num_pages: 680
description: The first volume of this landmark series presents the teachings of the hinayana. The hinayana introduces core Buddhist teachings on the nature of mind the practice of meditation the reality of suffering and the possibility of liberation. It examines the nature of suffering impermanence and egolessness with an emphasis on personal development through meditative discipline and study. The formal entry into the hinayana and the Buddhist path altogether is the refuge vow in which a student goes for refuge to the Buddha or the teacher; the dharma or the teachings; and the sangha or the community. The hinayana path is based on training in mindfulness and awareness cultivating virtue and cutting grasping. Topics covered in detail in this volume include the four noble truths karma the four foundations of mindfulness meditation practice the refuge vows the three jewels the five skandhas the five precepts twofold egolessness and more.The Profound Treasury of the Ocean of Dharma represents meditation master Chgyam Trungpas greatest contribution to Western Buddhism. This three-volume collection presents in lively relevant language the comprehensive teachings of the Tibetan Buddhist path of the hinayana mahayana and vajrayana. This work will resonate with new students of Buddhism as well as the most senior students.
language: English
title: The Path of Individual Liberation
publisher: Shambhala