin Salwa; my mother gry and radiated flames in his is born in hell through negative Tilopa arrived he said to the man, who your Acharya?" Tilopa is the Brahmin Saldenma; my sis- direction, saying: karma, but perhaps it is not neces- "Why are you howling so?" The replied: ter is the Brahmin Saldron; and I sary to engage in virtuous ac- / can shake the three realms; singer became angry and said, am the Brahmin Salyo. This tree tions." Tilopa said, "Come, I will The place is the garden. There is no yogin I cannot terrify. "Let us engage in a singing con- is the shapa root and I am tend- show you." In a moment Tilopa test." The singer knew only world- My uncle is Abbot and my mother Acharya. ing buffalo to earn my living, as Tilo then manifested a larger took him to the Heaven of the ly songs. With enlightened voice well as practicing the Dharma by flame, and sent both it and the Thirty-Three Gods. There, in each Tilopa sang many celestial songs. I am Bhikshu Kalapa. reading scriptures." She replied: heretic's fire back to him. Thus, god's palace was a divine The singer developed deep devo- Many millions of kalpas ago I spoke with the victorious "This is not how it is." He asked: the heretic's belongings were com- couple—a god and goddess. In one tion and asked to be his disciple: "Then what is the truth?" She re- pletely burned, even to his thick palace, however, was a goddess Shakyamuni, plied: "Your country is mane of hair. standing alone. The heretic asked, Where, precious one, do you come , Aryadeva, and from? in the North; your father is "Why has she no consort?" The . / am Tilopa, You have subjugated me. Chakrasamvara; your mother is goddess replied directly, "In Jam- I have travelled to a hundred Who has achieved omniscience. ; your brother is Pant- budvipa there is a being who is Tilopa replied: Buddhafields sapana, and I am your sister, Bliss- The heretic developed great de- just now changing his view, under- And I have seen the one hundred / am the singer Tilopa giver. If you want to find the true votion, and with all his disciples standing cause and effect, giving faces of the Buddha. Inhabiting the entire world of buffalo go to the forest of the bodhi did prostrations, offering a man- up non-virtuous action and prac- I have attained the blissful level Brahma. tree. There the stainless Dakinis dala and requesting teachings. ticing virtuous action. After his And have understood the inter- I come here as a beauteous singer: hold the ear-whispered teachings." Thus the assembly were liberated. death, he will be reborn here." dependence of cause and effect. Now I wander off, directionless. He replied: "If I go there, the The heretic became known as Yo- Thus, the heretic developed deep I have realized the Dharmakaya of Dharmata. Dakinis will pose obstacles and gin Nakpo Kewa and thereafter devotion. Tilopa said, "Sinful be- Tilopa then gave him the teach- Even the great prevent me from succeeding." She resided in the Central Wood For- ings, motivated by negative karma, ings and liberated him. From that Cannot match my realization. said: est Cemetery. suffer the mental phenomena of day the man became known as Yo- I have not killed any sentient hell, but virtuous beings, motivat- gin Yangdan, and resided in Yogi, you can get the teachings. beings. Showing the Evident Cause ed by positive karma, enjoy the Nagara. You have received the predictions and Effect mental phenomena of the higher And kept the vows. Thus he sang, and with a snap A heretic, holding the view of realms." He then gave the heretic Appearing as a Manifestation of the finger caused all the locusts of Chakrasamvara Acting as a Non-human Teacher the Lokayatas (atheists of ancient the teachings and liberated him. to spring to life and fly away in India), was preaching this doctrine From that day he became known Tilopa took the vows of a monk radiant light. Then everyone un- The Saint Tilopa became fa- to all the people of the Rada coun- as Yogin Dina, and resided in at the temple on the grounds of the derstood that Tilopa was an ema- mous by receiving the teachings try. A Buddhist scholar refuted his Palkyiri. Blazing Cemetery of Lakshetra, in nation of Chakrasamvara. He directly from the Wisdom Daki- arguments, saying that cause and the Ashoka garden, near the river became widely known and every- nis in Oddiyana. When he was effect exist. But it could not be de- Subjugating the Butcher Salanadi, because the Abbot there one felt deep devotion for him.H asked who his Lama was, Tilopa termined which of the two men A butcher was taking the lives was his uncle and the Acharya his replied: was right because there was no of many animals and giving their mother. He became known as the / have no human teacher; judge present. When Tilopa ar- meat to his son. Tilopa, seeing that Bhikshu Kalapa. In the morning My Lama is the Omniscient One. rived in the midst of the debate, it was time to tame him, trans- he meditated in a small hut; in the CLASSIFIED AD the men asked him to act as judge. formed the meat into the cooked evening the monks gathered and Looking down from the sky, the Greeting cards are available from At the end, Tilopa said, "He who flesh of the butcher's son, mean- said ritual prayers. Occasionally Dakinis said: the Tibetan Institute of Medicine acknowledges cause and effect is while hiding the son himself. they had to do the monk's purifi- and Astrology (TIMA) in Tilopa, who realized the two the victor." The heretic then said, When the butcher took the lid off cation renewal practice, and were Dharamsala, India. Text of the truths "I wish to debate with you." Tilo- the cooking pot and saw his son's punished if they violated the dis- cards includes a brief description of the history of TIMA and an ex- planation of a useful mantra. 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SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG NEWS KEEPING UP WITH BUSINESS Construction Project at Mundgod Construction recently began on a The Tibetan Handcraft Development Project dormitory-study hall at Mundgod for the monks of Gajang Tsawa How can we invite the thou- Tibet support groups, the people Khangtsen, a monastic college with- sands of Tibetan refugees living in organizing Year of Tibet events are in Gajang Monastery. The dormi- India to participate more directly considered an important market tory will contain twenty rooms for in the Year of Tibet? There are with immediate potential. "Once monks (three to a room) and a large probably many ways we haven't larger scale production can be study and meditation room, all on thought of, but here's one being sufficiently developed, we'll be ac- one floor. A second floor may be ad- avidly pursued by a new program tive in large trade show markets, ded in the future. The khangtsen called the Tibetan Handcraft De- mailorder catalogs and with adver- was able to begin construction af- velopment Project. tising. But we will certainly look ter receiving a loan from local The Handcraft Project's main to Tibet groups who are interest- businessmen, and they are in the objective is to help Tibetan arti- ed in helping Tibetans in India by process of clearing this debt by a Dear Snow Lion: sans in India to design and pro- supporting their business. We number of means. Some monks I have been corresponding with duce appealing and high quality want these products to comple- leave the monastery to raise dona- the director one of the khangstens arts and crafts for distribution in ment the work being done by tions, and others do prayers in the of Gajang Monastery at Mundgod the U.S. Their goal is to link arti- Tibet support groups who need to surrounding Tibetan settlements. for a little more than a year now, sans with new markets through a fundraise and to educate. It makes The dormitory will help to relieve and have been following with in- "social venture" in export/import. a very nice match." the serious overcrowding at the terest the khangsteri's efforts in con- The development objectives are to For further information about monastery due to the influx of refu- structing a new dormitory-study hall help provide greater income op- buy and feel good about by know- these new products and their gees from Tibet. Any donation to for some of their monks. As you portunities to Tibetans living in ing their purchase supports the availability, contact Mac McCoy at help retire this debt would be great- know, the accomodation problems the settlements. hard work that Tibetan artisans Tibetan Handcraft Development ly appreciated, and can be sent at Mundgod are critical across the The Project effectively began in are doing. The result can be seen Project, 1744 Kilbourne PI, directly to: Geshe Lamsang, Direc- board. It would be a great blessing 1988 when the Planning Council as a sort of international calling NW, Washington, DC 20010, tor, Gajang Tsawa Khangsten— for them to receive any donations at in the Tibetan Administration card for Tibetan culture." 202-332-4555. ■ Lama Camp No. 1, P.O. Tibetan all, and great merit for anyone wish- commissioned a survey of market Although the Project is planning Colony—581411, Distt. N. Kanara ing to donate. interest for Tibetan handcrafts in to market its new products to a (via Mundgod), Karnataka State, Sincerely, the U.S. The survey was carried wider range of audiences than India. ■ H.P. Bamman out by Mac McCoy, a Tibet sup- porter living in Washington, D.C. He quizzed boutique owners, mail order catalogs, department stores and chain store owners to deter- mine the market potential for HIS HOLINESS THE handmade Tibetan products. In brief, the response was favorable, plans were made and the Hand- craft Project is now getting ready for business under the trade name of Tibetan Living Crafts. SAKYA TRIZIN Preparing to do business with India, however, is no easy job when it comes to producing and importing products. "We found that there's only a handful of Tibe- LAM DRE TEACHING CYCLE tans in India who are capable and ready to produce sweaters, jackets, boxes, metalwork, or whatever it October 27 - November 17 may be, that are first-class, price competitive and with any signifi- Washington, D.C. cant volume. However, there are a quite a few craftspeople who have a basic level of skills which can be Venerable Lama Kalsang Gyaltsen and the upgraded. So we took a few steps members of Sakya Phuntsok Ling are back and developed a program to delighted to announce that His Holiness the use the skilled to help the under- skilled and we're also coordinating Sakya Trizin has consented to bestow the professional training in production Lam Dre teaching cycle and initiations in and design." suburban Washington, D.C, in autumn Last December, the Ford Foun- 1991. In commemoration of the International dation gave a grant of $30,000 for Year of Tibet, the teaching will be arranged just this purpose and the first to facilitate the attendance of Dharma stu- group of Tibetans trainees are now starting their work. The Project dents throughout the country. has also retained two craft develop- ment groups, Aid to Artisans from Farmington, Connecticut, and The Lam Dre teaching is the highest and SHARE, an India-based nonprofit most special teaching of the Sakya Order. It iri Bombay, to assist with training incorporates the Hevajra Cause and Path in- efforts. Meanwhile, there are itiations, condenses the complete teaching of several new handcrafts which the the and tantra, and provides detailed Project is beginning to promote. instruction on the stage of path and result. It "The most exciting art craft is given only rarely by the highest lamas of we're representing is the Tibetan Losel Dolls. They're expensive the Sakya Order. His Holiness has bestowed but a worthwhile investment as a the Lam Dre on six previous occasions in collector's item. For more gener- other countries, but this will be the first time al markets there will be the Losel he will bestow the teaching in the United Rag Dolls and a special brand of States. incense that's also under the Losel name. There is also a community that specializes in woodblock His Holiness the Sakya Trizin is the head of graphics is providing designs for the Sakya Order. Widely revered as a great tee shirts, posters and cards." One thing unique in the Hand- master, he is reputed to be an emanation of craft Project's program is its plan both and Virupa, the founder of to emphasize; the artisans' perso- the Lam Dre teaching. The clarity and incisiveness of His Holiness' teaching is remarkable. As an extra blessing nalities as an important compo- for Western students, he will bestow the Lam Dre teaching directly in English. nent of the products. "We want to recognize and "credit the Tibetan Serious Dharma students of all lineages are welcome. For a registration packet and information on dates, artisans who make the different products with informative tagging. accommodations, costs, transportation, and other details, please call or write: The intent is to give Western cus- tomers a greater sense of appreci- ation for where these pieces are coming from," says Mr. McCoy. "Sometimes we think of these Sakya Phuntsok Ling, 608 Ray Drive, Silver Spring, MD 20910 (301) 589-3115 new products as a sophisticated col- lection of 'Tibetan designer crafts', something special whkh people can

SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG 10 NEWS BE INFORMED FLY THE TIBETAN FLAG! ABOUT TIBET At the suggestion of Michael van tical leader of the Tibetan people. reminder of the worldwide effort Walt of the International Commit- December 10: underway to preserve the ancient tee of Lawyers for Tibet, we en- Human Rights Day, Nobel Peace culture of Tibet and support its It is vitally important that the can subscriptions through Pota- courage you to display the Tibetan Prize Day: The United Nations people. Displaying the Tibetan people who are concerned about la Publications, 107 E. 31st St., flag, especially on the following sponsors a day of global aware- flag can stimulate questions and saving Tibetan culture know about 4th Floor, NY, NY 10016. In- days: ness of all peoples struggling to discussion about the status of the key issues and do what they dependent publication by Tibe- draw world attention to human Tibet, producing positive results can to help. The way to be in- tans in Delhi. July 6: His Holiness the Dalai Lama's Birthday: Tibetans and rights abuse. The date coincides in furthering the cause of Tibet formed is to read some of the fol- • Tibetan Bulletin (bi-monthly, supporters unite in honoring His with the annual awarding of the and in increasing the number of lowing journals and newsletters, $18) The Office of Information Holiness with long life prayers Nobel Peace Prize in Oslo, active Tibet supporters. which provide up-to-date news and International Relations, and expressions of respect and Norway. Tibetan flags are available and information. We especially Central Tibetan Secretariat, through Snow Lion for $20: see support for the spiritual and poli- A Tibetan flag is a persuasive recommend News Tibet, which Gangchen Kyishong, Dharam- catalog section. ■ carries valuable news items that we sala (H.P.) 176215 India. Offi- don't need to duplicate since they cial publication of the are easy to obtain. Government-in-Exile. BOYCOTT TOYS MADE *News Tibet (quarterly, free) • Canada Tibet Newsletter (quar- The Office of Tibet, 107 E. 31st terly, $20) Canada Tibet Com- St., 4th Floor, NY, NY 10016 mittee, 4675 Coolbrook Ave., IN CHINA (tel.212-213-5010). Political and Montreal, Quebec H3X 2K7 In light of increased human political control. nese student and democracy cultural news from the New York Canada. International news as rights abuses in China and Tibet, Each year exports of toys to the groups. Frontlash, the AFL- office of the Tibetan Government- well as information of interest to the U.S. Tibet Committee, togeth- United States bring billions of dol- CIO's youth organization, the in-Exile. Tibet supporters in Canada. er with other human rights groups lars of foreign trade to China. The Support Democracy in China • Tibet Press Watch (bi-monthly, • Snow Lion Newsletter (quarter- and labor unions, is calling for a toycott represents one way of let- group and others have joined the $25) 1511 K St., NW, Suite 739, ly, free) Snow Lion Publications, boycott of toys made in China. ting the Chinese government know U.S. Tibet Committee in organiz- Washington D.C., 20005. From PO Box 6483, Ithaca, NY 14851 The "toycott" has been called that China cannot enjoy business ing the toycott. the International Campaign for (tel.607-273-8506). This is the to protest China's (1) use of forced as usual as long as Chinese and For information on how to initi- Tibet, reproduces news articles paper you are presently reading. labor to produce toys and other Tibetan citizens are persecuted for ate a toycott in your area, please from worldwide sources. It is available to anyone on re- goods, (2) exploitative use of child political and religious beliefs. contact the U.S. Tibet Committee, • Tibetan Review (monthly, $18) quest and sent for free. Please let labor, and (3) continued imprison- The boycott forges alliances be- 107 E. 31st Street, 4th Floor, NY, D-l 1 East of Kailash, New Del- your friends know about Snow ment and suppression of both tween Tibet supporters and labor NY 10016; tel. 212-213-5011. ■ hi 110065 India. North Ameri- Lion! ■ Tibetans and Chinese as a form of organizations as well as with Chi- BOYCOTT St. Louis Post-Dispatch, January 9,1991 COMMENTARY Double Standard On Human Rights Bush Sympathizes With Kuwaitis But Ignores Chinese Treatment Of Tibetans

