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Author: Mipham, Jamgon & Dharmachakra translation Committee & Dalai Lama & Chökyi Nyima
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by Jamgon Mipham; Foreword by H. H. the Fourteenth Dalai Lama; Dharmachakra Translation Committee (Translator)

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Luminous Essence is a complete introduction to the world of tantric thought and practice. Composed by the renowned Tibetan master Jamgn Mipham (1846-1912), the text provides an overview of the theory and experiential assimilation of a seminal tantric scripture, the Tantra of the Secret Essence (Guhyagarbha Tantra). Embodying the essence of tantric practice, this text has been a central scripture in Tibetan Buddhism for well over a thousand years. Mipham's explanation of this text, here translated for the first time, is one of the most celebrated commentaries on the Tantra of the Secret Essence, which today occupies an important place in the tantric curriculum of Tibetan monastic colleges. Luminous Essence is a specialized guide meant for initiated tantric practitioners. To fully appreciate and assimilate its message, it should be studied under the guidance of a qualified teacher by those who have received the appropriate empowerments, reading transmissions, and oral instructions.

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Title Luminous Essence: A Guide to the Guhyagarbha Tantra
Author Jamgon Mipham; Foreword by H. H. the Fourteenth Dalai Lama; Dharmachakra Translation Committee (Translator)
Binding Hardback
Edition 1st Edition
Pages 192
Volumes 1
Language ENG
Publisher Snow Lion Publications, U.S.A.
Publication date 2009-06-16
Features Dust Cover, Table of Contents
ISBN 9781559393270 / 1559393270
Weight 0.95 lbs (0.43 kg)
Dimensions 9 x 6.3 x 0.9 in (22.86 x 16.00 x 2.29 cm)
Themes
- Religious Orientation: Buddhist
Category Religion - World Religions
Library of Congress Catalogue Number 2008054161
Dewey Decimal Code 294

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"I have no doubt that interested and initiated practitioners of the Guhyagarbha Tantra cycle of practices will derive great benefit from reading and relying on this explantatory text."—from the Foreword by His Holiness the Dalai Lama

"For those who have the necessary background in Tantra, this work will be a remarkable treasure trove of insights and explanations."—Eastern Horizon

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Jamgn Mipham (1846-1912), one of the great luminaries of Tibetan Buddhism in modern times, has had a dominant and vitalizing influence on the Nyingma School and beyond. He was an important member of the Rim, or nonsectarian movement, which did much to strengthen and preserve the entire tradition. A scholar of outstanding brilliance and versatility, his translated works are eagerly anticipated by English-language readers.

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