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The Heart of Compassion
- The Thirty-Seven Verses on the Practice of a Bodhisattva
- Narrated by: John Telfer
- Length: 8 hrs
- Categories: Religion & Spirituality, Buddhism
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Publisher's Summary
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 14th century by the Buddhist hermit Ngulchu Thogme, here explained in detail by one of the great Tibetan Buddhist masters of the 20th 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 resolve - to consider others’ needs as paramount, and thus to attain enlightenment for the sake of all living creatures - 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 Khyentse’s commentary is probably his most extensive recorded teaching on Mahayana practice.
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- Rachel
- 2020-08-05
A commentary to be read and contemplated upon over and over
It is probably the best commentary on the Way of the Bodhisattva I have read/listen to so far. I got a lot of strong emotions and goosebumps listening to this book. I even cried at some part because the compassion from these great teachers moved me so much.
If you really learn and integrate these practices into your life, your life will become a meaningful better life and your future lives will be good and have all the conducive factors for spiritual growth.
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- Simply Me
- 2020-07-13
Excellent
This is an excellent text. It illuminated many areas of uncertainty and doubt for me.
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- Regan House
- 2020-05-20
Amazing
Such a valuable and fantastic book full of wisdom and straight talk from a genuine realized master. Narration also top notch. Amazing.
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- Julia S.
- 2020-12-07
For liberation!
Just wanted to point out that when Dilgo Khyentse came to America in 1975, he came here to bless Odiyan Retreat Center! Love!
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- Anonymous User
- 2020-07-25
Une source infinie d'inspiration
A écouter et ré-écouter, pour garder en mémoire et laisser progressivement infuser le sens de ces paroles vastes et profondes.