By Cindy Galbraith Curley tional scrutiny. But little scrutiny or pub- hearted and soft-spoken people with an lic denunciation, much less intervention, unshakable determination to live and let On the one hand, we hear Presi- has been forthcoming. live as each may choose. But they are dent Bush and Secretary of State Bush and national security adviser gravely threatened by Chinese commu- James Baker speak with righ- Gen. Brent Scowcroft do not answer re- nism's intolerance of their unique way of teous indignation about Iraq's illegal in- quests for meetings with leaders of Ti- life. Tibetans are, in every sense, an vasion and occupation of Kuwait, and the endangered race of humans. Over 1 mil- Kuwaiti people's right to self-determina- bet's governmenwn-exile. Their agen- BUDDHIST cies lobby against an address to Congress lion — one in six — have died under tion. At the same time, they turn a blind Chinese colonization. The practice of eye to China's remarkably similar devas- by the Dalai Lama. Tibet's exiled leader PEACE and last year's Nobel Peace Prize laure- Buddhism, the cornerstone of Tibet's cul- tation in Tibet, and the inherent rights of ture, is actively suppressed. Most sacred the Tibetan people. ate. During this past session of Congress. FELLOWSHIP U.S. State Department functionaries institutions have been methodically ran- Something is rotten in the state of Mor- sacked, looted and leveled. To this day, al Imperatives. tried to derail a comparatively meager Tibetans are terrorized by China's siz- The Buddhist Peace With military oppression at its worst able police and military forces. Those Fellowship publishes a since Tibet was invaded 40 years ago, our protesting China's avowed policy of quarterly journal of articles by president received China's foreign min- "merciless repression" face torture. and about Buddhist peace- ister. Qian Qichen, in the Oval Office, forced labor and imprisonment in re- workers of all traditions. providing armloads of great public rela- mote gulags. Recent issues feature: tions material for the Chinese presses Despite this brutality, the Dalai Lama. Mayumi Oda, Tai Situ back home — all delivered in the name and his exile government in northern Rinpoche, Joanna Macy, and of making sure that China merely ab- India, pursue nonviolent strategies in Gary Snyder; reports on stained from a vote condemning an intol- seeking an end to China's bloody occupa- in all erant oppressor. tion of their homeland. Use of force is Given their dire need to re-secure parts of the world, including anathema to their Buddhist faith and Burma, , and some stature in global politics since the practice. By any name, it can only cause Tiananmen Square tragedy, it's hard to Tibet; and articles on human more suffering, they say. rights, environmental action, imagine why China's leaders would seri- Without international pressure, Tibet ously consider anything but abstaining will soon go the way of Manchuria. homelessness, AIDS, on the U.N. use-of-force resolution. What SI million aid allotment to those Tibetan abortion and Buddhism, and refugees who survived escape on foot where one is hard-pressed to find a Man- would they gain from bucking world chu, or remnants of the culture that once Buddhist responses to the opinion on Iraqi aggression? It would over the Himalayas. Middle East war. only cause their image to sink lower, at a There was a time when the CIA provid- flourished there. By the moment, a mas- time when they are spending millions on ed coven aid to the Tibetans in the way sive transfer of Chinese to Tibet's high international public relations. That our of Special Forces training aimed at de- plateau is vanquishing the native culture. BPF develops and supports leaders were so cowed by their pre- stroying Chinese communist arsenals in At a time when the use of force, vio- such projects as: lence and aggression command the sumed veto threat as to provide a private Tibet. But President Richard Nixon's •letter writing for human presidential audience for Qian is rapprochement with China in the 1970s world's stage, mightn't a people pursuing a nonviolent quest for survival also merit rights embarrassing. put an end to that. He and Secretary of •working with refugees State Henry Kissinger determined that the attention and respect of our leaders? And to what end? To uphold the un- from foreign countries alienable mandate of a U.N. resolution? Tibet had little to offer the United States If Bush is talking with Lithuanians about Well. U.N. resolutions on Tibet merit relative to China. So, ethics and holo- their struggle for independence, and •supporting socially enforcement, too. The United Nations, as caust aside. Kissinger initiated overtures pursuing all options for Kuwait, how, in conscious consumption well as the U.S. Congress, the European to Red China. A young George Bush was good conscience, can he continue to turn •workshops, public talks, Parliament. Asia Watch and Amnesty In- named special U.S. diplomatic liason to his back on the people of Tibet? retreats and mindfulness days. ternational, formally condemned Chi- Beijing, and a course of U.S.-China com- We invite your inquiry. na's repeated violations of international plicity on the Tibet issue has ensued. Cindy Galbraith Curley is director of law and human rights in Tibet. The Inter- Sure, Tibet doesn't have oil. or the Friends of Tibet, a nonprofit. 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becoming a minority in their own country. guns from rooftops, killing 300 Tibetans in 10 min- By Tsheten Samdup Despite the issue being raised as recently as last utes. Chinese officials said only 16 people died, while IS THERE a better of the United Nations' summer at a UN human rights sub-commission meet- some western journalists reported that 30 to 100 Ti- hypocritical stance on human rights than its re- ing, nothing has been done to stop China from sys- betans were killed. cent condemnation of Iraq's occupation of Ku- tematically assimilating the Tibetan people, through wait, while it has historically turned a blind eye to While the UN Security Council within days con- China's similar expropriation of Tibet? the huge influx of Chinese into Tibet. Some 7.5 mil- demned Israel for the October killing of 20 Palestin- Four months after Iraq invaded Kuwait, the UN lion Chinese now live in Tibet, compared with 6 mil- ians at Temple Mount in Jerusalem, neither the UN sanctioned, the use of force if Iraq doesn't withdraw by lion native Tibetans. nor the secretary general express Jan. 15. It has been 40years since China invaded Tibet, Asia Watch, a Manhattan- sorrow at the loss of innocent and all the UN has done is pass, without any follow-up, based human rights organiza- lives in Tibet. three resolutions condemning human rights violations tion, charged in May that abuses A 14-year-old Lhasa boy was but not China's takeover of my country. have greatly increased in Chi- recently sentenced to two years' The UN's double standard vividly underscores that nese-occupied Tibet. China had imprisonment after being Tibet in not an important enough issue for world pow- used its tight control of Buddhist caught making pro-indepen- ers to risk upsetting China, which has veto power in monasteries to expel hundreds dence leaflets at school, accord- the Security Council, by even trying to address Ti- of monks and nuns this year, ac- ing to a report from Tibet that bet's plight. Despite the bloody massacre of Chinese cording to "Forbidden Free- the exiled Tibetan government students last year in Tiananmen Square, let alone the doms: Beijing's .Control of Reli- received recently. killing of Tibetans, the Beijing 'eadership continues gion, in Tibet," a report by the For 40 years Tibet's spiritual to receive red-carpet treatment. International Campaign for Ti- and political leader, the Dalai Tashi Dolma, a 25-year-old paramedic from eastern bet, which lobbies for the Tibet- Lama, winner of the 1989 Nobel Tibet, escaped to India last summer. She described to an struggle on Capitol Hill. Peace Prize, has advocated non- me and the human rights officer of the exiled Tibetan "The effect of these policies is.v violence to free his people from government in India how she was forced to undergo that monks and lay Tibetans ^re % Chinese rule. He has visited the an abortion during her second pregnancy. The baby prohibited from revitalizing the United States nine times since in her womb was 84 days old. sacred traditions that would 1979, yet has never been invited Dolma said a Chinese doctor repeatedly inserted a keep Tibetan Buddhism alive," to the White House or met with spoon-shaped instrument to extract bits and pieces of the reported concluded. any senior U.S. officials. All the the child's body from her womb. "Then an electrical China continues to imprison while, the State Department con- spinning machine was inserted into my vagina, and and torture hundreds of monks tinues to kowtow to butchers like all the fragmented bits and pieces of the child were and nuns who participated in Chinese Foreign Minister Qian sucked out," she said. "Some bigger pieces would demonstrations against its rule. Qichen, who was recently re- block the tube now and then. The operation lasted Tibetans escaping to India say ceived at the White House. over half an hour. that electric cattle prods and se- Iraq — expansionist, like Chi- "Thus an unborn child was quietly and brutally vere beatings during interroga- na — claims that Kuwait was executed right there, inside my womb," she said, sob- tion are regularly used to torture once part of its province of Basra bing. The abortion was conducted without anesthe- protesters. Prisoners receive lit- under the Ottoman Empire. Chi- sia, she said. tle food and bedding during Ti- na's claims on Tibet are similar. Why is she the first to talk? Dolma, a Buddhist, bet's long, cold winter. Because an Eighth-Century Ti- believes the abortion was tantamount to murder. She A Chinese journalist, Tang betan king married a Chinese spoke out about it despite her fears of reprisal against Daxian, now exiled in Paris, was Photo by Peter Leyden princess, China claims that Tibet her family members back in Tibet. Forced steriliza- quoted recently by The Observ- In 1989, Chinese police arrest is a part of China. The same Ti- tions and abortions are carried out by mobile teams er, a British newspaper, saying a Buddhist nun who betan king also married a Nepa- that go from village to village, as well as in hospitals. that more than 450 Tibetans chanted 'Free Tibet.' lese princess, but Nepal has nev- The International Commission of Jurists, in its were killed by Chinese security er claimed that it owns Tibet. 1960 report, described China's forced sterilization forces in March, 1989. Iraq must withdraw from Kuwait. But the world program as an attempt to prevent Tibetans from Based on his own observations and official docu- must also look beyond its immediate financial inter- propagating. While the government now also limits ments he obtained while working for the Chinese gov- ests and help other oppressed countries like Tibet. Chinese to one child per family, Tibetans worry about ernment, Tang said that a Beijing People's Armed More than 1.2 million people — one-sixth of Tibet's Police commander had ordered 300 police to disguise population — have died since the 1950 Chinese inva- themselves as Tibetans and join pro-independence sion. More than 6,000 monasteries, the center of Ti- demonstrators in Lhasa, Tibet's capital. The police betV culture and religion, have been destroyed. smashed store windows and overturned cars, provid- What we Tibetans are demanding is nothing more ing troops with an excuse to use deadly force, he said. than the restoration of our historic rights and basic Tang said that Chinese security forces ambushed human rights. We want the right to live as Tibetans Tibetan protesters on March 6, 1989, firing machine — to enjoy and preserve the Tibetan way of life.

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YEAR OF TIBET CALENDAR OF EVENTS (AS OF APRIL 1, 1991) Please note that this is only a preliminary calendar. Three issues of the "Year of Tibet" Calendar of Events will be published: March 1991, September 1991, and January 1992. The deadline for the March 1991 calendar is January 31, 1991. If you miss this or other deadlines, please contact us anyway with past or future program details, as we will want to include all events in the calendars.

MARCH 1991 dha's Birthday, exhibition of paintings by Jan Hansen "Seven Years in Tibet" by Heinrich Harrer and in- Tibetan Cultural Display, throughout the month of at the Gallery on the Pali, at the Unitarian Church. The troduced by Richard Gere. April 16 March at the Rose Street Market, Kalamazoo, MI. Unitarian Church, Honolulu, HI. March 29—April 16 An Evening with His Holiness the Dalai Lama. March 1-31 Booths on Tibetan Information at the International April 17 Exploring Sacred Tibet An exhibit of Tibetan paint- Awareness Expo, at the Hartford Civic Center, Hartford, "Endangered Tibet—A Personal Account" lecture ings and sculpture and an exhibit of photographs by CT. March 30 by Galen Rowell. April 23. Keven Bubriski at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Video and Film Festival on Tibet at Cornell Universi- "Out of This World: 1949 Lowell Thomas Family Art, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, March ty, Ithaca, NY. Contact: Sidney Piburn (607) 273 8508. Expedition to Tibet" by Lowell Thomas, Jr. April 5-March 31 March 30. Entering the Mandala Video. A Three-dimensional Tibetan Cultural Artifacts Exhibit at the Norwalk Li- "Beyond the Wind" by Robert Ford. May 7. computer-generated Tibetan mandala produced by the brary, Norwalk, CT. March "Tibetan Buddhism and the Modern Tibetan Iden- Cornell Computer Graphics Laboratory in colaboration Lecture on Tibet by Michael van Walt at the World tity" by Prof. Robert Thurman. May 14. with the Tibetan monk, Pema Losang Chogyen, Her- Affairs Council, St. Louis, MO. March "Tibetan in Exile: The Struggle for Cultural Sur- bert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University, Everest Peace Climb, slide show and lecture by Ian vival" by Lodi Gyari Rinpoche. May 21. Ithaca, New York, March 5—31 Wade at the Easton Library, Easton, CT. March "Images of Enlightenment: Buddhist Vision in The Dalai Lama and the Philosophy of Tibet, a six 's Boddhisattva Way of Life, teachings by Masterworks of Art" by Dr. Marylin M. Rhie. May week lecture series by sponsored by: The South Asia Geshe Lobsang Jampa during the Year of Tibet every' 28. Program and CRESP, Cornell University, Ithaca, New Sunday at 10:00 A.M. at the Kurkulla Center, Brook- "Tibet: Future Prospectus", moderator Hugh Downs, York, Feb. 11-March 18 line, MA. Through the year. Orville Schell, Dan Sutherland, Shen Tong and Michael Yamantaka Sand Mandala by monks from the Nam- van Walt. June 4 gyal Monastery at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of APRIL 1991 Altruism and World Peace, public lecture by the His Art, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, March "Tibetan Religious Life", a month long exhibit at the Holiness the Dalai Lama. Co-sponsored by the Smith- 8-March 10 8th Day Bookstore, Kalamazoo, MI. April 1—30 sonian Institute and the International Campaign for Travels in Tibet, a slide/lecture by Sidney Piburn at Lecture on forced abortion and sterilization by the Tibet. Lisner Auditorium, Washington D.C. April 17, the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell Univer- National Organization of Women, Cambridge, MA. 7:00 pm sity, Ithaca, New York, March 14 and March 23 April 1 "Wisdom and Compassion: Sacred Art of Tibet" Art Tibet and the Dalai Lama, a slide/lecture by Sidney Video Biography and Story Telling on the Life of the Exhibition. Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, CA. Piburn, State University of New York at Oneonta, Dalai Lama, course on the Dalai Lama and Tibet giv- April 17-October 1991 March 14 en by Leslie Freilich at the Boston Center for Adult Tibetan Performing Arts, Chaksam-pa will be part of Exhibit of Tibetan Manuscripts, Olin Library, Cor- Education, Boston, Mass. April 1 the Asian Pacific Performing Arts Festival which will nell University, Ithaca, New York, March 8—31 Visit of His Holiness the Dalai Lama to New Mexi- perform at the Luis Valdes Performing Arts, San Jose, Exhibit of Books on Tibet, Tompkins County Library, co, by organized by Project Tibet and Friends of Tibet- California. April 18 Ithaca, New York, March 16—31 New Mexico from April 2-5. His schedule will be as "To Celebrate Tibet", Spring benefit for the Tibet The World of Tibet, Art by Children of the Ithaca Area follows: Fund, proceeds will go to the Human Rights Initiative Schools, Display windows, The Commons, Downtown His Holiness the Dalai Lama will give two public lec- and for educational and health care needs for Tibetan Ithaca, New York, March 16—31 tures at the Popejoe Hall in the University of New Mex- refugee children. Featuring performances by Meredith A Day Celebrating the Culture of Tibet, Exhibits, per- ico, Santa Fe, NM, on: Monk, Folk artist Odetta, David Murray from the formances, videos, slide/lectures and more, Herbert F —"Universal Responsibility to all Things Living and World Saxophone Quartet, Rafael Mostel composer for Johnson Museum of Art, Cornell University, Ithaca, Nature" the Tibetan Bowl Ensemble, Lama Pema reading po- New York, March 23 —"World Peace Through Compassion and Non- etry with a slide show presented by Blake Kerr. Cooper Public Welcome for H.H. the Dalai Lama at the Violence" Union Great Hall, New York. April 18 Tompkins County Airport, includes welcoming song by —Press Conference and reception with His Holiness Lecture by Robert Thurman and Marylin Rhie at the 500 Ithaca school children, Ithaca, New York, March 25 at Rancho Encantado, April 2nd, by invitation only. Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, CA. April 19 'Dances and Songs of Tibet performed by the Potala —"Boddhisattva of Compassion", public teachings at Story Telling and Making at the Asian Art Dance Troupe and other Tibetans from Canada. Out- the KSK Buddhist Stupa in Santa Fe. Museum of San Francisco, CA. April 19, 26 and May doors at the Herbert F. Johnson Museum of Art, Cor- —His Holiness will meet American Indian religious 3, 10, 17, 24 nell University, Ithaca, New York, March 26 and tribal leaders, and with New Mexico congres- Tibetan Performing Arts, Chaksam-pa will be pan of Tibetan Ceremonial Tent and Bazaar, Tibetan food sional, religious and civic leaders. the Asian Pacific Performing Arts Festival which will and Handicrafts, Outdoors at the Herbert F. Johnson Tibetan Booth, displaying jewelry, clothing etc. at the perform at Oakland Museum, Oakland, CA. April 20 Museum of Art, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, Curry College, Milton, Mass. April 2 Himalayan Bazaar, with handicrafts, entertainment and March 26 History and Politics of Tibet: Storm on the Roof of food, with a small cover charge at the entrance. This Brief comments on the "Year of Tibet" by H.H. the the World., course on Tibet and Tibetan History by will be at the Hall of Flowers in Golden Gate, San Fran- Dalai Lama from the front steps of the Herbert F. John- Leslie Freilich with video presentations and guest speak- cisco, CA. April 20 son Museum of Art, Cornell University, Ithaca, New ers at the Boston Center for Adult Education, Boston, Ritual Dance, by Namgyal Monks at the Asian Art York, March 26 Mass. April 3 Museum of San Francisco, CA. April 21, 27 and May 1 Peace Music, Nawang Khechog, flutist from Tibet, American Himalayan Foundation Dinner, San Fran- Tibetan Film Festival at the Biograph Theatre, Sage Chapel, Cornell University, Ithaca, New York, cisco Asian Art Museum, San Francisco, CA. April 12 Washington D.C. April 24-25 March 26 "Tibet: the Roof of the World and a Flight Below", "Sand Mandalas, a Work of Art", lecture by Lobsang "Overcoming Differences", A Public Address by Dinner/Lecture presentation by Lauren Hartley at the Samten at the Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, CA. H.H. the Dalai Lama of Tibet, Barton Hall, Cornell University of Wisconsin-Green Bay, Green Bay, WI. April 25 University, Ithaca, New York, March 26 April 15 Benefit Piano Concert, at the home of Leslie Carol "The Buddhism of Tibet", a talk by H.H. the Dalai Tibetan Performing Arts, Chaksam-pa will be part of Hamilton, Beverly Hills, CA. April 27 Lama, Bailey Hall, Cornell University, Ithaca, New the Asian American Pacific Performing Arts Festival at Photograph Exhibit by Ani Phelgye at the Brookedale York, March 27 the Cowell Theater, San Francisco, CA. April 5, 6 and 7 Community College, Lincroft, N.J. April Sand Mandala by monks from the Namgyal Monas- Banquet sponsored by the Nuclear Age Peace Foun- Tibetan Cultural Artifacts, exhibit at the West Han- tery. Upon completion, a blessing ceremony and ex- dation to grant the Distinguished Peace Leadership ford Library, West Hartford, CT. April planatory lecture will be given on March 30th at the Award to His Holiness the Dalai Lama. This reception Lectures, by Amchi Lobsang tenzin from the Medi- Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art, La will be held at the Redline Resort, Santa Barbara, CA. cal and Astrological Institute Dharamsala, with inter- Jolla, CA. March 9—March 30 April 6 preter Tenzin Dorje, who will tour throughout MT, "Tibet: Art of the People From the Roof Top of the Lecture by His Holiness the Dalai Lama, at the Royce Idaho, California and Utah, organized by the Osel Shen World", an exhibition on Tibet at the Mingei Interna- Hall, UCLA, Westwood, CA. April 6 Phen Ling FPMT from Missoula, MT. April and May tional Museum of World Folk Art, La Jolla, CA. March Freedom and Responsibility in a Global Village, pub- Butter Sculpture Demonstration by Wang-du Tenzin 10-June 1 lic lecture by His Holiness the Dalai Lama at the Events Thokme from at the Mingei In- Classes on Meditation, Culture, Travel, Buddhism, Center in the University of California, Santa Barbara, ternational Museum of World Folk Art, La Jolla, CA. Dalai Lama, and History, at the Boston Center for CA. April 7 April Adult Education (267-4430), Boston, MA. March Dog Shows featuring National Specialty and Pennsyl- Tibet Week by the Utah Friends of Tibet, Salt Lake 12-April 17 vania Regional shows of Tibetan Mastiffs, organized by City, UT. Contact: Bob Pelly (801) 359 1329. April 6 "Facing the Gods: Ritual Masks of the Himalayas", the American-Tibetan Mastiff Association, Dover, PA. a travelling exhibit of Himalayan Masks from the Smith- April 6 and 7 MAY 1991 sonian Institute to be shown at the Santa Fe Communi- Sand Mandala by monks from the Namgyal Monas- "Tibet Today", photography exhibition by Erhard ty College, Gainesville, FL. March 17—April 28 tery at Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, CA. April Hursch at the Boston Public Library, Boston, MA. May March, The Tibetan Cultural Awareness Month, a 17-May 15 1-June 15 month-long series of programs and events in Findlay, Tibetan: Fundamental of the Language, Tibetan be- Kalachakra and Other Ritual Dances by Monks from OH. ginners language course at the School of Sacred Art, Namgyal Monastery at the Asian Art Museum of San Multi-media Slide and Video Presentations on Tibe- NY. April 10-May 22 Francisco, CA. May 1 tan culture at schools, clubs, and civic organizations. Video Presentation, on an interview with His Holiness Story Telling and Torma Making at the Asian Art Exhibitions of Tibetan Artworks and Artifacts in local the Dalai Lama at the Shalom Community, Kalama- Museum of San Francisco, CA. May 3, 10, 17, 24, 31. store-front windows and galleries. zoo, MI. April 12 Chaksam-pa, Tibetan performing arts in a special pro- "Visions of Tibet", a Photography exhibition at the Tibetan Thangka Painting, a course on Thangka paint- gram for children at the Asian Art Museum, San Fran- Findlay Art League. ing at the School of Sacred Art, NY. April 12—May 4 cisco, Ca. May 3, 10, 17, 17, 23, 31. "White Lotus", a statewide PBS airing of the video of "My Tibet", a photography exhibition by Galen Rowell The Tibetan Sand Mandala, lecture by the Venerable Tibet. "White Lotus" book signing and promotion of at the California Academy of Sciences, San Francisco, Lobsang Samten on Sand Mandalas and their meaning, the companion book to the video. CA. April 15-September at the Open Center, New York. May 5 Radio Interviews given by artists Carole Elchert and Year of Tibet Official Reception, with Heinrech Har- Green Tara Celebration, Everyone must dress in green Philip Sugden about Tibetan culture. rer and other featured guests., at the Sumner School, and will be given flowers and plants to decorate them- Series of Informative Articles on Tibetan culture pub- Washington, DC. April 15 selves. There will be Green Tara stories, a parade and lished in the "Courier" (Findlay's local paper) and other April 16—June 4 much more. This will take place at the Strybing Ar- area newspapers. Tibet: Past, Present and Future, eight-week course co- boretum, San Francisco, CA. May 11 Lecture and Film Presentation by a Tibetan Scholar sponsored by Tibet House, New York, the D.C. Area Tibetan Carpet Weaving Classes, by Stephanie Mor- at the Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art, Year of Tibet Committee and the Smithsonian and its ton Lane, at the Fraser Studio, Manchester, CT. May La Jolla, CA. March 29 Resident Associate program to be held at the Smithso- 11, first of eight courses "Thangkas and Rowers" in Celebration of the Bud- nian Institute, Washington D.C.

