The Tibetan Book of the Dead

John Baldock

Apr 2013 · Arcturus Publishing

About this ebook

Said to have its origins in the 'treasure texts' that were supposedly hidden away by Padmasambhava, the Lotus Guru, in Tibet in the 8th century, The Tibetan Book of the Dead was traditionally read aloud to the dying or recently deceased as a guide to the afterlife.

It explains how to recognize the true nature of the mind so that after death it will be possible to attain enlightenment and liberation from the suffering associated with the endless cycle of death and rebirth.

For many, reading The Tibetan Book of the Dead has been a revelatory experience on the path to finding a sense of spirituality and self-knowledge.

Ratings and reviews

It's a very profound topic and not only because it's about the afterlife or about the next life - but it's a very profound teaching because it directly applies to this life as well - something that can bring you wisdom in this life also. And in order to be well comprehend this topic is best understood when integrated with the main tibetan Buddhist teachings as well. May the interest in this topic bring wisdom to your lives !

Deep understanding, have no fear! !!!!

a good read for the mind that really wants to understand

About the author

According to Tibetan tradition, the Tibetan Book of the Dead was composed in the 8th century by Padmasambhava, written down by his primary student, Yeshe Tsogyal, buried in the Gampo hills in central Tibet and subsequently discovered by a Tibetan terton, Karma Lingpa, in the 14th century

The editor, John Baldock, studied art history at the École du Louvre, Paris. His encounter with sacred art led to an exploration of the world's major religious and spiritual traditions. After a period of teaching art and art history in schools in England, during which he continued his spiritual studies, he left teaching to pursue a career as a writer. His books include The Essence of Sufism, The Essence of Rumi and an anthology of Zen wisdom.