The Heart of Compassion: The Thirty-seven Verses on the

The Heart of Compassion: The Thirty-seven Verses on the Practice of a Bodhisattva

What would be the practical implications of caring more about others than about yourself? This is the radical theme of this extraordinary set of instructions, a training manual composed in the fourteenth century by the Buddhist hermit Ngulchu Thogme, here explained in detail by one of the great Tibetan Buddhist masters of the twentieth century, Dilgo Khyentse. In the Mahayana tradition, those who have the courage to undertake the profound change of attitude required to develop true compassion are called bodhisattvas. Their great resolveâ€”to consider othersâ€™ needs as paramount, and thus to attain enlightenment for the sake of all living creaturesâ€”carries them beyond the limits imposed by the illusions of "I" and "mine," culminating in the direct realization of reality, transcending dualistic notions of self and other. This classic text presents ways that we can work with our own hearts and minds, starting wherever we find ourselves now, to unravel our small-minded preoccupations and discover our own potential for compassion, love, and wisdom. Many generations of Buddhist practitioners have been inspired by these teachings, and the great masters of all traditions have written numerous commentaries. Dilgo Khyentseâ€™s commentary is probably his most extensive recorded teaching on Mahayana practice.

For more information about the author, Dilgo Khyentse, visit his website at www.shechen.org.
Country USA
Manufacturer Shambhala
Binding Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate 2007-05-29
Format Kindle eBook

Country	USA
Manufacturer	Shambhala
Binding	Kindle Edition
ReleaseDate	2007-05-29
Format	Kindle eBook

The Heart of Compassion: The Thirty-seven Verses on the Practice of a Bodhisattva

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