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Book Display at the North Reading Public Library, dimensional works by Robert Rauschenberg at the Gyuto Monk Performance, Irvine Theater, Philadel- Cambridge, MA. May 15 Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York, NY. September phia, PA. October 25 Lecture by Valrae Reynolds, Curator at Newark Muse- 1-22 Lhamo Folk Opera of Tibet, will perform as part of um, to be given at the Asian Art Museum of San Fran- Sand Mandala, created by Namgyal Monks at the St. the Washington University's Edison Theater Series, St. cisco, CA. May 16 Louis Museum of Art as part of the six month gallery Louis, MI. October 25 and 26 Sounds of Peace concert by Nawang Khechog at the exhibit entitled: "Demonic and Divine: Tantric Bud- Gyuto Monk Performance, in Kutztown, PA. October Open Center, New York, NY. May 18 dhist Arts", St. Louis, MO. September 16—30 26 Tibetan Film Festival and Multi-Cultural Dinner at Celebration of Tibetan Culture, including exhibits of "Visions from the Silk Road": Multi-media works by the Mingei International Museum of World Folk Art, Tibetan performing and visual arts, and videos and films the artists of the Cultural Arts Expedition to the La Jolla, CA. May on Tibetan history and culture, sponsored by Chagdud Himalayas and Tibet: Carole Elchert, John Westmore, Lecture by Terese Bartholomew at the Asian Art Gonpa Foundation and Trinity County Arts, Weaver- Philip Sugden, Roger Sugden at the Nicholas Roerich Museum of San Francisco, CA. May 23 ville, CA. September 14—15 Museum, New York, NY. October 27—November 17 Bridgeport Ethnic Festival, at Captain's Cove, Norwalk, Lectures and Exhibit at the Clark University, Worces- Lam Dre Teaching Cycle and Initiations, by His Holi- CT. May ter, MA. September 15—22 ness Sakya Trizin. Complete teaching of the sutra and "Tibet: A 'View of the Sacred", a very special trip to In Tibet photo exhibit by Kevin Bubriski at the tantra, with detailed instructions of the stage path and Tibet sponsored by Friends of Tibet, Missouri and Dis- University Gallery at Clark, Worcester, MA. Septem- result. It is the most special teaching of the Sakya Or- tant Horizons, with lecturer Paul Nietupski. May 15 to ber 17 der, Silver Spring, Maryland. Contact: Lama Kalsang June 4 Presentation on Yaks, an American Yak breeder will Gyaltsen or Ani Kunga Chodron (301) 589 3118. Day od Tibet, day dedicated to Tibet, which will in- discuss his work, other Tibetan activities will also take October—November clude butter sculptures by Wangdu Tenzin, Musical per- place, including Tibetan folk dancers from Calgary, at Publishing of the Jim Reynolds book Exploring the formance of Tibetan bells by One Hand Clapping, the Osel Shen Phen Ling from Missoula, MT. Septem- Outer Path in Tibet to commemorate the Year of Tibet. Tibetan Dances by Southern California Tibetan Associ- ber 21 Fair Oaks Publishing Company, Sunnyville, CA. ation, costumes and video show. It will be held at the Tibetan Carpet Weaving Class, weekend workshop at October Pacific Asia Museum, Pasadena, CA. May 19 the Brookefield Craft Center, Brookefield, CT. Septem- "My Tibet", photography exhibition by Galen Rowell Tibet Today, photo display, lecture and films, at Bristol ber 21 and 28 at the International Center for Photography, New York, Community College, Bristol, MA. May 27—June 7 Lecture on Tibetan Art, by Prof. John Huntington of NY. October Tibetan Cultural Artifacts Exhibit, at the Danbury Li- the Ohio State University at the St. Louis Museum of "Losel Dolls Exhibit", an exhibition of dolls made by brary, Danbury, CT. May Art, St. Louis, MI. September 28 monks from Drepung Losel Monastery at the Ameri- Visits and Teachings by Ven. Gungru Tulku Rinpoche, Tibetan Carpet Mfeaving Demonstration at a textile art can Museum of Natural History, New York, NY. Lobsang Yeshi Jampel Gyatso, sponsored by the Atisha gallery, Enfield, CT. September October Foundation, a non-profit Mahayana Buddhist Center, "Life in Tibet", one year children's exhibit on Tibet Kalamazoo, MI. May—October at the Monadnock Children's Museum in Keene, New NOVEMBER 1991 Hampshire, with an opening festival. Keene, NH. Sep- Gyuto Monks ftrformance, Lisner Auditorium, JUNE 1991 tember Washington, D.C. November 1 Sand Mandala by monks from the Namgyal Monas- A Tibetan Cultural Exhibit, on Tibetan artifacts at the Gyuto Monks Performance, Fifth Avenue Theater, Seat- tery at the Field Museum of Natural History, Chicago, Marion-County Public Library, organized by the U.S. de, WA. November 9 IL. June 1—June 31 Tibet Committee, Indianapolis, Indiana. September San Mandala at the Trout Gallery in the Dickenson Painting of mural, with squares to be sold, organized Tibetan Cultural Artifacts Exhibit, at the Bridgeport College, Carlisle, PA. November 10—24 by the U.S. Tibet Committee, Boston, MA. June 1 Library, Bridgeport, CT. September Gyuto Monks Performance, Hult Center, Eugene, OR. Video series on Tibet to be shown on Public Access "Where the World Meets the Sky"; photographs of November 11 Television stations, Cambridge, MA. June 1—30 and Tibet at the University Museum of Ar- Gyuto Monks Performance, Royce Hall, Los Angeles, Carpet Weaving Workshop, two day workshop by cheology and Anthropology, Philadelphia, PA. Contact: CA. November 14 Stephanie Morton-Lane at the Brookefield Craft Cen- University of Philadelphia (215) 898 4000.September 25 Gyuto Monks Performance, Clairmont College, Clair- ter, Brookefield, CT. June 1 and 2 "Tibet-Realm of The Sacred", photographs by Dr. mont, CA. November 15 PBS Special Television Broadcast of Bill Moyers' in- Edwin Bembaum at the Nicholas Roerich Museum, Gyuto Monks Performance, U.C. Santa Barbara, Santa terview with the Dalai Lama. June 5 New York, NY. September 29-October 20 Barbara, CA. November 16 Danbury Ethnic Festival at Roger's Park, Danbury, "Visions from the Silk Road", an exhibition of ink Gyuto Monks Performance, San Diego, CA. November CT. June drawings by Philip Sugden at Bowling Green State 17 Tibetan Cultural Artifacts Exhibit at the Waterbury Li- University, Bowling Green, OH. September Gyuto Monks Performance, Marin Center, San Rafael, brary, Waterbury, CT. June Tibetan Exhibit of artifacts and photographs and a CA. November 22 Anniversary Celebration, of the Tibetan Cultural Gala opening with Congressional leaders and Tibetan "The Sacred Mountain Of Tibet—On Pilgrimage To Center's Fifth Chorten Anniversary, at the Tibetan supporters at the Rotunda of the Canon House Office Kailas", a photography exhibition by Russell Johnson Cultural Center, Bloomington, Indiana. June Building, Washington D.C. September and Barbara Iertelli at the Nicholas Roerich Museum, Joint Vesack Celebration sponsored by five Tibetan New York, NY. November 24—December 15 Buddhist Centers, Washington D.C. June OCTOBER 1991 Snow Leopard, an opera by William Harper and Roger Tibetan Medical Seminar held at the Flathead Indian Films and Exhibit, at the Boston Public Library, Bos- Nieboer and performed by Minnesota Opera New reservation, near Arlee, MT. June, fourth week ton, MA. October 1—31 Music-Theater Ensemble. Artistic director Ben Gyuto Monk Performance, Civic Auditorium, Santa Krywosz. Minnesota, November JULY 1991 Cruz, CA. October 4 Film Series with Panel discussion on Tibet at the Gyuto Monk Performance, Luther Burbank Center, DECEMBER 1991 Asian Art Museum of San Francisco, CA. July 3, 6, Santa Cruz, CA. October 5 In Tibet photograph exhibition by Kevin Bubriski at 10, 13, 17, 20 and 31 Chaksam-Pa, Tibetan perform- Gyuto Monk Performance, Zellerbach Auditorium, Ber- the Erie Art Museum, Erie, PA. December ing arts troop to perform at the Hartford State House, keley, CA. October 9 JANUARY 1992 Hartford, CT. July 18 "From the Top of the World: a Window to an An- Panorama Photographs by George Berticevich and Chenrezig Sand Mandala in Little Rock, Arkansas. cient Culture", an art exhibition at La Mama Gallery, photographs by Don Weiss. Opening reception by Prof. Contact: Anna Cox (501) 374 3605. July New York, NY. October 10—27 Robert Thurman, at the Nicholas Roerich Museum, Tibet Today by Erhard Hursh in Litde Rock, Arkan- Buddhist Teachings by Lamas of the Different Line- New York, NY. January 19—February 9 1992 sas. Contact: Anna Cox (501) 374 3605. July ages at the Felt Forum, New York, NY. October 12—15 Vision From The Silk Road: Multimedia works by the Concert for Tibet, organized by the YOT DC Com- Gyuto Monk Performance, at the Berkeley Performance artists of the Cultural Arts Expedition to the Himalayas mittee at the Sylvan Theatre, the Mall, Washington, Center, Boston, MA. October 12 and Tibet: Carole Elchert, John Westmore, Philip Sug- DC. July Gyuto Monk Performance, at the Berkeley Performance den, Roger Sugden.Pittsburgh Center for The Arts, Center, Boston, MA. October 12 Pittsburgh, PA. January 1992 AUGUST 1991 Gyuto Monk Performance, Berkelee School of Music, Cham—The Heroic Dance of the Soul, photography Lecture by Richard Kohn and Performance by Boston, MA. October 12 exhibit by Don Weiss, at the Nicholas Roerich Muse- Chaksam-Pa at the Asian Art Museum of San Francis- Gyuto Monk Performance, Smith College, North Hamp- um, New York, NY. January 19 co, San Francisco, CA. August 1 ton, MA. October 13 "The Value of Friends", a Jakata Tale sponsored and "Wisdom and Compassion: Sacred Art of Tibet" FEBRUARY 1992 presented by the international urban performing arts opens at the IBM Gallery, New York, NY. October Fragments From Another World. Paintings by Mindi group of children and adults named the Whole Art 15—December 28 Katzman, Bergen Ruse, Marcia Clark, Michail Dupille, Company's Theater of the Blue Door, Kalamozoo, MI. Sand Mandala, by monks from the Namgyal Monas- at the Nicholas Roerich Museum, New York, N.Y. August 2, 3, 4 tery at the IBM Gallery, New York, NY. October February 16 Lecture by Jeff Greenwald at the Asian Art Museum 15—November 7 of San Francisco, San Francisco, CA. August 8 Kalachakra Initiation by His Holiness The Dalai MARCH 1992 Series of Films on Tibet at the Asian Art Museum of Lama at the Felt Forum, New York, NY. October Paintings From the Fields of Merit; Thangka Paint- San Francisco, San Francisco, CA. August 3, 7, 10, 14, 16-24 ings by Phuntsok Dorje at the Nicholas Roerich Muse- and 17 Gyuto Monk Performance, Tilles Center, Long Island um, New York City. Nicholas Roerich Museum, New Teachings, given by Ven. Gungbar Rinpoche at the University, Long Island, NY. October 17 York, N.Y. March 15-April 5 1992 Tibetan Cultural Center, Bloomington, Indiana. August Gyuto Monk Iferformance, Town Hall, New York, NY. APRIL 1992 23—October 7 October 24 When the Iron Bird Flies, photography exhibition by Video Presentation by Philip Sugden and Carole El- ASUPI and graphic arts by Vicki Khuzami. sponsored SEPTEMBER 1991 chert at the Open Center, New York, NY. October 25 bv the Office of Tibet at the Nicholas Roerich Muse- "Tibetan Locks and Keys": Wall reliefs and three- and 26 um, New York, N.Y. April 12-May 3 1992

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SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG 18 DHARMA ITEMS BELL & DORJE #NEBD $60 INCENSE The supreme symbols of the Vaj- PURE SANDALWOOD 8" bun- rayana path are the bell and dorje dle #IWS $5 (diamond scepter) used by tantric EXTRA-GRADE TIBETAN IN- practitioners. They are held in the CENSE 16" bundle (45 sticks) # left and right hand respectively OSXG $10 and convey the mystical union of TIBETAN INCENSE 16" bun- wisdom and compassion. The dle, #IWTI $5.00 dorje has five prongs, four at each Authentic Tibetan incense made end curved around the central by refugees in India. We are offer- prong, symbolizing the five Budd- ing an excellent brand of Chandan COVERS holder that has a wooden frame ha families. Lotus petals decorate (sandalwood) incense. We now have two types of pecha measuring 5 x 16". It opens to eas- the central caps. The handle of the covers for sadhanas: ily hold your sadhana texts up to bell is similar to the dorje. The bell TRADITIONAL TIBETAN BROCADED PECHA COVER # 2" thick. It is brocaded and has is composed of an alloy of several INCENSE BSBPC $70 a cord with a tassel. metals and is decorated with Tibe- Traditional Tibetan incense pre- This is a solidly constructed pecha tan syllables, lotus petals and pared from medicinal herbs- dorjes. The bell produces a clear, musk, saffron, nagi, and brilliant tone that symbolizes the sandlewood—is available in three STATUES open dimension of reality. grades. Each box contains approx- High quality statues of the Budd- imately 50 eleven-inch sticks: ha and various deities are availa- Highest Grade ffCBLUE $8 ble on request. We have numerous Medium Grade #JCRED $6 rupas and our stock is always Common Grade #JCYELLOW $5 changing. Materials range from brass to copper with gold and (skull cup) painted faces. We have the fol- Medium brass #KAPALAB $30 lowing: Shakyamuni Buddha 8" $510 KATAS Padmasambhava 9" $540 A standard offering scarf. Manjushri 6" $300 White #KATA2 $8 Vajrasattva 8" $540 Banana color #KATA3 $8 Vajrasattva 5 1/2" $165 Long white silk scarves with Vajrasattva 6" $158 BELLS & DORJES, Supreme auspicious symbols embroidered Manjushri 8" $380 Grade #SBD $195 into them. Call for availability. # Medicine Buddha 4" $89 Fine detail two metal bells and KATA $36 Shakyamuni Buddha 4" $80 dorje sets. There are a few still available at this price. MALAS (prayer beads) We have a wide variety to choose BUTTER LAMP $16 from: , White metal, well-made, 3 1/2" Wood #MALAW $16 high. Bodhiseed #MALAB $40 CHOD DRUM, #DWDRUM Lotus Seed #MALAL $58 $170 Crystal Mala #MALAC Call$$ This is the authentic chod drum These crystal malas are very clear with all the extra touches made by and come from the Himalayas. a Tibetan yogi living in Nepal. It comes with silk tail, brocade car- BONE MALAS, $22 rying case with yantra emblem and We have small bone malas with strap, skull bone piece on handle, counters and head bead. They are sea shell adornments and tradi- light beige and strung on a black PECHA WRAP #BSPC $15 tional mantras inscribed on the in- cord. #MALA This has a 21" square maroon side on the wood. MEDITATION CUSHIONS cloth with 4" brocade patch and Carolina Morning Designs cord with tassel. produces high-quality cushions at

