Three vehicles of Buddhist practice
By: by Thrangu Rinpoche ; translated by Ken Holmes
Contributors: Holmes, Ken
Publisher: Namo Buddha Publications
Published: 2003
Place of publication: Crestone, Colo
Language: eng
Number of pages: 122
ISBN-13: 9781931571029
Subjects: Buddhism; Doctrines; Dharma (Buddhism); Theravāda Buddhism; Mahayana Buddhism; Tantric Buddhism
Description: "When Buddhism came to Tibet the three levels or vehicles of instructions were preserved intact. Accomplished masters transmitted how a practitioner could progress through these levels and achieve the final goal of enlightenment. Training the mind begins with Shamatha and Vipashyana meditation. This strong foundation leads to a deeper understanding of the Four Noble truths and the benefit of accumulating merit. The second vehicle, the Mahayana, enhances the foundation practice expanding the experience of selflessness. By examining phenomena the difference between ultimate and conventional truth can be distinguished. Experiences of ultimate truth engender the behavior of bodhisattvas while experiences of great compassion lead to practicing the six perfections. Having explained the essential practices, Thrangu Rinpoche then teaches the profound Vajrayana. This diamond vehicle includes the practices of the preliminaries as well as yidam deity practice. Beyond those formal practices that train the mind, the meditation of Mahamudra is explained. Rinpoche shows how Mahamudra, an especially appropriate practice for these busy modern times can be integrated into a practitioner's ordinary life." - back cover.
Notes: Includes bibliographical references (pages 117-118) and index.