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The purpose of these teachings is to introduce us to our most basic nature—the clear and pristine awareness that is the nature of the mind. According to the traditional Tibetan Buddhist formula of view, meditation, and action, this volume follows \u003ci\u003eFinding Rest in the Nature of the Mind\u003c\/i\u003e, which establishes the view of the Buddhist path generally, and specifically that of the teachings of the Great Perfection, and \u003ci\u003eFinding Rest in Meditation\u003c\/i\u003e, which outlines the main points of meditation, namely, where one should meditate, what qualities a practitioner should possess and develop, and what should be practiced.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThe Padmakara Translation Group has provided us with a clear and fluid new translation of the final volume of the trilogy, \u003ci\u003eFinding Rest in Illusion\u003c\/i\u003e, along with its autocommentary, \u003ci\u003eThe Chariot of Excellence\u003c\/i\u003e, both intended to elucidate the appropriate action of a Buddhist practitioner. \u003ci\u003eFinding Rest in Illusion \u003c\/i\u003edescribes in detail the conduct of those who have stabilized their recognition of the nature of the mind and how to apply the Buddhist view when relating to ordinary appearances. Drawing extensively from classic Buddhist works, the author uses well-known examples of illusion found throughout Mahāyāna literature to illustrate the illusory nature of both saṃsāra and nirvāṇa, thus revealing their ultimate nondual nature. This is an invaluable manual for any genuine student of Buddhism who wishes to truly find rest through the path of the Great Perfection.","brand":"Gardners","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":56301947617653,"sku":"9781611807547","price":23.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0612\/7193\/3106\/files\/9781611807547_547120bc-3678-4e8d-8606-b9a2c60c9a19.jpg?v=1786023553"},{"product_id":"9781611807530","title":"Finding Rest in Meditation","description":"\u003cb\u003eReleased in paperback for the first time, this new translation of the Tibetan master Longchenpa's famous work systematically presents the path of meditation according to the Tibetan Dzogchen tradition.\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eLongchenpa's \u003ci\u003eFinding Rest in Meditation\u003c\/i\u003e is a classic Buddhist text outlining the main points of meditation, namely, where one should meditate, what qualities a practitioner should possess and develop, and what should be practiced. 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In this commentary on key sections of the text, the Dalai Lama shows how any of us can develop a truly “good heart,” and why aspiring toward the happiness and enlightenment of others is central to any genuinely spiritual path. His Holiness’s profound wisdom—the result of a lifetime of practice and study—shines brilliantly throughout this extraordinary book. \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eThis book is part of the Shambhala Pocket Library series. 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