■ ■ ■■■■ ■ ■ .■ ■■■ ■■. .■■ competetive prices and ensures customer satisfaction. These hand- White Milarepa 24 x 40" $750 crafted cushions are available in six colors: burgundy, royal blue, forest THANGKAS! green, plum, navy blue and black. Sizes are the measurements of the Specify the color of your choice. painting only. They are all poper- We plan to fill orders promptly, ly mounted and brocaded for but it may take up to 4-5 weeks for hanging. Please call us for infor- delivery. mation as to availability. We have Zafu (round cushion seat) is 12" the following in stock: in diameter, 8" high and is stuffed is Vajrasattva with consort 19 x 28" with kapok. #CMZAFU $32.50 $750 i l Support Cushion is a square •i W&iKm Green Tara 14 x 20" $450 cushion which measures 12 x 12 Green Tara 14 x 19" $350 x 3 " and is filled with cotton bat- Green Milarepa 18 x 27" $525 ting. #CMSUPPORT $14 DAMARUS (wood), #DAMARU MALA COUNTERS White Milarepa 24 x 40" $750 $40 Zabuton (base cushion) measures These pairs of counters have a bell Life of Buddha 13 x 18" $450 25 x 31 x 3" and is filled with cot- and a dorje, multicolored tassels Seated Buddha with many sur- DAMARU BANNERS # ton batting. #CMZABUTON and attach to any mala. rounding golden Buddhas 16 x $38.50 DAMARUB $20 Beautiful bro- Shakyamuni Buddha 8" $510 White Metal Counters 20" $1200 INFLATABLE ZAFU cade banners in 5 traditional #COUNTERS-W $14 Large figure of a seated Buddha 18 #CMINFL $17.50 colors. Silver Counters #COUNTERS-S x 24" $750 RUPAS & THANGKAS Just the thing for traveling medi- $40 Yamantaka 14 x 19" $495 Contact us for images and prices tators! A zafu cushion that can be DHARMA DECALS Padmasambhava 14 x 19" $495 of high-quality statues and inflated to just the right height and The following decals are 7" in di- Two-Arm Mahakala (Bernochen) thangkas. MALA POUCH #MALABAG $8 deflated for easy storage. Inside the ameter and are $3.00 ea.: 14 x 20" $475 These are lovely silk brocade fine quality zafu cover is a beach- Sakyamuni Buddha #DECAL5 pouches with draw strings. They Amitabha Buddha #DECAL6 ball. Inflated it provides depend- are 6" in diameter. Beautiful gift able support for sitting meditation. Chenrezi #DECAL7 item. Green Tara #DECAL8 Deflated it weighs about 8 ounces "POCKET" PUJAS $2.50 ea. Dorje Chang #DECAL9 and can be folded to fit a small Green Tara #BSGT space. The cover is machine wash- Medicine Buddha #BSMB able . and dryable. There is an Guru Rinpoche #BSGR DINGSHA BELLS (cymbals) # opening from which the beachball Sakvamuni #BSS DINGSHA $30 can be removed and reinserted. So, Chenrezig #BSC The sound of these bells is psychi- if later you prefer a more tradition- Plastic coated cards with deity im- cally cleansing. al zafu, you can simply remove the age on front and a short recitation beachball and stuff the cushion DOOR MANTRA #HCDM with Tibetan on the reverse. Meas- cover with kapok. ure 2 1/2 x 3 1/2." $2.50 OFFERING BOWLS (set of 7) This mantra in Tibetan and San- Copper #BOWLC $38 MAHAKALA skrit purifies negativity. It is print- White Metal #BOWLW $30 ed on card stock. OFFERING BOWLS #BOWL-S AUTHENTIC MINIATURES, $44 set of 7 (tsa-tsa sculptures) Ornately designed silver-plated The following ceramic images are offering bowls that measure 3" available in small (average 2") for OTHER DHARMA dia. $7 ea.: PURBAS Avalokita #TSA:AVALO-S ITEMS Tantric daggers make of iron. Sakyamuni #TSA:BUDDHA-S 9" PURBALG $30 Mahakala #TSA:MAHAK-S AVAILABLE 5" PURBASM $12 Green Tara #TSA:TARA-S Akshobhya #TSA:AKSHO-S ON REQUEST The following images are available GAU, #GAU $36 in large (average 4") for $14 ea.: Call or write to us Made from white metal with Avalokita #TSA:AVALO-L kalachakra symbol on one side and for information. Green Tara #TSA:TARA-L double dorje on the reverse. SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG 19 SPECIAL ITEMS NEW! NEW! CRYSTAL BUDDHAS, by Hen- PRAYER FLAGS-Support SHOW YOUR SUPPORT FOR TIBET! ry Mettier. #HMCB $60 Tibetan Nuns, $12 for set of five These are exceptionally fine en- #PDPF Stamp envelops and other correspondence with these two gravings of a Medicine Buddha on This is a set of traditional prayer great logos: a double terminated quartz crys- flags in the five colors with wind- tal. The crystal is high-quality op- horse and other animals and man- tical quartz and measures 2 to 3". Si*y tras printed on them. They are It is a perfect instrument for medi- pre-strung for easy hanging and tation, healing or blessing. These look great. The Tibetan nuns of Medicine Buddha crystals have Lobsering, India have made these received very positive feedback and will receive payment for them from our customers. as they sell. One set of flags will feed a nun for a month. The story THE YEAR OF TIBET of the nuns was in our fall 90 news- PENDANTS letter. Made from sterling silver: THE YEAR OF TIBET Dorje #JLDP $30 NEW! 1991 TIBETAN CALENDAR! #SLYTS $5.95 SAVE TIBET Kalachakra #JLKP $30 TIBETAN CALEN- CRYSTAL PENDANTS, by #SLST $5.95 Henry Mettier. $250 DAR, 1991-92, #RIGPA $8 This pocket calendar features the Very detailed, finely crafted quartz Both are high-quality rubber stamps and measure 13/i " wide pendants of Tara and a 4-arm main Buddhist festivals, anniver- Chenrezig. They measure 1" long saries and special practice days of by P/g" high. x 3/4" wide x 1/2" thick. They all traditions. Contains photos of have a gold band for attaching a lamas and line drawings. With this little calendar you'll have no ex- "SAVE TIBET" TEESHIRTS chain. They are cut so that the $15 long axis of the crystal comes out cuse for missing Tsog days. Ord- er now. Becomes available in Feb. 100% heavy cotton shirts in M, L, of the front of the Buddha. XL. The color is a very super #HMCPT Tara 1991 and runs from one to the next. orange-yellow with black "SAVE #HMCPC 4-arm Chenrezig TIBET" and a red lotus. We recommend this one highly.

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DOOR CURTAIN #TGDC $65 Measures 36 x 78" and is ideal for doorways and windows. TIBETAN STAMPS #JCS $5 DOOR & WALL TRIM #TGDT 60 Tibetan stamps that are $40 (2 yds.) gummed for sticking on letters, Sold in two yard lengths. White, packages and other items. A color- NEW! yellow, green and red bands above ful addition to your correspon- KALACHAKRA & DZOG- f\ wider pleated blue band. It is 16" dence that also supports the CHEN DESIGN TEESHIRTS high. Tibetan cause. $14, #ABSHIRTK & #ABSHIRTD *9&* These are 4-color on white 100% cotton high-grade shirts in M, L, OF XL. Choose either the Kalachakra symbol or Dzogchen design. NEW T-SHIRTS! Exquisite 100% cotton, 4-color shirts in M, L, XL. Double Dorje on black shirt # TGDD $14 Potala on maroon shirt #TGP $14 Year of Tibet on white shirt # TGYT $14 Tibet Flag on white shirt #TGTF $14 Tibet Symbol on black shirt # TGTS $14 SNOW LION T-SHIRT $14, #SLTSHIRT TIBETAN MONEY #TGTM These are 100% cotton, hand-dyed $100 and hand-screened for unsur- A 100 sang serigraph note beauti- #TGMS $50 passed richness and subtlety of fully printed on Nepali rice paper. Comes with a black lacquer stand color. Lion is maroon, and shirt is It is multi-colored, unframed and and measures 10" wide by 14" cantelope. Very beautiful! Sized measures 16 x 20". high. M, L, XL. SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER & CATALOG

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He displays a sensi- what the student must do to attain Compiled and edited by Sidney These teachings present a sys- practical discussion with things of tivity to human concerns and an enlightenment. This book forms tematic approach to personal Piburn. 72pp., #SLBKNPP$4.50 a more ethereal nature, this is an openness to the discoveries of the most accessible introduction to This year's Nobel Peace Prize has development through visualiza- essential and wonderfully inexpen- science. His excellent sense of Tibetan Buddhism available. tion, reason and contemplation. been awarded to H.H. the Dalai sive purchase."—Booklist, Ameri- humor is also very much in evi- "... presented in a practical and Lama, first and foremost for his The presentation is clear and elo- can Library Association dence."— Parabola understandable form.. . delight- quent. The approach is simple yet practice of non-violence and his Who is the Dalai Lama and why DEITY YOGA in Action and fully illustrated, well-printed and human approach to world peace. profound. It does not presuppose was he awarded the Nobel Peace highly recommendable as a prac- any prior experience on the part Performance Tantras, H.H. the Included here are the two major Prize? Beginning with the Nobel Dalai Lama, Tsong-ka-pa and tical guide to Tibetan addresses given by the Dalai Lama of the beginner, while providing Lecture which presents his policy Buddhism"—Soami Sariputra, rich material for the more Jeffrey Hopkins (also . Trans. & in Oslo, Norway and statements by of kindness, this book offers a Ed.). 274pp. #SLBKDY $14.95 The Theosophist the Nobel Committee on the advanced practitioner. 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The ninth on an aquamarine background #TBPOKD $2.00 SLSTC14 Tibetan Monk in Prayer tioners of any highest yoga tantra. chapter of that book, the chapter with the following quotation that This poster is of the great thangka SLSTC20 Tibetan Lamas on Transcendent Wisdom, is captures the essence of his teach- Topics include: the initiations, SLSTC22 Dalai Lama & Dingo vows and pledges, cultivating the that also appears on the cover of known among Buddhist scholars ing: "Out of my experience, I tell "Kalachakra Tantra: Rite of Initi- Khyentse R. generation and completion stages, as a challenging and profound my friends wherever I go about the ation' '. It comes to us from India SLSTC31 High Lamas at energy centers, winds, drops, tak- exposition of the Madhyamika importance of love and compas- and the edges are a little wrinkled. Kalachakra ing the three bodies as the path, View of Buddhist philosophy. It is sion. Deep down we must have Because we think you'll enjoy it, KALACHAKRA SAND MAN- and day and night yogas. difficult to understand without a real affection for each other, a clear we are selling it at a reduced price. DALA POSTER, 24 x 35" commentary. realization or recognition of our TIBETAN PILGRIMAGE, by At the bottom of the poster are the #SYKP $15 "In this work we have the Dalai shared human status." Peter Gold. 175pp., color photos, mantras associated with the deity, Large, full-color photo reproduc- Lama at full strength...a pro- #SLBKTPI $14.95 (see Travel) written in Tibetan. tion of the sand mandala con- found work."—Parabola structed in the American Museum In 1979, His Holiness the Dalai of Natural History, New York Lama delivered an oral teaching City. on this text before an assembly of THE DALAI LAMA KALACHAKRA SAND MAN- over a thousand Tibetans and DALA POSTCARD, #SYKC Westerners. B. Alan Wallace has $.75 translated, edited and added H.H. THE FOURTEENTH DALAI LAMA PORTRAITS Because of the great demand for photos of the Dalai Lama, we offer full-color portraits suitable for gifts Same image as poster only in post- explanatory notes to this extraor- card size. dinarily clear and valuable com- or devotional use. Photos like these of the Dalai Lama are precious gifts for Tibetans in Tibet or Tibetan mentary. communities. GARUDA POSTCARDS $.75 ea. THE UNION OF BLISS AND Traditional thangka images. EMPTINESS, H.H. the Dalai GAC3 Kalachakra Deity Lama. 191pp. #SLBKUBE $12.95 KALACHAKRA EMBLEM The origins of the instructions on NOTECARDS $12 for 10 cards this Lama Choepa (guru yoga) plus envelopes. #HCNC2 These practice are traced back to the are full-color cards of the explanatory tantra called Vaj- Kalachakra mantra. ramala, in which the visualization KALACHAKRA EMBLEM of the body mandala deities on the PRINT 8 X 10" full-color guru's body is explained accord- #HCPR1 $12 ing to Guhyasamaja. Since the integral practice of Yamantaka, Guhyasamaja and Heruka has great merit and advantages, Lama Choepa explains how to do it on SLCDL1 The Dalai the basis of this guru yoga prac- Lama Leading the NEW PHOTO! tice. The actual practice is Great Prayer Festival 4 NEW PHOTO! DFDLW The Dalai Lama, explained on the basis of 1/4 x 6" $.60 (postcard) DFDLB The Dalai Lama, Guhyasamaja, the preliminaries Man of Compassion, 5x7" Winner of the Nobel Peace such as the self-generation are $9; 8 x 10" $12 explained on the basis of Yaman- Prize, 5 x 7" $9; 8 x 10" taka, and performing offerings and $12 so forth is explained according to Heruka. This guru yoga is wide- spread within the system and most followers know it by ■ 5 ■§ ■ heart. This volume present useful tantric material unavailable else- i|i where. : Other Titles: NEW PHOTO! BRIDGING THE SUTRAS DFDLG The Dalai Lama, Man of Wisdom, AND TANTRAS, by the First 5 x 7" $9; 8 x 10" $12 Dalai Lama & Glenn H. Mullin. 288pp. #SLBKSW1 $12.95 Contains teachings on the Kalachakra Tantra, Arya Tara, and mind-training.

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IMAGES OF TIBETAN CULTURE In these full-color postcard images of Tibe- tan culture all facets of Tibetan life are represented: painters, rug weavers, singers, masked dancers, lamas and monasteries, re- ligious ceremonies, nomads, yogis, the Kalachakra Initiation in , pilgrims, SLSTC5 SLSTC16 children, statues, landscapes and more! These beautiful photos are of Tibetans in exile and SLSTC32 Woman with Prayer Wheels of Tibet itself. SLSTC34 Jokhang Temple SLSTC35 Jokhang Rooftop Cards measure 4 1/4" x 6" and are only 60 PF^'?!J!1JJ SLSTC36 Jo Rinpoche Statue cents each. SLSTC37 Young Monk on Roof SLSTC54 SLSTC1 Statue SLSTC38 Potala Palace SLSTC2 Monastery Interior tokfl SLSTC39 Potala Rooftop SLSTC3 Thikse Monastery SLSTC40 Tashilunpo Monastery rmm SLSTC4 Tibetan Rug Weaver SLSTC41 Rebuilding of Ganden m fi n i SLSTC5 Mountain Sunset *JM \ SLSTC42 Monks of SLSTC6 Monastery Courtyard SLSTC43 Dharmachakra SLSTC7 Landscape Sunset SLSTC44 Mandala Offering SLSTC8 Smiling Lady ■fPi't SLSTC46 Chorten of Gyantse SLSTC9 Long-life Offering 1^*' ^H*?*5? f SLSTC47 Sakya Monastery SLSTC10 Dalai Lama at Kalachakra k. __ /^s^HBl SLSTC48 Milarepa's Cave SLSTC11 Tibetan Pilgrim SLSTC44 SLSTC4 SLSTC49 SLSTC12 Masked Dancer SLSTC50 Monastery SLSTC66 SLSTC13 Tibetan Man & Child ir SLSTC51 SLSTC14 Tibetan Monk in Prayer SLSTC52 Tibetan Women SLSTC16 Potala Palace r SLSTC53 Statue (Si SLSTC17 Young Tibetan Monk SLSTC54 Woman with Headdress SLSTC18 Potala from Back Side SLSTC55 SLSTC19 White Masked Dancer 1 SLSTC56 Woman Chanting — i n if— SLSTC20 Tibetan Lamas i mYfiN SLSTC57 Monk in Meditation SLSTC21 Red-Masked Dancer ■ Tl 5 SLSTC59 Horseman ■ SLSTC23 Tibetan Horseman SLSTC60 Yak 5 BBBBBS^ils—-555 SLSTC24 Elderly Man with SLSTC61 Nomadic Tent SLSTC25 Bashful Khampa Girl SLSTC62 Ceremonial Tent SLSTC26 Tibetan Thangka Painter SLSTC63 Monks Debating s , ■ ■' Cl SLSTC46 SLSTC27 Tibetan Mask ■ SLSTC64 Potala Stairs SLSTC28 Swayambhu Dorje B* SLSTC65 View from Jokhang Roof SLSTC29 Tibetan Ngakpa SLSTC60 SLSTC19 SLSTC66 Young Monks Studying SLSTC30 Woman with Dog SLSTC68 Chorten Detail SLSTC31 High Lamas at Kalachakra SLSTC69 Golden Buddha

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IMAGES OF LOST TIBET #PMBEP & FACES OF TIBET PMBE Tibet, as it was prior to the Chinese invasion, is no more. Most of the religious culture as it appeared prior to the 1950's was destroyed leaving only hints of what was once one of the most spiritual societies on Earth. Tibet is now POSTERSI opening to tourists but what visitors will not find is the thousands of beautiful monaster- These posters can only be sent to HAYAGRIVA POSTER 19 x 25" ies which flourished on the mountain sides, North American customers #JMH $8 filled with several hundred thousand monks because of damage problems. SLSC11 SLSC51 Stunning photo of one of the best and nuns—a rugged and happy culture of a They also must go only by the US statues from the Jacques Marchais people who lived their lives in a free and reli- Post Office. Museum of Tibetan Art. The following two Snow Lion gious atmosphere. KALACHAKRA SAND MAN- Fifteen very high-quality black and white Posters are high-quality, full-color ■ j DALA POSTER, 24 x 35" ;-'*'•: reproductions which measure 20 postcard images—5 revealing the Tibetan Bl r #SYKP $15 character and 10 of the best pictures from the r x 25 1 2" (including border): g^V^Bi %-4ra* The large full color photo Newark Museum's collection of rare photo- hst POTALA PALACE, #SLPOPP reproduction of sand mandala con- graphs of old Tibet—are available in this se- $8 structed in the American Museum ries of cards. *Fv£gSp7V- •:*. ^yjgj One of the most outstanding pic- "rifc?fe of Natural History, New York Cards measure 4 1/4" x 6" and are only 60 j£3 SEJ \ tures of the Potala Palace we've City. cents each. 53 BUS.-. * seen. SLSC7 VAJRADHARA POSTER 24 x IMAGES OF LOST TIBET JOWO SHAKYAMUNI 36" #DRP01 $20 SLSC1 Tibetan from Chamdo BUDDHA STATUE, #SLPOBS It is truly a beautiful poster, with SLSC2 Monks Sounding Trumpets $8 fine gold ink. Stunning view of this sacred statue SLSC3 Tibetan Nomad Tent WHEEL OF LIFE, 17 x 24" located in the Jokhang Temple in SLSC4 Norbu Linga & #THPRWL $10.95 Lhasa. It is the focal point of Tibe- SLSC5 Officials During Losar The best painting of this famous tan prayers and pilgrimages. SLSC7 Potala During Losar image that we have seen. SLSC8 Tantric Meditator BONPO LAMA NAMGYAL GARUDA POSTERS $7 ea. SLSC9 Tibetan Men & Horses ANGDU 17 x 26" #DLBL $10 Fine quality posters of three SLSC10 Mani Stones—Tibet-China border A meditating Bonpo Lama in important images. SLSC11 Wife of Tibetan Governor traditional religious dress pho- GAPOl Amitabha in Dewachen tographed at Samung Monastery, FACES OF TIBET GAP02 Kalachakra Deity Dolpo, Nepal. B & W Very SLSC51 Nomad Yogi GAP03 Kalachakra Mandala SLSC52 Yogi of Milarepa Tradition powerful and atmospheric. SLSC53 Woman with Prayer Beads BUDDHA EYES, 24 x 36" SLSC54 Young Tibetan Girl SLSC54 SLSC53 #PMBEP $5 SLSC55 Yeshi Dorje, Weather Controller Mind-stopping close-up of the eyes of a Tibetan Buddhist statue.

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THARPA BODHISATTVA CARDS THARPA FINE ART #THBC $8.95 for set Painted by Lama DEITY CARDS Jamyang These superb fine art cards depict some of the Atisha, Shantideva, Nagarjuna, Chandrakirti, most important figures of Tibetan Buddhist , Geshe Chekhawa, Geshe Langri iconographic art. The cards measure 4x6" Tangpa, . and sell for $.90 ea. They have been beauti- fully reproduced in full color and high gloss finish. THARPA DEITY CARDS $.90 THARPA GREETING CARDS ea. $2.00 ea. w/envelope Painted by THC1 Shakyamuni Buddha Robert Beer, 5x7" THC2 Avalokiteshvara THGC1 Wish-fulfilling Tree THC3 Manjushri THGC2 Lotus THC4 Vajrapani THGC3 Eight Auspicious THC6 White Tara Symbols THC7 Amitabha THGC4 Dragon & Tiger THC8 Amitayus THGC5 Offering Goddess Chandrakirti THC9 Medicine Buddha THC10 Je Tsongkhapa :;.,::::,-,. , .' THC11 Vajradhara w/Consort ¥ THC12 Vajrasattva w/Consort THC13 Yamantaka NEW! THC14 Heruka NOTECARDS! THC15 Vajrayogini ! mmsmms These great cards are 5 x 7" and cost THC16 Mahakala $1.50 ea. ! SHOTUN FESTIVAL #AM906 THC17 Guyhasamaja > * W l|f > v: ' THC18 Vajradharma JL Jk i CHIN & MT. KAILAS #AM901 VILLAGE WOMEN #AM904 THC19 Maitreya ,^

PORTRAIT! KALU RINPOCHE, 5 x 7" $9; 8 x 10" #DFKR$12 Remember this exquisite teacher with #DFKR this very candid photograph. TIBETAN POSTAGE AND MONEY NOTECARD, #TMC $9.25 for set of 10. This unusual card illustrates that Tibet had its own currency and postal system prior to 1959.

fRBMD KALACHAKRA SAND MANDALA MASKED DANCERS OF NAM- POSTCARD, #SYKC $.75 GYAL MONASTERY, Set of 5 post- Full-color photo reproduction of sand cards #RBMD $4 mandala constructed in the American Skeleton dancers, deer, old man, protec- Museum of Natural History, New York tors in full costume. These are very City. handsome and sales help support the monastery. POMEGRANATE NOTECARDS $1 ea. with envelope PMBE Buddha Eyes PMPF Prayer Flags WINC8 #TMC SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 24 CHILDREN'S BOOKS CHILDREN'S BOOKS

AWBTQmOPtiBBJ BOOK: THE LAND of MOTHER SNOWS TERESA

THE YEAR OF TIBET KALACHAKRA FOR WORLD PEACE H.H. THE DALAI LAMA NEW YORK CITY 1991 L

THE ' HUNGRY TIGRESS In celebration of the "Year of Tibet," His Holiness J* The Dalai Lama will confer the Kalachakra In- fOSEPH CORNELL

itiation (Oct. 21-23rd) and give preliminary SHARING NATURi' *»' teachings on the Guide to the Bodhisattva's WITH CHILDREN Way of Life (Oct. 16-19th). NEW! $12.95 and are suitable for ages 10 A practical, accessible guide to the There will also be teachings on THE NATURE OF WORKBOOK & TEACHER'S and up. spiritual development of children MIND from Oct. 12-15th by representatives of GUIDE ON TIBET, by Yvonne THE DALAI LAMA: The from infancy to adolescence. Writ- the five traditions of Tibet: Pibum. 50pp. #YPW $6.50 for leader of the exiled people of ten with no particular religious two booklets. Tibet and tireless worker for perspective, it draws on the great Kyabje Sakya Trizin Rinpoche—Sakya Lineage These photocopied workbooks can world peace. #GSDL Eastern and Western religious tra- be used by teachers or parents as ditions and aims at helping parents Ven. Truishik Rinpoche—Nyingma Lineage MOTHER TERESA: Her mis- an educational activity book for sion to serve God by caring for to effectively communicate Ven. Tenga Rinpoche—Kagyu Lineage introducing Tibetan culture. Ideal the poor. #GSMT spiritual ideas to their children. as prep for a visit to a Tibetan art David Carroll has degrees from PRINCE SIDDHARTHA, by Ven. Tara Rinpoche—Geluk Lineage exhibit. Harvard and Columbia and is the Landaw & Brooke. Color draw- Ven. Lopon Tenzin Namdhak—Bon Lineage NEW! ings, #WIBKPS $15.95 author of twenty-two books. THE HUNGRY TIGRESS: A delightful children's book on TARA'S COLORING BOOK, We are pleased to announce that the Ven. Buddhist Legends & Jataka the life of . by Andy Weber & Nigel Wellings. Sogyal Rinpoche will translate for Ven. Truishik Tales, by Rafe Martin. 288pp. 12 line drawings, oversize, #PAHT $15 SAINT GEORGE AND THE Rinpoche. DRAGON, by Margaret Hodges, #WITCB $7.95 Respect, love, courage, persever- A book of twelve exquisite line ance, humor, and faith are the illus. by Trina Hyman. 32 beauti- For further information, contact: drawings of famous Tibetan icons. universal mesages of these stories, fully illus. pages, ages 4-10. Tibet House, Dept. Kalachakra, retold here by famous storyteller #LBSG $14.95 Buddha, Chenrezig, Tara, Man- 636 Broadway 12th Floor Rafe Martin. This is the widest Set in the days when monsters and jushri and others with instructions selection of Jataka tales (stories of giants and fairy folk lived in on how to color the drawings. NY, NY 10012 • 212-353-8823 the Buddha's earlier births) cur- England, this classic and well- TIBET, by Bobbie Kalrnan. 32pp., loved tale recounts the battle rently available. 33 full-color photos, 8 1/2x11," between Saint George and the ages 8 to 14, #CTT $7.95 THE LAND OF SNOWS, by Dragon—a creature so huge and Christopher Gibb. 93 pp., many fearsome that his tail swept the Candid, intimate photographs illustrations and photos, #POLOS, land behind him for almost half a highlight this study of Tibetan cul- $6.95 mile. The exquisitely detailed ture and daily life. The photos are This , written for drawings and powerful story make excellent and the whole book is TO THE children up to 15 years old, is a this book a classic. very inviting to look at and read. concise, colorful and lively TINTIN IN TIBET, by Herge. LION introduction to the history and SHARING NATURE WITH THRONE daily life of the Tibetan people. CHILDREN, by Joseph Cornell. 62pp. #LBTT $6.95 The Tibetan Children's Village 143pp. #GTSNC $6.95 Tintin meets intrigue, lamas, yaks Puts the emphasis on developing The Story of published this book. and yeti in rugged Tibet. the heart and intuitive qualities to TO THE LION THRONE, by the Fourteenth THE MOUNTAINS OF stimulate joyful, enlightening Whitney Stewart. 55pp. TIBET, by Mordicai Gerstein. experiences. What is taught is Dalai Lama #SLBKTLT $8.95 Color illus., 7 and up, #HRMT patience, awareness, empathy, "Offers a fine introduction to the Whitney Stewart $4.95 trust, and concentration in whole- In a tiny village, high in the moun- some, uncompetitive games. life and teachings of the fourteenth tains of Tibet, lives a woodcutter. Dalai Lama, spiritual leader of Engaging and en- All his life he has longed to travel SHARING THE JOY OF Tibet. Intr-woven are short tales chanting biography to faraway places, to see the world. NATURE, by Joseph Cornell. about the culture and people of 209pp. #GTSJN $9.95 But he grows old without ever Tibet. The Dalai Lama always of the Dalai Lama for A treasury of new games and leaving the mountain. When he says, "If you can't help people, at children (ages nine dies, he is offered the chance to activities for both adults and chil- dren. least don't hurt them."—Skipping and up). The story live another life, in any form he Stones wants, anywhere in the galaxies. SPINNING INWARD: Using follows the life of the Carefully he decides.. .and finds Guided Imagery with Children young, spirited boy who became a monk at age himself in a place he never thought for Learning, Creativity & Relax- he would choose. ation, by Maureen Murdoch. three and moved into the Potala Palace in Lhasa 158pp., 7 1/2 x 11". #SHSI $17.95 installed as spiritual leader of Tibet. He became People Who Have "Spinning Inward can be the crit- both the spiritual and political leader of his peo- Helped the World ical event in children's lives as it gives them ways to open to poten- ple by age fifteen and then won the Nobel Peace This is an excellent series that describes the lives of extraordinary tials of mind and body that will Price in 1989. It will leave a lasting impression on people who held strong beliefs, gready enhance their capacities for learning and discovery."—Jean and acted on those beliefs with young readers. Houston ISBN 0-937938-75-0, Illus. courage and commitment for the SPIRITUAL PARENTING, by Biography/Juvenile Literature benefit of the world. They are cloth bound and contain many David Carroll. 416pp., #PGSP Snow Lion Publications $8.95 photos in color and B&W. Each is $12.95

SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 25 HEALTH & FITNESS/COOKBOOKS HEALTH & FITNESS COOKBOOKS THE ART OF TIBETAN MED- FOUNDATIONS OF TIBE- on American eating habits as seen ICAL URINALYSIS: A Do-It- TAN MEDICINE, by E. Finckh. from the viewpoint of a Tibetan Snow Lion is pleased to offer some Yourself Technique, Dr. Lobsang Vol. 1, 104pp. #ELFTM1 $17; physician... is a theoretical and of the very finest vegetarian Rapgay, Ph.D.. 76pp. #TMATU Vol. 2, Second Edition, 126pp. inspirational book that offers a (mostly) cookbooks for those of $7.00 #ELFTM2 $17 grand overview and some practi- you who would like to experience delectable and non-violent cuisine. BACK TROUBLE: A New Vol. 1: Study and System of Tibe- cal information."—The Journal of Approach to Prevention and tan Medicine, Healthy and Dis- Traditional Acupuncture THE GREENS COOKBOOK: Recovery, b\ Deborah Calplan eased Organisms MIND AND MENTAL Extradordinary Vegetarian Cui- 170pp., illus. #BPBT $9.95 Vol. 2: System and Nine Dis- HEALTH IN TIBETAN MEDI- sine from the Celebrated Restau- The techniques described in this ciplines of Tibetan Medicine, CINE, 61pp. #POMMH $5.95 rant. 396pp. #DDGC $22.95 cloth book are remarkably effective in Diagnosis, Therapy, Constitu- Three excellent essays are con- A rare book that truly represents the treatment and prevention of tional Types tained here: Mind and Mental Dis- a revolution in cooking. Here are the recipes that created the boldly back and neck disorders. Written HANDBOOK OF TRADI- orders in Tibetan Medicine by original and highly successful res- by a well-known Alexander Tech- TIONAL TIBETAN DRUGS: Sonam Topgay and Mark Epstein, taurant on San Francisco Bay. nique professional of 22 years. Their Nomenclature, Composi- Sleep and the Inner Landscape by This book caters to everyone who tion, Use, and Dosage, by T.J Dr. Dhonden, Mind-Made Health: BEYOND THE DEVILS IN seeks delight in cooking and eat- Tsarong. 101pp. #TMHTD $5 a Tibetan Perspective by Dr. Lob- THE WIND, Dorris Still. 141pp., ing. Using an extraordinary range 66 photos & illus., #SBBD $16.95 Gives the composition of 175 sang Rapgay. popular Tibetan natural drugs. of fresh ingredients in imaginative cloth STAYING HEALTHY WITH and delicious ways, it shows how The exciting story of Dr. Albert THE HEALING BUDDHA, by THE SEASONS, by Elson Haas, to present a feast for the eyes as Shelton, the first American med- Raoul Bimbaum. 318pp., illus. M.D. 252pp., illustrated, 8 x 10" well as for the palate. ical doctor to venture into the for- #SHHB $15.95 #TSSH $9.95 This is the study of the Healing MIND bidding and isolated Land of This is one of the most popular of , m ' THE Snows, told by his daughter, Buddha, who specializes in the the new health books. It contains Dorris Still, who was born in healing of illnesses of all kinds, a balanced blend of Western and MENTAL HEALTH .GRF&FON China and raised in Tibet until she psychological and physical. Dis- Eastern medicines, nutrition, her- IN BAKER}7 was sixteen. Relates the Shelton cussed are the role of healing in bology, exercise, and a wealth of TIBETAN MEDICINE family's background and travels Buddhism, the various Buddhas other health topics. An excellent . COOKBOOK that led them to the Eastern Tibe- and scriptures involved in this textbook on preventative medicine tan city of Batang, where Dr. Shel- process, and the rituals through that has been used in many GOURJMET SPECIALTIES ton established the first Western- which curative power is released. courses. style hospital in Tibet's history. ffipVf THE NEW! TIBETAN BUDDHIST MEDI- lENQOMMUNH CANCER AND CONSCIOUS- THE HEALING HERBS: The CINE AND PSYCHIATRY, by \OF NEW YORK] NESS, by Barrv Bryant. 240pp. Ultimate Guide to the Curative Terry Clifford. #WETBM $12.95 #SPCC $16.95 Power of Nature's Medicines, by Now in Paperback! Cancer and Consciousness is about Michael Castleman. 448pp., 100 Presented here is a comprehensive dialogue—the patient's inner dia- illus., large format #RPHH $26.95 and clearly laid-out introduction to logue with himself and his disease, cloth the Tibetan art of healing. In dialogue between doctor or healer This book reviews world-wide straightforward language, the THE GREYSTON BAKERY scientific literature (especially author discusses the many compo- and patient, dialogue between COOKBOOK: Gourmet from Japan and Germany) on nents of Tibetan Buddhist often competitive healing tech- Specialties from the Zen Com- which herbs really work and how medicine—its religious, philosoph- niques, but first and foremost the munity of New York, by Helen to use them safely. Featured are ical and psychological foundations, meta-dialogue of soul and body, of Glassman & Susan Postal. 148 pp., East and West. Bryant guides us 100 readily obtainable herbs, many its history and deities, its tantric of which are common in house- illus. #SHGBC $9.95 through fascinating and provoca- and ritual aspects, meditations for "Eighty scrumptious recipes. All tive dialogues with fifteen of the holds. Contains easy-to-follow healing and views on dying, and directions for preparing and using are easy to prepare, and the spec- world's greatest cancer researchers its humoral theory and unusual tacular results belie their simplic- and healers including Elisabeth each herb as well as a listing of methods of diagnosis and cure. conditions and symptoms with the ity."— Bon Appetit Kubler-Ross, Julian Beck, Bernie TIBETAN MEDICJ^tBl A The superb cakes, cookies, pas- Siegel, and His Holiness the Dalai herbs that are useful for treating that condition. WhoUstic^A~--~r^oUTJtter tries, pies, and breads in this Lama. cn^?S,^^-!?r^apgay, book—made with mindfulness 5 NEW! HEALTH THROUGH BAL- -*rpp-"?TMTM $7.00 and care by the Zen monks who ANCE: An Introduction to Tibe- DOLMA & DOLKAR: Mother YOU CAN RELIEVE PAIN, by run the Greyston Bakery—contain & Daughter of Tibetan Medi- tan Medicine, by Dr. Yeshi Don- Ken Dachman & John Lyons. rich natural ingredients that will den, Ed. & Trans, by Jeffrey cine, by Tashi Tsering Josayma & 161pp., #HRYRP $18.95 cloth satisfy the most demanding gour- K. Dhondup. 76 pp. #MLDD Hopkins. 252 pp. #SLBKHTB Are you one of the many who suf- iitflfSl met tastes. $7.95 $12.95 fer daily from the chronic pain of Here is an account of the life and "I think this book is going to be arthritis, back injuries, migraines, work of one of the most famous the best work on Tibetan medicine cancer, or ther afflictions? If so, 7 Tibetan medical families. Dr. ever to appear in English."—Dr. here are simple but effective Lobsang Dolma passed away in Barry Clark methods, using the proven tech- liillliiMilll Dec. 1989, but her memory and "Health Through Balance niques of guided imagery, to VEGETARIAN COOKING work live on in her daughters who represents Dr. Donden's master- relieve pain or end it altogether. In are continuing the medical tradi- ful distillation of the thousand- a study of one thousand patients tion. An unusually good overview year-old Tibetan medical tradi- who worked with these tech- of Tibetan medicine is also con- tion."—East-West Journal niques, 90% of the cases had pain tained in this book. The fascinating Tibetan medical reductions of more than half. system is over one thousands years DRAGON RISES, RED BIRD old. It has never been so clearly FLIES: Psychology & Chinese explained as in this collection of THERAPEUTIC INCENSE! Medicine, by Leon Hammer, M.D. outstanding lectures presented at 426pp. #STDR $28.95 cloth the University of Virginia in 1980. AQUILARIA-R #AQ $5.00 Leon Hammer is an American Tibetan medicine holistically A unique, entirely natural herbal doctor, psychiatrist and long-time restores and maintains balance of preparation for the relief ofstress practitioner of Chinese medicine. the body's various systems and tension. Prepared bjj^'Lob- Behind the acupuncture, herbal through a variety of treatments sang Rapgay andt)XQ0^»«ol- remedies and a complex array of which include diet and behavior istic MediraJ^Q^P^rrlndia. diagnostics, he finds a congenial modification as well as the use of Aquilaj><<^^, ^^

SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 26 I ANGIJAGE/WOMENS STUDIES LANGUAGEI WOMEN'S STUDIES ■ from Tibetan, by Joe Wilson, Jr., textbook & cas- settes, #SLBKTBT $45, forth- TURNING ■' )■ coming 1991 fcnowtng Based on the system developed by A.WHEEL Jeffrey Hopkins at the University u of Virginia, this book presents in wor MODERN SPOKEN TIBETAN lesson form, with drills and read- LHASA DIALECT ing exercises, a practical introduc- lininc i j{%^» '■; PART ONE tion to the grammar, syntax and conceptual vocabulary of the Tibe- i ICHCHY tan language used in Buddhist

works on philosophy and medita- 1 ■ tion. The book, which is accom- panied by cassettes in Tibetan for American Vfcmen Oe

Tibetan and to the central ideas of ■ ..;; Buddhist philosophy and medita- L tion. We apologize for the time it tion called Sakyadhita: Interna- SKY DANCER ENGLISH-TIBETAN DIC- has taken to complete this book. We believe it will be well worth the tional Association of Buddhist I K. 1 10 AND *->» ' TIONARY OF MODERN Of ; HI i Al >Y wait. Women. TIBETAN, by Melvyn Goldstein. Karma Lekshe Tsomo received 486pp., #UCETD $55 cloth a Master's Degree in Asian Studies The first scholarly dictionary of its from the University of Hawaii in kind by the world's leading lex- 1971 and studied for five years at icographer of modern Tibetan. It the Library of Tibetan Works and is essential for everyone who wants tEMININE GROUND |~ Archives, Dharamsala. She to write or speak modern Tibetan. i ss.ivs on Women and Tint! ■ received bhiksuni in With its 16,000 main entries and 1982, and is currently studying at 29,000 subentries, ranging from the Institute of Buddhist Dialec- the technical and scholarly to the tics in Dharamsala. idiomatic and colloquial, this is the best dictionary available for SKY DANCER: The Secret Life and Songs of the Lady Yeshe modern Tibetan. Tsogyel, by Dowman. 350pp. ENGLISH-TIBETAN- #RKPSD $12.95 CHINESF. DICTIONARY, Tashi The spiritual practices and evolu- Tshering. 1233pp., #ETCD $45 tion of the famous woman saint cloth Yeshe Tsogyel. ate* 23 The first listing is in English, so combined insights and experiences teaching Buddhism in America. THE SPIRAL PATH: Essays it is very easy to find the Tibetan of more than 85 women represent- and Chinese equivalents. 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SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 27 BIOGRAPHY/HISTORY & POLITICS BIOGRAPHIES HISTORY & POLITICS the Buddha's life, slowly and gently over the course of 80 years and 600 pages, partly through the The Status of Tibet eyes of Svasti, the buffalo boy who provided kusha grass for the History, Rights, and Prospects Buddha's enlightenment cushion, in International Law and partly through the eyes of the Buddha himself. It brings to life the story of the Buddha in a most Michael C. van Walt van Praag vibrant way. PRINCESS IN THE LAND OF SNOWS, bv Jamyang Sakya & Julie Emery. 288pp., #SHPLS $14.95 This is a vivid firsthand account of life in pre-Communist Tibet. It is the story of a determined woman who overcame great obstacles in order to achieve religious freedom. Westview Press Jamyang Sakya married into one of the country's most powerful ADVENTURES OF A TIBE- context of the age in which he lived families, the Sakya, spiritual A BRIEF ACCOUNT OF 1500 This is the story of the Tibetan refu- TAN FIGHTING MONK, com- and with the political and social advisers of Kublai Khan and for YEARS OF TIBETAN HIS- gees who resettled in Nepal. piled by Hugh Richardson. 135pp., conditions which made his mission years rulers of most of Central TORY, Louis Magrath King. 51 pp. Because of the unique confluence of #POAFM $8.95 possible and permitted its success. Asia. #POBA $3.00. eastern & western influences here, This engaging story tells the life of This is a truly interesting book. THE SUPERHUMAN LIFE ESSENTIAL ENVIRONMEN- the refugees are forced to make Tashi Khedrup prior to 1959: born HOUSE OF THE TUR- OF GESAR OF LING, Trans, by TAL MATERIALS ON TIBET, choices that more isolated refugees into a rural Tibetan village isolated QUOISE ROOF, by Dorje Yutok, Alexandra David-Neel & Lama by the International Campaign for have yet to encounter. Their efforts from the modern world; ordained Edited by Michael Harlin, Fore- Yongden, Foreword by Chogyam Tibet. 72 pp. #ICEEM $5 to balance the age-old traditions of as a young boy into one of the word by Heinrich Harrer, 300 pp., Trungpa Rinpoche. 271pp. Articles on deforestation, exploi- Tibetan culture with the pressures great monasteries; maturing in a photos #SLBKHTR $14.95 #SHSLG $14.95 tation of natural resources and and opportunities of an increasingly special realm of this powerful reli- A unique account of the fascinat- The legendary adventures of a industry, grasslands and overgraz- mechanized world are thus a har- gious cosmos—the world of the ing life of upper-class Lhasa. great, fearless warrior-king are ing, wildlife, nuclear and toxics, binger of future challenges to be Dob-dob, the 'fighting monks' of This very frank and thoughtful recounted in this Tibetan national conservation strategies as well as faced by all Tibetans. Tibet. 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To Lhasa and Beyond is a fas- cinating account of Tibet as it was prior to the upheavals following India A | the Chinese take-over in 1959. a travel survival kit Prof. Tucci takes the reader along .JOURNEY! the roads he followed in 1949 and IN -' : reveals the people, religion, art, LALWCHj customs and landscape of a coun- try that very few Westerners ever ANDREW I had the opportunity to see—Tibet THE YEAR OF TIBET HARVEY was a free country and its high civilization was intact. Intimate in style, this book vividly captures for the reader Prof. Tucci's experiences in Tibet. Not only is it entertaining, it is also enriched by his vast knowledge of Tibetan art and culture. 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SECRET VISIONS OF THE woven together the firsthand FIFTH DALAI LAMA: The accounts of the early expeditions EARLY Gold Manuscript in the Fournier (from Younghusband's to Lhasa in "fEMPUES Collection, by Samten Gyaltsen 1904 through Heinrich Harrer's in Karmay. Measures 10 x 14 1/2", 1952), adding remarkable early 260pp. (104pp. color illus.) photographs—few of which have #SPSV $190 ever before been seen—to bring to This beautifully painted tantric life the discovery of Lhasa and the manuscript recounts the visionary various ancient religious ceremo- experiences of the Great Fifth nies, festivals, and customs of a Dalai Lama, Ngawang Lobzang unique civilization. Gyatso (1617-1682). A new discov- TIBETAN COLLECTION: ery, it was hitherto totally con- Sculpture and Painting, by Valrae cealed from Tibetans and others Reynolds, Amy Heller, Janet alike. Recently acquired for the Gyatso. 208 pp. #NM-3 $20 Fournier Collection, it is only now Contains photos of sculpture, that this extraordinary document including metal, wood, ivory, lac- has come to light and is available quer, stone and clay; thangkas, for study. including painted, appliqued and The Fifth Dalai Lama was a embroidered examples; wall paint- skillful politician and outstanding ings; and iconography, including ARTISTIC FORM AND YOGA the relations between Tibet and NOMADS OF WESTERN statesman. With the publication of body positions, gestures, and sym- IN THE SACRED IMAGES OF China during the Yuan rule of the TIBET: The Survival of a Way of the Gold Manuscript, another bols associated with deities. Janet INDIA, by Heinrich Zimmer. country in the fourteenth century. Life. 192pp., 190 color photos, aspect of the life of this great ruler Gyatso has written an excellent 320pp., 30 pages of plates. #PRAF The nine-storeyed stupa of #UCNWT $17.95 paper is now unveiled: an inner world of chapter on "Image as Presence: $14.95 Riwoche with its many painted For 16 months between 1986-88, profound mysticism, magical The Place of Art in Tibetan Reli- This is the clearest introduction to chaples record the art of the 14th Melvyn Goldstein and Cynthia powers and often disturbing the- gious Thinking." the essence of Indian art and yoga and 15th centuries. This book Beall lived and studied in a com- ophanic visions. TIBETAN THANGKA PAINT- for both the specialist and general containss a very rare collection of munity of roughly 300 western The manuscript is thus also a ING: Methods & Materials, by reader. It unfolds the meaning of art and is recommended by us. Tibetan nomads. This copiously precise manual of ritual practice David P. & Janice A. Jackson with mandalas and yantras. "The book THE HIMALAYAN JOURNEY illustrated book is an intimate and and ritual paraphernalia as well as appendix by Robert Beer. 216pp. is as vital today as it was the year OF BUDDHISM, by Nancy M. fascinating account of these a unique artistic masterpiece. 8-1/4" x 11-3/4" #SLBKTTP it was written, still unmatched for Gettelman. 96pp., 133 photos in remarkable people, of their tradi- TEMPLE, HOUSEHOLD, $24.95 the eloquence of its recognition full-color & black & and white, tion and struggle for cultural sur- HORSEBACK: Rugs of the ".. .An indispensable reference and celebration of this inspiration oversize. NGHJB $14.95 vival. 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They were used in valuable guidelines for thangka Published by China Books, this Kelly & Patricia Roberts. 204pp., fascinating details painted by two temples, in homes of rich and poor painting using modern techniques collection captures some of the 10 x 10," 200 full-color illus. obviously curious, scientifically- most beautiful art to be found at alike, and on horseback. The rugs and materials. The highly #ABK $49.95 minded, observant explorers... the Buddhist Monasteries in are notable for their supreme, respected thangka painter, Robert This is another great photography the pictures here are grand."— The Tibet. Divided into sections cover- lively sense of rhythm and color. Beer, has also added many line book from Abbeville. Kath- Fessenden Review ing architecture, sculpture, paint- This books contains rugs from the drawings of the primary deities to mandu, one of the most exotic and Tibetan culture, just before its show the geometrical proportions. ing, relics and monastic activities. extensive destruction during the first major exhibition devoted cosmopolitan cities is captured exclusively to Tibetan rugs which Tibetan Thangka Painting is the The text is written from the Chi- Chinese occupation, is evoked in here in all its charming facets: took place at the Texile Museum first detailed description of the nese viewpoint of Tibet. these 131 rare and handsome pho- lamas and pilgrims, mountains in Wash., D.C. techniques and principles of the BUDDHIST ICONOGRAPHY, and valleys, copper roofs, tographs. A Portrait of Lost Tibet sacred art of Tibetan scroll paint- THREE KINGDOMS ON THE by Tibet House. 247pp. plus 73 merchants, natives, the religions gives an unforgettable glimpse into ing. This book presents, step-by- ROOF OF THE WORLD: Bhu- plates, #TIBI $18.95. and temples. this exotic land, as recorded by step, the techniques by which a tan, Nepal, Ladakh, by Robert Buddhist iconography holds an Brooke Dolan and Ilya Tolstoy thangka is made, from the prepa- LHASA: Tibet's Forbidden City, Apte. 128pp., oversized, 147 full- unique position in the spiritual (grandson of the writer), as they ration of the canvas to the final by Ckristine & Frank Brignoli. color photos. #PATK $35 and cultural life and tradition of traveled through the country in application of the sacred syllables 107pp., 11 x 11 1/2", 79 color The beautiful photographs and the Tibetan people. Its study is 1942 on a diplomatic mission for behind each completed figure. illustrations #SLBKL $29.95 engaging text draw us into the one of the best ways of under- the Allies. Their ten-month trek It includes a description of the cloth heart of this traditional culture, standing Buddhism. 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JAMMU & LADAKH, by Jaya sis on the majestic Pota'la Palace, plateau offer a poignant glimpse of TIBET, by Pietro F. Mele; intro. by A wealth of drawings and pho- Jaitly & Kamal Sahai. 228pp., 170 the lively Barkhor area, the sacred what once was."— The Washington Michael C. van Walt van Praag tographs illustrates each step, and full-color photos, 10 x 10" #ABC Jokhang temple, Norbulingka Times 9 1/2x9 1/2," B&W Photos, the many line drawings of symbols $55 cloth Summer Palace of the Dalai "This may be the finest pictorial #SLBKT $7.95 cloth (was $25) and motifs will greatly aid artists, Crafts introduces us to the almost Lama, and the massive Drepung representation to date of Tibetan "Mr. Mele deserves to be con- and serve as a unique sourcebook unbelievable creativity of this and Sera Monasteries. culture and customs."—Religious gratulated for bringing out this for designers. region's people. In this sophisti- Christine & Frank Brignoli are Humanism album. I am impressed with his ' 'Absolutely incredible book, cated and splendidly illustrated photojournalists who have lived Rosemary Jones Tung, Professor book and feel confident that it will highly recommended."—Circle of book, scholars and artists with an many years in the Middle East and of Oriental Art History and stu- give a glimpse of Tibet to those Light intimate knowledge of the area traveled extensively in Asia and dent of Tibetan Buddhism, has who have not visited our coun- THE TIGER RUGS OF write about the lives of Buddhist, Europe. They currently reside in traveled widely in the Far East and try."—His Holiness the Dalai TIBET, ed. by Mimi Lipton. Hindu and Muslim craftspeople, Egypt. was a curator of the Jacques Mar- Lama 191pp., large format, 108 color their methods of production and Pietro Francesco Mele is NEW! chais Center of Tibetan Art. plates and 50 illustrations, the historical context of their regarded as one of the world's #WNTRT $50 designs. THE MONASTERIES OF THE THE RELIGION OF ART, by most outstanding photographers. HIMALAYAS: Tibet, Bhutan, Sangharakshita. 170pp., #SBRA, Owned by the Tibetan elite, who EARLY TEMPLES OF CEN- He was the official photographer Ladakh & Sikkim, by Suzanne $11.95 used them both to sit on and to TRAL TIBET, by Roberto Vitali. of an Italian expedition through cover their luggage on journeys, Held. 10 x 12" #MLMH $40 True religion and true art should 208 pp, 85 color plates, 25 b&w India to Tibet led by Professor tiger rugs are very rare—there are An unusually good photographic both aim to expand our conscious- photos, large format #SPET $65 Giuseppe Tucci, one of the greatest possibly fewer than two hundred account of Himalayan Buddhist ness, to give access to states of cloth authorities on Tibetan history, in existence. Here are 108 of them monasteries. Suzanne Held por- heightened awareness. This book records little-known literature and religion. This oppor- in full color and accompanied by trays in large photographs the monuments and artistic styles that THE SACRED MOUNTAIN tunity gave Mele a unique oppor- four essays by specialists on car- monastic life, art, architecture, have barely survived the effects of OF TIBET: On Pilgrimage to tunity to partake of Tibetan life. pet art. rituals, dances and colorful fes- Mount Kailas, by Russell Johnson This book presents a series of time and the Chinese occupation. WHITE LOTUS: An Introduc- The photographs are of Tibetan tivals of the Tibetan people in this & Kerry Moran. 128pp., 116 color photos that exemplify Tibetan cul- region. plates, 8 3/4x10 1/2", #ITSMT, ture. Each page frames a facet of tion to Tibetan Culture, Ed. by Buddhist paintings and statues in Carole Elchert. 240pp., 38 color half-a-dozen temples. Kachu MY TIBET, by the Dalai Lama & $19.95 paper the Tibetan people and Tibetan Spectacular photography and vivid landscape. and 70 black & white illus. 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His photos of Tibet for more than a thousand years. drastically altered the face of Tibet's culture until recent times. are unlike any we've seen before. Johnson's magnificent photo- Tibet, making this book's record A little-known chaple in the Jok- They are remarkable in quality graphs depict an awe-inspiring historically valuable as well as hang Temple provides evidence for and composition. His Holiness has landscape and reveal the vitality artistically beautiful. the early history of this famous site written the captions for the photos and determination of the pilgrims. TIBET: A Lost Civilization, by up to the 12th century when the and also six essays about world Moran describes their path in Simon Normanton. 192pp., b&w various Tibetan religious schools peace, the environment, the mean- which every step has its own leg- photos throughout, 8 1/4 x 11". were established. 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ADVICE FROM A SPIRITUAL monism akin to Hindu thought. delusion up to the attainment of Rast, and Ann Belford Ulanov now been translated by Jeffrey FRIEND, by Geshe Rabten and "King's work combines Budd- . It also includes a examine the significance of the Hopkins and Kensur Lekden."— Geshe Dhargyey. #WIBKASF hological detail with relevant detailed biography of Longchen Christ from the Catholic contem- Prof. David Kornito, Journal of the $8.95 philosophical concepts and dis- Rabjam. plative tradition, depth psychol- American Academy of Religion tinctions. Buddha nature is one of ANTHOLOGY OF WELL- Tulku Thondup Rinpoche was ogy, and liberal Protestantism. A COMPENDIUM OF WAYS the most important concepts in SPOKEN ADVICE ON THE born in 1939 in Eastern Tibet. At H.H. the Dalai Lama, Robert OF KNOWING, A-kya Yong-dzin Mahayana Buddhism."—Frank J. GRADED PATHS OF THE age four he was identified as the Thurman, and Luis Gomez inves- Yangchen Gawai Lodro. 67 pp. Hoffman. MIND, by Geshe Ngawang Dhar- of a great Lama named tigate the significance of the Bod- #LTCWK $2.95 THE BODHGAYA INTER- Konme Khenpo. At six he began hisattva. gyey. 441pp. #LTWSA $14.95 A CONTINUOUS RAIN TO VIEWS 1981-85, by His Holiness his training at Dodrup Chen Mon- ART OF HAPPINESS: Teach- A COMMENTARY ON GURU BENEFIT BEINGS, by 15th the Dalai Lama, Ed. by Jose Igna- astery, and after years of study YOGA & OFFERING OF THE ings of Buddhist Psychology, by attained the degree of Dorje Karmapa. 33pp. #KKCR $5.00 Mirko Fryba. 368pp. illus., cio Cabezon. 104pp. photos, MANDALA, by Geshe Lobsang This commentary by the 15th #SLBKBI $8.95 (see Dalai Lama Lopon (Vajracarya). He has taught #SHAH, $15.95 Tharchin. 80pp. #SLBKCGY Karmapa on Tang Tong Gyalpo's section). in Indian universities and from Based on the earliest works of $7.95 work on the meditation and man- 1980-83 was a visiting scholar at Guru yoga is one of the most Buddhist psychology and philos- BREATH! YOU ARE ALIVE, by Harvard. Presently, he is writing tra of Supreme Compassion is a accessible and profound practices ophy (), this book Thich Nhat Hanh. 72 pp. #PASAB, on Tibetan Buddhism and trans- supporting text recommended for for spiritual development. By his offers advice and 30 practical tech- $6.00 lating Nyingmapa scriptures students wishing to perfect the words and living example, the niques for nurturing one's innate This is one of the main meditation under the auspices of the Budd- practice of Chenrezi. teacher serves as the representative capacity for happiness. True hap- texts of early Buddhism in a new hayana Foundation. NEW! piness, the author states, cannot be translation and commentary: "I of the Buddha's doctrines. The CRAZY WISDOM, by Chogyam manufactured or conjured up but am breathing in and making my BUDDHA NATURE: The Seed guru, as a spiritual friend, helps Trungpa. 160pp. #SHCW $13 arises spontaneously when one is whole body calm and at peace. It of Happiness, Ven. Thrangu Rin- students to discover their own Trungpa Rinpoche shows how to freed from external conditioning. is like drinking a cool glass of lem- poche. 180pp. #ESBN $13.95 Buddha-nature; by their practice Buddha Nature expounds in a sim- of guru yoga meditation the meet the challenges of life with NEW! onade on a hot day and feeling your body become cool inside. ple way the profound points of the enlightened qualities of the Bud- unconventional wisdom. "Crazy THE ART OF TANTRA, by When you breathe in, the air Uttara Tantra which form a vital dha become their own. wisdom" is an innocent state of Philip Rawson. 216pp., 169 illus., enters your body and calms all the link to Vajrayana practice. The guru yoga text used here mind that has the quality of early 25 in color #NDAT $11.95 cells of your body. At the same BUDDHISM IN THE TIBE- consists of 12 short verses which morning—fresh, sparkling, and In this comprehensive survey of time, each "cell" of your breath- TAN TRADITION: A Guide, guide the practitioner through the completely awake. Drawing on the tantric art, an engaging text and a ing becomes more peaceful and Geshe Kelsang Gyatso. 132 pp. stages of guru yoga meditation. life of Padmasambhava, he illus- striking collection of illustrations each "cell" of your mind also #RKBT $10.95 Geshe Lobsang Tharchin unfolds trates the principle of crazy wis- reveal much that is normally hid- becomes more peaceful. The three the meaning of the verses in his dom as the starting point for an den about the methods of tantra THE BUDDHIST I CHING, are one. This is the key to medita- commentary and gives precise exciting spiritual journey. and the theory behind them. Both Trans, bv Thomas Cleary. 290 pp. tion. Breathing brings the sweet instructions for their practice. THE CRYSTAL AND THE Buddhist and Indian tantra are #SHBIC $13.95 joy of meditation to you." The Buddhist I Ching is the only No matter what path one fol- WAY OF LIGHT: Sutra, Tantra explored and there is much to lows, the only way that one can and Dzogchen, by Namkhai think upon in this well-written BUDDHA MIND: An Anthol- full-length interpretation of the I ogy of Longchen Rabjam's Writ- Ching by a Chinese Buddhist actually achieve Buddhahood is Norbu, Compiled and Ed. by John book. Shane. 176pp. #RKCWL $12.95 ings on Dzogpa Chenpo, Tulku meditation master. Chih-hsu Ou- through accumulating enlighten- ARYASURA'S ASPIRATION This popular book examines the Thondup Rinpoche, Ed. by Harold i (1599-1655) offers three levels of ing power, and mandala offering is AND A MEDITATION ON various levels of the spiritual path Talbott, 482pp. #SLBKBMP interpretation: social, Buddhist, a most effective practice for this COMPASSION, by H.H. the from the point of view of the $18.95 paper, #SLBKBMC $28.95 and meditational. purpose. Dalai Lama, trans. Brian Beresford. highest teaching. cloth Here, for the first time in Eng- 148pp. #LTAA $6.95 NEW! "Tulku Thondup Rinpoche has lish, are presented the three forms CULT OF TARA: Magic and A bodhisattva's aspirational prayer BUDDHIST REFLECTIONS, performed a service of inestimable of mandala offering: Ritual in Tibet, by Beyer. 542pp. in seventy stanzas by Aryasura is by Lama . value for all serious students of • outer mandala—the symbolic #UCCT $16.95 supplemented by a rare commen- 256pp., #WEBR $14.95 Buddhist thought. One of Tibet's world • inner mandala—one's own The practices and philosophic tary. It also contains a sadhana on Written shortly before his death in greatest philosopher-sages, Kun- body • secret mandala—the offer- basis of tantra and in particular the the inseparability of the spiritual 1985, Lama Govinda provides a mkhyen Klong-chen-pa is here ing of the two minds, that of the Tara Tantra are featured: initiation master and Avalokiteshvara, and a rich overview of Buddhism with made accessible to the specialist altruistic aspiration to enlighten- and ritual service; offerings, discourse by the Dalai Lama on much food for thought for the and interested non-specialist in a ment and the wisdom that per- praises and prayer. Also described the activation of compassion and Western student. manner that is authoritative, com- ceives emptiness. This last offer- is the tradition of Tara and its bodhicitta (includes Tibetan text). CHANDRAKIRTI'S SEVEN- prehensive and clear.. This book ing is reserved for tantric ramifications in monastic ASPIRATIONS JOURNAL, fills a major gap."—Matthew Kap- FOLD REASONING, by Wilson. practitioners. ceremony, folklore, literature, 69 pp. #LTCR $4.95 #AMAJ $7.95 stein, The University of Chicago COMPASSION IN TIBETAN magic, art, medicine and divina- An astute discussion on emptiness This is a wire-bound journal for Buddha Mind is an anthology of BUDDHISM, Trans. < Ed. by tion. and selflessness. recording reflections or taking writings on Dzogpa Chenpo Jeffrey Hopkins Co-ed. by Anne CUTTING THROUGH notes. It measures 7 x 10" and has (Dzogchen) by Longchen Rabjam CHOOSING REALITY: A Con- Klein. 263pp. #SLBKCTB $10.95 APPEARANCES: Practice and a Tibetan lama blowing a horn on (1308-1363), the most celebrated templative View of Physics and Practical methods for generating Theory of Tibetan Buddhism, by the cover. writer and adept of the Nying- the Mind, by B. Alan Wallace. compassion according to oral and Geshe Sopa & Jeffrey Hopkins. BEING NOBODY, GOING mapa School of Tibetan Bud- 216pp. #SHCR, $15.95 written traditions of Tibetan Bud- 376pp. #SLBKCTAP $15.95 NOWHERE, Ayya Khema. dhism. Dzogpa Chenpo is the How shall we understand the rela- dhism are clearly presented in this paper 192pp. #WIBKBN $12.95 innermost esoteric philosophy and tionship between reality as we compelling work. Here is an authentic presentation Based on a ten-day meditation meditation training, which until experience it and reality as science Part One: "Meditations of a of the fundamental aspects of the course in Sri Lanka by a Western recent decades was only whispered describes it? In examining this Tantric Abbot" by Kensur Lek- practice and theory of Tibetan Buddhist nun, Being Nobody, into the ears of heart-disciples by question, Alan Wallace discusses den (1900-71), former abbot of the Buddhism, set down in a beauti- Going Nowhere is full of clear, the learned masters. Dzogpa two opposing views: the 'realist' Tantric College of Lower Lhasa, ful text especially useful to those helpful instructions on meditation Chenpo employs a meditative tech- view, which argues that scientific Tibet. Intimate in style, these interested in the study and prac- and mindfulness, and all the nique which effortlessly uncovers theories represent objective reality, meditations take one through the tice of this tradition. The first part essential points of the Theravadin the emotional and intellectual and the 'instrumentalist' view, steps of cultivating altruism and of the book, a meditation manual Buddhist path. layers of the mind and instantly which states that our human con- describe in lively detail how to written by the Fourth Pan-chen awakens its essential nature, which cepts cannot presume to describe reflect on personal relationships so BEING PEACE, Thich Nhat Lama (1781-1852), covers much of is Buddha Mind or Buddhahood what exists independently of that heartfelt love and compassion Hanh. 115pp. #PABP $8.50 the daily practice of Tibetan itself. them. Finding both inadequate, are generated. Thich Nhat Hanh, poet and Zen monks and yogis. It details how to Buddha Mind has two parts. the author goes on to explore a Part Two: "Way of Compas- prepare for and how to conduct a master, was nominated by Dr. The first half of the book is an middle way between the two and sion" is a work by Tibet's great Martin Luther King, Jr. for the meditation session that contains introduction which summarizes shows the relevance for modern 14th century yogi/scholar Tsong- within it the important essentials Nobel Peace Prize. Emphasizes Buddhist teachings characterizing physics of Buddhist contemplative ka-pa entitled "Illumination of the of the entire scope of the Buddhist the importance of being peace in the common exoteric view through methods of investigating reality. Thought". In a philosophic as well path. order to make peace. to the resultant perspective and THE CHRIST AND THE as practical context the importance The second part presents a solid NEW! practice of the Dzogpa Chenpo BODHISATTVA, Donald S. of compassion at all levels is sur- introduction to the theory behind BUDDHA NATURE, by Sallie proficient. Every point is exten- Lopez, Jr. & S. C. Rockefeller, Edi- veyed, detailing its types, and the practice. Written by Gon- B. King. 205pp. #SUBN $12.95 sively illustrated with quotations tors. 274pp. #SUCB $17.95 describing the deeds motivated by chok-jik-may-wang-bo in the This is a translation and discussion from the scriptures and early writ- The contemporary significance of it. eighteenth century, it covers the of 's Buddha Nature ings. the Christ and the Bodhisattva is ".. .the Madhyamikas have, in entire spectrum of the Indian Treatise. The author defends the The second part is an anthology explored in essays by theologians the last two thousand years, schools of tenets as they were Buddha nature as being a Bud- in thirteen sections. It addresses and Buddhist scholars. Langdon created an impressive body of liter- viewed in Tibet. The topics dhist concept and not a form of topics beginning with the basis of Gilkey, Brother David Steindl- ature, an example of which has include the two truths, conscious-

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Includes critical review of contem- —Spectrum Review taught thousands of people the rank recipient of the highest NEW! porary Western interpretations of Emptiness Yoga is an absorbing fine art of relaxation, concentra- degree of traditional Tibetan DEBATE IN TIBETAN BUD- Madhyamika. and highly readable presentation tion, and stress reduction. studies from Sera Monastic DHISM, by Dan Perdue. 1025pp., THE DHARMA that Benefits of the highest development in FOUNDATIONS OF TIBE- University in Lhasa. He is now Bibliography, Notes, Index, All Beings Impartially Like the Buddhist insight. Professor Jeffrey TAN MYSTICISM, by Lama professor of South Asian Studies #SLBKDTBP #SLBKDTBC Light of the Sun and Moon, by Hopkins—considered by many to Anagarika Govinda. 331pp., many at the University of Wisconsin, $55.00 cloth July Kalu Rinpoche. 222pp. #SUD be the foremost contemporary illus. #WEFTM $12.95 near which he founded the Evam The practice and theory of $10.95 Western authority on Tibetan A thorough presentation of Tibe- Monastery and the Deer Park introductory Buddhist logic and A major collection of teachings by Buddhism—presents an in-depth, tan esoteric principles written by Center for the study of Indo- epistemology, as found in Tibetan the Venerable Kalu Rinpoche. livery exposition of the methods of a Western Kargyu monk of over 20 Tibetan Buddhism. Buddhism, is the focus of this Covered are: , women, realization of the Middle Way years. The inner meaning of man- Jeffrey Hopkins is professor of clear and thorough exposition. A , vows, mandala, bardo, the Consequence School (Prasangika tra is explained with special refer- Indo-Tibetan Buddhist Studies at cornerstone of Tibetan philosophi- four of , the Madhyamika). ence to the Dhyani Buddhas. the Univ. of Virginia, where he is His personal and accessible cal studies is debate, which is the four noble truths, etc. FOUR ESSENTIAL BUD- also Director of the Center for investigative technique used presentation is based on a famous South Asian Studies. He has DHARMA GAIA: A Harvest of work by Jang-gya which was used DHIST TEXTS, 117pp. throughout Tibetan education to #LTFBT $6.50 authored and translated over a Essays in Buddhism and Ecol- as a primary text in Tibet's largest teach students Buddhist philoso- Writings of H.H. the Dalai Lama, dozen books on Tibetan Bud- ogy, Ed. by Allan Badiner. 265 pp. monasteries. A translation of this phy by sharpening their analytical Jamyang Khyentse Rinpoche, dhism. #PADG $15 text is included. capacities. Also, since a significant Published for Earth Day 1990, Ven. Kalu Rinpoche and First part of the Tibetan commentary The many reasonings used to ana- CUTTING THROUGH Dharma Gaia explores the ground Panchen Lama on Mahamudra, SPIRITUAL MATERIALISM, tradition employs the debate style lyze persons and phenomena and where Buddhism and ecology Madhyamika, and meditation. by Ven. Chogyam Trungpa. as the principal means of convey- to establish their true mode of exis- meet. Through the writings of 30 ing philosophical concepts, in tence are presented in the context THE FOUR FOUNDATIONS #SHCSM $12.95 celebrated Buddhist thinkers and order to understand the various of meditative practice. OFMINDFULNESS, by Ven. U THE CYCLE OF DAY AND ecologists, we see how Buddhist philosophical stances in Tibetan This exposition includes a Silananda. 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SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 37 RELIGION & PHILOSOPHY Lingpa, a great eighteenth-century saint and visionary, the instruc- tions in this book focus on the devotional practice known as Guru Yoga. The author, H.H. Dilgo Khyentse Rinpoche, is a highly- revered meditation master and scholar. NEW! WORKING WITH ANGER, by Thubten Chodron. 34pp. #TCWA $4.50 Contains practical techniques for working with anger and pain in our daily lives. WRITINGS OF KALU RIN- POCHE, by Kenneth McLeod. 71pp. #KKKR $5.95 Rinpoche discusses the four thoughts which motivate religious practice; the qualities of the Three Jewels and the Practice of the Six foremost teachers. This book is Treatises of the coming Buddha, NEW! images, writings and recordings, Perfections are explained. 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His prose is clear and #LOY $16.00 essential teachings of Buddhism Tibetan tradition to bridge the eled together for six months and jargon-free, and he speaks with Longchenpa's guide to the Kun- while covering all the stages of the sutras and tantras. on-the-scene authority." covered over 7000 land miles to visit Tibetan communities in byed Rgyal-po presents a method path. NEW! —Smithsonian for connecting with intrinsic Tibet, India, Nepal and Ladakh. UNIVERSAL COMPASSION: VISION AND TRANSFOR- Shambhala is a reality to many awareness all the time. This book A Commentary to Bodhisattva MATION: An Introduction to Tibetans and Mongolians who They returned home with thou- sands of photos, paintings, draw- shows how to live within the Chekhawa's Training the Mind in the Buddha's Noble Eightfold await the emergence of its king source of all life, the unified field Seven Points, by Geshe Kelsang Path, by Sangharakshita. 169pp. with his magical armies to conquer ings, and field recordings. 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During three minutes. #TPNR $21.95 sia, the festival brought together tion. ing. weeks of ancient and secret Introduces the enobling example the Tibetan Buddhist monks of TIBETAN MEDICINE: A Bud- JACK KORNFIELD 1: The ceremonies, the monks of Thub- of Roerich's life, through his Gyuto Tantric College and West- dhist Approach to Healing, 29 Sacred Journey & The Seven ten Choling and Chiwong become Himalayan art and spiritual phi- ern composers—David Hykes, min. #MFTM $49.95 Factors of enlightenment. 2 Lord of the Dance, and with the losophy. Roerich was born in Rus- Pauline Oliveros and Terry Riley. Filmed at the Tibetan Medical hours, #DSJKSJ $19.95 compassion and the power of gods, sia and painted over 6000 Center in Dharamsala, India. Ama undertake heroic tasks. canvasas—he was an artist, How to undertake a spiritual dis- Lopsang Dolma, Tibet's first cipline. 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Yan- Wonderful rhythms and deep wis- is a presentation not only of chant- Ocean of Wisdom offers an intimate tra Yoga has been practiced as part dom. How our lives are always ing but of Tibetan Buddhism and profile of His Holiness as a monk of the Tibetan Buddhist tradition new. its disciplines in general, and and as a spiritual leader, as a states- NEW LOW PRICE for over 1000 years. Similar to NEW! includes beautiful visuals of Tibe- man for our troubled times and as TIBET: A Seed for Transforma- Hatha yoga in that it includes basic KYIMOLUNG, A HIDDEN tan art symbolic of the ideas and a crusader for world peace. In rare tion, 34 min. #JVTST $25. asanas (postures), breathing exer- VALLEY IN THE HIMALAYA, techniques discussed. footage, the Dalai Lama is seen This is an excellent video on the cises and movements, Yantra Yoga by Fred Lane. #NOK $45 MERTON: A Film Biography, by during his private religious prac- Chinese takeover of Tibet and how differs in its initial emphasis on This is a remarkable video of a pil- Paul Wilkes & Audrey Glynn. 1 tices, his daily routine and his this may affect the rest of the more continuous movements. grimage into one of the most hour #FRM $39.95 infrequent recreation: personal world. Contents: Tibet's location, More equally balanced energy and remote regions in the Nepal In his lifetime, Thomas Merton moments that contrast with his customs and culture; China's breath, relaxation, and inner Himalayas. It is an incredible view was hailed as prophet and cen- public role as the world's foremost nuclear activities, human rights development are the benefits of its into an ancient stronghold of the sured for his outspoken social criti- Buddhist leader. violations, environmental destruc- practice. SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 38 SPECIAL ITEMS SNOW LION AUDIO TAPES BOOKS ON TAPE H.H. THE DALAI LAMA all existence. Also: The Sadhana of COURAGE AND SIMPLIC- ZEN MIND, BEGINNERS'S THE TAO TE CHING, trans. INNER SCIENCE CONFER- Vajrasattva and Nongdro Medita- ITY & WISDOM, POWER, MIND, Shunryu Suzuki-roshi, read Tolbert McCarroll, read by Jacob ENCE, (10) #IRISC $60 tion Practice which purify the KNOWLEDGE (1) #DSTPJKCS by Peter Coyote (2) #AUTPZM Needleman. (1) #AUTPTTC In 1984 there was an historic con- body, speech and mind. Trans, by $8 $15.95 $15.95 ference of the Dalai Lama and Khenpo Tsewang Dongyal. Courage of going into the This program is about how to "For those who do not know The Western scientists at Amherst Col- unknown, being simple. A discus- practice Zen as a workable dis- Tao Te Ching, this reading will be lege in Massachusetts. The pur- DR. LOBSANG RAPGAY, sion of the many kinds of knowl- cipline and religion. Here one a revelation. For those who do pose was to compare traditional PHD. edge and power and of the wisdom begins to understand what Zen is know The Tao Te Ching, this read- of being present. Buddhist teachigs with Western DEALING WITH ANGER: A really about. Every word breathes ing will be a revelation." with the joy and simplicity that scientific observations and the- Buddhist Psychotherapeutic Christina Feldman make a liberated life possible. ories. The scientists give fascinat- Approach (1) #RAWA $10 THE TIBETAN BOOK OF ing reports on psychological and WOMEN'S SPIRITUALITY (1) AUDIO UTERATIJRE PRESENTS: THE DEAD: The Great Liber- perceptual tests before and after JEFFREY HOPKINS #DSTPCFWS $8 ation through Hearing in the enlightenment; the ability of the Discovering our own spirituality as &nmryu Suzttki-rosM's Bardo, trans, by Francesca Freman- mind to control pain and heal the APPROACHING THE TAN- women, looking at traditional TRAS (3) #SLTPJHAT $21 tle & Chogyam Trungpa. 2 Cas- body; a comparison of Buddhist forms that may inhibit its expres- settes, 2 1/2 hrs., Unabridged and Western psychology, etc. In three outstanding lectures, sion. 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He speaks entirely in English. intermediate state and rebirth. outer, in our lives and its effect on There are brief sections of Nor- SEMINAR ON COMPASSION ourselves and others. wegian translation. (5) #SLTPJHSOC $35 LETTING GO & DEATH (1) COMPASSION: THE HEART SEMINAR ON DEATH AND #DSTPCFLG $10.50 OF ENLIGHTENMENT, 95 IMPERMANANCE (3) Exploring why we cling, we can go min. #RIGPATPC $10 #SLTPJHSDI $21 beyond the field of pain and pleas- This talk was given after the Nobel ure. Learning to live totally, see- Award announcement. His Holi- DHARMA SEED ing through our ideas about death. THE MERIDIAN TRUST ness speaks on affection, altruism, TAPE LIBRARY DAILY LIFE AS SPIRITUAL- loneliness, love, anger, inner peace Here are some excellent tapes on ITY & DEVELOPMENT OF The Buddhist Film and Video Archive and world peace, and the Tibetan meditation practice by Joseph SERENITY (1) #DSTPCFDL cause. 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TIBETAN FOLK MUSIC mer with the Grateful Dead, Cassette #SPTH $10.00 EXPLORER SERIES PILGRIMS, by Eric Karlstrom. 1 HEART DANCE, RIVER produced these rare recordings in Each monk chants three notes These four LP records are well hour. #EKMP $12 FLOW..., Cassette #DLHD $10 digital format. Proceeds from this simultaneously, employing the known for their quality and power. "We are all pilgrims. Whether we Anthology of Tibetan folk music. recording directly benefit the technique of one-voice chording. They are $9.95 ea. know it or not, we all have souls The rarely heard music and dance Gyuto Monks at their monastery The sound evokes awe and rever- and we're all on a spiritual jour- in India. TANTRAS OF GYUTO: of nomadic mountain folk as well ence and transfixes the mind of the Mahakala, #NSM ney." Eighteen solo piano pieces as the delicate sound of old tradi- QUEEN OF GREAT BLISS- listener as well as the chanter. Side Mahakala is the Great Black Lord with 20th century themes com- tional instrumental ensembles of DECHEN GYALMO PUJA, by 1: Guhyasamaja Tantra: Rite of of Transcending Awareness. He is posed in the George Winston style. Lhasa and central Tibet. the Nuns of Nyingma Ozer Ling, Self-Initiation; Side 2: Invocation a manifestation in wrathful form The titles draw upon events and SONGS FROM OLD TIBET, Tibet (1) Cassette #QGB $10 of the Dharma Protector of the Buddha of Compassion and imagery which are applicable to Tibetan Institute of the Performing Dechen Gyalmo represents, within Kalarupa. is a principal protector of the Christians, Buddhists, Hopi the Longchen Nying Thig tradi- Indians, Jews, scientists, agnostics Arts. Cassette #WMSFOT $10 TIBETAN SACRED TEMPLE dharma. tion of the Nyingmapa Lineage, and others. MUSIC: Eight Lamas from TIBETAN CHANTS the deified form of the great TANTRAS OF GYUTO: Drepung. Cassette #WTSTM $10 NEW! female practitioner, Yeshe Tsogyal. Sangwa Dupa, #NSSD CHO-GA: Tantric and Ritual A powerful collection of sacred THE MUSIC OF NAWANG Forty anis live at Nyingma Ozer This is the sacred chant of the Music of Tibet. Cassette #DLC-G Guhyasamaja Tantra. KHECHOG Ling in Eastern Tibet where this temple music from the monks of $9.95 A unique anthology of tan- Drepung Loseling Monastery in Born in Tibet, Nawang was a tric instrumental music and chants recording was made. These two LP's are also available southern India. In addition to on cassette for $9.95 ea.: Tibetan monk for 11 years. A performed by Tibetan lamas. SACRED HEALING CHANTS overtone chanting, they also per- musician since childhood, he now TANTRAS OF GYUTO: Recorded in monasteries, this tape OF TIBET, by Monks of Gaden form their beautiful midrange lives in Australia. Two tapes of his Mahakala, Cassette #NSM contains powerful mantric rituals Shartse Monastery. Cassette chanting and play traditional music are available: from this profound culture. TANTRAS OF GYUTO: #EWSHC $10 Tibetan temple instruments such SOUNDS OF PEACE: Bamboo Represented here are the The Shartze Monks offered special Sangwa Dupa, Cassette #NSSD as tong horns, trumpets, cymbals, Flute & Didgeridoo. Cassette monasteries of Gyuto, Gyume, healing chants that were recorded drums and bells which altogether SHEDUR: A Ghost Exorcism #NKSP $10 Drepung, Ganden, Sera, and during their 1989-90 tour of the Ritual, Ven. Yeshe Dorje Rinpoche, create a very haunting and mysti- His spontaneous music captures Namgyal Dratsang, the private USA. The monks perform signifi- Master of the Rite. #NSGER cal effect. the feeling and peace of the moun- monastery of the Dalai Lama. The Shedur, or "Disposing of the cant parts of lengthy, colorful, tains of Tibet. This tape contains a wide variety elaborate healing ceremonies: rites NEW! Agents of Death" ritual, is per- of chanting styles and is one of the for purification and invocation of TIBETAN BUDDHIST formed here by the Ven. Yeshe RHYTHM OF PEACE: Bamboo best we know. the Medicine Buddha; self- CHANTS OF NAMGYAL Dorje Rinpoche, weatherman Flute, Didgeridoo, and Har- monic Chanting. Cassette THE GYUTO MONKS: Free- generation of the Medicine Bud- MONASTERY. Cassette extraordinaire to H.H. the Dalai #NKRP $10 dom Chants. Cassette #RYGM dha; purification and blessing of #RBTBC $10 Lama. $9.95 the environment. This recording was produced by TIBETAN BUDDHISM: Ritual The meditative sounds of Nawang Khechog. Under the guidance of Grateful NEW! Tibet House and contains numer- Orchestra & Chants. #NSRO Dead percussionist Mickey Hart, SHITRO: Adjunct Ritual to the ous chants taken from daily rituals Side One: Padma Sambhava ONE HAND CLAPPING: Tibe- the Gyuto Monks recorded their Tibetan Book of the Dead, by the of the monks such as prayers to the Tsechu Sadhana. This invocation tan Bells with Environmental sacred chants at George Lucas' nuns of Nyima Ozer Ling, Tibet. lineage gurus, seven-limb puja, to Padma Sambhava is performed Sounds. #ILOHC $12 Skywalker Ranch Soundstage in Cassette #SAR $10 lam-rim prayer and a ritual chant on the 10th day of each Tibetan The soothingly-subde yet dynamic northern California. The Monks' The Shitro Puja is famous for its for . month. sounds create a meditative mood. wondrous vocalizing is featured, haunting melodies. During the NEW! Side Two: Mahakala Sadhana. This all-digital recording fully cap- performing the chants of Yaman- ceremony participants honor the THE TWENTY-ONE PRAISES The external invocation of tures the amazingly-rich harmonic Mahakala. taka and Mahakala, accented by 100 peaceful and wrathful deities OF TARA, by Prema Dasara & overtones of 108 bells, hand- cymbals, horns, drums and bells. described in the Tibetan Book of JeffMonoz. #PDTPT $10 Other Tapes: picked and matched in the Himalayas, and skillfully played Also included are musical offer- the Dead to appear to a deceased The chanting of Tara's Twenty- LIBERATION THROUGH ings by Philip Glass, Mickey Hart person during the 49 day inter- One Praises is an ancient ritual. By HEARING: Prayers & Rituals by three musicians. and Kitaro that were recorded live mediary state between death and contemplating her qualities the from "The Tibetan Book of the REALISATIONS: Songs of a on Dec. 3, 1988 at the Cathedral rebirth. This ritual is believed to afflictions that cloud the mind are Dead." Cassette #JFLTH $12 Tibetan Yogi, Getag Rinpoche, of St. John the Divine in NYC. help the practitioner to realize the dispelled. Free from fear, the Jazz-rock with prayers from the by David Molk. #DMR $10 THE GYUTO MONKS: Gyuto visions in the bardo as manifesta- challenges of life are met with clar- "Book of the Dead"—like noth- Great music! Tibetan vocal in folk Tantric Choir. Cassette #WHGM tions of the nature of mind, ity and compassion. This music ing you ever heard or are likely to style with accompanying guitar. $10.95 thereby effecting liberation of the has been enthusiastically received hear again. This is strictly weird TIBETAN MEMORIES, by Jon This music, which invokes Tibe- consciousness from cyclic exis- by many Tibetan lamas and the in a fascinating way—Tibet meets Shore. #JSTM $10 tan Buddhist deities, produces an tence. accompanying dance is being Woodstock. Music of Tibetan bells and astoundingly rich and atmospheric TANTRIC HARMONICS by transmitted and performed in MEDITATION FOR synthesizers—a modern touch to tonal texture. Mickey Hart, drum- monks of the Gyume Tantric College. many places. TWENTIETH-CENTURY classical Tibetan folk sounds.

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SNOW LION SPRING 91 NEWSLETTER AND CATALOG 40 PSYCHOLOGY & SELF-HELP/DEATH & DYING I PSYCHOLOGY & SELF-HELP I DEATH & DYING NEW! how to identify their ruling gods CONSCIOUSNESS, by C.A. and how to decide which to culti- Meier. 128pp. #SPC $16.95 vate and which to overcome. This is one of the most accessible "This book will help you dis- and enjoyable to read introduc- cover the mythic depth that is the tions to the nature and function- wellspring of your life."—Sam ing of consciousness. It contains a Keen. discussion of the chakras and the JUNG'S PSYCHOLOGY AND way consciousness functions at TIBETAN BUDDHISM: West- each level according to the Jungian ern and Eastern Paths to the system. It has many diagrams and Heart, by Radmila Moacanin. is highly recommended. 192pp. #WIBKJP $12.95 DEPTH PSYCHOLOGY AND The approaches of Jung and the A NEW ETHIC, by Erich Neu- teachings of Tibetan Buddhism mann. 160pp. #SHDP $9.95 June have often been compared. Here, This classic work on the Jungian Radmila Moacanin, a student of concept of the shadow—the dark Buddhism and a Jungian ther- side of human nature—is by one apist, explores the similarities and of Jung's most creative pupils. differences with simplicity and Neumann advances an approach to straightforwardness. She examines "Tibetan Books of the Dead," but Modern Times, by Carol Zaleski. the problem of evil based on con- archetypes, collective uncon- * MIT WORE also to contemporary Western 275pp. #OXOJ $8.95 fronting the shadow and integrat- scious, the Self, Jung's famous j:3| BOUBLSS SlUTTI works on death and dying... This is a fascinating and thorough ing it into conscious awareness. mandala experiences and the handsomely arranged with numer- study of near-death experience. It The new ethic that he proposes, teachings of the Middle Way and ous charts and an excellent bib- explores the cultural and religious instead of denying the negative Tantra. . ■: ■ - ' . ■ "*'"' * ! liography."—Prof. Janice Willis, implications of near-death forces in the psyche, accepts and NEW! T^T^lS Religious Studies Review experiences. transforms them for the benefit of KING, WARRIOR, MAGI- 'i/ING DEATHING: An Intelligent REBIRTH AND THE WEST- both individual and collective life. CIAN, LOVER: Rediscovering «*» ' ^M "■^ B Alternative for the Final ERN BUDDHIST, by Martin DIVINE MADNESS: Arche- the Archetypes of the Mature WWMii ARRIOR Moments of Life, by Any a Foos- Willson. 96pp. #WIBKRWB types of Romantic Love, by John Masculine, by R. Moore & D. Graber. 415pp., #WED $14.95 $6.95 Haule. 296pp., #SHDM $21.95 Gillette. 159pp., illus. #HRKW Death is the most natural passage In this essay Martin Willson cloth $16.95 cloth SGICIAN we will make since birth. Looking presents one hundred This book describes romantic love Today's crisis in masculine iden- ill■■•:■■■ ■■ ■■• ■■■: :- ♦' & .^H at death before the time comes is references—devotional, scriptural, as the paradigm of relationship, in tity has two major causes—the dis- OVER like learning about natural child- observational, logical and which the instinctual depths and appearance of both masculine rites mn birth before having a baby. The scientific—for and against rebirth. of passage and patriarchy itself. spiritual heights of human amcevne process of conscious preparation is THE TIBETAN BOOK OF experience come together. Draws The authors define the four me on called "deathing." The author mature male archetypes as well as OF TBE SSIIK THE DEAD: The Great Liber- on psychology, the mystical tradi- MASC8US provides exercises and meditations the four immature patterns and ation Through Hearing in the tions and literature to lead the that teach us the dying process and Bardo, Trans, by Francesco reader inside the mind and heart with lively discussion guides the how to benefit from it the most. reader toward deeper self- Fremantle and Chogyam Trungpa. of the lover. Each chapter explores Anya is a lecturer, yoga teacher, 119pp. #SHTBD $9.95 a characteristic aspect of relation- understanding. linguist and survivor of a near- BRINGING DOWN THE This classic Buddhist scripture is ship: fusion, separation, quarrel- THE LOTUS AND THE death experience. read aloud to the dying to help ing, seduction and, by focusing on LIGHT: Journey of a Soul After POOL: How to Create Your Own JAPANESE DEATH POEMS, them attain liberation. Trungpa's the meaning of these experiences Death, by Mother Meera. 64pp., Career, by Hilda Lee Dail. 297pp. Ed. Yoel Hoffmann. 366pp. commentary explains in straight- reconnects us with the wisdom of time 26 full-color plates, 9x11 1/2," #SHLP $12.95 #CTJDP $19.95 cloth forward language what the text immemorial. #MPBDL $29.95 cloth Here is a new, holistic approach to "I raise the mirror of my life teaches us about human psych- career development, involving the What happens after death? FINDING EACH OTHER: A Answered with unique authority Up to my face: sixty years. ology. Practical Guide to Achieving wisdom of the unconscious- With a swing I smash the expressed in dreams, symbols, by one of the most widely THE TIBETAN BOOK OF Successful Relationships, by John reflection— THE DEAD, by Evans-Wentz. personal myths, intuitions, and respected spiritual teachers of our Selby. 131pp. #GTFEO $12.95 time—Mother Meera—whose fame The world as usual 249pp.#OXTBD $7.95 John Selby, a psychologist memories—as well as the analyti- has swept Europe. Painted directly All in its place." This is a classic Tibetan Buddhist specializing in interpersonal rela- cal skills needed to set goals and from Meera's inner perception of The consciousness of death is in scripture focusing on the nature of tions, explores the hidden factors plan strategies. It will help you the after-death experiences of a most cultures very much a part of the mind and its projections- which lead to success or failure in choose a field, change career or to disciple, these luminous works life, this is perhaps nowhere more wrathful and peaceful—which finding each other and building just get more satisfaction out of inspire our vision of death and true than in Japan, where the seem to be objective. This book successful relationships. work. comfort those who have lost loved approach of death has given rise describes what happens after you NEW! NEW! ones. to a centuries-old tradition of writ- die and the psychic experiences in THE MEANING AND SIG- ing such a poem, often at the very the intermediate state before GODDESS IN EVERY DEATH AND DYING: The WOMAN: A New Psychology of NIFICANCE OF DREAMS, moment the poet is breathing his rebirth. Tibetan Tradition, by Glenn H. Women, by Jean Bolen. 335 pp. C.A. Meier. 163 pp. #SPMSD last. Here are hundreds of death Mullin #ARDD $9.95 NEW! #HRGEW $8.95 $16.95 poems, many with a commentary This authoritative book covers TRANSFERENCE OF CON- Just as women used to be uncon- This is a comprehensive and sys- describing the circumstances of topics such as meditation tech- SCIOUSNESS AT THE TIME scious of the powerful effects that tematic account of Jung's theory the poet's death. niques to prepare for death, OF DEATH, by Lama Thubten cultural stereotypes had on them, of dreams and dream interpreta- LIFE, DEATH AND AFTER inspirational accounts of the Yeshe. 45pp. #WITCTD $4.95 they may also be unconscious of tion. It is easy to follow and a DEATH, by Lama . deaths of saints and yogis, and An introduction to the practice of powerful forces within them that delight to read. The structure, 45pp. #WIBKLDA $:4.95 methods to facilitate the transition Powa, the transference of con- influence what they do and how function and symbolism of dreams The stages of dying and the Bud- sciousness at the time of death, for they feel, and which account for are discussed in the light of Jung's to new modes of consciousness at dhist attitude towards life and death. the purpose of being reborn in a major differences among women. theories of dreams. death are explained by Lama place where enlightenment will be Goddesses in Every Woman shows NEW! DEATH, INTERMEDIATE Yeshe. easier. readers how to identify their rul- STATE AND REBIRTH by Lad THE SYMBOLIC QUEST, LIFE IN RELATION TO THE WHEEL OF LIFE AND ing goddesses and how to cultivate Rinbochay & Jeffrey Hopkins Edward Whitmont. 336pp. #PRSQ DEATH, by Chagdud Tulku Rin- DEATH: A Practical and the influence of the goddesses in 86pp. #SLBKD $7.95 $12.95 poche. 31pp. #CGLRD $6.50 Spiritual Guide, by Philip their lives. Psychoanalyst Jean Anyone interested in the process of "The reader will get what has not Contains a valuable teaching on Kapleau. 371pp., #DDWLD Bolen believes that an understand- dying will find this book fascinat- been available before, a clear state- death, the preparation for it and $19.95 cloth ing of these inner patterns and ing. The Highest Yogas Tantras ment of the Jungian position, that what to do while you are dying. A very thorough discussion of their inter-relationships offers are based on simulating the life has a pattern of wholeness death and dying by the famous true-to-life alternatives that take processes of death, intermediate THE MIRROR OF MINDFUL- which can only be comprehended Western Zen Roshi. Intimate in women far beyond such restrictive states and rebirth, so it is impor- NESS: The Cycle of the Four symbolically at this moment in tone, he covers dying, death, dichotomies as masculine/femi- tant for the practitioner to know Bardos, Tsele Natsok Rangdrol. time."— The Los Angeles Times. karma and rebirth as traditionally nine, mother/lover, careerist/ how humans die—the stages of 140pp. #SHMMI $9.95 One of the most practical, This concise handbook of teach- understood in the world religions housewife. She demonstrates how death and the physiological rea- straight-forward explanations of ings on the cycle of life, death, as well as the philosophic, scien- understanding them can provide sons behind them. This text both the way the psyche functions afterlife, and rebirth is aimed at tific and humanistic traditions. the key to self-knowledge and unfolds in minute detail the com- and the archetypes that are the helping the practitioner achieve One of the best books on the topic. wholeness. energetic centers of symbolic life. plex Tibetan Buddhist system of "...a handbook written for liberation from the cycle of WHO DIES? An Investigation of A manual for anyone wishing a subtle physiology—providing rebirths for the welfare of others. every woman intrigued by the deep understanding of the forces complete exposition of the chan- Conscious Living and Conscious source of her own mystery, and for that move us. nels, drops and winds which serve ON DREAMS & DEATH, by Dying, by Stephen Levine. 317pp., every man enchanted by a Marie Louise von Franz. 193pp. #DDWD $9.95 WRITING DOWN THE as foundations for consciousness. woman."—Richard Bach, author. 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' 'Hopkins has given us numer- been studied and published on the This is a rare and insightful male psychology that will help all Zen background speaks to us book. It prepares you for life as ous translations of important Tibe- content and meaning of uncon- men and women to better under- through the many practical sug- scious material of these well as death. stand themselves and their rela- gestions in this book. tan Buddhist texts. All of his works bear the stamp of authority. individuals."—Elisabeth Kubler- tionships with their fathers, sons, Ross brothers, and their lovers. Dr. The present volume is a fine exam- Bolen introduces the inner pat- ple. The work forms an excellent OTHERWORLD JOURNEYS: terns of male psychology as eight companion volume not only to the Accounts of Near-Death archtypal gods. She shows men Buddhist texts known as the Experience in Medieval and

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Kalachakra Initiation, Switz. 1985, WORLD PEACE, 1 hr., $50 (1 THE NATURE OF MIND, 2 ern India provide the bacdrop for 45 min., $38 (see section on This was preceded by a lucid hrs. 30 min., $80 (2 tapes) the preparations and enactment of explanation of the initiation. tape) Kalachakra) (1 tape)

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But these may not arrive simultaneously. we do not see and are often unaware To calculate your shipping of the plight of Tibetan civilization charges, please use the following and its refugees, many of whom suffer chart which is based on the total dol- great hardships. It is with this in mind lar amount of your order (not in- that we present you with a few projects cluding sales tax where applicable): that need your support. Amount of Shipping 1. DELEK HOSPITAL, Gangchen Order: Charge: Kyishong, Dharamsala, H.P., 176215 $5 to $15 $3 India. This is the main medical center Over $15 $4 for refugees in Dharamsala. The Over $25 $ 5 hospital is constantiy in need of medi- Over $40 $ 6 cines and other supplies as well as Over $60 $7 funds to support its out-reach pro- Over $80 $ 8 grams for neighboring villages. Med- Over $100 $ 9 ical conditions are poor at best and Over $125 $10 refugees continue to suffer due to the RUSH ORDERS are immediately lack of medicines and supplies. Your processed and shipped by the meth- money will go a long way to improving od you specify. For this service add their situation. Please write to the ad- $5. ministrator at Delek Hospital for more OUTSIDE U.S.: please add $1. On information. Your donations may be orders over $50, please include an sent to: The Tibet Fund, 107 E. 31st extra $4.40 to register the package. St., NY, NY 10016, 212-213-5010. SPECIAL ITEMS: some items 2. THE OFFICE OF TIBET, 107 have special shipping costs, and E. 31st St., 4th Floor, NY, NY 10016, these are part of their catalog (212) 213-5010. This is the US description. representative of the Tibetan NY STATE CUSTOMERS: please government-in-exile. They have many add sales tax at your local rate. projects that require funding and/or volunteer effort. Please contact the SPECIAL HANDLING (UPS ground, UPS Blue and Red, Express office for more details. 3. THE INTERNATIONAL CAM- Mail, etc.) is available for credit card PAIGN FOR TIBET, 1511 K Street, customers; please indicate your spe- NW Suite 739, Washington, DC. cial preference on your order form. We charge $1 over actual freight cost 20005, 202-628-4123. The Interna- (if cost exceeds the amount from the tional Campaign for Tibet works to inform and educate the internation- shipping charge chart above) to cover packaging and handling. UPS does al community about conditions in Tibet. The Campaign is concerned Subtotal MINIMUM ORDER is $5 not deliver to PO Box #'s. about the effects of the Chinese mili- PROBLEMS?: Please notify us im- Tax (NY only) tary occupation of Tibet and are mediately by mail or phone if there monitoring and researching numerous is any problem with your order. human rights issues. 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